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Date of Stay: October 2021 Rating: 3.5
This is a fairly small park with a few permanents, The new Managers Jenny and Des are doing their best to lift this overall appearance. The amenities are quite old and tired but they are well maintained and clean. There is a pool, BBQ area and mostly grassed sites. At $30 P/N for 2 power and water the rates are reasonable for the area although we did have some issues with power supply Jenny assured me this would be corrected. Overall, this park is OK for a few nights and there are some interesting places to visit in the area.
Date of Stay: October 2021 Rating: 3
This park is getting quite old and tired, it really needs a facelift. The toilets are showing signs of disrepair and lack of maintenance. It is a great location with easy access to the city and a couple of major shopping centres. Rates are quite reasonable at $30 P/N for a powered site or pay for 2 and stay for 3 which works out at $20 P/N. It is a open and roomy park and you get to pick your own site which I think is a bonus, although there are a lot of on site cabins that appear to be semi permanent with seasonal workers. If you dont want the bells and whistles this park suits.
Date of Stay: October 2021 Rating: 4.5
This park is located in town right next door to the free pool and water park. I think they have the cleanest amenities I have ever experienced. They are a credit to the cleaning staff. They are currently in the process of further upgrading the toilets, although I dont think they need it.
Very friendly staff, good staff response to complaints, staff explained park layout and facilities. Very good value for money $35 for 2A PN, powered, shoulder season. Amenities are close to most sites, were clean, condition is very good, water pressure is good, there was adequate hot water, soap provided, dry change area, paper towels/dryer provided, exhaust fans/good ventilation, disabled facilities. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, good night lighting, sites will accommodate large motorhomes and 5th wheelers, annex slabs to some sites, shade to some sites, adequate taps close by, adequate sullage close by. Good laundry, good camp kitchen, disabled facilities, dump point, secure entry, book swap available, no wireless internet available., you can use your mobile wireless carrier used was Optus, reception quality was 4. Quiet, open & roomy park, adequate shade, a few permanent/annual vans. Clean UC gas BBQs are free, congenial bbq area atmosphere, bbq area lighting, seating provided at bbq. No pool. Suitable for a week or more.
Liked:- This is a good location to explore the Airley Beach area without the traffic hassles. Although they do not have their own pool, there is a free community pool and water park next door. I really liked the exceptionally clean amenities.
Parking:- Parking for one van at check in.
Local Information:- They say that the river has the biggest Barra in Oz, but also the most crocs.
Road Conditions:- It's the Bruce Hwy, but they are working on it SLOWLY!!!
Date of Stay: October 2021 Rating: 4.5
This park is in a good location to light and heavy industrial areas of Townsville and close to the city centre. The only downside is the aircraft noise as it is right next to the airport, RAAF Base and Army Aviation Base so you get choppers, commercial aircraft and RAAF aircraft continually coming and going.
Very friendly staff, good staff response to complaints. Good value for money $39 for 2A PN, powered, shoulder season. Paid $35, reduced for G'day Park discount. Amenities are close to most sites, were clean, condition is very good, water pressure is good, there was adequate hot water, dry change area, paper towels/dryer provided, exhaust fans/good ventilation, disabled facilities. Adequate number of tourist sites, some level sites, good night lighting, sites will accommodate large motorhomes and 5th wheelers, shade to most sites, drive-through sites, adequate taps close by, adequate sullage close by. Good laundry, no rec room, good camp kitchen, late checkout allowed, kiosk, disabled facilities, dump point, wireless internet is available is free, you can use your mobile wireless carrier used was Optus, reception quality was 5. Noisy, open & roomy park, adequate shade, a few permanent/annual vans. Clean UC gas BBQs are free, congenial bbq area atmosphere, bbq area lighting, seating provided at bbq. Good playground, in good condition. Clean pool, pool is shaded, tables and chairs provided. Suitable for a week or more, suitable for families, well maintained park, park is considered kid-safe, park is considered suitable for mobility impaired persons.
Liked:- Shady palms and trees, nice pool very friendly staff.
Disliked:- Noise from airport.
Parking:- Only parking for one vehicle at a time when booking in.
Date of Stay: October 2021 Rating: 2
Pretty disappointed in this park, you can see that someone made some effort quite a few years back, but it has since started to deteriorate. The amenities need refurbishment and the water pressure at the sites is poor. It seems to cater for a few permanents. All tourist sites are located right at the front of the park near the highway and railway, if you dont mind the noise ALL night it will be OK. The cost is $30 P/N for 2 with power and water and it will accommodate most larger vans. For my money I will stay in Rocky next time.
Date of Stay: September 2021 Rating: 4.5
This is a very well maintained park, with it's own licensed bar and restaurant. Happy Hours include cocktail specials and on Sundays they have free entertainment.
Very friendly staff, good staff response to complaints, staff explained park layout and facilities. Good value for money $39 for 2A PN, powered, shoulder season. Paid $35, reduced for Top Tourist. Amenities are close to most sites, were clean, condition is good, water pressure is good, there was adequate hot water, soap provided, dry change area, paper towels/dryer provided, exhaust fans/good ventilation, disabled facilities. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly level sites, poor night lighting, sites will accommodate medium to large vans, annex slabs to most sites, shade to some sites, hard to negotiate into site, adequate taps close by, adequate sullage close by. Good laundry, good rec room, good camp kitchen, late checkout allowed, kiosk, disabled facilities, dump point, book swap available, wireless internet is available is free, you can use your mobile wireless carrier used was Optus, reception quality was 4. Quiet, claustrophobic park, adequate shade, a few permanent/annual vans. Clean UC gas BBQs are free, congenial bbq area atmosphere, bbq area lighting, seating provided at bbq. Good playground, in good condition. Clean pool, kid-safe pool area, tables and chairs provided. Suitable for a week or more, suitable for families, well maintained park, park is considered kid-safe, park is considered suitable for mobility impaired persons.
Liked:- Lush gardens with shade to most sites. Good choice of meals and drinks at the restaurant.
Disliked:- Some sites would be a little tight due to trees and size of sites.
Parking:- Check in parking at entry.
Date of Stay: September 2021 Rating: 3.5
This park is located about 3 Ks from town on the Wheelbarrow Way. It is a huge area and can accommodate about 200 vans with power and water and any number without. $25 P/N for 2 with Power and Water. Well maintained facilities are close to some sites, with a dump point. At the time we were there, it was quiet and roomy, but I think it could be a different story when it is busy. If you are there for a Friday night they do a fairly decent choice of Fish and Chips at a reasonable price.
Pets are permitted and there is plenty of room to exercise. There are also horse holding yards nearby. The volunteer staff all do a terrific job and are very friendly and helpful. Mareeba offer good shopping with the opportunity to stock up prior to heading north. (Coles, IGA, etc.)
Date of Stay: September 2021 Rating: 4
Manager's name is Elizabeth and ?
This park is located right in town and very handy to pubs, shops and the bakery. Although a little tight we managed with a 24' van. the managers are a mine of information on the local area and attractions. Set in tropical gardens with very clean facilities this park was a pleasure to visit.
Very friendly staff, good staff response to complaints, staff helped us at the site, staff explained park layout and facilities. Good value for money $38 for 2A PN, powered, shoulder season. Amenities are close to most sites, were clean, condition is very good, water pressure is good, there was adequate hot water, soap provided, dry change area, paper towels/dryer provided, exhaust fans/good ventilation. Adequate number of tourist sites, mostly unlevel sites, poor night lighting, sites will accommodate medium to large vans, annex slabs to some sites, shade to some sites, drive-through sites, hard to negotiate into site, adequate taps close by, adequate sullage close by. Good laundry, good camp kitchen, dump point, van parking, book swap available, wireless internet is available is free, you can use your mobile wireless carrier used was Optus, reception quality was 4. Quiet, open & roomy park, adequate shade, no permanent/annual vans. Clean UC gas BBQs are free, congenial bbq area atmosphere, bbq area lighting, seating provided at bbq. Clean pool, pool is shaded, tables and chairs provided. Suitable for few days.
Liked:- Friendly, knowledgable staff, convenience to town garden setting.
Disliked:- parking can be difficult at your site, but most seem to manage.
Parking:- You block the entry/exit when booking in, or park in the street.
Local Information:- A good selection of pub grub at the Top Pub on the corner 50 metres away.
Road Conditions:- We travelled the Mulligan Hwy which is all sealed and in good condition form Mareeba.
Date of Stay: August 2021 Rating: 4.5
This park is located a fair bit out of town, but that can be a good thing. It is an over 50s park and very quiet but well run and plenty of entertainment and social. Prices are reasonable and weekly/monthly rates are very good. A spacious park, with clean amenities and friendly staff.
Date of Stay: August 2021 Rating: 4
Not much has changed at this park since the last report except the prices, It is now $20 p/n for a powered site and $15 p/n for unpowered. Still excellent value for money. Some sites are a little cosy, but generally they will do their best to accommodate you. It is an easy work to town and 2 supermarkets, 2 pubs and the usual assortment of small shops. On Thursdays they have live music on the station platform, unfortunately the train is not running any longer.
