Looking for fitness and exercise activities that the whole family can enjoy during your caravan park getaway? You’ve come to the right place.
Sure, holidays are about taking a break, but that doesn’t mean you have to stay idle. From your daily 30 minutes of physical activity to training for a marathon, there are all sorts of ways for your family to get the heart pumping at G’day Parks, including swimming pools, sports facilities, and on-site gyms.
IN PARK
Swimming
You’re probably already heading to the pool, so why not get in a few laps while you’re at it? Bring your bathers and practise your tumble turns, especially if you’re going to Discovery Parks - Alice Springs, which has a heated lap pool (then hop across to the recreational pool and waterslide).
Sports
Tick the ‘Sports Facilities’ filter when searching for parks, and let the games begin! There’s nothing quite like friendly competition, so challenge the fam to a tennis, basketball, cricket, or volleyball match. It’s game on at Discovery Parks - Moama Waters, which has a half basketball court, netball ring, lawn areas, and tennis courts.
Bouncing Pillow
Bouncing pillows are the ultimate exercise in disguise where kids are concerned; they’ll happily swap time on the couch to play for hours. You can jump for joy at locations all over Australia, like Anglesea Family Caravan Park—where adventures on the Great Ocean Road await.
Gym/Fitness Centre
If you’re a gym rat, there’s no need to give up your hobby on holiday. Use the ‘Gym’ filter to find a park with an on-site fitness centre to keep up those reps. Discovery Parks - Darwin has a great range of equipment, plus a resort-style pool to relax when your daily workout’s done.
Ride Around the Park
Pack the car boot full of scooters, bikes, and skateboards. Parents can have peace of mind as their kids roam around the safe, enclosed holiday park—plus, it’s a fantastic way to strengthen their road safety skills, while watching out for cars and pedestrians. Alternately, search for a park with pedal karts for hire, such as Discovery Parks – Rockhampton, where siblings will love racing each other like it’s real life Mario Kart.
Playgrounds
Playgrounds are a fabulous way for kids to burn off excess energy and engage their fine motor skills. Nobby Beach Holiday Village has two on-site playgrounds—a junior playground and a Ninja warrior-style challenge for bigger kids!
Yoga and Pilates
From cabins with private outdoor patios to shared lawn areas, set down your yoga mat and soak up the nature surrounds—whether it’s a tree canopy overhead or the sound of distant beach waves. You bring your favourite workout, and we’ll bring the green spaces! Some parks also offer Yoga classes as part of their weekly program, like Discovery Parks - Byron Bay.
Pump Track
In-park bike loops are enormous fun – especially for kids – with the gentle thrill of going up and down while pedalling away. Select the ‘Bike/Pump Track’ search filter and you’ll find places like Discovery Parks – Clare for the best of both worlds: an in-park pump track and plenty of local cycling trails.
OUT AND ABOUT
Walking
Cover new ground as you combine your workout with getting to know the local landscape. Wander around the neighbourhood, where you never know what you’ll find, or pick a park near a picturesque location for riverside paths, forest tracks, or beachside strolls. There’s always something to explore in the heart of a national park, and Belair National Park Holiday Park is perfectly placed beside a network of walking trails.
Trail Cycling
Many family cycling trails around Australia make for a fun day out. Pack a picnic in your backpack, pump up those tyres (tip: filter to find a holiday park with a bike station), and then pedal off on your adventures! Discovery Parks – Airlie Beach is a great location for riding around the Whitsundays, and they’ve even got eBikes for hire in park.
Running
Hit the ground running! Find a local trail for a solo jog, ask if your kids want to join and let them set the pace, or see if there’s a nearby parkrun event. Margaret River is a beautiful place to run, where you can head off in a new direction every day using Discovery Parks – Margaret River as your starting point.
Canoeing and Kayaking
With so many waterfront G’day Parks, it’d be silly not to hit the water! If you’ve got one, strap your canoe, kayak, or paddle board to the car roof or into the trailer. Otherwise, choose a park where you can hire equipment from the front desk – like Lake Tinaroo Holiday Park in Queensland – to enjoy your favourite on-water activities.
Hiking
In such a beautiful country, there’s bound to be a family-friendly hike nearby for climbing mountains, traversing cliffs, or trekking through a national park. Make sure you ask the park’s reception staff about their favourite trails—they may know some hidden gems! There’s no better place to hike than Tasmania’s Cradle Mountain, and Discovery Parks – Cradle Mountain puts your family right on its doorstep.
Mountain Biking
Hold onto your handlebars, because it’s time to go mountain biking! Many regional areas have made recent investments in MTB trails and tracks catering for all levels of skill. Creswick Holiday Park even has their own bespoke mountain bike accommodation with space for your bike (along with family-sized cabins).
Water Thrills
Thrill seekers can enjoy a variety of water-based activities, depending on where they stay. Test your balance while water skiing at a lakefront location like Lake Brockman Tourist Park, navigate white water on the Mitta Mitta River near Omeo Holiday Park, or go surfing on exhilarating swells, such as Bells Beach near Torquay Foreshore Caravan Park.
Keen to add a pool, tennis court, or gym to your getaway? Use handy search filters on the G’day Parks app or online to find a park with the leisure and fitness facilities your family needs.
