Hervey Bay Caravan Park: Your Peaceful Base Near the Pier and Marina
From here, the best of Hervey Bay is just a short, pleasant walk away. Stroll down to the iconic Urangan Pier for a spot of fishing or a scenic walk, or head to the Great Sandy Straits Marina, the bustling departure point for all whale watching tours and ferries to the magnificent K’gari (Fraser Island). The beautiful Hervey Bay Botanic Gardens are also nearby, offering another peaceful escape. After a day of exploring, the park’s refreshing swimming pool is the perfect place to cool down. The facilities are clean and well-maintained, with a great camp kitchen and BBQ area fostering a friendly environment where you can meet fellow travellers. For a perfectly positioned, quiet, and comfortable stay that puts you at the centre of everything, the Hervey Bay Caravan Park is a superb choice.
85 Margaret St, Hervey Bay QLD 4655
- Website: herveybaycaravanpark.com.au
- Phone: (070 4128 9553
- GPS Coordinates: -25.29042, 152.8889
Location Map
Site Details and Facilities
- Location: Quiet but central location in Urangan, a short walk to the marina and pier.
- Site Suitable For: Tents, camper trailers, caravans, and motorhomes.
- Road Access: Sealed roads.
- Site Surface: A variety of spacious grass and slab sites.
- Camping Permitted: Yes, powered and unpowered sites available.
- Maximum Overnight Stays: Caters to tourists and holidaymakers.
- Facilities: Swimming pool, camp kitchen, BBQs, clean amenities block, 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: Fishing gear for the pier, swimmers, binoculars for whale watching (in season), and a good pair of walking shoes.
- Pet Friendly: Yes, the park is pet-friendly. It is essential to confirm their specific policy when booking.
- Fishing: Legendary land-based fishing from the Urangan Pier.
- Short Walks: The Hervey Bay Esplanade and the length of the Urangan Pier provide fantastic walking opportunities.
Local Amenities
Pubs & Restaurants
- The Bayswater Bar & Grill: Approx. 1.5 km
- Hervey Bay Boat Club: Approx. 1.8 km
- The Beach House Hotel: Approx. 3 km
Local Attractions
- Urangan Pier: Approx. 1 km
- Great Sandy Straits Marina (Whale Watch departures): Approx. 1.8 km
- Hervey Bay Botanic Gardens: Approx. 1 km
- Reefworld Aquarium: Approx. 1.5 km
- K’gari (Fraser Island) Ferry Terminal (River Heads): Approx. 14 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.