BIG4 Rainbow Beach: Your Adventure Base for K’gari & Coloured Sands
Catering perfectly to families, couples, and adventurers, the park boasts a fantastic range of facilities designed for comfort and fun. Kids will spend hours enjoying the resort-style swimming pool and playground, while parents can unwind knowing everything they need is at their fingertips, from a well-equipped camp kitchen to clean amenities and laundry services. The accommodation options are varied, with large, grassy powered sites suitable for all types of rigs, as well as a selection of comfortable cabins. Beyond the park’s boundaries, the laid-back town of Rainbow Beach offers a friendly surf club, charming cafes, and the famous coloured-sand cliffs that give the area its name. Whether your holiday plans involve exploring the world’s largest sand island, learning to surf, or simply soaking in the incredible natural beauty, BIG4 Rainbow Beach Holiday Park provides the perfect, welcoming haven to return to after a day of exploration.
308 Carlo Rd, Rainbow Beach QLD 4581
- Website: BIG4 Rainbow Beach Website
- Phone: (07) 5486 3200
- GPS Coordinates: -25.90018, 153.06015
Location Map
Site Details and Facilities
- Location: Set in a quiet, leafy area of Rainbow Beach, close to town and natural attractions.
- Site Suitable For: Tents, camper trailers, caravans, and big rigs.
- Road Access: Sealed roads within the park.
- Site Surface: Primarily grass sites.
- Camping Permitted: Yes, powered and unpowered sites available.
- Maximum Overnight Stays: Check with park management. Bookings are essential during peak periods.
- Facilities: Resort-style swimming pool, camp kitchen, BBQs, amenities block, laundry, playground, dump point.
- Picnic Tables: Yes, in communal areas.
- Potable Water: Yes.
- Mobile Phone Coverage: Good for Telstra; may be weaker for other carriers.
- TV Reception: Generally good.
- Onsite Public Toilets: Yes, for guests.
- Rubbish Bins: Yes.
- Open Fires: Not permitted.
- Generator Use: Not permitted.
Activities & Essentials
- Essentials to Bring: 4WD recovery gear (if heading to K’gari), camera for sunsets at Carlo Sand Blow, fishing gear, and hiking shoes.
- Pet Friendly: Yes, the park is pet-friendly on sites. Conditions apply, contact the park directly.
- Fishing: Excellent beach and estuary fishing in the area.
- Short Walks: A must-do walk to the Carlo Sand Blow starts near the park.
Local Amenities
Pubs & Restaurants
- Rainbow Beach Hotel: Approx. 1.5 km
- Rainbow Beach Surf Life Saving Club: Approx. 2 km
- Arcobaleno on the Beach (Italian): Approx. 1.8 km
Local Attractions
- Carlo Sand Blow: Approx. 1 km (walking distance)
- Rainbow Beach (patrolled area): Approx. 2 km
- Inskip Point (K’gari Ferry): Approx. 11 km
- Coloured Sands: Accessible via 4WD on the beach.
Camping & Travel Resources
- Nearest Caravan Parks: Rainbow Waters Holiday Park (approx. 11 km), Tin Can Bay Tourist Park (approx. 30 km).
- Next Free Camps: Limited options. Some rest areas further inland towards Gympie.
- Nearest Dump Points: Onsite at the park.
- Nearest Petrol Station: Located in Rainbow Beach town centre, approx. 1.5 km.
- Drinking Water Resupply: Available onsite.
- Public Toilets: Onsite for guests and located near the surf club in town.
Seasonal Weather Forecast: Rainbow Beach
- Summer (Dec-Feb): Warm to hot and humid, ideal for beach activities. Average temperatures range from 22°C to 30°C.
- Autumn (Mar-May): Warm and pleasant with sunny days. Temperatures average 18°C to 28°C.
- Winter (Jun-Aug): Mild, dry, and sunny days with cooler nights. A great time for hiking. Average temperatures from 12°C to 23°C.
- Spring (Sep-Nov): Beautiful weather, warming up and perfect for exploring. Temperatures range from 16°C to 27°C.