Top Caravan Parks on the Central Coast

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It's only a few hours from Sydney, but it feels much further in terms of escaping the hustle and bustle of city life. The Central Coast is a haven of relaxation for all types of travellers. It offers blissful coastal vibes with its endless beaches but also boasts neighbouring rainforests and recreational activities from water sports and golfing to wine tasting and adventure pursuits. 

Whether you're off on a solo staycation or caravanning with the kids, this is a must-see coastal slice of paradise from its headlands to its hinterlands. Here is a guide to some of the best caravan parks on the Central Coast. (If you're keen to up the ante on your road trip adventures, grab your packing checklist and start planning an epic Greater Blue Mountain Drive Road Trip). 

If you're after absolute beachfront - Blue Lagoon Beach Resort

Blue Lagoon Beach Resort has an impressive claim to fame in these parts, as it's one of the only caravan parks on the Central Coast NSW with an absolute beachfront location. Nestled between Shelly Beach and Wyrrabalong National Park, its private location also makes it a safe place for kids to play and for families to connect. 

Caravan sites: Standard-powered sites 

Facilities: Water slide, BBQ areas, swimming pool, laundry, onsite cafe, play park 

Location:10 Bateau Bay Road, Bateau By NSW 2261


If you love water sports - Budgewoi Holiday Park

The lakeside haven that is Budgewoi has something to offer all sorts of travellers and their furry friends. The park faces serene Lake Munmorah, with bright blue waters that attract water sports enthusiasts, fishermen, and their soon-to-be seafood feasts year-round.

Caravan sites: Powered and ensuite sites 

Facilities: Pool, camp kitchen, jumping pillow, playgrounds, sheltered BBQs

Location: 2A Weemala Street, Budgewoi NSW 2262


If you love your fur baby - Canton Beach Holiday Park

Located on the foreshore of tranquil Tuggerah Lakes, pooches of all shapes and sizes are welcome here. Keen anglers can drop in a line (and then cook their catches on the park's sheltered BBQs), or you can take the Coast to Lake walk. This popular track covers nearly eight kilometres of stunning scenery, and dogs are allowed (on lead) in many sections.

Caravan sites: Powered, unpowered and ensuite sites 

Facilities: Boat ramp, camp kitchen, sheltered BBQs

Location: 1 Oleander Street Canton Beach, NSW 2263


If you love lakeside fun - Dunleith Tourist Park

Located on the beautiful lakefront of the Entrance, Dunleith Tourist Park is another Central Coast caravan park with stunning waterfront views. Activities like kayaking, fishing, swimming, boating, surfing, paddle boarding, paddling, and more abound! 

Caravan sites: Standard and waterfront-powered sites

Facilities: Amenities block

Location: Hutton Rd, The Entrance Central Coast NSW 2261


If you love lots of activities - Glenworth Valley Campground

There are so many activities on offer at Glenworth Valley Campground. If you love energetic caravanning, then this is the spot for you. Take a horse ride through native bushland (novices can start with a riding lesson) on some breathtaking trials. Or try quad biking, abseiling, or taking a scenic paddle along the waterways in one of the campground's kayaks. 

Caravan sites: Standard sites 

Facilities: Hot showers, toilets, wood-fired BBQs, picnic tables, open-ground campfires 

Location: 69 Cooks Road Glenworth Valley, NSW 2250


If you love to fish - Greenmans Valley Caravan Park

Greenmans Valley Caravan Park has not one but three wharves where you can throw a line into the beautiful Hawkesbury River. Whether you're an experienced angler or new to fishing, the catch of the day is just waiting to be caught. Or throw in a crab pot and catch a spectacular crustacean instead! 

Caravan sites: Powered and unpowered sites

Facilities: BBQs, boat ramp, swimming pool, laundry, campfires 

Location: 233 Morgans Rd, Mount White, NSW 2250


If you love golf - Ingenia Holidays Lake Macquarie

Located alongside Australia's most extensive coastal saltwater lagoon, Ingenia Holidays Lake Macquarie has ample park features and is minutes from one of the most popular golf courses on the Central Coast. Morisset Country Club is a pro-quality 18-hole course set in beautiful natural surroundings spread across 230 acres.

Caravan sites: Powered sites, waterfront powered sites, ensuite powered sites, premium powered sites 

Facilities: Pet friendly, kids play park, BBQ arts, nearby boat ramp, laundry

Location: Lot 28 Monterey Ave, Mannering Park NSW 2259


If you like a bit of everything - Lakeview Tourist Park

Central Coast holiday parks typically allow you to do as little or as much as you like, and Lakeview Tourist Park is no different. Try fishing, surfing, boating, waterskiing, or enjoy a picnic at one of their many park areas. Wherever you wander, you are never far from the beach or lakeside, and some of the best cafes on the coast are in the little hub of Long Jetty.

Caravan sites: Powered sites 

Facilities: BBQ areas, nearby boat ramp, laundry, onsite cafe

Location: 491 The Entrance Road, Long Jetty, NSW 2261


If you love peaceful serenity - Malaluka Caravan Park

A small, no-fuss caravan park, Malaluka Caravan Park is around 40 minutes from Popran National Park, which offers fantastic bushwalking, kayaking, mountain biking, horse riding and fishing. 

Caravan sites: Standard sites

Facilities: Showers, boat ramp nearby 

Location: 4685 Wisemans Ferry Road, Spencer, NSW 2775


If you're a beach lover - Norah Head Holiday Park

This caravan park on the Central Coast has a prime location that gives visitors amazing access to two beaches—you can swim in the sparkling waters of the Lakes or Soldiers Point beaches while you check out views of the Norah Head Lighthouse.

Caravan sites: Powered, unpowered and ensuite sites

Facilities: Pet-friendly, resort-style swimming pool, minutes from the ocean ramp, amphitheatre, playgrounds, jumping pillow, camp kitchen, sheltered BBQs

Location: 22-30 Victoria Street, Norah Head NSW 2263


If you have a family on-board - NRMA Ocean Beach Holiday Resort

The pet-friendly NRMA Ocean Beach Holiday Resort is located on a sheltered, patrolled beach at Umina. Its calm and shallow waters are ideal for children. The resort has BBQs and the biggest playground on the Central Coast! It's also framed on one side by Brisbane Water National Park, with its hiking and biking trails. 

Caravan sites: Powered and ensuite sites

Facilities: Swimming pools, a playground, a waterpark, go-karts, jumping pillows, kayaks, bikes and more.

Location: 90 Sydney Avenue, Umina Beach NSW 2257 


If you're after a quick staycation - NRMA Sydney Lakeside Holiday Park

Located only 45 minutes from the CBD, NRMA Sydney Lakeside Holiday Park is in an unbeatable location. Narrabeen Lake is on one side, and North Narrabeen surf beach is on the other. Enjoy fishing, swimming, surfing, kayaking, or stand-up paddle boarding at either destination! 

Caravan sites: Powered and unpowered sites 

Facilities: BBQ areas, nearby boat ramp, laundry, kids play park

Location: 38 Lake Park Road, North Narrabeen NSW 2101


If you're on a budget - Patonga Foreshore Caravan & Camping Area

Located in the tranquil bay side village of Patong, in terms of holiday parks on the Central Coast, this one oozes relaxation but has budget-friendly accommodation options. 

Caravan sites: Powered and unpowered grass sites

Facilities: BBQ areas, laundry, tennis courts, children's play area

Location: 102 Bay Street Patong, NSW 2256


If you have beach babies  - Toowoon Bay Holiday Park

Situated right on the beach, Toowoon Bay Holiday Park has numerous beaches accessible from the park. All are clean, clear, and safely patrolled throughout the year. If you're travelling with young ones, Little Bay offers calm waters, protected from the surf by nearby break walls. 

Caravan sites: Powered and ensuite sites 

Facilities: Pet-friendly, resort-style pool, amphitheatre, playgrounds, jumping pillow, camp kitchen

Location: Koongara Street, Toowoomba Bay NSW 2261


If you love lakeside views - Two Shores Holiday Village 

Located at The Entrance North, Two Shores Holiday Village offers guests absolute lakefront accommodation. Nearby Tuggerah Lake offers watersports, boating and fishing, while the ocean beaches are great for surfing, swimming and fishing. 

Caravan sites: Waterfront powered and unpowered sites

Facilities: Pet friendly, BBQs, pool, camp kitchens, kiosk, laundry

Location: 25 Wilfred Barrett Drive, The Entrance NSW 2261


If you love wine - Walu Caravan Park

If wine tasting is on your must-do-on-holiday list, then holiday parks on the Central Coast NSW that are a bit further north are where you should head. Walu Caravan Park is small, quiet, and in a prime location for discovering one of the country's renowned wine destinations, the Hunter Valley. Sip on a wine or two, feast on local produce, and if you're up for it, book a scenic hot air balloon ride to view this location in all its glory from a spectacular perspective.

Caravan sites: Powered sites

Facilities: Pet friendly, BBQ areas, laundry

Location: 30 Walu Avenue, Budgewoi NSW 2262


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Photo: Scenic view of an activeNorah Head Lighthouse on a Central Coast, New South Wales, Australia⁠ by Wirestock from Getty Images Via Canva Pro

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