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Fraser Coast Holiday Park – Your Ultimate Base for Whales, Islands, and Family Fun

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Fraser Coast Holiday Park | Hervey Bay’s Whale Watching & K’gari Gateway


 

Fraser Coast Holiday Park: Your Ultimate Base for Whales, Islands, and Family Fun

Nestled in the vibrant heart of Hervey Bay, the BIG4 Fraser Coast Holiday Park is a premier destination for families and adventurers looking to experience the very best of this world-renowned coastline. As the whale watching capital of the world, Hervey Bay is a magical place, and this park provides the perfect, feature-packed basecamp for your aquatic adventures. The park itself is a true holiday haven, famous for its massive, resort-style swimming pool complete with exhilarating waterslides that promise endless fun for kids and a refreshing escape for adults. The lush, tropical grounds and high-quality facilities uphold the exceptional standard of the BIG4 brand, creating a comfortable, safe, and lively atmosphere for all guests.

The park’s location in the popular suburb of Scarness is ideal. You are just a short, pleasant stroll from the beautiful, calm waters of the beach and the scenic Esplanade, with its fantastic walking and cycling paths, cafes, and restaurants. It is the perfect launchpad for the region’s two biggest drawcards. During whale season, the park is buzzing with excitement as guests head out on unforgettable tours to witness the majestic humpback whales at play in the sheltered waters. Year-round, it serves as the perfect gateway to the world’s largest sand island, the heritage-listed paradise of K’gari (Fraser Island). With a wide range of accommodation from spacious sites to modern cabins, and a commitment to family fun, the BIG4 Fraser Coast Holiday Park is an outstanding choice for an action-packed and memorable Fraser Coast holiday.

★★★★☆ (3.8 Stars)
Fraser Coast Holiday Park
21 Denmans Camp Rd, Scarness QLD 4655

Location Map

Site Details and Facilities

  • Location: In the heart of Hervey Bay’s popular Scarness area, a short walk from the beach.
  • Site Suitable For: Tents, camper trailers, caravans, and motorhomes.
  • Road Access: Sealed roads throughout.
  • Site Surface: A variety of spacious grass, slab, and ensuite sites.
  • Camping Permitted: Yes, a full range of powered and unpowered sites.
  • Maximum Overnight Stays: Caters to tourists and holidaymakers.
  • Facilities: Large resort-style pool with waterslides, jumping pillow, camp kitchen, BBQs, modern amenities, laundry, dump point.
  • Picnic Tables: Yes, in communal areas.
  • Potable Water: Yes.
  • Mobile Phone Coverage: Excellent.
  • TV Reception: Excellent.
  • Onsite Public Toilets: Yes.
  • Rubbish Bins: Yes.
  • Open Fires: Prohibited in city caravan parks.
  • Generator Use: Prohibited.

Activities & Essentials

  • Essentials to Bring: Swimmers, sunscreen, a hat, and binoculars for whale watching (in season).
  • Pet Friendly: Yes, the park is pet-friendly on sites. It is essential to confirm their specific policy when booking.
  • Fishing: Excellent fishing from the nearby Urangan Pier and local beaches.
  • Short Walks: The beautiful Hervey Bay Esplanade offers 14km of scenic walking and cycling paths.

Local Amenities

Pubs & Restaurants

  • Scarness Beachside Tavern: Approx. 1 km
  • The Beach House Hotel: Approx. 2 km
  • Torquay Hotel: Approx. 3 km

Local Attractions

  • Hervey Bay Esplanade & Beach: Approx. 500 m
  • Urangan Pier: Approx. 6 km
  • Great Sandy Straits Marina (Whale Watch departures): Approx. 8 km
  • Reefworld Aquarium: Approx. 6 km
  • K’gari (Fraser Island) Ferry Terminal (River Heads): Approx. 20 km

Camping & Travel Resources

  • Nearest Caravan Parks: Numerous other parks are located along the Hervey Bay Esplanade.
  • Next Free Camps: Very limited near the city; some rest areas on the Bruce Highway.
  • Nearest Dump Points: Onsite for guests. A public dump point is available at the Visitor Information Centre.
  • Nearest Petrol Station: Several major service stations are located within 2 km.
  • Drinking Water Resupply: Available onsite.
  • Public Toilets: Onsite for guests.

Seasonal Weather Forecast: Hervey Bay (Fraser Coast)

  • Summer (Dec-Feb): Warm to hot and humid, with a high chance of rain and thunderstorms. Averages range from 22°C to 30°C.
  • Autumn (Mar-May): Beautiful, warm, and sunny days with lower humidity. A very pleasant time to visit. Temperatures average 18°C to 28°C.
  • Winter (Jun-Aug): The peak tourist and whale watching season. Mild, dry, and sunny days with cool nights. Ideal conditions. Average temperatures from 11°C to 22°C.
  • Spring (Sep-Nov): Warms up with lovely sunny conditions and pleasant sea breezes. The end of the whale season. Temperatures range from 16°C to 27°C.

 

 

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