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8 acres of tranquil parkland overlooking surrounding countryside, Limestone Coast Tourist Park offers a relaxing home away from home where all travellers are welcomed.

With stunning fishing and surf beaches, ancient caves, short and long hiking trails, wineries and much more available, there is an adventure to suit everyone.  

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Enjoy the amazing views and the fresh country air, with facilities, services and friendly staff to help make your holiday comfortable and hassle free

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The Park is within reach to 40 National Parks, Stunning fishing and surf beaches, ancient caves, volcanos and wineries. There is something to do for everyone.

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About the park

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Organised activities are offered in select periods. Information on upcoming activities is available from reception, via notice boards, guest notices and social media.

Please refer to the site map for the location of amenity buildings. Hot water is available for showers, washing machines and basins. Please consider others, limit showers and help conserve water.

The amenity blocks are cleaned at least twice a day and may be closed at these times. Please refer to the signs at each facility for cleaning hours, with other times as required.

Children under 12 years old must be supervised by an adult.

• Baby change room

A baby change room is located at the northern side of the main amenity block. Access is with a key (deposit required) from reception.

Accessible bathroom

There is an accessible bathroom at the southern side of the main amenity block. Access is with a key (deposit required) from reception.

Bikes, ride-on equipment and motorised toys

For the safety and enjoyment of all guests, only standard bikes and scooters are allowed to be ridden in the park during daylight hours. Road rules must be observed and a safety helmet worn at all times, as required by Queensland law. See reception staff for approval of all other ride-on equipment and motorised toys, or for suggested locations to safely use these items.

Boom gates are for your security. Please follow directions and do not give your security pin to others.

Please report all damage, breakages and losses promptly to our park reception. We ask you to please leave the accommodation in a clean and tidy state. Rubbish should be placed neatly in bins provided (in the accommodation and throughout the park). All washing up to be done and put away clean. Additional cleaning charges and full replacement costs may apply where furniture and equipment is not left as originally found or the accommodation condition on departure is unacceptable. Guests are responsible for the safekeeping and replacement of lost keys.

Camp kitchen and barbeques

The park map indicates location of camp kitchens and barbeques. Please respect others, clean up after use and remove your food only from the fridge. For security purposes, the fridges may be locked at 10pm and unlocked between 5am and 6am. Do not place water bottles or ice in the freezer or cooler bags in the fridge. Alcohol and medications are not allowed in the camp fridges and the camp kitchens are smoke-free environments.

Check-in time

Sites – 11am

Ensuites – 12pm

Cabins – 2pm

Check-out time

All sites 10am

Occupancy after this time will be charged as an additional day.

Late check outs – depend on availability. See reception for fees and availability. Site fees are calculated until 10am on the day of departure. If your travel arrangements are inconvenienced by these times, please contact reception to see if alternative arrangements can be made.

Chemical dump point

A chemical toilet dump is provided at the southern end of the park (refer to park map). Dumping of toilet waste in any other area of the park is strictly prohibited.

Supervising children is vital for their safety and helps make sure they do not disturb other guests.

Children under 12 years old must be accompanied by an adult when visiting the amenities and all other park facilities.

Conditions of entry

As part of the conditions of entry to our park, guests are to abide by Park Rules. These are available from reception or on our website Park Rules page.

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We hope you enjoy your stay and welcome your feedback which helps us continue to improve our service and facilities. Please share your experience with others by leaving a review on Tripadvisor or Google .

Evacuation procedures

In an emergency, follow the directions of staff. If we need to evacuate the park make your way directly to our evacuation area – marked ‘Assembly area’ on the map.

Fees must be paid in advance. Your unique boom gate code is for one vehicle only. Access is controlled by an Anti-Passback system and is subject to fees paid in advance.

Garbage/litter

Please help us look after our environment by using the rubbish and recycling bins located throughout the park for your convenience. Wrap all garbage prior to disposal.

• Gas bottle exchange

A gas bottle exchange service is available at reception.

Information

For local information, where to eat, activities, events, how to get around and service providers ask our friendly staff in reception.

Items for hire

See reception for information on items available for hire; including go-karts and ping-pong racquets. Enquire with staff about local hire companies for other items if required.

The kiosk stocks a variety of grocery items, toiletries, milk, bread, ice, papers, lollies, cold drinks, ice creams, beach items, etc.

There are coin-operated machines and dryers in the main amenity blocks. They take $1 coins – change and washing powder is available from reception. Irons and ironing boards are free. Collect clothes from washing lines when dry and remove washing from machines when cycle finishes. Washing dishes is not permitted in the laundry, sinks are available at the camp kitchens.

Lost and found

Report lost or found items immediately to reception.

Mail will be placed in mail boxes. Mail can be posted at reception.

Quiet time is between 9pm and 8am. Consider your neighbours by keeping the volume down on radios, televisions and social gatherings. Excessive noise or abusive language will not be tolerated and can result in guests or visitors being asked to leave immediately.

Personal information

We are required to comply with the Information Privacy Act 2009. Any information you have supplied to us is only used for the purpose that it was collected for. We will not disclose your personal information (including confirming whether or not you are staying in the park) to any person. Should anyone wish to visit you while you are staying in the park, we recommend you contact them to advise where you are located in the park, as we will not pass on this information.

For the comfort and safety of guests, pets are not permitted.

Placement of caravans

We will help you place your caravan on your site. To comply with fire regulations, all vans MUST have the drawbar facing toward the road.

The children’s playground is located near the pool. Smoking is not permitted within 10 metres of the equipment, as per Qld law. Children under 12 years old must be supervised by an adult.

Current open hours are published on our website Contact page. For emergency assistance outside office hours, please use the emergency intercom located near the reception entrance door or contact park managers on phone number 07 5667 2726 .

Recreation room

The recreation room is next to reception and is open from 7.30am to 10pm each day. Facilities include TV with Foxtel and coin operated gaming machines. Children under 12 years old must be supervised by an adult.

Cancellation fees apply. See reception for refund policy or view on our website Terms & Conditions page.

We’d like your holiday to be enjoyable. Holidaying is a great time to get to know your neighbours and keep an eye out for each other’s belongings.

Your security is important to us. We recommend you keep your possessions, vehicles and accommodation safely secured at all times. If you have any concerns, please speak to one of our friendly staff.

Site cleanliness and boundaries

Please keep your site tidy and use the facilities provided to dry clothes, discharge sullage water and dispose of rubbish. Make sure your caravan, car and camping equipment stay within your site boundaries. Ropes or fastenings must not be tied to trees, fences or park structures.

It is your responsibility to position your camping equipment so that your vehicle fits on your site. if it doesn’t fit, it must be parked outside the park.

Swimming pool

Pool hours are signed at each pool area. Management reserves the right to change and amend hours as necessary for the safety of park guests. The pool is seasonally heated. For your safety and the comfort of all please note:

• no glass, smoking or alcohol
• no diving or running
• children under 12 years old must be supervised by an adult

Vehicles – drive with care

The safety of all guests is vital. Please adhere to the eight-kilometre speed limit (walking pace) within the park. Park roads are shared zones. Please follow all road signage and give way to pedestrians.

Site fees include one vehicle only. Additional vehicles can be parked in the visitors’ car park. Speak to reception for approval and cost of an additional vehicle on site.

Water conservation

Please conserve water by keeping your showers short and reporting leaking taps to our reception staff.

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• Accessible accommodation
• Accessible options
• Barbeque facilities
• Cabins air conditioned
• Cabin Easy Access
• Cabins self-contained
• Cabin Studio Accessible
• Camp Kitchen
• Campervan/Tent Sites
• Foxtel in Cabins
• Foxtel in Rec Room
• Kiosk / Store
• Patrolled beach nearby
• Recreation Room
• Surf beach opposite
• Swimming Pool

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3600 Main Beach Parade, Main Beach, QLD 4217, Australia

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8:00am to 6:00pm — every day, Christmas day closed

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Coral Coast Tourist Park

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Room was and exceptionally clean. Excellent resources at the venue.

Loved that we could stay here with our small dog in a cabin that had an enclosed fence. Our cabin was clean, well equiped and the Queen bed was very comfortable

Great value holiday park that allowed us to bring our dog. Quiet at night. Aircon worked well in the steaming hot weather. Short drive to the strand and other local attractions.

Property was convenient for us as we were travelling to Port Douglas. Easy access to the highway

The staff were amazing, the cabin was clean and so cute.

The staff was really friendly and helpful. The park is nicely placed, close to everything I needed. It's just down the road from the airport.

Location was ok. We were travelling from Airlie Beach and had difficulty finding Ingham Rd.

Dog friendly option. Very clean and organised. Friendly staff. Great facilities.

Amazing staff on site Helped us out massively. Everything was perfect couldn't of asked for a better tourist park to stay with our animals

We stay overnight the staff and park was clean and good

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Offering an outdoor saltwater pool, free on-site parking and BBQ facilities, Coral Coast Tourist Park is located in Townsville. All accommodations features a patio and a kitchenette. The property is 15 minutes' drive from The Strand foreshore and beach. The air-conditioned villas and bungalows each offer a living area with a dining setting, a flat-screen TV and a seating area. All accommodations includes a private bathroom with a shower and toilet. Coral Coast Tourist Park is 7 minutes' drive from Townsville Airport and 15 minutes' drive to 1300 SMILES Stadium.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.2 for a two-person trip.

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• Outdoor swimming pool
• Free parking
• Family rooms
• Non-smoking rooms

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Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.2)

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Amenities of Coral Coast Tourist Park Great facilities! Review score, 8.7

• Toilet paper
• Private Bathroom
• Wardrobe or closet
• Alarm clock
• Outdoor furniture
• Outdoor dining area
• BBQ facilities
• Shared kitchen
• Dining table
• Kitchenware
• Electric kettle
• Refrigerator
• Kitchenette
• Dining area
• Sitting area
• Flat-screen TV
• Shared lounge/TV area
• Fax/Photocopying Additional charge
• Laundry Additional charge
• Invoice provided
• Smoke alarms
• Designated smoking area
• Air conditioning
• Private entrance
• Ironing facilities
• Open all year
• Saltwater pool
• Shallow end
• Fenced pool

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From 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM

From 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM

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Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 16 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

Accepted payment methods

Cash Coral Coast Tourist Park accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

Quiet hours

Guests need be quiet between 9:00 PM and 7:00 AM.

Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.

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Quiet hours are between 21:00:00 and 07:00:00.

FAQs about Coral Coast Tourist Park

How far is coral coast tourist park from the center of townsville.

Coral Coast Tourist Park is 4.3 miles from the center of Townsville. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

What is there to do at Coral Coast Tourist Park?

• Swimming pool

What are the check-in and check-out times at Coral Coast Tourist Park?

Check-in at Coral Coast Tourist Park is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

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Is Coral Coast Tourist Park popular with families?

Yes, Coral Coast Tourist Park is popular with guests booking family stays.

Does Coral Coast Tourist Park have a pool?

Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

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• 547 Industry Park
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• Townsville Entertainment and Convention Centre

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• Family Court of Australia
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• Townsville Magistrates Court
• Townsville Supreme Court
• Queensland Parliament Office
• James Cook University
• Townsville Yacht Club Marina
• Breakwater Marina
• Magnetic Island Marina
• Magnetic Island National Park

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Stadiums or arenas.

• Townsville 400 Racetrack Start / Finish line
• Tony Ireland Stadium
• 1300SMILES Stadium
• Townsville Airport (TSV) 1.3 miles
• Palm Island Airport (PMK) 37 miles
• Ayr Airport (AYR) 43.9 miles
• Magnetic Island Ferry terminal
• Breakwater Terminal

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• Townsville Train Station

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The Best Limestone Coast Caravan Parks

The Limestone Coast is a stunning region in South Australia, covering some 150km of the south-east corner of South Australia, and stretching approximately 150km inland. Ideally located on the Adelaide to Melbourne stretch, this area covers some sixty Conservation and National Parks, as well as over 150,000 hectares of forest. With plenty to do, let’s look at some of the best Limestone Coast caravan parks to stay in while you explore.

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The BEST Caravan Parks By The Coast

1. robe holiday park.

Tucked away off the main road and nestled in between Lake Fellmongery and The Pub Lake, Robe Holiday Park is just minutes from the beaches, including Outlet Beach, Town Beach and the popular Long beach. With powered sites and cabins, this Robe caravan park is well set up for those travelling in their van, or those road tripping in the car. The park has laundry facilities as well as amenities blocks and gas bottle refills. With a jumping pillow for the kids, camp kitchen and two communal fires, you’ll get plenty of opportunities to meet other travellers.

Book The Robe Holiday Park HERE:

Things to do in the limestone coast, 2. discovery parks - robe.

The Discovery Park in Robe has plenty of features and amenities, including an activity room, BBQ, bouncing pillow, camp kitchen, and playground. With powered and unpowered sites, as well as studio cabins, this is a great dog-friendly, family-friendly stop on your Limestone Coast road trip. Located just outside of Long Beach, the Discovery Park in Robe is a great place to base your travels from.

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3. sea vu caravan park.

The Sea Vu is one of the most popular Robe caravan parks – and with direct access to the beaches of Guichen Bay, when you pull up, it’s not hard to see why. Sea Vu has three styles of van sites – powered waterfront, powered ocean view and powered sites close to home. The waterfront sites have some pretty spectacular views that you’ll love watching while you sip your morning coffee in the sun. 

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Prefer limestone coast b&b accommodation, 4. lakeside tourist park.

Nestled on the shores of Lake Fellmongery, Lakeside Tourist Park offers a quiet spot with green grassy sites, perfect for pulling up your van or popping up the tent, as well as a range of cabins. This Robe campsite is the perfect place to stay when you want somewhere to relax after a long day of exploring. Kick your legs back and enjoy looking out over the lake to end the day.

Book The Lakeside Tourist Park Park HERE:

5. Kingston Foreshore Caravan Park

A stop at this Kingston caravan park will have you feeling like you’ve travelled back in time. Set across the road from the beach, with its sandy verges and plentiful places to stop for a fish, you won’t want to move once you’ve stopped at the Kingstone Foreshore Caravan Park. With powered sites, unpowered sites and cabins, as well as laundry, camp kitchen and fire pit, meet some new friends and enjoy the atmosphere of this beachside village.

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6. Kingston RV Park

When it comes to Kingston Caravan Parks, the RV Park is budget-friendly and perfect for those traveling in all types of vans, from motor homes through to campervans and 4×4 campers. At just $15 for a 72-hour stay (price correct as of June 2022) , and right on the beachfront, you can’t get much better. There are no facilities, so you do need to be fully self-reliant, however a stay at the Kingston RV Park is a great way to meet new friends.

No bookings are required. Just turn up and pay for your site at the ticket machine.

7. Beachport Caravan Park

Sitting on the beachfront, and looking out over Rivoli Bay, the Beachport Caravan Park has plenty of facilities, and room, for everyone. With a camp kitchen, playground and fires allowed in the cooler months, pets are welcome at Beachport. With powered sites and a range of cabins, enjoy a night under the stars, or sleep more comfortably in a cabin. If you feel like a hit of golf while in town, the 9-hole course is located right next to the caravan park, and is perfect for beginners.

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8. Beachport Southern Ocean Tourist Park

Located just minutes beaches, the Southern Ocean Tourist Park covers 22 acres with a huge 300 grassed powered and unpowered sites. This Beachport Caravan Park is disability-friendly with modern disabled amenities, as well as being child-friendly and pet friendly (but only in the off-peak season). Enjoy everything Beachport has to offer from this wonderful location.

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Other locations, 9. port macdonnell foreshore tourist park.

Located on Woolwash Beach, the Port MacDonnell Foreshore Tourist Park is a 7-acre park with 120 sheltered, grassed powered sites, as well as four cabins and two onsite caravans. Enjoy swimming, surfing, and diving at the nearby beach, or talk a walk or bike ride alone on the trails leading out of the park and up to the lighthouse. The caravan park is a great little detour out of Mount Gambier, and the perfect place to stop on the Limestone Coast.

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10. southend sands caravan park.

Southend Sands Caravan Park is a quiet little park just metres from the beach. The camp kitchen atmosphere is certainly a favourite amongst visitors, and while it doesn’t have all the modern facilities, it is a great park to pull up in your van or pitch a tent. Southend Sands is the park of your youth – stop the van, pull out the chair and simply enjoy the relaxing environment.

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11. wrights bay caravan park and campground.

Located on Wrights Bay between Robe and Cape Jaffa, the Wrights Bay Caravan Park and Campground is sure to be a hit. Close by you’ll find 4WD tracks along the beach and over 40 cellar doors and gourmet food producers. The park can get busy during school holidays, so if you are traveling over these periods, it is well worth booking a site in advance. These are all unpowered sites, and new amenities have recently been installed.

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12. cape jaffa caravan park.

If you’re looking for Cape Jaffa accommodation, the Cape Jaffa Caravan Park is the place to stop. With a range of powered and unpowered sites, as well as cabins, the park has plenty of facilities including fishing gear and bait, gas swap point, boat ramp passes, fuel and more. Take part in some rock lobster fishing, bush walking or explore the Mt Benson Wine region.

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The best caravan parks inland.

13. Limestone Coast Tourist Park

Photo courtesy of Jessica at @weekendroaming of Umpherston Sinkhole which is closest to the Limestone Coast Tourist Park

Located just off the Jubilee Highway E/Princes Highway, the Limestone Coast Tourist Park is perfect for those looking for something close to the attractions around Mt Gambier, but still within a quiet and relaxing setting. Each powered site comes with an ensuite with drinkable water, power, and enough room for motorhomes, vans, and tents. This Mt Gambier caravan park is pet friendly in all powered sites. For those looking for a room, there are a range of units available.

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14. pine country caravan park.

Located not far from Blue Lake, the Pine Country Caravan Park offers a range of camping options. Including ensuite-powered sites, powered sites, unpowered sites, cabins, and glamping. This Mount Gambier holiday park has a range of facilities including a camp kitchen, office, kids play area with jump zone and cubby houses, and an off-lead dog paddock to give your four-legged friend room to run.

Book Pine Country Caravan Park HERE:

15. blue lake holiday park.

Nestled between Blue Lake and Valley Lake, Mount Gambier’s Blue Lake Holiday Park sits on 27 acres of landscaped gardens with accommodation to suit all. For the camping road trippers, there are ensuite powered sites, powered sites, dog-friendly powered sites, and unpowered sites. For those travelling by car, you’ll find a range of cabins suitable for the whole family. With facilities to keep everyone busy, this holiday park is a great stop in Mt Gambier.

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16. kalganyi holiday park.

Located on the northern end of Mt Gambier on the Riddoch Highway, the Kalganyi Holiday Park is an affordable option with a range of accommodation styles. For campers, there’s the ensuite powered sites or the normal powered sites, while those wanting a bit more can choose from a range of cabins, holiday units or motel style units. Pet friendly for camping sites, Kalganyi offers open space to breathe, solar heated pool playground, rec room plus a fully enclosed camp kitchen – no more cooking outside on those cold nights!

Book Kalganyi Holiday Park HERE:

17. mount gambier central caravan park.

Centrally located in town, the Mount Gambier Central Caravan Park is perfect for those looking to explore, while still staying within walking distance of facilities. Take a walk up to the Cave Garden, spend some time exploring Mount Gambier and then head back to your powered or unpowered site and meet some of your fellow travellers. With a camp kitchen, family room, and laundry, your stay is sure to be comfortable.

Book Mount Gambier Central Caravan Park HERE:

18. millicent hillview caravan park.

Enjoy sunrise over the Mt Burr Ranges from the Millicent Hillview Caravan Park . With powered and unpowered sites surrounded by bushland, camping will feel like it did when you were a kid with a few modern amenities. The camp kitchen has undercover cooking facilities, there’s free NBN and a whole host of facilities. Pet friendly, if you’re looking for Millicent accommodation in a caravan park, the Millicent Hillview is a great spot.

Book Millicent Hillview Caravan Park HERE:

19. millicent lakeside caravan park.

Just a short walk to the Millicent swimming lake, Millicent Lakeside Caravan Park offers a bush setting with plenty of facilities. With powered and unpowered sites, as well as cabins, there are a range of accommodation options to suit all travellers exploring the Limestone Coast. Millicent Lakeside Caravan Park is pet friendly for those camping.

Book Millicent Lakeside Caravan Park HERE:

20. coonawarra bush holiday park.

Everyone loves a good bush caravan park, and the Coonawarra Bush Camp  is the perfect stop if travelling between South Australia and Victoria, or if you just need a good getaway. Along with the traditional powered and non-powered sites, those looking for the ‘sleep under the stars’ experience, book to stay in the hex bubble. If you have some time on your hands, you may like to swap your time for free rent and some cash to help around the park (minimum stay of a few months required).

Book Coonawarra Bush Holiday Park HERE:

21. padthaway caravan park.

Located between Naracoorte and Keith, just of the Riddoch Highway, Padthaway Caravan Park is a great little stop on the Limestone Coast. With a garden setting for your van, take a stroll through the nearby conservation park, let the kids enjoy the playground, meet the animals and play a round of mini golf before exploring the nearby wineries.

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22. naracoorte holiday park.

Naracoorte Holiday Park , the Big 4 caravan park in Naracoorte is perfect for those doing a road trip around South Australia. Set in a quiet street near the Naracoorte Creek Walk, the holiday park offers a tiny train for the young ones, 18-hole mini-golf, giant chess, and disc golf. With 65 powered sites available, a camp kitchen, laundry block, and a dump point for caravans and motorhomes, the Big 4 Naracoorte is a quiet and relaxing place to stay.

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23. bordertown caravan park.

Located right in town, the Bordertown Caravan Park offers powered and unpowered sites as well as a range of cabins. Set amongst the trees, while there might not be all the high-end facilities, the park is clean, tidy and the staff are lovely. This is a great stop if passing through on the Dukes Highway.

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23. keith caravan park.

If you’re wanting somewhere to base yourself to explore the caves and wineries in the region, the Keith Caravan Park is the place to stay. With just a short walk to the main street, this caravan park is a quiet family-friendly park. With grassed and gravel powered sites as well as grassed camping sites, the Keith Caravan Park is a great place to pull out the swags and enjoy sleeping under the stars.

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From Maine to Florida , the East Coast is home to some beautiful stretches of coastline, amazing views, and of course, remarkable beach towns. Whether you're looking for a summer hotspot full of excitement and entertainment and brimming with crowds, or want to escape to a quieter small town this season, the shores on the East Coast have a little something for everyone. From charming, historic New England towns to tropical Southern getaways, there is so much to explore this summer.

There are 14 states that make up this stretch of the US, and each one has its own atmosphere, climate, and culture. From Cape Cod to the Florida Keys , the Atlantic Seaboard is home to a wide variety of vacation destinations. Here are 14 of the best East Coast beach towns in the US.

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Bar Harbor, ME

Bar Harbor, Maine

Much of Maine's Mt. Desert Island is covered by Acadia National Park —home to climbs like Cadillac Mountain and a sophisticated system of carriage roads financed by John D. Rockefeller Jr. But on the island's northeast corner, charming Bar Harbor is a destination in its own right. Skirting Frenchmen Bay, Bar Harbor began drawing visitors as far back as the mid-19th century when some of the Hudson River School, a group of artists that included the likes of Thomas Cole and Frederic Edwin Church, were taken with Maine's Down East landscapes. Still picturesque, Bar Harbor is now a full-fledged tourist town with a bustling main street, whale-watching tours, and of course, easy access to Acadia.

Where to stay in Bar Harbor:

• For a quirky stay: Queen Anne's Revenge Inn and Suites
• For romance: West Street Hotel
• For a private cottage: Beachy three-bedroom rental

Rockport, MA

Rockport, Massachusetts

The North Shore, a group of towns in Greater Boston, is a culturally important swath of Massachusetts. The coastal region is known for its excellent seafood, beautiful beaches, and historic landmarks. Many a good film has been filmed here as well, such as Martin Scorsese’s Shutter Island and Kenneth Lonergan’s Manchester-by-the-Sea . There are many towns worth visiting, but Rockport is a favorite among travelers. Forty miles north of Boston, the town has a can't-miss natural gem in Halibut Point State Park, from which visitors can spot Maine in the distance 80 miles away. Rockport is also beloved by art history buffs: it is home to Motif Number 1, a fishing shack with the superlative “the most-often painted building in America.” It was built in 1840, and was a popular subject because it represented New England’s nautical character. (And it didn’t hurt that the light hit it just so.) A replica was built promptly following the historic Blizzard of 1978, which destroyed the original. Gray Malin photographed it for his recent project on Boston .

Where to stay in Rockport:

• For cozy vibes: Coastal studio loft
• For a seaside view: Waterfront apartment overlooking a private beach

Oak Bluffs, MA

Oak Bluffs, Massachusetts

Ferries deliver day trippers to this little Martha’s Vineyard town daily and the colorful gingerbread houses for which Oak Bluffs is known are straight out of a storybook. Visitors walk straight off their boats into Ocean Park, a circular green overlooking the sea, encircled by said houses, with a frothy, delicate gazebo sitting in the center. Oak Bluffs has a long history of welcoming Black visitors, and today it is home to the annual African-American Film Festival .

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Where to stay in Oak Bluffs and Martha's Vineyard:

• For a historic stay: Faraway Martha's Vineyard
• For an eclectic experience: Four-bedroom Victorian beach house
• For a camp-inspired spot: Summercamp

Cape Cod, MA

Cape Cod, Massachusetts

This popular peninsula in Massachusetts is a vacation hotspot for good reason. While it really heats up during the summer, it's a beautiful destination year-round, and is brimming with history (head to nearby Plymouth to see where the Mayflower docked). Not only does it offer the best New England summer atmosphere, it's also home to exciting activities and small town summer charm. Here, you can spot wildlife, like whales ( Cape Cod is near their migration path) and seals, indulge in delicious seafood, and enjoy miles upon miles of sandy coastline. The Upper Cape is best for families, the Mid-Cape is perfect for escaping the crowds, and the Lower Cape is home to great luxury hotels .

Where to stay in Cape Cod:

• For New England luxury: Chatham Bars Inn
• For a historic stay: The Villages at Ocean Edge Resort & Golf Club
• For seaside access: Cozy one-bedroom cottage

Newport, RI

Newport, Rhode Island

Like Oak Bluffs, Newport is a beach town known for its houses, though a very different sort. Ten enormous, historic mansions—once the summer homes of the Vanderbilts, Nevada silver heiresses, and other Westerners of unimaginable wealth—remain standing along the famous cliff walk. Today however, they are museums. The most famous two are The Breakers and Rosecliff. The Newport mansions famously earned the ire of writer Joan Didion, who wrote in her essay The Seacoast of Despair, “To stand in the dining room of ‘The Breakers’ is to imagine fleeing it, pleading migraine.” Today, in lieu of the Great Gatsby -esque lawn parties of yore where swans roamed the grounds, Newport attracts visitors of all stripes for events such as the Newport Folk Festival.

Where to stay in Newport:

• For Gilded Age fans: Gardiner House Newport
• For grandeur: The Vanderbilt, Auberge Resorts Collection

Montauk, NY

Montauk, New York

The final stop on the eastern tip of Long Island, Montauk is appropriately known as the End. Due to strong winds, rough surf, and ample preserved land, it really does feel like the edge of the world, here. (Although some residents of Long Island’s furthest out town argue that if you really think about it, it’s actually the Beginning.) Montauk feels more remote and low-key than its luxurious, sceney Hamptons counterparts. Every visit to Montauk should include a stop at the Montauk Point Light House, which was commissioned by President George Washington in 1796. It is still operating, and the panoramic views from the top are out of this world.

Where to stay in Montauk:

• For barefoot luxury: Marram Montauk
• For a private beach: Gurney's Montauk
• For St. Tropez vibes: Solé East Resort

Cape May, NJ

Cape May, New Jersey

The site of pink triple-decker Victorian homes and a lively, festive promenade that exists as a beach town ideal in America's collective imagination, Cape May is the sort of dreamy summer destination one associates with trails of melted ice cream dotting the hot pavement and Fourth of July picnics. National Geographic also labeled Cape May as the World's Best Destination for Birding , writing, “The narrow peninsula at Cape May acts as a bird funnel, bringing in songbirds during their spring and fall migrations. At dawn on a good day, legendary Higbee Beach offers front-row seats to a feathered fashion show… With a little luck, you can see 20 species of warblers, each in its own colorful costume.” Sign us up.

Where to stay in Cape May:

• For picturesque looks: One-bedroom cottage with a hot tub
• For classic luxury: The Virginia Hotel

Chincoteague, VA

Chincoteague, Virginia

You won't find bustling boardwalks, sleek hotels, or grids of cars with clunky bike racks trapped in traffic in Chincoteague. This coastal town is all about the wildlife—specifically its wild horses . Visitors flock to the island annually for the Pony Penning that has been held since 1925. The Chincoteague Volunteer Fire Department holds the event, and it consists of a pony swim—in which the animals cross the Assateague Channel—and a pony auction. No one really knows how this population of horses came to be, though there are competing theories. Some say they are descendants of Spanish horses shipwrecked en route to Peru in the 17th century. Others claim they were left long ago by pirates. Still others say they are runaways from mainland farmers. The quaint beauty of Chincoteague includes trails for hiking, beaches, and a red and white lighthouse. For the best pony views, cross over on a bike to the Maryland side of Chincoteague National Wildlife Refuge.

Where to stay in Chincoteague:

• For beachy decor: Three-bedroom with a balcony
• For sunset views: Bay-facing cottage on the water

Ocean City, MD

Ocean City, Maryland

There is no place quite like the Chesapeake Bay . Step foot here and breathe in the saltwater air, indulge in delicious seafood, and enjoy the gorgeous beaches. The seaside resort town of Ocean City offers fun for the whole family—stroll down the boardwalk and taste the saltwater taffy to start, then take your pick of activities for all ages: surfing, fishing, and kayaking included. If you're looking for something a little less busy, the nearby small town of Berlin (just a 15-minute drive away) is great for a quick trip or overnight stay to avoid the crowds, but will take you away from the gorgeous shoreline. A little farther away is the historic small town of St. Michaels , worth a visit just to explore the history and see the picturesque neighborhood on the water.

Where to stay in Ocean City:

• For a view: Condo with bayside access
• For a midtown stay: Condo near restaurants, bars, and entertainment

Nags Head, NC

Nags Head, North Carolina

Nags Head is a beach town on the Outer Banks , a group of barrier islands and spits sandwiched between mainland North Carolina and the Atlantic Ocean. It's known for its sand dunes in Jockey Ridge State Park, which comprise the tallest true sand dune system on the East Coast. Hundreds of shipwrecks nearby—caused by the region's shifting sands and heavily trafficked waters—have given the surrounding waters the moniker “Graveyard of the Atlantic,” and the nearby USS Huron is a popular scuba dive site.

Where to stay in Nags Head and the Outer Banks:

• For a beachfront retreat: Sanderling Resort
• For a five-minute walk to the water: Coastal boho home
• For panoramic ocean views: Triple-tiered vacation home

Pawley's Island, SC

Pawleys Island, South Carolina

Pawleys Island is so small that its year-round population hovers around 100 people. It was first settled in the 1500s, making it one of the oldest beach towns in the US. With that amount of history, there is, of course, a ghost story to go with it: There have been sightings of the Gray Man, a ghost whose appearance is said to warn of hurricanes as he paces up and down the beach, dating to a 19th-century storm. Summer options on Pawleys Island that are not at all spooky—besides flopping around on the beach—include golf, fishing, walking sculpture-filled gardens, and feasting on Lowcountry cuisine like She Crab soup.

Where to stay in Pawleys Island:

• For a beachy condo: Two-bedroom townhouse
• For a breathtaking view: Marshfront property near the beach

Myrtle Beach, SC

Myrtle Beach, South Carolina

While it's not too far from the aforementioned Pawleys Island, Myrtle Beach will feel worlds away from the slow, small-town atmosphere of the other quaint town. This popular summer destination boasts bigger crowds than its neighbor, and has a wide assortment of entertainment, dining, nightlife, and activities available. Aside from the deliciously warm weather and miles of beaches to traverse, Myrtle Beach is also home to a great many golf courses, amusement parks, water parks, and an iconic boardwalk with a massive 187-foot-tall Ferris Wheel.

Where to stay in Myrtle Beach:

• For golf lovers: Marina Inn at Grande Dunes
• For seclusion: Island Vista Resort

Tybee Island, GA

Tybee Island, Georgia

Just a short drive from Savannah , Georgia, this coastal community is in the perfect spot for a day trip . Even during the summer, some parts of it manage to maintain that small-town vibe and don't get unbearably crowded, boasting an assortment of adorable ice cream and coffee shops, long stretches of sandy beaches, and great waterfront access. There's a little something for everyone from families to couples— South Beach is better for those who want a little excitement in their atmosphere, whereas North Beach is a bit more quiet and contained. I've found it particularly great for families (having traveled here with a multigenerational group ages 1-68), and recommend the kitschy Original Crab Shack for a memorable meal.

Where to stay in Tybee Island:

• For a private pool and hot tub: Three-bedroom bungalow
• For couples: Historic cottage with complimentary golf cart, bikes, and kayaks

Siesta Key, FL

Siesta Key, Florida

While we love the beach towns listed above, the only part of the East Coast that has a true tropical climate is the lower half of Florida. Naturally, the beaches in this area are very beautiful. We want to laud Siesta Key in particular for its fine sand, which comes from the Appalachian Mountains and is made up almost entirely of cool and reflective quartz, its waterfront dining and drinking, and its excellence for water sports like parasailing. The three beaches to visit on Siesta Key are Siesta Beach, Crescent Beach, and Turtle Beach.

Where to stay in Siesta Key:

• For a lush condo: Beachfront stay on Siesta Beach
• For a private pool: Tropical three-bedroom home

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Gold Coast Tourist Parks are an ideal holiday getaway. We have 7 parks and 3 island campgrounds located near some of the best beaches on the Gold Coast.

Choose from a variety of accommodation options including:

• self-contained cabins which sleep from 2 to 11 persons, and include bed linen and bath towels
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Our tourist parks are centrally located to main arterial roads, with easy access to all theme parks and attractions on the Gold Coast.

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• Broadwater Tourist Park
• Burleigh Beach Tourist Park
• Jacobs Well Tourist Park
• Kirra Beach Tourist Park
• Main Beach Tourist Park
• Ocean Beach Tourist Park
• South Stradbroke Island – South Currigee Campground
• South Stradbroke Island – North Currigee Campground
• South Stradbroke Island – Tipplers Campground
• Tallebudgera Creek Tourist Park

Gold Coast Tourist Parks are packed with facilities for all ages including Foxtel TV (in cabins only) and swimming pools (all heated during winter), as well as children's playgrounds, camp kitchens and barbecue areas.

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Gold Coast Tourist Parks aim to welcome guests with the highest level of customer service and hospitality, regardless of their individual needs. Wheelchair accessible accommodation options are offered at each of our holiday parks.

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Pets are welcome at our Jacobs Well and Kirra Beach Tourist Parks. Multiple sites are allocated as pet friendly, with in-park dog-friendly zones and adjacent parklands for exercising. The dog-friendly cabins are popular at Kirra Beach, where guests may also enjoy use of the on-site dog wash facility.

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Discover Two Parks In One At This South Dakota National Park

Discover extensive caverns and prairies roamed by bison at the stunning Wind Cave National Park.

• Wind Cave: a unique dual experience of subterranean wonders and vast prairies home to iconic wildlife like bison and elk.
• Explore 155 miles of passageways and 95% of box-work formations at Wind Cave, a top underground destination in the US.
• Embark on ranger-led cave tours ranging from $3 to $45 at Wind Cave National Park while enjoying free access to the prairies above.

Wind Cave National Park in South Dakota is famously two parks in one. It is a park that boasts some of the longest caves in the USA and herds of bison overhead. On the surface, visitors can see one of America's best-preserved tracts of mixed-grass prairie where the bison still roam, and below they can see some of the largest and most famous caves in the country.

Wind Cave is regarded as one of the top things to do while exploring South Dakota . Wind Cave is one of the oldest national parks in the United States and was established 120 years ago in 1903 and is one of the most famous subterranean destinations in the country. Here's what to know about this famous park and its dual offerings.

Wind Cave: The Park Below The Surface

Wind cave serves as one attraction at this park.

Wind Cave is the first cave to have been designated a national park anywhere in the world. For well over a hundred years, visitors have come from far and wide to discover its remarkable subterranean passageways and unique rock formations. The cave has been open for visitors since 1892 and early tours cost $1.

• Explored Passageways: 155 miles (as of 2021)
• Temperature: Approx. 54°F (11°C) year-round

Here visitors can discover around 95% of the known box-work formations. Wind Cave has around 155 explored miles of passages, making it the third-longest cave system known in the United States.

Wind Cave is one of the densest cave systems in the world with numerous passageways clustered in a small area. It is one of the best underground experiences to have on the South Dakota bucket list.

Wind Cave: The Park Above The Surface

Above ground, the national park is mostly prairie.

On the surface, Wind Cave National Park preserves the largest tract of mixed-grass prairie still found in the United States. Here, visitors can discover the rolling prairies more or less as they were when settlers expanded across the nation. It is something of a remnant island of intact prairie.

The park is home to a range of iconic North American wildlife including bison and elk. Famously mighty herds of as many as 60 million bison once roamed the North American prairie, but they were soon driven to the edge of extinction by around 1900. Thanks to intensive conservation efforts, bison herds can be once again found in isolated patches across their former range, such as at Wind Cave National Park.

The bison herd at Wind Cave is a rare herd of free-roaming and genetically pure bison herds found on public lands in North America. Another great place to discover herds of bison is at Custer State Park just to the north of Wind Cave National Park.

Wind Cave National Park is one of the great attractions when exploring the greater Black Hills region (which is of spiritual and cultural significance to the Native Americans of the region).

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What to know about visiting wind cave national park, wind cave tours are guided with a fee.

Wind Cave National Park is located around 10 miles north of the western South Dakota town of Hot Springs.

Exploring Below The Wind Cave Surface:

Access to the Wind Cave is only with ranger-led tours that depart from the visitor center and there are a number of tour options offered in the caves. Visitors need to purchase a ticket to venture inside the caves; around half of the cave tours are sold on a first-come, first-served basis on the day of the tour at the visitor center.

In the peak season, the available tours are:

• Natural Entrance Tour: $8
• Fairgrounds Tour: $8
• Garden of Eden Tour: $7
• Accessibility Tour: $3
• Wild Cave Tour: $45
• Candlelight Tour: $16

These tours each have scheduled times, with some, like the Natural Entrance Tour running nine times a day in the peak season, and the Wild Cave Tour departing only once. During the winter, the only tours still running are the Fairgrounds Tour and the Garden of Eden Tour. The Wild Cave Tour is the ultimate adventure tour to explore the caves.

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Exploring above the wind cave surface:.

The surface and the prairies of Wind Cave National Park are open to the public all day, every day. Visitors should be aware that this is South Dakota and the winter conditions can be extreme with snow and severe weather limiting access to parts of the park. By contrast, the summers are normally hot and dry.

• Admission Fee: Free (above ground)

The Wind Cave Visitor Center is open every day (closed Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's Day).

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Your Naturally Relaxing Sunshine Coast Holiday Destination

The Sunshine Coast is aptly named: this stunning stretch of coastline basks in Australia’s most temperate weather making it a relaxing holiday destination in any season.

Its beaches, from Coolum in the north to Caloundra in the south, are some of the best in the country, arcs of golden sand lapped by the revitalising waters of the Pacific Ocean.

And its hinterland, incorporating such natural wonders as the Glasshouse Mountains and the Blackall Range, will rejuvenate the most jaded of travellers.

If you enjoy the ambience of an open-air market, then the Sunshine Coast has some of the best, including the famous Eumundi Markets .

And at Australia Zoo you’ll have a chance to get close to some of our more exotic residents.

Though only 100km from Brisbane, and an easy trip by road or rail, the Sunshine Coast boasts its own airport at Maroochydore with direct flights from Sydney and Melbourne.

Easy to get to, even easier to love, the Sunshine Coast is, indeed, naturally refreshing.

All the Sunshine Coast Holiday Parks are conveniently located, allowing guests direct access to sun, sand and surf.

Whatever your interest - swimming, surfing, boating, fishing, bushwalking or just kicking back on the beach, there’s a park that’s the right fit for you.

It doesn’t matter if you are a camper, a caravanner, or prefer the luxury of a villa our parks will take the hassle out of your holiday. 

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British tourist severely injured in rare shark attack off Tobago coast

A British tourist was hospitalized with severe injuries following a shark attack on the Caribbean island of Tobago. The incident occurred approximately 33 feet from the shore. In response, authorities closed seven beaches and a marine park along the island's north-western coast. The shark managed to escape before it could be captured.

The attack took place on the morning of Friday, April 26, in Tobago, near the Starfish Hotel in Courland Bay. Peter Smith, a 64-year-old British national from Berkhamsted, sustained serious injuries to his arm, thigh, and abdomen. Tobago authorities reported that the shark was about 9.8 feet long.

Smith was vacationing on the island with his wife and friends on what turned out to be their last and unfortunate day. Just before their departure, Smith decided to take one last swim and was subsequently attacked by a shark.

The man was in water up to his waist and did not notice the shark approaching him from behind . Identified as a bull shark or Zambezi shark, the attack happened close to the shore, about 33 feet away.

According to witness statements reported by "The Sun," beachgoers attempted to frighten the shark away, and it eventually swam off.

Smith was immediately taken to the hospital. During a press conference, Tobago's Parliamentary Secretary Farley Augustine stated that their health service workers are now focused on stabilizing the tourist's condition to save his life and limbs.

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Following the attack, authorities closed seven beaches and all coastal areas between Plymouth town on the north coast of the island and Store Bay. The Tobago Emergency Management Agency has been using drones to survey the coastline of these areas.

A $10,000 reward was initially offered for the capture of the shark. However, the reward was later withdrawn after criticism from ichthyologists and animal rights activists.

According to the International Shark Attack File based in Florida, there were 69 unprovoked and 22 provoked shark attacks worldwide last year, resulting in 14 fatalities. However, most shark attacks in the region occur further north, in the central Caribbean and off the eastern and southern coasts of the USA. Over the past 20 years, Tobago has seen only two shark attacks, none of which were closer than 186 miles to the island.

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