Beachfront Camping in Queensland

Enjoy the stunning coastline of Queensland at these beachfront camping spots and spend sunshine-filled days by the ocean. If you’re lucky you can catch the sunrise from bed followed by a morning swim before the crowds arrive. All of these sites are campervan friendly and 2WD accessible, so book your next Drifters road trip and head to the coast. 

Coolum Beach Holiday Park

If you want a super easy camping trip, pick up your Drifters campervan in Coolum Beach and head 3km down the road to the local holiday park. With direct access to a patrolled beach and the bright lights of Coolum within walking distance, the campsite is an ideal spot for a beach holiday. It’s in no way isolated and gets busy during the peak season but if you can’t function without barista coffee and a hot shower, stay here. See our Locals Guide to Coolum for more details on what to do while you’re in town. 

Location: Google Maps
Bookings: Coolum Beach Holiday Park
Price: From $58 per night for a beachfront Top of Dune site
Facilities: 

• Direct access to patrolled beach
• Hot showers & toilets (3 amenities buildings)
• Camp kitchen – with fridge, BBQs and hotplates
• Free WiFi
• Close to cafes, restaurants and shops

Noosa North Shore Beachfront Campground

One of our top spots on the Sunshine Coast, Noosa North Shore campground is in a stunning natural setting surrounded by bush and beach. Less of a “holiday park” and more of a campsite (but with great amenities) is a good choice when you want more of an escape. To get to Noosa North Shore, drive to Tewantin and take a short car ferry ride across the Noosa river – the ferry fare is $10 each way – then follow the road as far as it goes before it becomes 4WD only. A truly special spot, bookings are essential. 

Location: Google Maps
Bookings: Noosa Holiday Parks
Price: $35 per night for an unpowered site
Facilities: 

• Absolute beachfront camping
• Hot showers & flushing toilets
• Camp kitchen
• Fires are not allowed

Inskip Peninsula, Rainbow Beach

Ten minutes from the town of Rainbow Beach, Inskip Peninsula Recreation Area has beachside camping in the national park. Sleep under the trees and wake to the sounds of waves. Amenities are basic and there is no running water so make sure you have plenty packed. Permits are required and not all sites are 2WD accessible so check the maps before you go – all the info is on the QLD parks website linked below.

Location: Google Maps
Bookings: QLD Parks
Price: $6.85 per person per night
Facilities: 

• Hybrid toilets
• No showers or running water
• Beachfront camping in the bush
• Surrounded by nature

Cylinder Beach, Stradbroke Island

A shady campground on Stradbroke Island that faces Cylinder Beach and a popular spot for surfers. Close to the cafes, boutiques, and restaurants of Point Lookout, it’s easy to spend a few days on island time. The easterly point makes Stradbroke a top spot for whale watching during migration season, with a cliff walk to fully soak in the views. To get there take the vehicle ferry to North Stradbroke Island from Cleveland.

Location: Google Maps
Bookings: Minjerribah Camping
Price: $69 per night
Facilities: 

• Beachside camping
• Hot showers & flushing toilets
• BBQ facilities
• Free WiFi
• Fires are not allowed

Cotton Tree Holiday Park

Another popular holiday park on the Sunshine Coast, you can’t go wrong with this beautiful spot at Cotton Tree. Situated at the Maroochy River mouth, the calm waters are perfect for paddleboarding or lying on a lilo all day. It also has access to Maroochydore beach if waves are more your thing. It’s the best of both worlds here – the beach is swathed with palm trees that can feel like a tropical island but with plenty of shops and cafes just across the road in Cotton Tree, a skinny iced latte is never too far away! 

Location: Google Maps
Bookings: Cotton Tree Holiday Park
Price: $55 per night
Facilities: 

• Access to calm river mouth and main beach
• Hot showers & flushing Toilets
• Camp kitchen
• Free WiFi
• Close to cafes and boutiques of Cotton Tree

Agnes Water Beachfront Holiday Park

Agnes Water is Queensland’s most northern surf beach and the southern gateway to the Great Barrier Reef. The Holiday Park is located right on Agnes Water Beach, great for surfing, kayaking and SUPs. Explore Agnes and the neighbouring town of 1770 or book a tour to nearby Lady Musgrave Island to snorkel the reef and meet some turtles. 

Location: Google Maps
Bookings: NRMA Parks & Resorts
Price: From $39 per night
Facilities: 

• Beachfront
• Hot showers & flushing toilets
• Campsite cafe

Tallebudgera Creek Tourist Park

Located on the banks of sparkling Tallebudgera Creek, many of the camping spots have waterfront views to enjoy from your bed. There’s a netted swimming area in the creek plus a patrolled surf beach 300 metres from the park. A short stroll across the bridge will take you to the beautiful Burleigh Heads National Park where you can explore scenic walking tracks through lush rainforest.

Location: Google Maps
Bookings: Gold Coast Tourist Parks
Price: $94 per night for a waterfront site
Facilities: 

• Access to creek and surf beach
• Hot showers & flushing toilets
• 3 swimming pools
• Tennis courts
• Camp kitchen

Pialba Tourist Park, Hervey Bay

Adjacent to a long stretch of beach, this tourist park in Hervey Bay is a good spot to stay if you’re in town for whale watching season – or any time of the year. Facilities are a bit dated but well maintained and the ocean views make it a great place to unwind. 

Location: Google Maps
Bookings: Pialba Tourist Park
Price: $53 per night for a beachfront site
Facilities:

• Beachfront
• Hot showers & flushing toilets
• Camp kitchen & BBQ area
• Shops & cafes nearby

Itching to get your toes in the sand?

Pick your spot or pick a few and follow the coastline on your next road trip! Explore Queensland beaches in our campervans.