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BIG4 Gold Coast Holiday Park – Helensvale

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BIG4 Gold Coast Holiday Park – Helensvale

BIG4 Gold Coast Holiday Park holds the coveted title of being the closest caravan park to the Gold Coast’s world-famous theme parks, making it the ultimate destination for a thrill-seeking family holiday. Located in Helensvale, just a short walk or drive from Warner Bros. Movie World, Wet’n’Wild, and the Australian Outback Spectacular, this park is an entertainment hub in its own right. It’s a resort-style park that goes above and beyond, boasting one of the tallest water parks in any Australian holiday park, complete with multiple slides and a tipping bucket, guaranteeing endless fun for the kids. The accommodation options are vast, catering to every style and budget, from spacious powered and unpowered sites for caravans and tents to a wide range of modern cabins and villas. Uniquely for a major resort park, it is incredibly pet-friendly, offering designated cabins, sites, and even a dog-washing facility and off-leash park. The list of facilities is impressive, featuring a large resort pool, a licensed cafe, a jumping pillow, and activities like remote-control car racing. The park’s convenient location means guests can easily spend their days at the theme parks and retreat to a comfortable and activity-filled base in the evenings. With its unbeatable proximity to the main attractions, incredible water park, and welcoming attitude to the whole family (including pets), BIG4 Gold Coast is the ultimate choice for an action-packed holiday.

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BIG4 Gold Coast Holiday Park
66-86 Siganto Dr, Helensvale QLD 4212
Website: https://goldcoastholidaypark.com.au/

Email: stay@gcpark.com.au

Phone Number: (07) 5514 4400

GPS Coordinates: -27.90015, 153.31593

Site Information

  • Location: In Helensvale, directly adjacent to the major Gold Coast theme parks.
  • Site Suitable For: Tents, camper trailers, caravans, and motorhomes of all sizes.
  • Road Access: Sealed roads.
  • Site Surface: Grass, slab, and synthetic turf sites.
  • Camping Permitted: Yes, this is a paid holiday resort. 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: Huge water park, resort pool, licensed cafe, jumping pillow, camp kitchen, modern amenities, laundry, dump point, dog park.
  • 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, theme park tickets.
  • Pet Friendly: Yes, one of the most pet-friendly parks on the Gold Coast, with designated sites, cabins, and an off-leash area.
  • Fishing: No.
  • Short Walks: Excellent walking and cycling paths in the surrounding area.

Local Amenities

The resort is in a major metropolitan area with all services located very close by.

  • Local Pubs:
    • The Coomera Tavern (approx. 5 km)
    • The Wattle Hotel (approx. 6 km)
    • The Saltwater Creek Hotel (approx. 7 km)
  • Places to Eat:
    • An onsite licensed cafe. Numerous options at Westfield Coomera and surrounding suburbs.
  • Local Attractions:
    • Warner Bros. Movie World, Wet’n’Wild, Outback Spectacular (walking distance)
    • Dreamworld & WhiteWater World (approx. 8 km)
    • Topgolf Gold Coast
  • Nearest Caravan Parks:
    • This is a major holiday resort. Other options include NRMA Treasure Island.
  • Next Free Camps:
    • No official free camps in the Gold Coast area.
  • Nearest Dump Points:
    • A dump point is available onsite for guests.
  • Nearest Petrol Station:
    • Multiple 24/7 service stations are located within 2 km.
  • Drinking Water Resupply:
    • Available onsite.
  • Public Toilets:
    • Available onsite.

Seasonal Weather Forecast

The Gold Coast has a humid subtropical climate, with hot, wet summers and mild, sunny winters, making it a year-round holiday destination.

Season Average Temp (Max/Min) Conditions
Summer (Dec – Feb) 29°C / 21°C Hot and humid with the highest chance of rain, often from afternoon thunderstorms. Perfect for the water park.
Autumn (Mar – May) 26°C / 17°C Warm, sunny days and pleasant nights with decreasing humidity. A beautiful time of year.
Winter (Jun – Aug) 21°C / 9°C Dry, mild, and sunny days with cool nights. The peak tourist season due to perfect weather.
Spring (Sep – Nov) 26°C / 15°C Temperatures warm up, with continued sunny days and low rainfall until late in the season.

 

 

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