Splitters Farm – Sharon

Splitters Farm is an award-winning farm stay that offers an exceptional and immersive rural experience, making it a premier destination for families and travellers on the Bundaberg coast. Located just a short drive from the city in the peaceful area of Sharon, this 160-acre property is a working farm and a sanctuary for rescued farm animals. The campground provides a diverse range of accommodation options, from spacious powered and unpowered sites set in a beautiful, natural bushland setting alongside Splitters Creek, to luxurious glamping tents. The heart of the Splitters Farm experience is the interaction with the animals. Guided tours and daily animal feeding sessions allow guests of all ages to get up close with friendly residents like cattle, sheep, goats, pigs, and even camels. The farm is designed for exploration and relaxation, with kilometres of walking and cycling tracks, and the creek is perfect for kayaking, stand-up paddleboarding, and fishing. The facilities are modern and top-notch, including a camp kitchen, clean amenities blocks, and a licensed kiosk serving coffee and light meals. The entire farm is incredibly family-friendly and pet-friendly, with a focus on creating a safe and engaging environment. With its unique blend of genuine farm life, conservation, adventure, and comfortable camping, Splitters Farm is far more than a simple stopover; it’s a memorable holiday destination in its own right.

Site Information

• Location: In Sharon, approximately 10 minutes’ drive west of Bundaberg.
• Site Suitable For: Tents, camper trailers, caravans, and motorhomes of all sizes.
• Road Access: Sealed roads to the property.
• Site Surface: Large, grassy, and well-maintained sites.
• Camping Permitted: Yes, this is a paid farm stay. Bookings are essential.
• Maximum Overnight Stays: Check with management when booking.
• Number of Powered Sites: A good number of powered sites are available.
• Number of Un-powered Sites: Numerous spacious unpowered sites available.
• Facilities: Modern amenities blocks with hot showers and toilets, camp kitchen, laundry, dump point, licensed kiosk.
• Picnic Tables: Yes, available in common areas.
• Potable Water: Yes, potable water is available.
• Mobile Phone Coverage: Good for all major carriers.
• TV Reception: Good.
• Onsite Public Toilets: Yes.
• Rubbish Bins: Yes.
• Open Fires: Permitted in designated fire pits only. Firewood for sale.
• Generator Use: Check with management, but generally discouraged.
• Number of Sites Available: Many sites across the property.
• Essentials to Bring: Food and drink supplies, although the kiosk has some items.
• Pet Friendly: Yes, the farm is very pet-friendly. Check website for conditions.
• Fishing: Yes, fishing in Splitters Creek is encouraged.
• Short Walks: Yes, extensive walking and cycling tracks throughout the 160-acre property.

Local Amenities

The nearest major city with all services is Bundaberg (approx. 10-15 km).

• Local Pubs:
  • The Club Hotel, Bundaberg (approx. 15 km)
  • The Grand Hotel, Bundaberg (approx. 15 km)
  • The Melbourne Hotel, Bundaberg (approx. 15 km)
• Places to Eat:
  • An onsite licensed kiosk serves food and drinks. Extensive options in Bundaberg.
• Local Attractions:
  • Animal encounters and farm tours (onsite)
  • Bundaberg Rum Distillery
  • Bundaberg Botanic Gardens and Hinkler Hall of Aviation
  • Mon Repos Turtle Centre (seasonal)
• Nearest Caravan Parks:
  • This is a caravan park/farm stay. Other options include BIG4 Cane Village Holiday Park in Bundaberg.
• Next Free Camps:
  • Gin Gin Rest Area (48hr, donation, approx. 40 km west)
  • Apple Tree Creek Rest Area (24hr, approx. 45 km south)
• Nearest Dump Points:
  • A dump point is available onsite for guests.
• Nearest Petrol Station:
  • Multiple service stations are located on the western outskirts of Bundaberg (approx. 10 km).
• Drinking Water Resupply:
  • Available onsite.
• Public Toilets:
  • Available onsite.

Seasonal Weather Forecast

The Bundaberg region has a subtropical climate, with mild winters and warm, humid summers.