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   The Whitsundays is the heart of the Great Barrier Reef and the tropical paradise of Discovery Parks – Airlie Beach is the heart of camping in the region. Nestled alongside the rainforest of Conway National Park and in a protected amphitheatre the park has a resort feel with a sensational swimming pool and outdoor spas where you can laze under the umbrellas all day.

   Mining is at the heart of Mount Isa – this is one of the top 10 producers of copper, silver, lead and zinc. Our caravan park accommodation at Discovery Parks – Argylla (formerly known as Big4 Discovery Parks - Argylla), just over one hour’s drive from Cloncurry is a great place to relax after your day of adventures. Take the Underground Mining Experience for a guided tour 15 metres underground.

   One of Australia’s largest cane and mango growing areas, Ayr is known for its natural beauty and fertile farmland. Explore the spectacular Burdekin region with a stay at Discovery Parks – Ayr (previously Big4 Ayr Silver Link Caravan Village), featuring stunning gardens full of hibiscus and you might even be lucky enough to be able to pick a mango from the trees in park! With creeks and mangrove-lined estuaries close by, the area is ideal for fishing and crabbing, and nearby Alva Beach has miles of pristine sandy coastline, a popular spot for beach fishing and windsurfing. Offering a range of accommodation from self-contained cabins and villas to drive through and large slab sites, you’ll be sure to find the perfect option with all of them set in our beautifully maintained gardens. Enjoy relaxing after a big day in the spa or saltwater swimming pool, and the kids will love the bouncing pillow and playground.

    This is rural Australia at its best. Just under two hours from Gladstone and Rockhampton in Central Queensland’s Callide Valley, stay a while at our caravan park: Discovery Parks – Biloela. If the kids love cow counting, Biloela has the largest number of cattle in any Queensland shire! Take them to Kroombit Tops National Park for some frog counting, too; this park is home to the endangered Kroombit Tinker Frog, so you may spot some of these little guys on your visit.

     From rugged mining country to stunning national parks, you’ll find more than you expected in Queensland’s Central Highlands. Discovery Parks – Blackwater is a great place to start. Just moments from your accommodation is the fascinating Blackwater International Coal Centre where you’ll gain an insight into the formation of coal, its mining process and a tour of an open cut mine.

    Burke and Wills found beauty here on their journey through in 1861; now, take your turn when you stay with us at Discovery Parks – Cloncurry.   Our caravan park is a great base to explore ‘The Curry’.

    Imagine this: tropical bushland, a calm lake and beachfront surround you on your holiday. Where is this dream? Happiness can be found among the palm trees of the Southern Great Barrier Reef at Discovery Parks - Coolwaters, Yeppoon.  Forget worries and let go of the routine of daily life - you're on one of the friendliest coasts in Australia.

   One hour from Blackwater you'll find Discovery Parks - Emerald, hub of the Central Highlands and gateway to one of the richest sapphire fields in the Southern Hemisphere. Discovery Parks - Emerald boasts excellent accommodation and an impressive heritage style dining hall. Lake Maraboon, just outside Emerald, is famous for Red Claw Crayfish, excellent swimming and water skiing.

    Set on 8 acres of subtropical gardens, Discovery Parks - Fraser Street, Hervey Bay (formerly Fraser Lodge Holiday Park and Big4 Discovery Parks - Fraser Coast) is a secluded oasis near the world's largest sand island, Fraser Island.  Our backyard is your playground, featuring a tennis court, playground, gigantic bouncing pillow, two swimming pools and heaps of communal spaces like a camp kitchen and picnic spots to bring the whole tribe together and make new friends.

       Known for its awesome location along the East Coast of Queensland, Discovery Parks – Mackay (formerly BIG4 Mackay Marine Tourist Park) is a tropical oasis dotted just 2km from the Mackay Marina precinct and CBD. Take 5 and relax in the park or head out and discover the emerald blue beaches, breathtaking views and curious wildlife nearby.

    This may be the Outback, but you’ll still have a river view. Set by the banks of the beautiful Leichhardt River, our holiday park Discovery Parks – Mount Isa is an excellent base to explore. If you’ve never experienced Rodeo, you’ve come to the right place – Mount Isa is renowned as the Rodeo Capital of Australia and their annual event is fast and furious fun.

  Stay comfortably in the Queensland outback. Discovery Parks – Mount Surprise (formerly Bedrock Village Caravan Park) is a well-established hub for travellers exploring the Savannah Way. ACCOMMODATION AND FACILITIES Located in the historic township of Mount Surprise, 320km south-west of Cairns, this unique outback location attracts a diverse range of traveller. Full of references to the regions rail and mining history, the park includes 75-drive through powered sites and 35 airconditioned cabins, each nestled below a generous canopy of hinterland forest. Popular as a base for exploring the region, those looking for an extra bit of comfort can choose from a range of airconditioned ensuite cabins and units with linen supplied. Tent and Vans sites are spacious, and close to the amenities block and camp kitchen. Other facilities inside the park include accessible accommodation and amenities, a relaxing saltwater pool, a general store and pet-minding service.

    Welcome to Discovery Parks – Rockhampton (formerly known as Big4 Discovery Parks - Rockhampton) on the Tropic of Capricorn in Central Queensland: 10 acres of landscaped gardens, views of majestic Mount Archer and 300 days of sunshine per year. From our holiday park, begin your adventure with a drive to the peak of Mount Archer for spectacular panoramic views.

    Along the Southern Great Barrier Reef, Tannum Sands is an oasis with multi-coloured sunsets and year-round warm climates. For holidaymakers searching for true relaxation, the Gladstone Region is the place to unwind. Hook in some barramundi at Lake Awoonga or Boyne Island.

    Placed in the dry tropics and a sailing trip away from the koalas of Magnetic Island, Discovery Parks – Townsville (formerly BIG4 Walkabout Palms) is a magnificent resort among the palms. The town is your oyster (and the one on your plate is, too!) with a holiday itinerary that will leave a sparkle in your eye.

       On the edge of the Undara Volcanic National Park in Tropical Far North Queensland, Discovery Resorts - Undara delivers access to a world-class geological phenomenon and award-winning accommodation options unique to the Australian outback. Home to one of the world’s longest lava-tube cave systems, this amazing feature formed over 190,000 years ago when a sustained volcanic eruption spewed molten lava down a dry riverbed. Easily accessible from the Savannah Way, Discovery Resorts - Undara is three and a half hours by car from Cairns.