10 campgrounds perfect for young families near The Desert, QLD

The Desert is a stunningly beautiful destination located in the far north of Queensland. It is home to rich wildlife, rugged terrain, and breathtaking views. Dotted with ancient Aboriginal sites and surrounded by a diverse range of flora and fauna, it is a paradise for nature lovers and adventure seekers alike. Enjoy incredible sunsets, starry nights, and a rich cultural history, all in one place.

#10 Lake Dyer Camping & Caravan Ground

2 Ratings

This Brisbane caravan ground offers all the amenities you need for a comfortable stay. Enjoy powered sites, BBQ areas, toilets, drinking water and showers. Bring your boat and take advantage of the nearby boat ramp, or take a stroll on one of the walking trails. Kids will love the play park, and you can also fish or head into Brisbane, just two hours away. Enjoy all the comforts of home, with a caravan, camper trailer or car, and phone reception to keep in touch.

Gatton-Laidley Rd, Laidley, Queensland

5 hours 32 minutes (154 km) drive from The Desert

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✓ Toilets
✓ Drinking Water
✓ BBQ Areas
✓ Powered sites
✓ Next to car
✓ Allotted Site
✓ Caravans
✓ Camper Trailers
✓ Independent
✓ Car
✓ Showers
✓ Boat Ramp Nearby
✓ Phone Reception
✓ Fishing
✓ Walking Trails
✓ Kids play park
✓ Optus 4G

#9 Nobby Beach Holiday Village

4 Ratings

Water slide, toilets, BBQ areas, powered sites, caravans, camper trailers, car, showers, wifi, phone reception, cabins, dump spot, swimming pool, laundry, biking, fishing, swimming, kids play park, coffee nearby and Top Parks make Nobby Beach Holiday Village a great destination. Located two hours from Brisbane, it offers a range of activities to keep the whole family entertained. Reviews are overwhelmingly positive, with many praising the helpful staff and clean facilities.

1 Hillcrest Parade, Miami QLD 4220

5 hours 24 minutes (136.6 km) drive from The Desert

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✓ Water slide
✓ Toilets
✓ Drinking Water
✓ BBQ Areas
✓ Powered sites
✓ Caravans
✓ Camper Trailers
✓ Car
✓ Showers
✓ Wifi
✓ Phone Reception
✓ Cabins Available
✓ Dump Spot
✓ Swimming pool
✓ Laundry
✓ Biking
✓ Fishing
✓ Swimming
✓ Kids play park
✓ Coffee Nearby
✓ Top Parks
✓ Telstra 4G
✓ Optus 4G

#8 BIG4 Sandstone Point Holiday Resort

9 Ratings

This holiday resort has something for everyone! Jumping pillow, water slide, BBQ areas, swimming pool, kids play park, and organised activities. Clean amenities and well-maintained facilities. Powered sites, cabins, caravans, and camper trailers available. Wifi, phone reception, showers, and laundry. Perfect for families with children - no need to leave for entertainment! Highly recommended.

1820 Bribie Island Rd, Sandstone Point QLD 4511

5 hours 12 minutes (119.8 km) drive from The Desert

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✓ Jumping pillow
✓ Water slide
✓ Toilets
✓ Drinking Water
✓ BBQ Areas
✓ Powered sites
✓ Allotted Site
✓ Caravans
✓ Camper Trailers
✓ BIG4
✓ Car
✓ Showers
✓ Wifi
✓ Phone Reception
✓ Cabins Available
✓ Swimming pool
✓ Laundry
✓ Swimming
✓ Kids play park
✓ Organised kids activities
✓ Optus 4G

#7 Coomera Holiday Village

1 Rating

Pets are welcome at this holiday park, which features powered sites, caravans and camper trailers, toilets, drinking water, BBQ areas, showers, dump spot, garbage facilities, swimming pool, laundry, and phone reception. Located just two hours from Brisbane, it's the perfect spot for a weekend getaway. Many visitors have praised the cleanliness and friendly staff, making it a great choice for a relaxing break.

2 Reserve Rd, Coomera, Queensland

4 hours 59 minutes (110.1 km) drive from The Desert

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✓ Pets Allowed
✓ Toilets
✓ Drinking Water
✓ BBQ Areas
✓ Powered sites
✓ Caravans
✓ Camper Trailers
✓ Showers
✓ Phone Reception
✓ Dump Spot
✓ Garbage
✓ Swimming pool
✓ Laundry
✓ Swimming
✓ Telstra 4G
✓ Optus 4G

#6 BIG4 Gold Coast Holiday Park

9 Ratings

This family-friendly holiday park offers plenty of activities for kids to enjoy, from a jumping pillow and water slide to organised activities and a kids' play park. It's the perfect spot for a weekend getaway, with amenities like ensuite sites, BBQ areas, powered sites, caravans and cabins available, plus showers and toilets. With Wifi, phone reception and a cafe onsite, plus fishing, swimming, and a dump spot, guests have plenty to do. Just two hours from Brisbane, this holiday park also allows fires, making it a great spot for a getaway.

66-86 Siganto Dr, Helensvale QLD 4212 Get directions

✓ Jumping pillow
✓ Water slide
✓ Pets Allowed
✓ Toilets
✓ Drinking Water
✓ BBQ Areas
✓ Powered sites
✓ Next to car
✓ Allotted Site
✓ Caravans
✓ Camper Trailers
✓ BIG4
✓ Car
✓ Disabled Access
✓ Showers
✓ Wifi
✓ Phone Reception
✓ Cabins Available
✓ Dump Spot
✓ Swimming pool
✓ Laundry
✓ Fishing
✓ Swimming
✓ Kids play park
✓ Organised kids activities
✓ Bar
✓ Coffee Nearby
✓ Cafe onsite
✓ Allows fires
✓ Telstra 4G
✓ Optus 4G

#5 Mt Warning Rainforest Park

11 Ratings

Peaceful and beautiful, this campground is perfect for a getaway with the family. Enjoy swimming in the creek, barbecuing in one of the BBQ areas, and gathering around a fire. Pets are welcome, and there are cabins and powered sites available. Plus, there's a swimming pool, showers, and a kiosk. Just two hours from Brisbane, this spot is a great way to relax and unwind.

153 Mount Warning Rd, Mount Warning, New South Wales Get directions

✓ Pets Allowed
✓ Toilets
✓ Drinking Water
✓ BBQ Areas
✓ Powered sites
✓ Next to car
✓ Caravans
✓ Caravans
✓ Camper Trailers
✓ Car
✓ Firewood for sale
✓ Showers
✓ Wifi
✓ Phone Reception
✓ Cabins Available
✓ Garbage
✓ Swimming pool
✓ Laundry
✓ Swimming
✓ Allows fires
✓ Optus 4G

#4 Samford Showgrounds

2 Ratings 40 Showgrounds Dr, Highvale, Queensland Get directions

✓ Pets Allowed
✓ Toilets
✓ Drinking Water
✓ BBQ Areas
✓ Powered sites
✓ Next to car
✓ Caravans
✓ Camper Trailers
✓ Hike in
✓ Car
✓ Disabled Access
✓ Showers
✓ Wifi
✓ Phone Reception
✓ Garbage
✓ Laundry
✓ Hiking
✓ Walking Trails
✓ Horse riding
✓ Coffee Nearby
✓ Cafe onsite
✓ Allows fires
✓ Telstra 4G
✓ Optus 4G

#3 Advancetown Caravan Park

1 Rating

Caravan park offers great amenities such as pets allowed, toilets, drinking water, BBQ areas, powered sites, caravans, camper trailers, phone reception and cabins available. Located 2 hours from Brisbane, it also has a dump spot, laundry and swimming facilities. Reviews are positive with the host being friendly and the showers and toilets being clean.

376 Nerang-Murwillumbah Rd, Advancetown, Queensland Get directions

✓ Pets Allowed
✓ Toilets
✓ Drinking Water
✓ BBQ Areas
✓ Powered sites
✓ Next to car
✓ Caravans
✓ Camper Trailers
✓ Independent
✓ Car
✓ Showers
✓ Wifi
✓ Phone Reception
✓ Dump Spot
✓ Swimming pool
✓ Laundry
✓ Swimming
✓ Pub
✓ Telstra 4G
✓ Optus 4G

#2 Habitat Noosa Everglades Eco Camp

13 Ratings

A great spot for camping - lovely lakefront spot with warm water, beautiful wildlife, and a restaurant/bar with tasty beer. Unpowered sites are a bit pricey, but worth it for the view. Clean showers and toilets, and friendly staff. Perfect for a special occasion. Highly recommended!

204 Lake Flat Rd, Boreen Point, Queensland Get directions