Noosa North Shore Beach Campground, Noosa North Shore QLD
For those seeking a holiday with a genuine sense of adventure, the Noosa North Shore Beach Campground is an unparalleled destination. Located just a short vehicle ferry ride across the Noosa River from Tewantin, this park offers a complete escape from the hustle and bustle, placing you at the gateway to the magnificent Great Sandy National Park. It’s a place where nature takes centre stage, offering a more rugged and authentic coastal experience. The main campground is a sprawling, shaded area nestled in the bushland just behind the dunes, providing easy access for both 2WD and 4WD vehicles. It’s a fantastic base for families and groups looking to immerse themselves in a beautiful, natural setting.
The park caters to a wide variety of campers. For those with a 4WD, the unpowered beach camping sites offer the ultimate experience, allowing you to set up with the sound of the surf as your constant companion. For others, the powered sites within the main campground provide essential comforts while still feeling a world away. And for a touch of luxury without losing the outdoor feel, the park’s new glamping tents offer a stylish and comfortable alternative. Despite its remote atmosphere, the park is well-equipped with essential amenities, including toilet and shower blocks, a basic camp kitchen, laundry facilities, and a small kiosk for essentials, ensuring a comfortable stay for all.
The real magic of the Noosa North Shore lies in the vast wilderness at your doorstep. This is the starting point for the famous Great Beach Drive, a 4WD adventure that takes you past the stunning Teewah Coloured Sands all the way to Double Island Point and Rainbow Beach. The fishing is legendary, with anglers lining the shores in search of tailor, bream, and whiting. It’s a place for long beach walks, exploring dunes, and enjoying campfires under a brilliant starry sky. This isn’t just a place to stay; it’s a base for adventure and creating lasting memories in one of Queensland’s most spectacular coastal environments.
- Phone Number: (07) 5449 8811
- Website: noosaholidayparks.com.au
- GPS Coordinates: -26.35463, 153.05221
Site Information
- Location: Across the river from Tewantin, accessible via the Noosa North Shore Car Ferry. At the southern end of Teewah Beach.
- Site Suitable For: Tents, Camper Trailers, Caravans, Motorhomes, Big Rigs (in the main campground). 4WD required for beach camping sites.
- Road Access: Access is via a sealed road from the ferry terminal to the campground. A 4WD is required for beach access and beach camping.
- Site Surface: Sand, grass, and dirt sites.
- Camping Permitted: Yes, powered sites, unpowered bush sites, and unpowered beach sites available. Glamping tents also available.
- Maximum Overnight Stays: Please check with management. A vehicle access permit is required for driving on the beach.
- Number of Powered Sites: Available.
- Number of Un-powered Sites: Available.
Facilities
- Facilities: Amenity blocks with toilets and hot showers, laundry facilities, camp kitchen, BBQs, kiosk (ice, bait, basic supplies), dump point.
- Potable Water: Yes.
- Mobile Phone Coverage: Generally good with Telstra, can be patchy with other carriers.
- TV Reception: Variable, depends on location within the park.
- Onsite Public Toilets: Yes, for guests.
- Ullage: A dump point is available onsite.
- Rubbish Bins: Yes, guests are encouraged to minimise waste.
- Open Fires: Permitted in designated fire pits and containers (subject to fire bans). Check with park management.
- Generator Use: Permitted during designated hours, please confirm with management.
Essentials & Activities
- Essentials to Bring: 4WD recovery gear (if beach driving), insect repellent, firewood, fishing gear, torch.
- Pet Friendly: Yes, pets are permitted in the main campground on application (not on the beach camping sites). Conditions apply.
- Fishing: Excellent beach fishing right in front of the campground.
- Short Walks: Extensive beach walking and exploring the local tracks.
Local Amenities
- Local Pubs:
- Noosa North Shore Retreat (Pub/Restaurant) (approx. 2 km)
- Tewantin-Noosa RSL (across the ferry, approx. 4 km)
- Royal Mail Hotel, Tewantin (across the ferry, approx. 4 km)
- Places to Eat: Noosa North Shore Retreat is the only local option. A huge variety is available in Tewantin and Noosaville.
- Local Attractions:
- Great Sandy National Park (at your doorstep)
- Teewah Coloured Sands (via 4WD on beach)
- Double Island Point (via 4WD on beach)
- Nearest Caravan Parks:
- Noosa River Holiday Park (across the ferry, approx. 5 km)
- Ingenia Holidays Noosa (across the ferry, approx. 6 km)
- Next Free Camps: Belli Creek Park (approx. 29 km).
- Nearest Dump Points: Onsite.
- Nearest Petrol Station: Tewantin (across the ferry, approx. 4 km). It is essential to arrive with enough fuel.
- Drinking Water Resupply: Available onsite.
- Public Toilets: Available at the Noosa North Shore Ferry terminal (south side).
Seasonal Weather Forecast
- Summer (Dec – Feb): Hot and humid, perfect for swimming but can be stormy. This is peak season, so book well ahead. Average temperatures range from 21°C to 29°C.
- Autumn (Mar – May): Often regarded as the best time for beach driving and fishing, with clear sunny days and pleasant temperatures. Temperatures average 17°C to 27°C.
- Winter (Jun – Aug): The tailor fishing season hits its peak. Expect cool nights and mild, sunny days. Great for campfires. Temperatures range from 10°C to 22°C.
- Spring (Sep – Nov): A beautiful time for exploring as the weather warms up. Wildflowers can be in bloom in the national park. Temperatures average 15°C to 26°C.