BIG4 Tasman Holiday Parks – Rowes Bay – Belgian Gardens

BIG4 Tasman Holiday Parks – Rowes Bay is a premier holiday destination in Townsville, offering a stunning beachfront location with spectacular, uninterrupted views of Magnetic Island. This award-winning park provides the perfect blend of a tranquil coastal retreat and the convenience of a major city, making it an ideal base for exploring North Queensland. The park is beautifully landscaped and offers a wide range of accommodation, from spacious powered and unpowered sites suitable for all rigs, to modern, self-contained villas and cabins. Many of the sites boast prime positions looking directly out over the sparkling Coral Sea. The facilities are resort-style and cater exceptionally well to families, featuring a large swimming pool complex with a waterslide, a jumping pillow, playground, and a dedicated toddler pool. The park is renowned for being pet-friendly, offering a range of pet-friendly sites and cabins, which is a major drawcard for those travelling with their furry companions. Its location is a key highlight; it’s situated directly on the picturesque Rowes Bay foreshore, with a fantastic walking and cycling path that leads all the way to The Strand, Townsville’s vibrant main beach precinct. This allows for easy access to cafes, restaurants, and attractions without the need to drive. For a comfortable, activity-filled, and beautifully located holiday with million-dollar views, this park is a top-tier choice.

Site Information

• Location: On the beachfront at Rowes Bay, Townsville, with views of Magnetic Island.
• Site Suitable For: Tents, camper trailers, caravans, and motorhomes of all sizes.
• Road Access: Sealed roads.
• Site Surface: Grass and slab sites.
• Camping Permitted: Yes, this is a paid holiday park. Bookings are essential.
• Maximum Overnight Stays: Check with management when booking.
• Number of Powered Sites: A large number of powered sites are available.
• Number of Un-powered Sites: A good number of unpowered sites are available.
• Facilities: Swimming pool with waterslide, jumping pillow, playground, toilets, hot showers, camp kitchen, laundry, BBQs, tour desk, dump point.
• Picnic Tables: Yes, available in common areas.
• Potable Water: Yes, available at all sites.
• Mobile Phone Coverage: Excellent for all major carriers.
• TV Reception: Excellent.
• Onsite Public Toilets: Yes.
• Rubbish Bins: Yes.
• Open Fires: Prohibited.
• Generator Use: Prohibited.
• Number of Sites Available: Numerous defined sites.
• Essentials to Bring: Standard camping gear, swimwear.
• Pet Friendly: Yes, pets are permitted on sites and in some cabins by prior arrangement.
• Fishing: Yes, excellent beach and rock fishing nearby.
• Short Walks: Excellent coastal walking and cycling path from the park to The Strand.

Local Amenities

All of Townsville’s major amenities are within a short drive.

• Local Pubs:
  • The Seaview Hotel, The Strand (approx. 4 km)
  • The Commonwealth Hotel, South Townsville (approx. 6 km)
  • The Australian Hotel, Townsville CBD (approx. 6 km)
• Places to Eat:
  • Numerous cafes and restaurants along The Strand and in the Townsville CBD.
• Local Attractions:
  • The Strand and Jezzine Barracks
  • Castle Hill Lookout
  • Magnetic Island Ferry Terminal
  • Reef HQ Aquarium
• Nearest Caravan Parks:
  • This is a premier caravan park. Other options include Discovery Parks – Townsville.
• Next Free Camps:
  • Saunders Beach Rest Area (48hr, donation, approx. 30 km north)
  • Reid River Rest Area (24hr, approx. 70 km south)
• Nearest Dump Points:
  • A dump point is available onsite for guests.
• Nearest Petrol Station:
  • Multiple 24/7 service stations are available within 5 km.
• Drinking Water Resupply:
  • Available onsite.
• Public Toilets:
  • Available onsite and along The Strand.

Seasonal Weather Forecast

The Townsville region has a dry tropical climate with a distinct wet and dry season and is known for its high number of sunshine hours.