Best Caravan Parks on the Gold Coast

For a nostalgic taste of the Gold Coast that holiday makers have been enjoying for 70 years, why not stay in a caravan, tent or cabin at one of these fantastic holiday parks.

Boasting prime beachside locations, the parks are in great proximity to all of the local attractions and amenities. For those who don’t have their own camping or caravanning supplies, there are also modern deluxe cabins and up-to-the-minute facilities.

Ocean Beach Tourist Park - Miami

Nestled on the Miami side of North Burleigh headland, this small beachside park is popular for its intimate size and proximity to the fine white sands of one of the Gold Coast's most scenic stretches of coastline. Kids will love exploring the rock pools at the base of the headland and hiking the path to the top where there are lookouts with stunning views of the coastline and the chance to spot migrating whales. A short walk away is Miami Marketta, a unique laneway dining experience where you'll find street food from around the world in a funky shipping container setting. Miami is also home to many cool local cafes, bakeries, restaurants and bars including hidden back street gems like Lost Palms Brewing Co and Paddock Bakery

Overlooking the clear turquoise waters of Tallebudgera Creek and with the backdrop of the Gold Coast Hinterland hills, this park has visitors feeling close to nature with all the creature comforts for a great family holiday At low tide, armies of blue-shelled soldier crabs scuttle across the wet sands and kids will love the chance to paddle in the still waters of the creek on their paddleboards or kayaks. At sunset, families can head up to the nearby trendy eateries and bars of Palm Beach including The Collective, a must-visit. Also close by is David Fleay Wildlife Park, where you can see an amazing variety of native wildlife

With an unbeatable location in the heart of beautiful Burleigh Heads, if you park your caravan here you might never want to leave. Nestled at the base of Burleigh Headland, directly across the road from the protected surf beach and the Gold Coast's hottest beachfront dining spot, Burleigh Pavilion, you're only a few steps from all of the action. Just across the Gold Coast Highway are the iconic eateries and bars of James Street and a leisurely walk up the hill takes you to the entrance of Burleigh Head National Park, with its secret swimming coves and the fascinating Jellurgal Aboriginal Centre. Nothing beats an early morning or late afternoon walk along the Burleigh Esplanade, which is dotted with fantastic kids playgrounds and majestic Norfolk Pines

This family holiday oasis is conveniently located across the road from Main Beach and within walking distance of much-loved theme park Sea World. Here kids can enjoy the best of both worlds, with the surf beach on one side of the park and the beautiful Broadwater with its myriad water sports opportunities just around the corner. Nearby you'll also find one of the coast's leading attractions, Broadwater Parklands, with aquativity, swimming beach and state-of-the-art playgrounds. When it comes to dining, families are spoilt for choice - The Fisherman's Co-Op is a top spot to enjoy fish and chips overlooking the water and the Southport Yacht Club is perfect for casual dining with ocean views. And that's not all - trendy dining and shopping precinct Tedder Avenue is an easy stroll away and so is Marina Mirage, with its waterfront eateries and designer boutiques and galleries

BIG4 Gold Coast Holiday Park is a fun-filled, all-ages holiday park where even 4-legged family members are welcome. Occupying 32 sprawling riverside acres surrounded by bush, just 20 minutes drive from the Gold Coast beaches and 2 minutes from the iconic theme parks, BIG4 Gold Coast Holiday Park has a fantastic range of accommodation to suit all budgets. For a home away from home, guests can choose from caravan and powered/unpowered camping sites (including some with ensuites), a selection of cabins (studio, 1-bed, 2-bed, 3-bed family and deluxe), cottages, motel rooms, villas, terraces and deluxe retreats, with something to suit everyone, from couples to families and larger groups. Combining the best of old-school caravan park holidays, where kids have plenty of wide open space to run around free range amongst nature, with 21st century resort-like facilities - including a state-of-the-art heated water park (40+ interactive play features), a giant heated swimming pool and paddling pool, cabanas with oversized day beds and poolside service - BIG4 Gold Coast Holiday Park offers the best of both worlds to guests.

Need a vehicle to park at one of these campsites? Why not book a recreational vehicle from Camplify! Camplify is the Airbnb of homes on wheels - matching holiday goers with the perfect recreational vehicle (RV), from luxury caravans and pet-friendly campervans to motorhomes big enough for the whole family. With four kinds of vans available for hire, you're spoiled for choice when it comes to choosing the ultimate getaway vehicle suited to your holiday plans. As Australia's largest van-sharing platform, Camplify makes it super easy to book a variety of campervans, caravans, motorhomes and camping trailers. Simply select your dream location, add your dates of travel, number of guests and select your RV from the wide variety of vehicles matched to your preferences.