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17 Reasons to Visit Redcliffe
There’s plenty to see and do in and around Redcliffe so it is definitely worth it to visit Redcliffe. In fact, there’s at least 17 reasons to visit Redcliffe that we can think of.
Take a stroll through Bee Gees Way, cool off in the Settlement Cove Lagoon right beside the water’s edge, enjoy a meal at one of the many cafes or restaurants, check out the Sunday Markets or visit any one of the beaches on the Peninsula.
You can go skydiving, whale watching all from Redcliffe which is just under 40kms from the city of Brisbane.
Redcliffe is part of the Redcliffe Peninsula which is located just north-north-east of the Brisbane CBD.
Do you know how Redcliffe got it’s name? The name originates from ‘Red Cliff Point” named by Matthew Flinders due to the red cliffs at Woody Point which is an obvious choice when you think about it.
Read more about Brisbane: 21 Best Things to do in and around Brisbane
From Redcliffe on a clear day, you can take in the magnificent views across Moreton Bay and distinctly see the huge sand hills on Moreton Island.
Read about: Camping Fraser Island and Moreton Island
17 Reasons why you should Visit Redcliffe
1. Bee Gees Way
The Bee Gees Way has proven to be a popular attraction for Redcliffe over the last 6 years and famously one of the 17 reasons to visit Redcliffe. The first stage of the 70 metre walkway was unveiled in 2013. It runs from Redcliffe Parade through to Sutton Street.
On an even more spectacular scale, Barry Gibb personally attended the Grand Opening of Stage 2 in 2015!
How do you get to Bee Gees Way?
At the Redcliffe end of Anzac Avenue, simply turn left at the roundabout into Redcliffe Parade which runs alongside the waterfront. Alternatively, turn left from Anzac Avenue one street beforehand into Sutton Street.
When entering from Redcliffe Parade, just look for the huge orange rings and the entry to Bee Gees Way is directly opposite. Street parking is available in both streets and there is also a carpark at the bottom ends of Redcliffe Parade and Sutton Street, opposite the RSL.
The walkway features more than 60 captioned photos and 13 album covers from their incredible career which spanned 4 decades. There’s also a 5.3 square metre video screen showing exclusive interviews with Barry Gibb.
They also play old home movie footage on the big screen along with video clips of many of their songs.
As you stroll down this awesome musical monument, you can also take in the 70 metre mural showcasing artwork of Barry, Robin, Maurice and Any Gibb whilst listening to their hit music in the background.
Be like us and the many thousands of others and be sure to have your photo with either of the life-sized bronze statues or both!
There’s one when the Gibb brothers were young barefoot boys and the other one commemorating the band as adults when they were at the peak of their career.
#beegees
How much does it cost?
Entry to this amazing outdoor musical tribute is FREE and a must see for Bee Gees fans and music enthusiasts in general.
The walkway honours the most famous young Redcliffe residents of the 50’s. Who would of thought way back then that the Gibb brothers would go on to become one of the world’s best-selling bands of all time.
Nightly
Time your visit in the evening and you can also experience the fabulous light shows. Set to three of the Bee Gees greatest hits – “Staying Alive”, “Night Fever” and “How Deep is Your Love”. The light shows run every night on the half hour from 7pm through to 9.30pm.
Bee Gees Trivia
Do you know how the Bee Gees began?
The Bee Gees were founded in 1958 after their family migrated from Manchester to Redcliffe. They were first discovered while playing at the Redcliffe Speedway which Bill Goode owned.
Bill Gates, a DJ from Brisbane’s Radio Station 4BH, heard them singing in the interval at the speedway. It was Bill Gates who gave them their first gig on the radio. Coincidentally, it’s the initials of these two men that brought about the name The Bee Gees.
Barry the eldest of the Gibb Brothers was only 14 at the time that they signed their first music contract at the kitchen table in their home at Redcliffe.
#beegeesway
2. Settlement Cove Lagoon
Nestled below the main street of Redcliffe at the water’s edge is the Settlement Cove Lagoon. There is an awesome large lagoon-style pool and a separate wading pool with a pool fenced enclosure for little kids.
Make a day of it as there are barbecues, picnic shelters and playgrounds. There’s also a bike path that runs alongside the lagoon and the foreshore edge.
The best part – the lagoon is FREE and open to the public 24 hours a day, every day, all year round. So it’s a great place to cool off on a hot Brissie Summer’s day. Most people naturally swim in the Summer months.
It’s also the safest time as the Lagoon Lifeguards are on duty from December to March, even on Christmas Day! The hours are usually from 7.00am to 6.00pm Mondays to Sundays.
Plus, you’ll find the Lifeguard hours are extended to 8pm on Boxing Day, New Year’s Day, Australia Day and the January School Holidays.
We utilised these extended hours when we spent the afternoon and evening cooling off in the lagoon with friends last New Year’s Day.
Although Settlement Cove Lagoon is an open facility it does have some restrictions. It’s a ‘no alcohol’ and a ‘smoke free’ zone. Also you are not allowed to take glass into the lagoon area. Plus pets are not allowed.
You can however walk your dogs on a lead along the pathway on the ocean side of the lagoon. Certified service animals are permitted in all areas with the only exception being the lagoon water. Best to check the Moreton Bay Regional Council website for a full list of restrictions as these are just the main ones!
3. Redcliffe Jetty
The Redcliffe Jetty is hard to miss as it extends out from the main street of Redcliffe. It has long been an identifiable landmark of the Redcliffe Peninsula and has long been one of the reasons to visit Redcliffe. Actually, the original jetty was not the first pier to be built in Redcliffe.
Built in 1885, it was second to the Woody Point Jetty. The Woody Point Jetty was constructed in 1881.
A second Redcliffe Jetty was built in1922. After the original jetty fell into disrepair, it was more economical to build a completely new structure. This new jetty housed a Halfway House which was later transformed into the Penny Arcade in 1938.
Apparently, the Gibb brothers often frequented the entertainment arcade as youngsters growing up in Redcliffe.
By 1961, the second jetty had deteriorated so much, it had to be pulled down. It replaced with the third and current Redcliffe Jetty. The current jetty which opened in 1999 extends from what was once the 1930’s Bathing Pavilion.
It is great to see that they have retained the heritage features of the old pavilion including drinking fountains, lights and seating.
4. Redcliffe Jetty Markets
Every Sunday, the main street of Redcliffe is closed off. Open to pedestrian traffic only, the entire street and entry to the Jetty comes alive with the Markets.
Both sides of the road are filled with a variety of fabulous market stalls. Ranging from quality arts & craft, hot food, fresh fruit & vegies to jewellery, plants and other handmade items.
The Redcliffe Jetty Markets are open from 8am – 2pm. It’s a fun day out for the whole family especially with it being located right on the beach front as well. Plus, the markets are pet friendly!
For us, the markets are certainly one of the reasons to visit Redcliffe especially on a Sunday.
#gottalovesundays
5. Where to Eat in and around Redcliffe
What’s in the Pot? and Mon Komo are two of our favourite places to eat not just in Redcliffe but they are also two places that feature in our 17 Best Eating Places in Brisbane and Gold Coast.
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One of our 17 Reasons to visit Redcliffe is for the array of dining options. Here is our list of just the eating places that we have been to in Redcliffe, Margate, Woody Point and Scarborough over the years.
There are many dining options available in the Redcliffe region but these are just a few!
Redcliffe Restaurants & Cafes
MonKomo – A great spot to meet up with friends and family for a drink and lunch or dinner!
What’s in the Pot? – We just love the atmosphere, the authentic Italian food and the warm, good old-fashioned hospitality at What’s in the Pot?.
You never know what delicious food will be on the menu as it is all cooked freshly daily. The menu changes depending on how many dishes are available on the day/night.
The Rustic Olive – As great friends of ours live at Woody Point, we have dined here enjoying the classic Italian food and outdoor dining atmosphere overlooking the beautiful bay.
Preece’s – We have been guilty of stopping in to check out their house-made cakes and slices. Their banoffee’s were to die for but we haven’t noticed them in the cabinet lately 😊
The Coffee Club – Always a great meeting place for lunch, dinner or a coffee/milkshake!
Cactus Jack’s – Another enjoyable dinner out with our friends 😊
Banjo’s Bakery Café – Enjoy Pies, pastries, sandwiches and rolls and of course their sweet treats are always tempting!
Dolphins Leagues Club – We have attended a Wedding Reception at Dolphins and also had dinner in the Bistro.
Margate Restaurants
The Golden Ox – Very popular for Wedding Receptions. We have had dinner there with friends and celebrated special anniversaries there as well.
Scarborough Restaurants & Cafes
Danny’s Café Bar Restaurant – A great place for dinner and catch up with our good friends on one of our visits back to Brisbane while we have been traveling around Oz.
Morgans Seafood – Best fresh and cooked seafood! There is usually a queue but trust us it’s definitely worth the wait!!
Redcliffe Eating Places are just one of the 17 Reasons to visit Redcliffe
Woody Point Places to Eat
The Belvedere Hotel – We have enjoyed many a Birthday Dinner, Anniversary Celebration or just dinner with our friends or family at the Belvedere!
Café Apre – Their Big Breakfast is delicious and an absolute bargain at $9.99!!
6. Where to Stay when visiting Redcliffe
There are a range of different types of accommodation in Redcliffe from Hotels to Caravan Parks to Showgrounds.
Oaks Mon Komo
Kev and I checked into Mon Komo for a night before we left on our adventure back in Feb 2016!
In order for the house to be ready for rental, we had been moving everything that wasn’t coming with us in the Motorhome into Storage. We were utterly exhausted from packing up the house. It’s a shame we didn’t get to enjoy it more.
The Sebel Brisbane Margate Beach
With a Rooftop pool, a restaurant, stunning bay views and beautiful bay breezes, The Sebel at Margate would be a great option if you are looking for Redcliffe accommodation. It is only 25 mins from Brisbane Airport and 40 mins from the Brisbane CBD.
Good friends who live nearby have dined many a time at the restaurant which faces the beach!
Scarborough Holiday Village
The Scarborough Holiday Village has absolute water frontage therefore you can enjoy the fabulous bay breezes from beautiful Moreton Bay. It overlooks the magnificent Moreton Island, nestled between parkland and the Yacht Club.
The ever-popular Sea Salt & Vine is located right on the doorstep of the Scarborough Holiday Village and is open 7 days from 7am – 4pm with live entertainment on weekends!
We have just recently stayed at this perfectly located Holiday Park and it has proven to be a very good option for us anytime we are back in Brisbane.
Redcliffe Showgrounds
Like the Pine Rivers Showgrounds at Lawnton and the Dayboro Showgrounds, the Redcliffe Showgrounds opens up out of show season for RV Camping.
Outside of the Redcliffe Show held each year at the end of June, the Showgrounds are a popular short-term option for people with caravans or motorhomes who are stopping off in Brisbane on their travels.
Find out about our favourite Campgrounds: Our 29 Best Low Cost Campgrounds in Australia
Bells Caravan Park
The Bells Caravan Park at Woody Point is located right on the Esplanade overlooking the water but the front sites reportedly get a lot of road noise.
7. Beaches in the Redcliffe Region
Redcliffe is on the Peninsula and is surrounded by a number of little beaches and just one of the reasons to visit Redcliffe. Although the sand is a little gritty and more of a golden reddish colour, these beaches are close to Brisbane’s doorstep and one of our 17 reasons to visit Redcliffe.
Being so close and handy, any of the beaches are great for beating the Brisbane heat. Don’t bother heading to Redcliffe for a surf as usually there are literally only ripples in the water but this makes the beaches ideal for kids to play and swim.
Bells Beach
Bells Beach is opposite the Bells Caravan Park next to Pelican Park before Woody Point and is a very popular spot for jet-skiers, SUPs and kite-surfers. Look up as you will often see skydivers coming in for a landing on the beach!
Clontarf Beach
Clontarf Beach runs from the Houghton Highway Bridge down to Pelican Park and is the first beach you immediately come to as you drive off the bridge onto the Redcliffe Peninsula.
It is also where you’ll find the Aqua Splash Redcliffe over the Summer School Holidays.
Margate Beach
Margate Beach is the largest of the Redcliffe Beaches and stretches 2kms from Scotts Point to Suttons Beach. You’ll often find people of all ages using the the shared boardwalk to go for a walk or cycle. Beautiful Norfolk Pines line the boardwalk.
Also there’s a number of white pavilions dotted along the foreshore that provide shelter and a place to stop and admire the beach and Moreton Bay.
Queens Beach
Queens Beach is the only off-leash dog beach in Redcliffe. The beach only becomes an off-leach area at certain hours of the day – before 8am and after 4pm.
Queens Beach is located between Scarborough and Osbourne Point and has a small sand boat ramp.
Redcliffe Beach
Right in the heart of Redcliffe is the Redcliffe Beach and it stretches either side of the Redcliffe Jetty.
Although Redcliffe Beach is not highly regarded as a swimming beach, it is great to throw a line in off the jetty and cool off in the water on a hot day.
Scarborough Beach
Scarborough Beach is very popular for families.
The main attraction is Pirate Park. Being fenced this fabulous ‘railway and pirate themed’ playground is great for keeping in the kids! It also has huge climbing trees which our boys loved when they were young!
Recently they have added a separate fenced Jumping Pillow a little further along Scarborough Beach.
Scotts Point
Scotts Point is in Woody Point and is accessed from the most southern end of Margate Beach. There is a nice shaded park high on the hill overlooking the beach and the rocky outcrop.
The Scotts Point Bathing Pavilion, built in 1937, is the most prominent feature.
Suttons Beach
Suttons Beach is the only patrolled beach in and around Brisbane. It’s also one of the best beaches at Redcliffe for swimming.
You can take a stroll along the walkway right along the waterfront from Suttons Beach to Settlement Cove and then up to the main street of Redcliffe via the Boardwalk.
There’s a shaded playground and a number of barbecues and picnic shelters at the Margate end of Suttons Beach.
Woody Point
Woody Point has very little beach but right beside the beach and water front is Crockatt Park. It has an undercover playground and a large covered picnic shelter with barbecues.
Directly opposite the park is the Belvedere Hotel and a little further along you can fish off the Woody Point Jetty.
8. Redcliffe Weather
We always believe the temperature is slightly lower at Redcliffe due to the beautiful bay breezes coming directly off Moreton Bay.
Whenever we have visited our good friends at Woody Point, it always seems cooler than it is at our home in the northern suburbs of Brissie.
During hot summer days in Brisbane you really appreciate being at Redcliffe.
9. Fishing at Redcliffe
A portion of the old Hornibrook Bridge remains at each end as a fishing platform. Often bream, flathead, chopper tailor, whiting and school jewfish are caught at this prime, easily accessible Redcliffe fishing spot.
The Ted Smout Memorial Bridge also has a 10m by 50m fishing platform. Both sand and mud crabs are often caught in the Pine River channels as well.
The Redcliffe Jetty and the jetty at Woody Point are also popular land based spots to fish from. The rock walls at the entrance to the Newport canals can be good for fishing and can easily be accessed if you don’t have a boat.
Also people just fish off the beach at Scarborough, Redcliffe and Margate.
For all of your bait and tackle needs, great advice on fishing around Redcliffe and for the friendliest service, be sure to visit Mark and the team at Tackle Land at Sandgate.
If you are heading out for a fish around Redcliffe, be sure to know where the green zones are located. Click here for a Fishing Green Zone Map for the Moreton Bay region.
There is also a reef off Scarborough so it’s popular for boaties! If only we had a boat lol 🙂
10. Whale Watching Tours Depart from Redcliffe
The Whale Watching season usually starts in June-July and continues through to November.
If you’re keen to go whale watching and you don’t want to travel far from Brisbane, you’re in luck as tours depart from Redcliffe.
With Brisbane Whale Watching Tours, you are guaranteed whale sightings. Their ‘MV Eye Spy’ is Brisbane’s only purpose-built whale watching vessel. It’s Eco accredited, has 6 spacious viewing decks and also offers wheelchair access.
The ‘MV Eye Spy’ departs daily from the Redcliffe Jetty at 10.00am and returns at approx. 2.30pm. The tour also includes a delicious fresh buffet lunch, yummm!
Book your Brisbane Whale Watching Experience here
11. Redcliffe Annual Events
Redcliffe Kitefest
Each year Redcliffe hosts a North Brisbane Kite Festival which is held over two days at Pelican Park at Clontarf.
Apart from the fun and excitement of the kites of all shapes, colours and sizes filling the skies, there’s kite making workshops, shows, live music, roving entertainers and markets.
Jetty 2 Jetty Fun Run
Each year thousands of people take part in the most scenic fun run in Queensland, the Jetty 2 Jetty Fun Run. You don’t have to be a professional marathon runner to enter as they cater for all levels of fitness.
You can opt to run, walk for a cause, or simply take a pleasant stroll at your own pace along the Redcliffe waterfront.
There are also 4 distances to choose from – 3km, 5km, 10km and the 21.1km event. All events start and finish at Pelican Park in Clontarf.
12. Redcliffe Wind Sculpture
OPTO is the moving masterpiece of sculptor Phil Price. The two bright orange rings are made of steel and carbon fibre and are distinctly visible opposite Bee Gees Way.
The kinetic rings are designed so that they move in relation to the environment.
They can rotate, spin and pass over one another in response to the breeze coming off Moreton Bay. They are truly amazing to see when they are rotating in the wind!
13. Redcliffe Museum
The Redcliffe Museum is located on Anzac Avenue just up from Oxley Avenue. It is open Tuesdays to Saturdays from 10am – 4pm; 10am – 3pm on Sundays but closed on Mondays.
Entry is FREE!
The museum features films from Redcliffe’s early days. It displays old and modern-day photos as well as highlighting the history of seaside holidays over the years.
Plus, they also hold exhibitions and workshops in the museum so great for the kids and adults.
14. HMQS Gayundah
The rusted remains of the HMQS Gayundah Wreck are clearly visible at the base of the cliffs at Woody Point just around the point from the jetty and the popular Belvedere Hotel.
The HMQS Gayundah, built in 1884, first operated as a flat-iron gunboat by the Queensland Maritime Defence Force. Later the HMQS Gayundah was part of the Royal Australia Navy before being decommissioned in 1921.
She then served as a sand and gravel barge in Brisbane until the 1950’s.
Ultimately, in 1958 after being scrapped she was purposely run aground at Woody Point serving as a breakwater structure to prevent soil erosion.
15. Redcliffe Botanic Gardens
The Redcliffe Botanic Gardens offers a peaceful and shady place to escape right in the heart of Redcliffe.
There’s heaps to see including a Herb Garden with over 500 different species, a water feature, flower gardens, native plants, a rainforest with over 250 rainforest species as well as it’s home to more than 1000 bats!
There’s a number of walkways throughout the gardens, an amphitheatre, an open grassed area and drinking fountain. Unfortunately, dogs are not permitted within the gardens.
It’s a great spot for picnics and birthday celebrations as well with shelters and seating provided around the gardens. It is a popular place for weddings, however if you are planning an event or wedding you may need to make a booking through the Moreton Bay Regional Council.
Entry to the gardens is FREE! The gardens are open between 6am and 6pm, seven days a week and are wheelchair accessible.
16. Redcliffe Inflatable Water Park
Redcliffe Aqua Warrior is located at Pelican Park at Clontarf. You can’t miss it! As soon as you come off the Hornibrook Bridge, you can see Redcliffe’s amazing inflatable Water Park!
You can splash into Summer 7 days from 9am – 7pm during each season.
If you are looking for a fun way to keep cool and or entertain the kids of all ages, be sure to check out the Redcliffe Aqua Warrior Inflatable Water Park.
It’s just one of the 17 reasons to visit Redcliffe especially over the school holidays!
17. Skydiving
The last of our 17 Reasons to visit Redcliffe but certainly not least. You can escape the hustle and bustle of Brisbane and get your adrenaline going by skydiving on the peninsula.
Skydiving at Redcliffe provides the best city and coastal views.
If you want to experience Australia’s highest skydive, then Redcliffe is the place to do it! You’ll soar to heights of up to 15,000ft, before taking the huge plunge.
After a thrilling 60 seconds of free fall, your parachute opens, then you can get your breath back and start to relax and really enjoy the experience.
While you’re floating down you’ll be able to soak in the views of the Brisbane city skyline as well as Moreton Island, before touching down on the beach at Redcliffe.
We have witnessed skydivers coming in for a landing on the beach at Clontarf many a time.
When Kev bravely did his skydive 15 years ago, a gift given to him for his 40th Birthday by his good mate, Kev landed on the beach at Scarborough.
Kev has always been scared of heights, therefore Skydiving was an enormous challenge for Kev!
Check this out: Here is the link so you can check out Kev’s Skydive
How to get to Redcliffe
By Car
You can head northbound across Bramble Bay on the Houghton Bridge from Brighton to Clontarf.
The adjacent Ted Smout Memorial Bridge provides the southbound lanes from Clontarf back over to Brighton.
The Houghton Highway is a reinforced concrete viaduct that spans 2.74km. Up until 2013, these two bridges were equally the second longest bridges in the country.
Both Kev and Adele had a set of grandparents who funnily enough lived only streets apart at Margate/Woody Point. Both of us clearly remember the old Hornibrook Bridge and the days of the toll.
Another route is to travel along Anzac Ave from Petrie through Kallangur, North Lakes, Mango Hill, Rothwell, Kippa-Ring right into Redcliffe.
By Bus
Buses run from the Sandgate Bus Station to Redcliffe traveling through the suburbs of Brighton, Clontarf, Woody Point, Margate, Redcliffe, Scarborough, Redcliffe, Kippa-Ring back to Clontarf.
Also the new Hornibrook Bus Line services Chermside to Redcliffe with routes around the peninsula including to and from the Railway stations at Rothwell and Kippa-Ring.
By Train
Up until October 2016, because there was no train service to Redcliffe, the only public transport to the Peninsula was by bus. The train line has been extended in recent years and the new Redcliffe Train Line now runs from Petrie right through to Kippa-Ring.
Have you visited Redcliffe?
Do you have you any other points of interest to add to our 17 Reasons to visit Redcliffe?
Safe travels
Kev & Adele
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Dalmeny Campground, Dalmeny NSW
The Dalmeny Campground is perfectly located overlooking spectacular Dalmeny Beach.
This is a very popular camping spot for Caravans, Motorhomes, Campervans and Tents.
With it’s spectacular ocean views, fantastic surfing opportunities and excellent fishing along the beach it’s a perfect place to relax and unwind.
If you’re looking for the ideal Narooma camping location, the Dalmeny Campground is your escape from chaos.
About Dalmeny
Dalmeny is just 5 mins drive from the beautiful nearby town of Narooma on the south NSW coast and is 340 kms south of Sydney.
It is known for it’s many stunning beaches which provide excellent swimming, fishing and surfing opportunities.
With a population of around 2000 people Dalmeny is a peaceful laid back community which thrives during the summer tourism season when travellers and holiday makers visit Dalmeny, Narooma and nearby winery regions such as Tilba Tilba.
Brou Beach, which is commonly called Dalmeny Beach, is located in the Eurobodalla National Park where there are lots of fantastic walks and you can visit Brou Lake which is the perfect spot to swim, kayak and throw in a line.
This is one of our favourite regions within the NSW south coast.
Dalmeny Campground Location
The Dalmeny Camping area is some amazing real estate given the panoramic outlook from the position of each Caravan and Motorhome.
The campground is located on a hilltop of sloping grounds so most sites are not level but they do provide spectacular views.
Remember to bring your levelling chocks and enjoy some of the most exquisite views you’ll ever have whilst camping here at Dalmeny Campground.
Don’t forget your camera and binoculars to witness the amazing Humpback Whale season as they make their way north and back again, playing and breaching along the Eastern coastline.
Dalmeny Campground Amenities
There is a large amenities block located here which includes toilets, hot showers and a laundry which are all modern and clean.
A dump point is also available onsite just near the amenities block. Bins are also located at the campground.
A children’s playground is located in the park next to the Campground.
An IGA for all your groceries and a fuel station are located directly across the road.
There’s also a great Fish and Chips shop which is popular with other campers.
Fire pits are available for hire along with firewood, just see the caretakers who will look after you.
The beach is excellent for swimming although not all beaches have lifesavers and can be subject to rips and dangerous surf conditions.
Surfing the beaches surrounding Dalmeny is very popular with plenty of great wave action.
There’s lots of good fishing along the beach in the gutters and we saw a few fish being caught during our stay.
You may even spot the resident Emu’s that often wander along the beach.
We had good Telstra coverage and I also had 1 bar of Vodafone network during our stay at Dalmeny Campground.
Are pets allowed at Dalmeny Campground?
The Dalmeny Campground is pet friendly and therefore dogs are allowed.
Read more: Travelling Australia with our dog MACKS
Cost to stay at Dalmeny Campground
Cost to stay is $33 per night for 2 adults for powered site. Children 5-16yo are $6 each per night.
* Updated 27/12/2022 Prices vary throughout the year depending on season. Off peak is $31, Shoulder season is $37 and Peak season is $56 a night for a powered site.
Unpowered sites are available and are $26 a night for off peak, $34 a night during the Shoulder season and $45 a night in peak times.
Check the Dalmeny Campground website for more details.
Also look for Stay 7 nights and pay for only 6 deal or any other offers they may have throughout the year.
Our stay was 22nd February and 28th February to 6th March 2019.
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Contact Details for Dalmeny Campground and Caravan Park:
Phone: 0428 635 641
Address: 1 Noble Parade, Dalmeny NSW
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How to get to Dalmeny Campground:
From the Princes Highway turn in to Mort Avenue at Dalmeny to Dalmeny Beach until you come to the Dalmeny Campground on your left.
The entrance is on the ocean side, it is a one way road in and out of the campground.
5 Essentials – Outside RV Accessories
- To plug your RV with standard 15amp in to standard residential 10amp power source you will need a converter. We love our waterproof Ampfibian and after over 4 years it’s still perfect.
- Most people carry a Generator for back up power. 4wd Supacentre has a good low cost and popular generator while the Yamaha 2000w is a robust yet quiet excellent performer.
- A 20m 15amp Power Lead will ensure you reach your power source in Caravan Parks and Campgrounds.
- You will want a good blue Drinking Water Hose. Your typical green garden hose is not suitable for drinking from.
- A 4 way tap handle will help you find water whenever you need it
Things to see and do in and around Dalmeny Campground
1. Dalmeny and Narooma Beaches
Dalmeny and Narooma are a stunning beachside location and there is so much to see and do.
You will also be able to see the resident Dalmeny Emus regularly wandering along the beach!
Josh’s Beach is nearby and is another popular place for swimming and fishing.
Yabbara Beach is a bigger beach and more preferred for beach walks and is similar to Duesburys Beach next to it.
Kianga Beach is popular for surfing and fishing and there are BBQ’s and picnic area overlooking the beach making it a favourite Sunday lunch position for locals and visitors.
2. Kianga Point
Take a drive out to Kianga Point off Dalmeny Road and enjoy a picnic lunch with spectacular views.
The circular drive around Kianga Point provides stunning sweeping views along the beaches and across to the islands offshore.
3. Australia Rock
See Australia Rock, a rock formation in the shape of the map of Australia. It is located at Wagonga Head and you can drive there along Bar Rock Rd.
Be sure to check out Australia Rock, it’s one of the most popular attractions close to Dalmeny Campground.
4. See the Seals
While at Australia Rock, take the walk along the Bar rock wall and see the Seals as they laze about and swim in the waters of the entrance to Wagonga Inlet.
Here you can witness the Australian and NZ fur seals in their own habitat, sunbaking and playing in the waters and catching some lunch throughout the day.
5. Feeding Stingrays
Watch the stingrays being fed at the Apex Park Boat Ramp.
When the charter boats come in from their day out fishing the Stingrays school around the boat ramp in hope of a free feed.
Sometimes if you are lucky the fishermen help you to feed the Stingrays.
We were fortunate and one of the guys brought over a fish frame and showed Adele how to attract a Big Stingray to take the fish from her hand.
He also helped key the pelicans at bay who were also keen on an easy feed.
6. Montague Island Tour
We highly recommend the Tour to Montague Island called Montague Island Tours with Wazza.
The tour leaves from Narooma and takes you for some amazing snorkelling with the Seals before a tour around the lighthouse and keepers cottage.
It was a great day out, swimming with seals and enjoying tour of Montague island.
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We are Adele & Kevin, an Aussie couple from Brisbane in Queensland Australia who have embraced our adventurous spirit and ventured out to explore the world around us. We had spent so much time overseas we decided it was time to see our own truly amazing country and we needed to take some time to see everything it has to offer.
Our Aim is to inspire others to travel and help design the greatest adventure they can experience.
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Photography and Socials
Our camera equipment we use for all of our photos and videos are:
Samsung Note 10 Plus Phone – http://ebay.us/9vMXEH – Most of our photos are simply from our phones. The Samsung phone cameras are pretty insane. Our phones have 512gb storage in ours but the 256gb in this one is heaps.
Samsung s21 Phone – https://ebay.us/QAdwva – this looks an insane camera within a phone. We have friends and our son who own one and it seems quite extraordinary with their camera quality. If you’re after a new phone this is what I’d be looking at.
Canon 800d – https://ebay.us/Q0UV1z – the latest DSLR Canon 24mp camera, buy here to save.
Nikon Coolpix p1000 – https://ebay.to/37cORUV – We have the Nikon P900 and this is the new model. The zoom lens is unbelievable and so awesome when travelling and you want to capture photos from a distance.
Lenses
Canon 50mm lens – https://ebay.to/3nx5pyG This is the lens I use the least, ideal for still, close up shots.
Canon 24-105mm lens – https://ebay.us/br9MeO – This is my all round, everyday use, zoom lens. Amazing quality, great price.
Canon 70-300mm lens – https://ebay.to/33xYeht – I use this one a lot for long range shots.
Sigma 10-20mm lens – http://ebay.us/zWvfuI – My wide angle lens for all my inside photos & video plus lots more, love this lens.
Our Go Pro 9 Hero Black – https://ebay.us/6CQOVC – is an awesome piece of equipment. I use this for all underwater, action video and some general use. Buy here brand new and great value.
Mavic Pro Platinum Drone – https://ebay.to/2ARPxTo This is an absolute ripper of a drone. The Fly More Combo will provide you with everything you will need. I use this for all my aerial footage and this price is well below other retail stores.
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Is Bundaberg worth visiting?
There are so many great things to see and do in and around Bundaberg but, is Bundaberg worth visiting?
Bundaberg doesn’t just evolve around Bundaberg Rum and Bundaberg Ginger Beer, it is also the landmark of the southern most part of the Great Barrier Reef and is notable for its sugar industry.
It is also famous for its close locality to Mon Repos.
Mon Repos has the largest concentration of marine nesting turtles on the eastern mainland of Australia,
Plus, it’s fast becoming the ‘Drinks Capital of Australia’ with the introduction of a microbrewery, cider house and gin distillery in recent years.
About Bundaberg
Bundaberg is a fast growing city in Queensland located just 365 kms north of the capital city of Brisbane.
From Brisbane to Bundaberg it is approximately a 4 hour drive.
The region is diverse in Sugar Cane with cane farms a very popular local industry.
The population of Bundaberg is 98,820 residents which continues to grow each year.
This thriving city is a near coastal town, just a short 15 minute drive to the local beaches.
The weather in Bundaberg is typically hot and humid during summer and temperate in winter.
Bundaberg is worth visiting for its Drink Places
Bundaberg Rum Factory
The Bundaberg Rum Factory is one of the main reasons why Bundaberg is definitely worth visiting for a lot of people.
If you are a keen Bundaberg Rum Drinker, or even if you are not a non-rum drinker, you will enjoy doing a tour of the Bundaberg Rum Factory.
Tours of Australia’s most famous rum distillery, which was established in 1888, run Monday to Friday from 10am – 3pm and from 10am – 2pm on Weekends and Public Holidays.
The tour goes for approx 1 hour.
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Bundaberg Rum Distillery Museum
It is recommended you arrive 30-45 minutes prior to the commencement of your tour. This enables you have time to check out the museum beforehand.
Both the museum and the tour are really interesting.
Kev thought he would score Adele’s 2 free tastings at the end of each of our tours and both times he dipped out!
Adele is definitely not a rum drinker but she discovered she likes the Bundy Tropics especially the Mango & Passionfruit which she sampled on our first visit in 2016 and now the Banana & Toffee Royal Liqueur on our most recent visit.
You can always just drop into the Retail Store and purchase a drink from the bar and make any purchases from the extensive range of Bundaberg Rum, Liqueurs and merchandise.
Bundaberg Barrel
Take a tour of The Bundaberg Barrel. It is one of Bundaberg’s drink places not to be missed.
It’s perfect for all ages and is interesting and educational. It is a self-guided hands-on tour with lots of interactive displays.
Learn all about the history of the classic Bundaberg Brewed Drinks which date back for generations to 1960.
At the end of the tour, you are offered tastings of their entire range. 19 delicious flavoured soft drinks, including the famous Bundaberg Ginger Beer!
They have a huge selection of the Bundaberg Brewed Drinks and selected merchandise available for purchase and you also have the option to create customised labels.
Ohana Cider House & Tropical Winery
We love popping into Ohana Cider House & Tropical Winery!
Josh & Zoe, the founders and owners of Ohana Cider House & Winery are very welcoming and we always enjoy a chat over the bar.
Be sure to get a tasting paddle along with one of their cheese and bikkies platters.
We can highly recommend their tropical wine, fortified wines and ciders.
Adele loves the Mango Moscato and Kev liked the fortified wines so much, he bought two of each to take with us after polishing off a tasting paddle all on his own!
The Ohana Cheeky Tiki Ciders are widely available at different outlets throughout Queensland and at every Queensland Dan Murphy’s store.
Plus, they will soon be launching into New South Wales.
Kalki Moon Distilling & Brewing
Founded in 2017, the Kalki Moon is one of the most recent additions to Bundaberg which is fast becoming the ‘Drinks Capital of Australia’.
This family owned and operated distillery is the first ever gin distillery in Bundaberg.
Not only do they offer gin which comes from the cane fields of Bundaberg, they also produce vodka, liqueurs and soon they will be launching their own rum creation.
Kalki Moon’s Gift Shop and Cellar Door are open 7 days a week.
Check with their experienced staff regarding distillery tours and tastings.
Bargara Brewing Company & The Brewhouse
Although the Bargara Brewing Company was founded in Bargara it is actually located at The Brewhouse in central Bundaberg.
The Brewhouse is where all of the brewing of the Bargara Brewing Company’s beer takes place.
Inside this micro-brewery is a busy restaurant, bottle shop and a retail outlet.
There’s 8 different taps of freshly brewed beers. They also have an on-line shop.
Update 2021: The Ballistic Beer Co has purchased Bargara Brewing therefore the Bargara brewery in Bundaberg is now one of the 5 Ballistic Beer Co breweries.
The range of beers is even bigger than before.
Bundaberg is definitely worth visiting for its awesome Attractions
Mon Repos Turtle Centre
The Mon Repos Turtle Centre is definitely worth visiting.
As well as being one of Bundaberg’s most awesome attractions, it is the best place to learn about turtles.
The Turtle Centre is open from 9am – 12pm – 7 days per week with the exception of Christmas Day (25 December) and Anzac Day (25 April).
During turtle season, it is also open 7 days per week from 7pm until 12am.
Turtle Season
Turtle season at Mon Repos is from November through to March. The best viewing times for the nesting turtles are from November through to January.
For the turtle hatchlings the months from January to March are best.
You can experience either the turtles laying or witness the hatchlings digging their way free and scampering down the beach to the water.
Entry is free into the Hatchling Hall and Gift Shop.
Tickets must be purchased online for any one of the three daytime sessions of Turtle Tales.
Sessions are at 9am, 10am and 11am and go for 45 minutes.
Nightly Turtle Encounter ticketholders are entitled to free access into Hatchling Hall, Gift Shop and Turtles Tales on the night while they are waiting for the turtle event.
The Turtle Discovery Centre is very interesting and educational.
Learn all about the different types of turtles, their migration paths, what they eat and so much more.
Turtle Facts
Here are just a few ‘turtley awesome’ facts:
- Turtles come ashore several times to lay hundreds of eggs in a nesting season.
- They come back to the same location to lay their eggs but not necessarily each year.
- After epic migrations at sea, turtles return to the exact spot where they were born to mate and lay their own eggs.
- Only around 1 in every 1,000 hatchlings survives to adulthood
- The sex of the turtle is determined by the temperature of the nest
Turtle Encounter Tours
A Turtle Encounter Tour is one of the reasons why it is definitely worth visiting Bundaberg.
It’s one of the most awesome attractions that the Bundaberg region has to offer.
It is absolutely an amazing once-in-a-lifetime experience and one we can personally highly recommend!
The most fabulous experience for us was witnessing the baby hatchlings up close.
We were also very fortunate to be all chosen to be part of a human runway as the hatchlings scampered over the sand following the light between our our legs and at times over our feet to reach the water.
Although, we are yet to see a turtle laying her eggs, we have seen turtle tracks on the beach at Mon Repos made the previous night by laying turtles.
Note – Bookings for the Turtle Encounter Tours are essential! Tours are hugely popular and often very booked out.
So be sure to book well in advance to avoid disappointment.
Bookings can be made through the Bundaberg Visitor Information Centre
Tinaberries
Tinaberries is a strawberry farm located in Woongarra and is just under 15kms from the heart of Bundaberg.
They warmly welcome guests to their farm to enjoy icecream and strawberries.
OMG, the ice cream at Tinaberries is devine! It was only on our 4th visit to Bundaberg that we discovered Tinaberrries.
We are so pleased we have found this delicious ice cream!
It has just skyrocketed to the top of the charts as one of our favourite ice creams that we have had in nearly 5 years travelling around Australia.
Flavours vary on the day depending on the fruits in season.
Strawberry and Passion Fruit were the flavours of the day of our visit. We bought one of each so we could sample both.
Others flavours include – Dragon Fruit and Lime, Mango and Passion Fruit, Strawberry and Mint, Passion Fruit and Ginger and Blueberries just to name a few.
Lady Musgrave Island
Although we did our day trip to Lady Musgrave Island from 1770, you can also make your way out to the Southern Great Barrier Reef from Bundaberg.
Lady Musgrave Island is the second most southern island in the Great Barrier Reef and is great spot for snorkelling around acres of coral.
Have a walk onto the island and learn it’s history or go for a look on their glass bottom boat over the coral and see the underwater sights from the boat.
Hinkler Hall of Aviation Museum
The Hinkler Hall of Aviation is definitely worth visiting even if you are not an aviation enthusiast. It is a must visit for all ages.
Located in the Bundaberg Botanical Gardens, this amazing museum celebrates Australias’s pioneer Aviator Bert Hinkler.
Everyone will enjoy the interactive displays and unique exhibits while learning the history of flight in Australia and the incredible life of Bert Hinkler.
The flight simulator is great fun and you can recreate Bert’s first flight hovering over Mon Repos.
The Hinkler Hall of Aviation is open 7 days Monday to Sunday from 9am – 3pm.
Don’t miss seeing the Bert Hinkler House, a recreated from his home in England by the Museum here in Bundaberg.
Bundaberg Botanical Gardens
The Bundaberg Botanical Gardens in North Bundaberg has over 10,000 trees and shrubs within its 27 hectares as well as a wedding chapel.
There are magnificent lakes that attract up to 114 different species of birds, shaded picnic areas and a nature themed playground.
The best way to explore these fabulous botanical gardens is to take a ride on the steam train.
Australian Sugar Cane Railway conducts train rides every Sunday.
They also operate Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Fridays during school holidays and on most public holidays.
Contact the Australian Sugar Cane Railway for ticket prices and further information.
Bundaberg Botanical Gardens is also home to the Hinkler Hall of Aviation, The Fairymead House Sugar Museum, Cafe 1928, the Australian Sugar Cane Railway Museum and the Bundaberg and District Historical Museum.
Fairymead House Sugar Museum
The Fairymead House, built in 1890, was originally the Manager’s residence at the nearby Fairymead Sugar Plantation.
In 1988, Bundaberg Sugar Ltd who were the owners of the Fairymead Sugar Plantation, gave it to the city of Bundaberg as a Bi-Centenial gift.
It was carefully transported in six pieces and relocated to its new site in the Bundaberg Botanical Gardens.
This grand old plantation house which is heritage-listed, has been restored and repurposed as a museum dedicated to the history of the sugar industry of Bundaberg and its pioneering families.
Opening hours are from 10.30am to 12pm Mondays to Fridays.
The Hummock Lookout
The remnants of a low-lying volanco is what is commonly known by Bundaberg locals as ‘The Hummock”.
Although it is only 96 metres above sea-level, the Hummock is a great spot to take in the views over the whole of Bundaberg.
To the east, the ocean is visible. Sugar cane fields can be viewed to the west.
5 Essentials – Outside RV Accessories
- To plug your RV with standard 15amp in to standard residential 10amp power source you will need a converter. We love our waterproof Ampfibian and after over 4 years it’s still perfect.
- Most people carry a Generator for back up power. 4wd Supacentre has a good low cost and popular generator while the Yamaha 2000w is a robust yet quiet excellent performer.
- A 20m 15amp Power Lead will ensure you reach your power source in Caravan Parks and Campgrounds.
- You will want a good blue Drinking Water Hose. Your typical green garden hose is not suitable for drinking from.
- A 4 way tap handle will help you find water whenever you need it
Nearby Beaches are another reason Why Bundaberg is definitely worth visiting
It is definitely worth visiting Bundaberg for the number of great beaches nearby.
Being in close proximity from the city centre to the beach is awesome as you only have to drive 15 minutes from Bundaberg and you are at the beach!
Bargara Beach
The Bargara Beach is the closest of the beaches to Bundaberg. Bargara offers an ideal beachside lifestyle with oceanfront dining.
The kids will love playing on the beachfront playground which is in the shape of a turtle.
Can you swim at Bargara Beach?
During normal conditions, both Bargara Beach and Kellys Beach are considered to be relatively safe for swimming but it is safest and best to swim within the flags in the two patrolled areas.
Bargara & Kellys Beach are popular spots for local surfers as well.
How far is it from Bundaberg to Bargara?
By road it is just over 13kms from Bundaberg to Bargara.
Elliott Heads
Elliott Heads is one of the best beaches near Bundaberg.
It’s actually our favourite beach in Bundaberg.
It offers both a surf beach and calmer waters at the mouth of the Elliott River where the river meets the sea.
With Elliott Heads right on the door step of Bundaberg, it is a great place to visit for the day for a swim or a picnic or to stay for a number of days while you explore all the best things to do in and around Bundaberg.
Can you swim at Elliott Heads?
Both the beach and the river are great for swimming.
The surf beach at Elliott Heads is patrolled from September to May but is considered relatively safe other times of the year.
You just need to be cautious of the current in the river.
It is also a very popular spot for kite surfers and jet skiers.
How far is Elliott Heads from Bundaberg?
As it’s only 20mins out of Bundaberg, Elliott Heads has the best of both worlds.
Not only is it a great spot to stay right on the beach, you are so close to town as well.
Dr Mays Island
Just across the mouth of Elliott Head River is Dr Mays Island. From 1 September to 30 April each year, it is closed to the public.
Very rare birds visit this area for breeding and other birds rest and feed there after flying thousands of kilometres from places as far away as Siberia and the Arctic Circle.
Burnett Heads
Burnett Heads is where river meets the sea and it is home to the Port of Bundaberg.
It is also easily identified by two historic lighthouses.
The original lighthouse was built back in 1873 and now stands next to the Burnett Head Lighthouse Holiday Park.
In 1971, the old wooden lighthouse was replaced with the new octagonal concrete structure.
Burnett Heads is also very close to the Mon Repos Conservation Park.
Can you swim at Burnett Heads?
Oaks Beach, a 200metre long beach and South Head just 100metres of sand and rocks are the two beach areas just south of Burnett Heads with only 500metres between the two.
These two beaches are not patrolled by Life Savers.
Conditions in these areas are often choppy and prone to rips especially when the surf is up.
Therefore people are advised to swim at patrolled beaches.
How far is Burnett Heads from Bundaberg?
The distance by road from Burnett Heads to Bundaberg is 16.2kms.
Woodgate Beach
Woodgate Beach is a long white sandy beach approximately 45 mins out from Bundy.
The southern 6 to 7 kilometres of the beach which is part of the Burrum Coast National Park provides 4WD access for beach driving.
Locals warn the sand is muddy and much softer near the Isis river mouth and is a common area for vehicles to become bogged.
Do you need a permit to drive on Woodgate Beach?
You do not require a permit to drive on Woodgate Beach.
There are two access points onto Woodgate Beach.
One south of the Woodgate township and the northern entry off Walkers Point Road takes you down a broken, wooden board track where you need to take care if towing a trailer.
How far is Woodgate Beach from Bundaberg?
Woodgate Beach is just over 57kms from Bundaberg.
We drove out from Bundaberg and enjoyed lunch overlooking the beach and the boat ramp and continued south through Childers stopping at Mammino Gourmet Ice cream, for one of our favourite ice creams in all of OZ.
Bundaberg is definitely worth visiting for RV Travellers
RV Travellers will definitely find Bundaberg worth visiting as it offers a Free Camping area.
Bundaberg has also repurposed the old Showgrounds into a low cost RV Park managed by CMCA.
Hinkler Lions Park
The Hinkler Lions Park in Bundaberg, aptly named after the aviation icon Bert Hinkler, is a great place to stay for free as it is only a few minutes from the main city centre.
There’s plenty of space and easy parking for self-contained vehicles.
For caravans the suggestion is to go anti clockwise to make it easier to reverse park. It even took us a few turns in our Motorhome.
There are toilets, a drinking water tap, a dump point, bins and even a kids playground.
We did find it a little bit noisy with the airport across the road and with it being on one of the main roads into Bundaberg.
How long can you stay at the Hinkler Lions Park in Bundaberg?
It is a 24 hour stay at the Hinkler Lions Park.
Are Pets allowed at the Hinkler Lions Park?
Hinkler Lions Park is pet friendly.
Read all about our stay at: Hinkler Lions Park
Bundaberg CMCA RV Park
The Bundaberg CMCA RV Park is a great spot to stay.
Its central location is why it is definitely worth staying here enabling easy access for exploring Bundaberg.
For CMCA Members it’s just $3 per person per night and $15 per vehicle per night for non-members.
It is located at the old Showgrounds behind the Bundaberg Multiplex Sports & Convention Centre.
How long can you stay at the Bundaberg CMCA RV Park?
Maximum Stay is 5 nights in any 21day period.
All vehicles must be self-contained as there are no toilets and no showers. You must also contain your grey water.
Sites are all unpowered but drinking water and a dump point is available.
Are Pets Allowed at the Bundaberg CMCA RV Park?
Yes, it is pet friendly.
There’s heaps of space and it is quiet.
Best of all, it is very central and is handy to most places in Bundaberg.
Read about our stay at the: Bundaberg CMCA RV Park
Why Bundaberg is definitely worth visiting for the beachside Caravan Parks
BIG4 Breeze Holiday Parks – Bargara
On our first visit to Bundaberg we stayed at the Bargara Beach Caravan Park now known as the BIG4 Breeze Holiday Parks – Bargara.
Bargara Beach is just a 15minute drive into town which is why its definitely worth visiting Bundaberg.
We enjoyed the best of both worlds being close to town and we were also able to enjoy camping by the beach.
It was an easy drive into Bundaberg to hit up all of the popular tourist attractions including the famous Bundaberg Rum Factory and The Barrel.
This Bargara Caravan Park is ideally located right across from the beach and the Bundaberg Surf Life Savers Club making it perfect for a swim after a hot day exploring Bundaberg.
The Park is suitable for all sized caravans and RVs, allows tent camping and 1 and 2 bedroom cabins are also available.
Powered and non-powered sites are available. You can choose from grassed or concrete slab sites as well as sun or shaded sites.
Are Pets Allowed at the BIG4 Breeze Holiday Parks -Bargara Caravan Park?
Yes, the BIG4 Breeze Holiday Parks – Bargara Caravan Park is dog friendly however it is seasonal so best to check regarding dog access prior to arrival.
Read more on this: Bargara Caravan Park
Elliott Heads Holiday Park
The Elliott Heads Holiday Park was the perfect location to stay when we were visiting Bundaberg the second time around.
Located right on the doorstep of Bundaberg’s most beautiful local beach and just 20 minutes from town, makes it an ideal base to explore Bundaberg as well as a great spot to just relax and unwind by the beach.
The Amenities are in great condition and the park has all the expected features -Water, Power and a Dump Point.
The sites are all powered and are a good size with a choice of slab or grassed sites.
Just across the road from the Elliott Heads Holiday Park is a great café and a sheltered picnic area.
Are Pets Allowed at the Elliott Heads Tourist Park?
The Elliott Heads Tourist Park do not allow dogs.
It was not possible for us to stay at the Elliott Heads Tourist Park on our first visit to Bundaberg as we were travelling with our dog MACKS.
Read about our stay at: Elliott Heads Holiday Park
Burnett Heads Lighthouse Holiday Park
On another of our visits to Bundaberg, we stayed at the Burnett Heads Lighthouse Holiday Park in Bundaberg.
The park is very handy to Mon Repos to see the turtle hatching and is only 15 minutes from the centre of town.
Sites are a good size, it’s close to the ocean and like all of the other Caravan Parks around Bundaberg, there is no pool.
Although the amenities and facilities at the Burnett Heads Lighthouse Holiday Park at the time of our stay were tired, they are clean.
The camp kitchen is good with BBQ’s, Microwave, frying pan and other features ideal for cooking.
A tennis court is available onsite also.
Are Pets Allowed at the Burnett Heads Holiday Park?
Yes, dogs are allowed as it is pet friendly.
Read about our stay at: Burnett Heads Lighthouse Holiday Park
Pin – Why Bundaberg is definitely worth visiting
Have you been to Bundaberg? We have found first hand why Bundaberg is definitely worth visiting as each time we visit we find new and exciting things to see and do.
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Safe travels
Kev & Adele
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We are Adele & Kevin, an Aussie couple from Brisbane in Queensland Australia who have embraced our adventurous spirit and ventured out to explore the world around us. We had spent so much time overseas we decided it was time to see our own truly amazing country and we needed to take some time to see everything it has to offer.
Our Aim is to inspire others to travel and help design the greatest adventure they can experience.
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Photography and Socials
Our camera equipment we use for all our photos and videos are:
Samsung Note 10 Plus Phone – http://ebay.us/9vMXEH – Most of our photos are simply from our phones. The Samsung phone cameras are pretty insane. Our phones have 512gb storage in ours but the 256gb in this one is heaps. We have sourced this one which is approx $500 less than we paid for ours.
Samsung s21 Phone – https://ebay.us/QAdwva – this looks an insane camera within a phone. We have friends and our son who own one and it seems quite extraordinary with their camera quality. If you’re after a new phone this is what I’d be looking at.
Canon 800d – https://ebay.us/Q0UV1z – the latest DSLR Canon 24mp camera, buy here to save.
Nikon Coolpix p1000 – https://ebay.to/37cORUV – We have the Nikon P900 and this is the new model. The zoom lens is unbelievable and so awesome when travelling and you want to capture photos from a distance.
Lenses
Canon 50mm lens – https://ebay.to/2yQwPed This is the lens I use the least, ideal for still, close up shots.
Canon 24-105mm lens – https://ebay.us/br9MeO This is my all round, everyday use, zoom lens. Amazing quality, great price.
Canon 70-300mm lens – https://ebay.to/2XlOZ0I – I use this one a lot for long range shots.
Sigma 10-20mm lens – http://ebay.us/zWvfuI – My wide angle lens for all my inside photos & video plus lots more, love this lens.
Our Go Pro 9 Hero Black – https://ebay.to/38wMc7V – is an awesome piece of equipment. I use this for all underwater, action video and some general use. Buy here brand new and great value.
Mavic Pro Platinum Drone – https://ebay.to/2ARPxTo This is an absolute ripper of a drone. The Fly More Combo will provide you with everything you will need. I use this for all my aerial footage and this price is well below other retail stores.
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Kalbarri Caravan Parks, WA
When looking for a Caravan Park in Kalbarri WA, there are four Caravan Parks as well as a Farm Stay and a Station Stay to choose from in and around Kalbarri.
Kalbarri Caravan Parks offer views of the Murchison River and Indian Ocean and are all in close proximity to the stunning Kalbarri National Park.
These four Caravan Parks are located within the Kalbarri township or within a short distance of town.
Kalbarri is a popular spot for holiday makers, caravanners, campers and motorhomers all year round.
About Kalbarri
Kalbarri is nestled alongside the beautiful Murchison River and the stunning Kalbarri National Park is right on its doorstep.
This coastal town offers safe swimming beaches, great surfing, reefs and red rugged cliffs meeting up with the Indian Ocean.
The most iconic attraction in Kalbarri National Park is Nature’s Window and now with the amazing addition of the Kalbarri Skywalk which makes visiting Kalbarri a great adventure.
Kalbarri has a population of 1,336 but swells in numbers during peak tourist season from June to August.
Warm off-shore currents also make Kalbarri excellent for fishing all year round.
Kalbarri Caravan Park Accommodation Options
The Caravan Parks in Kalbarri offer an extensive range of accommodation options.
You can opt for Powered & Unpowered Caravan & Camping sites, Ensuite Sites, Cabins, Villas, Self-contained Units, Motel Units or 2 and 3 Bedroom Holiday Houses.
Four Kalbarri Caravan Parks to choose from
1. Kalbarri Anchorage Holiday Village
The Kalbarri Anchorage Holiday Village is nestled on the banks of Murchison River in the centre of town.
Facilities:
Facilities include a Camp Kitchen and a BBQ Area.
Throughout the park there are 3 Amenities Blocks with toilets and showers and a Laundry facilities attached to each amenities block.
Cost to stay:
Riverfront Powered Site – $47 for 2 Adults per night/$43 for a Single per night
Standard Powered Site – $42 for 2 Adults per night/$38 for a Single per night
Unpowered Site – $38 for 2 Adults per night/$30 for a Single per night
Cabins – $80 for 1 – 2 People per night Off-Peak/$90 for 1 – 2 People per night Peak
Park Home – $90 per night Off-Peak/$100 per night Peak
Pool:
Yes
Kids playground:
No
Pet Friendly:
Yes – pets are welcome outside school holidays. Pets are not permitted in Cabins or in the Park Home.
Dump Point:
Yes
WiFi Available:
Yes
Telstra Coverage:
Yes, coverage with all networks
Contact Details – Kalbarri Anchorage Holiday Village:
Phone: 08 9937 1181
Address: 168 Grey Street, Kalbarri, Western Australia
Website
2. Kalbarri Red Bluff Tourist Park
The Kalbarri Red Bluff Tourist Park is the newest of the Kalbarri Caravan Parks.
This Kalbarri Caravan Park opened in September 2019 and is modern, clean and still feels new.
Facilities:
Facilities include a Camp Kitchen and a Barbecue Area.
Drinking Water and Laundry facilities are available along with a Water Filling Station enabling you to fill your caravan or motorhome.
Cost to stay:
Ensuite Powered Site – From $50 per night
Holiday Units – From $160 per night
Beach House – From $250 per night
Pool:
Yes
Kids playground:
Yes
Pet Friendly:
Yes – pets are welcome.
Please mention you are travelling with your pet at the time of your booking. See their Pet Terms & Conditions here.
Dump Point:
Yes
WiFi Available:
Yes – Free Wifi Hot Spot is available
Telstra Coverage:
Yes, coverage with Telstra and other networks
Contact Details – Kalbarri Red Bluff Tourist Park:
Phone: 08 9918 7100
Address: Red Bluff Beach Road, Kalbarri, Western Australia
Website
3. Murchison Caravan Park
The Murchison Caravan Park is located on the waterfront right in the heart of Kalbarri.
You will enjoy sweeping views of the Murchison River and beyond to the Indian Ocean.
Facilities:
Facilities include a Camp Kitchen and free gas BBQs.
There’s an ensuite style amenities building with disabled access and a fish cleaning area is also available.
Cost to stay:
Powered Site – $44 for 2 Adults; $9 for Children 4 years & above; $13 for an additional Adult per night. Weekly rates apply outside school holidays
Unpowered Site – $40 for 2 Adults; $9 for Children 4 years & above; $13 for an additional Adult per night. Weekly rates apply outside school holidays
Deluxe Ensuite Cabins – $180 for 2 People per night during School holidays/Public Holidays and $150 all other times; $10 for Children 4-15 years and $15 for an additional Adult per night.
Standard Ensuite Cabins – $130 for 2 People per night during School holidays/Public Holidays and $120 all other times; $10 for Children 4-15 years and $15 for an additional Adult per night.
Pool:
No
Kids playground:
Yes
Pet Friendly:
Yes – pets are welcome outside school holidays. Pets are not permitted in Cabins
Dump Point:
Yes
WiFi Available:
Yes
Telstra Coverage:
Yes, coverage with all networks
Contact Details – Murchison Caravan Park:
Phone: 08 9937 1005
Address: Grey Street, Kalbarri, Western Australia
Website
4. Kalbarri Tudor Holiday Park
With just a short 3 minute walk to the centre of town, the Kalbarri Tudor Holiday Park is ideally located.
Facilities:
Facilities include a Camp Kitchen and a BBQ Shelter with free barbecues.
Throughout the park there are 2 amenities blocks with toilets and showers, a Laundry and clothes line.
Cost to stay:
Ensuite Site – $53 for 1-2 Adults Off-Peak/$65 Peak per night/$218 pw Off-Peak
Powered Site – $43 for 1-2 Adults Off-Peak/$56 Peak per night/$258 pw Off-Peak
Unpowered Site – $39 for 1-2 Adults Off-Peak/$41 Peak per night/$231 pw Off-Peak
2 Bed Deluxe Villa – $170 for 1-2 Adults Off-Peak/$231 Peak per night/$840 pw Off-Peak.
Pool Villa – $170 for 1-2 Adults Off-Peak/$252 Peak per night/$840 pw Off-Peak.
Ensuite Park Cabin – $120 for 1-2 Adults Off-Peak/$137 Peak per night/$600 pw Off-Peak.
One Bed Unit – $145 for 1-2 Adults Off-Peak/$189 Peak per night/$750 pw Off-Peak.
Two Bed Unit – $170 for 1-2 Adults Off-Peak/$231 Peak per night/$840 pw Off-Peak.
Motel Unit – $135 for 1-2 Adults Off-Peak/$158 Peak per night/$690 pw Off-Peak
One Bed Accessible Unit – $145 for 1-2 Adults Off-Peak/$189 Peak per night/$750 pw Off-Peak.
Additional Adult $15 per night
Additional Child 0-15 years $10 per night
Pool:
Yes
Kids Playground:
Yes along with a Jumping Pillow and TV Room
Pet Friendly:
Yes – pets are welcome outside school holidays by arrangement.
Dump Point:
Yes
WiFi Available:
Yes – Free Wifi is available
Telstra Coverage:
Yes, Telstra coverage and other networks
Contact Details – Kalbarri Tudor Holiday Park:
Phone: 08 9937 1077
Address: 10 Porter Street, Kalbarri, Western Australia
Website
Are the Kalbarri Caravan Parks Pet Friendly?
Kalbarri Anchorage Caravan Park, Murchison River Caravan Park and Kalbarri Tudor Holiday Park all allow pets on a seasonal basis.
Pets are allowed at Kalbarri Red Bluff Tourist Park. Dogs are also welcome at both Murchison House Station and Big River Ranch Kalbarri.
As we arrived in Kalbarri during September School holidays, our choice of a Kalbarri Caravan Parks was limited as we were travelling with our Golden Retriever MACKS.
At the time there were only 3 caravan parks as Kalbarri Red Bluff Tourist Park did not exist.
This meant we were unable to book into any of the Kalbarri Caravan Parks as they don’t allow pets during school holidays.
Read more: Travelling Australia with our dog MACKS
5 Essentials – Outside RV Accessories
- To plug your RV with standard 15amp in to standard residential 10amp power source you will need a converter. We love our waterproof Ampfibian and after over 4 years it’s still perfect.
- Most people carry a Generator for back up power. 4wd Supacentre has a good low cost and popular generator while the Yamaha 2000w is a robust yet quiet excellent performer.
- A 20m 15amp Power Lead will ensure you reach your power source in Caravan Parks and Campgrounds.
- You will want a good blue Drinking Water Hose. Your typical green garden hose is not suitable for drinking from.
- A 4 way tap handle will help you find water whenever you need it
Kalbarri Camping
There are also two camping options in and around Kalbarri, one a station stay and the other offering farm stay accommodation:
- Murchison House Station
- Big River Ranch Kalbarri
At the Murchison House Station, you can opt to camp alongside the Murchison River near the Homestead or choose bush camping anywhere on the property that you can access with your 4WD.
The Big River Ranch Kalbarri offers farm stay accommodation as well as a campground area overlooking the Murchison River.
Read more: Kalbarri Camping
Things to do in Kalbarri
Nature’s Window
One of the most iconic attractions in Western Australia is Nature’s Window in the Kalbarri National Park.
The mighty Murchison River is perfectly framed in this spectacular natural rock formation and is one of the most photographed attractions in WA.
Kalbarri Skywalk
A marvellous new attraction in the Kalbarri National Park is the Kalbarri Skywalk.
Two amazing cantilevered viewing platforms have been built projecting out from the rim of the Murchison Gorge.
Take a thrilling walk out on these viewing platforms for some absolutely incredible views of the surrounding gorge and the river 100 metres below.
Pelican Feeding
Each morning you can watch the resident pelicans waddle up onto the grassed area and wait for a feed of fish.
Originally Cliff Ross began feeding the pelicans in 1975 and local volunteers have continued on with the tradition of the daily pelican feeding.
Feeding starts at 8.45am on the foreshore directly opposite the Murchison Caravan Park.
A gold coin donation to help cover the cost of the fish is much appreciated.
Red Bluff Lookout
Enjoy the views of the dramatic and rugged coastal cliffs of Kalbarri and the Indian Ocean from Red Bluff Lookout.
Red Bluff Lookout is also the perfect vantage point to spot Humpback Whales on their annual migration.
The trail from Red Bluff Beach to the lookout is a 1km return walk.
Kalbarri Weather
Traditionally the weather in Kalbarri is warm with refreshing ocean breezes in the afternoon.
During Summer the average daytime temperatures is usually around 33 degrees with overnight temperatures averaging around 19 degrees.
December to February is generally the busiest time of the year with people out swimming, canoeing, paddle boarding, snorkelling and surfing.
Autumn months are a great time to visit Kalbarri with average temperatures around 26 degrees.
March to May are ideal for fishing and holidaying.
June to August the Kalbarri heathland explodes into colour with the wildflower season.
You can enjoy clear skies with temperatures down to 10 degrees overnight and usually 22 degrees maximum during the day.
Humpback Whale season is in full swing from September to November. Temperatures are usually around 26 degrees during the day.
Places to eat and drink in Kalbarri
- Gorges Cafe
- Kalbarri Edge Restaurant
- Buddha’s Bites
- Bean Drifting
- Finlay’s Kalbarri
- Red Bluff Bakery & Cafe
- Gilgai Tavern
Pin – Kalbarri Caravan Parks
Which Caravan Parks in Kalbarri have you stayed at?
Tell us about your Kalbarri Caravan Park experience.
Safe travels
Kev & Adele
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We are Adele & Kevin, an Aussie couple from Brisbane in Queensland Australia who have embraced our adventurous spirit and ventured out to explore the world around us. We had spent so much time overseas we decided it was time to see our own truly amazing country and we needed to take some time to see everything it has to offer.
Our Aim is to inspire others to travel and help design the greatest adventure they can experience.
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Samsung Note 10 Plus Phone – http://ebay.us/9vMXEH – Most of our photos are simply from our phones. The Samsung phone cameras are pretty insane. Our phones have 512gb storage in ours but the 256gb in this one is heaps.
Samsung s21 Phone – https://ebay.us/QAdwva – this looks an insane camera within a phone. We have friends and our son who own one and it seems quite extraordinary with their camera quality. If you’re after a new phone this is what I’d be looking at.
Canon 800d – https://ebay.us/Q0UV1z – the latest DSLR Canon 24mp camera, buy here to save.
Nikon Coolpix p1000 – https://ebay.to/37cORUV – We have the Nikon P900 and this is the new model. The zoom lens is unbelievable and so awesome when travelling and you want to capture photos from a distance.
Lenses
Canon 50mm lens – https://ebay.to/3nx5pyG This is the lens I use the least, ideal for still, close up shots.
Canon 24-105mm lens – https://ebay.us/br9MeO – This is my all round, everyday use, zoom lens. Amazing quality, great price.
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Our Go Pro 9 Hero Black – https://ebay.us/6CQOVC – is an awesome piece of equipment. I use this for all underwater, action video and some general use. Buy here brand new and great value.
Mavic Pro Platinum Drone – https://ebay.to/2ARPxTo This is an absolute ripper of a drone. The Fly More Combo will provide you with everything you will need. I use this for all my aerial footage and this price is well below other retail stores.
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