Brisbane offers a mix of riverside escapes, bayside retreats and greenbelt hideaways all within easy reach of the city. Whether you tow a caravan, pitch a tent or prefer a cabin, these family-friendly parks give you quick access to wildlife sanctuaries, playgrounds, beaches and bike trails. Below they’re grouped by travel time from Brisbane CBD.
Brisbane is also a popular starting point for longer Australian road trips, not just a quick local getaway. Many travellers pick up their camper, spend a day or two exploring the city, then hit the road toward other iconic spots.
Plus with the Apollo Camper branch conveniently located in Brisbane, picking up and dropping off your campervan is a breeze. Choosing an Apollo Campervan allows travellers to seamlessly navigate through the city and its surrounding areas, providing the opportunity to discover hidden gems and picturesque landscapes off the beaten path. So read on, get inspired and start planning your Brisbane family road trip adventure today.
Holiday parks within 15–20 min from Brisbane city
Perfect for locals needing a short escape or travellers easing into a longer adventure. These parks offer a comfortable base close to the city, ideal for your first night on the road.
If you’ve just picked up your campervan, we recommend driving no more than an hour on that first day, especially after a flight. Staying at a nearby campground gives you time to settle in, stock up on supplies and familiarise yourself with your vehicle before properly hitting the road.
Brisbane Holiday Village
Distance from Brisbane city to Brisbane Holiday Village: 15 km
This resort-style park sits just off the Pacific Motorway, making it easy to be in South Bank or the CBD in under twenty minutes. It feels more like a waterpark, with lagoon-style pools, a separate toddlers’ splash zone and an 18-hole mini golf course.
Family friendly features:
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Lagoon style swimming pool
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Putt putt mini golf
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Lagoon restaurant
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Bike track, table tennis and tennis.
Tips from locals: wifi can be patchy around the park, so plan to switch off and enjoy a phone-free break. Or, check out our post for more family friendly things to do in Brisbane.
Brisbane Gateway Resort
Distance from Brisbane city to Brisbane Gateway Resort: 18 km
Wrapped in tropical gardens, this park delivers a quiet atmosphere despite being just off the Bruce Highway. Well-shaded powered sites sit beside two pools and a covered playground. Camp kitchens and coin-operated laundry make longer stays stress-free.
Family friendly features:
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Large swimming pool
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Tennis court
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Playground
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BBQ Area
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Free Wiwi
Tips from locals: Bring extra fans, as the park can get very warm in summer and air-conditioning only runs in the living area. Head into the city for a bite to eat at the popular East Street, or to check out the man-made beach at the South Bank Parklands.
Aussie Gardens Caravan Park
Distance from Brisbane city to Aussie Gardens Caravan Park: 15 km
Aussie Gardens Caravan Park is two minutes from Westfield Garden City and ten minutes from the CBD. You’ll find new holiday villas, ensuite cabins, standard cabins and onsite caravan sites. Weekly rentals include linen and towels at no extra cost, and being family owned means the village feels safe and welcoming for everyone. The park itself is simple and there aren’t loads of onsite activities for children, but there’s a pool and if you pack your own board games and activities, the kids will have plenty to keep them entertained.
Family friendly features:
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Swimming pool
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Token-operated laundry room
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Quiet and welcoming
Public transport tips: There is easy access to major bus routes and the M1, M2 and M3. Perfect for getting to and from activities in Brisbane. Families can easily drive into the city to explore all that Brisbane has to offer such as the Queen Street Mall for some shopping or Kangaroo Point where kids and adults can try their hand at outdoor rock climbing.
Brisbane North Rental Village
Distance from Brisbane city to Brisbane North Rental Village: 13 km
If you’re travelling through Brisbane or looking for a convenient powered caravan site for an overnight, weekly or longer stay, Brisbane North Rental Village in Aspley has you covered. This affordable, clean and well-maintained precinct offers powered sites for caravans, RVs and motorhomes. Essential facilities like showers, toilets and a camp kitchen are all on hand for your comfort.
Tips: Stock up at Aspley Hypermarket (1.7 km away) before you arrive to save on stops. Walk to nearby cafés and family-style restaurants for dinner without driving.
Holiday parks within 30 min from Brisbane city
Still close enough for an easy drive, these parks give you a little more breathing room while keeping Brisbane within reach for day trips or last-minute errands.
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Ingenia Holidays Taigum
Distance from Brisbane city to Ingenia Holidays Taigum: 13 km
Ingenia Holidays Taigum offers self-contained cabins, cottages and condos just 13 kilometres from Brisbane CBD. Guests love its proximity to the Brisbane Entertainment Centre, making it ideal for a mini-break or a show night stay. The park does not offer pet-friendly options, so plan ahead if you travel with animals.
Sandgate Foreshore’s bayside walking track is only 6 km away, and Westfield Chermside or the Brisbane Airport DFO are both around a ten-minute drive.
Family friendly features:
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Swimming pool
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Lush gardens
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Games room and fitness centre
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BBQ area
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Laundry facilities
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Wi-Fi
Tips from locals: Pop into Chermside for dinner or shopping before you unwind back at the park.
Oxley Pines Caravan Park
Distance from Brisbane city to Oxley Pines Caravan Park : 12 km
Set in 10 acres of landscaped grounds on Brisbane’s south-west side, Oxley Caravan Park offers basic caravanning and camping with all the essentials. You’ll find powered, unpowered and shaded tent sites plus cabin and cottage rentals.
Shower blocks, toilets and a camp kitchen keep things simple. The park sits just off the Ipswich Highway, five minutes from a major shopping centre, and a bus stop and train station are right at the entrance.
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Recreation: playground, birdwatching, fishing, bushwalking trails, wildlife viewing, cycling, picnic shelters, boating on the river
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Facilities: powered and unpowered sites, tent and camping areas, cabin/cottage rentals, showers, toilets, picnic tables, laundry and BBQ facilities
Tips from locals: Pack insect repellent for evening birdwatching or riverside picnics.
Galaxy Caravan Park
Distance from Brisbane city to Galaxy Caravan Park: approx 30 km
Nestled midway between Brisbane and the Gold Coast, Galaxy Caravan Park offers roomy, well-kept grounds with private campsites and spotless amenities. It’s the perfect base for family fun, with the Gold Coast’s major theme parks just a short drive south. If you’d rather stay closer to nature, head west to Mount Coot-Tha Summit Lookout for sweeping city and coastal views.
Family friendly features:
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Spacious grounds with plenty of room to play
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Private campsites for added comfort and privacy
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Clean amenities including modern showers and toilets
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Close proximity to Sea World, Movie World and Dreamworld
Tips for your stay: Pack your day-gear the night before so you can hit the theme parks at opening time.
Holiday parks 40 min + from Brisbane city
These options take you out of the metro zone and into Queensland’s bushland, bay and hinterland. Great for that “we’ve officially left” road trip feeling.
BIG4 Sandstone Point Holiday Resort
Distance from Brisbane city to BIG4 Sandstone Point Holiday Resort: 65 km
Overlooking Pumicestone Passage, this award-winning resort delivers lagoon pools, waterslides and a marina backdrop. Wide roads make towing easy, and cabins sit beside the water.
Family friendly features:
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Pool & swim up bar
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Waterpark
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Winter fire pit
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Restaurant and bar
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Basketball and tennis courts
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Playground and jumping pillow
Things to do: Explore Pumicestone Passage. It’s a protected marine park and safe haven for wildlife. Learn to surf or paddle board with Bribie Island Surf School.
NRMA Treasure Island Holiday Park
Distance from Brisbane city to NRMA Treasure Island Holiday Park: 69 km
Located on the northern edge of the Gold Coast, NRMA Treasure Island Holiday Resort delivers a mix of adventure and relaxation across four lagoon-style pools, a splash park and year-round kids’ activities.
Choose from powered caravan sites, camping sites, cabins, villas or glamping tents. Meals are easy at the licensed Bistro, and the licensed bar serves cocktails by the pool.
Family friendly features:
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Movies under moonlight
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Swimming pool
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Kids club
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Bouncing pillow
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Pedal kart hire
Tips for your stay: All the sites and ensuite cabins outside of the peak and premium seasons are pet-friendly.
Bells Caravan Park
Distance from Brisbane city to Bells Caravan Park: 35 km
Nestled on the Redcliffe Peninsula, Bells Caravan Park offers a seaside escape just over half an hour’s drive from Brisbane. You’ll find showers, toilets and a coin-operated laundry for everyday comforts. Opposite the park lies Bells Beach, popular for jet-skiing and windsurfing, while nearby Crockatt and Pelican parks have playgrounds and barbecue facilities.
A foreshore pathway runs from Hornibrook Bridge to Woody Point Jetty, perfect for strolls and bike rides. After exploring local history sites like the HMQS Gayundah shipwreck, drop in at takeaway shops or cafés for fish and chips.
Family friendly features:
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Powered and unpowered sites
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Tent and camping areas
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Cabin and cottage
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rentals
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Picnic shelters and BBQ stations
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Boat ramps at Woody Point and Pelican Park
Tips from locals: If you plan to fish, bring your own gear. Local tackle shops rent rods but stocks can run low on weekends.
Willowbank Caravan Park & Motel
Distance from Brisbane city to Willowbank Caravan Park: 50 km
Located just outside Ipswich in the Scenic Rim region, Willowbank Caravan Park & Motel is ideal for your gateway to bushwalking, mountain biking, raceway events and country pub lunches. You can choose newly renovated motel rooms, standard or deluxe cabins, powered and unpowered caravan or camping sites. Pets are welcome on site.
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great campsites for campervan hires
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a playground
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BBQ areas
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swimming pool
Top tips: From here make your way easily into the city to check out the sights, such as the Wheel of Brisbane and the Museum of Brisbane. Or, stay local and explore Queens Park and River Heart. It provides lush gardens, picnic spots and riverside walks amid native flora and waterways.
Ready to book your Brisbane family road trip?
With so many great places to stay and things to do in Brisbane on a family road trip, it’s now time to book your camper. Apollo has a great range of campervans to suit every family, as well as so many campervan itineraries to help you create the best family holiday yet. To get out there and start exploring Australia as soon as possible, book your campervan today, either online or in a branch.
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Brisbane is a city that offers a diverse range of experiences and activities to suit every traveller. For families, there are some wonderful things to do in Brisbane, as well as great family-friendly places to stay.
Whether you prefer to stay a little out of the city or right in the heart, there is sure to be a Brisbane holiday park perfectly suited to your family. This blog is going to list our top picks for family-friendly holiday parks in Brisbane, as well as nearby family-friendly activities and experiences to enjoy.
Plus with the Apollo Camper branch conveniently located in Brisbane, picking up and dropping off your camper promises to be a breeze. So read on, get inspired and start planning your Brisbane family road trip adventure today.
What’s Brisbane known for?
Brisbane has earned its reputation as a city that embodies the essence of a warm subtropical paradise. Renowned for its year-round pleasant climate, Brisbane invites visitors to indulge in the wonderful outdoor lifestyle it embodies.
The city is nestled along the Brisbane River, which not only provides a picturesque backdrop but also serves as a hub for various water-based activities. The vibrant spaces along the river have become a focal point for locals and tourists, offering a harmonious blend of green spaces, entertainment, and a lively atmosphere. One of Brisbane's gems is the South Bank Parklands, a sprawling oasis along the river, featuring extensive parklands, walking paths, and an array of cultural attractions.
What’s the best way to explore Brisbane?
With its stunning landscapes, vibrant city life, and numerous attractions, it would come at no surprise that we highly recommend exploring Brisbane with the freedom and flexibility offered by an Apollo Camper. Choosing an Apollo Campervan allows travellers to seamlessly navigate through the city and its surrounding areas, providing the opportunity to discover hidden gems and picturesque landscapes off the beaten path.
The convenience of having mobile accommodation ensures that you can adjust the itinerary, stopping at iconic landmarks, beautiful beaches, and lush hinterlands at your own pace. Whether it's exploring the city's thriving arts scene, enjoying outdoor activities, or immersing yourself in the local cuisine, an Apollo Camper provides the perfect means to create lasting memories in this dynamic Australian city. So if you’ve been considering how to travel with the family, trust us when we say a family campervan trip in Australia will be one to remember.
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Our top family-friendly holiday park picks in Brisbane
With so many wonderful things to do in Brisbane, it’s important to make sure you stay at all the best campsites and holiday parks in Brisbane. Below are our top picks when travelling in and around the area.
1. Brisbane Holiday Village
The Brisbane Holiday Village is conveniently located just 15 minutes south of the CBD. When it comes to family camping in Brisbane, this place has all you could need and more. With spacious powered campsites, a lagoon-style pool, well-equipped playgrounds and modern amenities.
amilies are within easy reach of great attractions including Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary and the Queensland Museum.
2. Brisbane Gateway Resort
When seeking out a family-friendly caravan park in Brisbane to park an Apollo Camper, the Brisbane Gateway Resort is a great choice. The lush surroundings and well-maintained grounds create a tranquil atmosphere, perfect for relaxing after a day exploring the city sights. With spacious campsites, morning amenities and kids playgrounds, the Brisbane Gateway Resort will feel like a home away from home, especially in the comfort of your camper.
This holiday park is conveniently located and easily accessible from the city centre, making it a hassle-free destination for families seeking a fun-filled getaway. Head into the city for a bite to eat at the popular East Street, or to check out the man-made beach at the South Bank Parklands.
3. Aussie Gardens Caravan Park
Another wonderful family-friendly caravan park near Brisbane city is the Aussie Gardens Caravan Park. Situated amidst lush green gardens, the park offers a serene and comfortable environment for families to unwind and create lasting memories on a campervan holiday. With spacious camping sites and modern facilities, this place has all you need for a great stay.
Families can easily drive into the city to explore all that Brisbane has to offer such as the Queen Street Mall for some shopping or Kangaroo Point where kids and adults can try their hand at outdoor rock climbing. A very unique and adrenaline-pumping experience to enjoy as a family.
4. Greenacres Caravan Park
Situated in the picturesque outskirts of Brisbane, Greenacres Caravan Park offers a wonderful stay for families on a road trip holiday. Greenacres Caravan Park boasts spacious and well-maintained grounds, and great amenities, including playgrounds and recreational areas, catering to the families to ensure that children and adults alike enjoy a memorable stay.
Conveniently located just a short drive from the heart of the city, this tranquil haven is easily accessible, making it an ideal choice for families seeking a peaceful retreat without sacrificing proximity to urban attractions. Easily drive into the city to enjoy all it has to offer including the New Farm Park which is a perfect destination to enjoy a picnic lunch, or the Brisbane Powerhouse which is sure to leave the whole family in awe thanks to the inspiring events, experiences and performances on show.
5. Galaxy Caravan Park
The Galaxy Caravan Park is conveniently located between Brisbane and the Gold Coast, making it a great choice for families who want to be based between the two cities. The park boasts spacious and well-maintained grounds, private campsites and clean amenities.
There are great options nearby to discover in your camper including the popular Gold Coast theme parks which are an easy drive south of the caravan park. If theme parks aren’t your thing then take a drive out to the Mount Coot-The Summit Lookout. From here take in the expansive views of the city and beyond.
6. Willowbank Caravan Park
Willowbank Caravan Park is another family-friendly place to stay in Brisbane that we’re sure you’ll love. Conveniently located just a short drive from the heart of the city, this holiday park offers a hassle-free journey for travelling families. With great campsites for campervan hires, a playground, BBQ areas, and a swimming pool, the whole family will feel at home.
From here make your way easily into the city to check out the sights, such as the Wheel of Brisbane and the Museum of Brisbane, two great experiences to enjoy while exploring the area.
7. Brisbane North Rental Village
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