Get Ready to Relax at Australia’s Best Riverside Parks

You’ve heard all the buzz about Australia’s beachfront getaways, but we're lucky to have another equally awesome set of waterfront destinations. That’s right—today, we’re talking riverside escapes!

Discovery Parks - Renmark Riverfront

All around the country, you can find cabins with elevated views over the river or camping and caravan sites on the banks. From family time full of water activities to kicking back on a tranquil holiday, G’day Parks has a bunch of lovely locations that are right next to the river.

Discovery Parks - Maidens Inn, Moama

While the water is the main attraction, there’s loads to enjoy around and beyond the river. Inland beaches. Picnic-perfect grassy spaces. Playgrounds that promise pure fun. Walking and cycling trails with the soundtrack of rushing water. Plus, all of the unique attractions each region has to offer.

Discovery Parks - Mildura, Buronga Riverside

Consider this your ultimate riverside guide to G’day Parks. We’ve got caravan parks near boat ramps to launch everything from lazy days with a fishing rod in hand to high-speed water-skiing adventures. If – let’s be honest, when – one takes your fancy, you know what to do: head to the G’day Parks app or online, and get booking!

The Pelican Holiday Park, NSW

If you weren’t already convinced that Nambucca Heads was the next best thing to paradise, wait until you book a waterfront cabin or site at The Pelican Holiday Park. You’ll step onto your private balcony, open the caravan door, or unzip the tent and be greeted with a blue expanse. It's not just a gorgeous view—it’s a guarantee of days filled with fishing and water activities (thanks to the park’s on-site boat ramp, jetty, and pontoon, along with a pool and scenic camp kitchen).

Book this: Deluxe Two-Bedroom Riverfront Cabin, Superior Two-Bedroom Cabin, Riverfront Powered Site, Superior Studio Cabin, Deluxe One-Bedroom Cabin, Riverfront Cabin Studio, Two-Bedroom River Cabin

Discovery Parks - Mildura, Buronga Riverside, VIC

Show of hands, who’s up for a trip to Discovery Parks - Mildura, Buronga Riverside? After all, nothing says "holiday" quite like milling around in Mildura, whether that means water activities, dining at Feast Street, cruising on a paddle steamer, or exploring wherever the wind takes you. Jump on the bouncing pillow, swim in the pool, or grab an ice cream from the kiosk to enjoy while overlooking the passing boats.

Book this: Deluxe Three-Bedroom Waterfront Cabin, Deluxe Two-Bedroom Waterfront Cabin – Sleeps 6, Deluxe Two-Bedroom Waterfront Cabin – Sleeps 4, Powered Site, Unpowered Site

Riverview Tourist Park, WA

Put the ‘river’ in Margaret River when you stay at Riverview Tourist Park. There’s a spacious grassy area right by the river’s edge where all visitors can chill out with leisure time, picnics, and BBQs. The park also offers canoe hire. Then, it’s up to you to fill your holiday with world-class wineries, surf and swimming beaches, whale watching, hiking trails, and gourmet delights!

Book this: Three Bedroom Chalet - Waterfront

Breakaway Twin Rivers Caravan Park, VIC

Located in Acheron, Breakaway Twin Rivers Caravan Park has a wide selection of riverside cabins and powered sites. Family holiday fun comes easily around here, with a solar-heated swimming pool, tennis court, bouncing pillow, pedal carts, frequent kids’ activities, and plenty of leafy picnic spots. When you’re not enjoying this awesome spot beside the Goulburn River, cycle the Great Victorian Rail Trail, hike through the Cathedral Range, and explore the historic village of Alexandra.

Book this: Riverside Three-Bedroom Villa, Riverside Two-Bedroom Villa, Riverside Deluxe Cabin, Riverside Powered Site, Riverside Slab Site

Discovery Parks - Forster, NSW

At Discovery Parks - Forster, overlook the glassy surface of the Wallamba River from the peace of your own private deck. It’s easy to holiday in style here, with a splash park, resort pool, pump track, hire equipment, seasonal campfires, on-site café, playground, sports facilities, and boat ramp. Pups are also in luck, with an off-leash dog park (and a dog wash to keep them looking fresh all holiday long).

Book this: Deluxe Two-Bedroom Riverfront Cabin, Deluxe Two-Bedroom Cabin – Sleeps 4, Superior Two-Bedroom Riverview Cabin, Deluxe One-Bedroom Riverview Apartment, Deluxe Two-Bedroom Riverview Apartment

Yea Riverside Caravan Park, VIC

Get a taste of the Victorian High Country at Yea Riverside Caravan Park, where the Yea River weaves its way around the park perimeter, offering water views everywhere you turn. In summery weather, dive into the pool, play a round of golf, go fishing (you can even try your hand at fly fishing), or head to the local Yea Winery, Cidery, and Brewery. As for snow season, you might be able to sneak in a trip up to Mt Buller.

Book this: Two-Bedroom Villa, Blue Gum Villa, Unpowered Camping, Powered Site (selected)

Discovery Parks - Renmark Riverfront, SA

You didn’t think we’d forget about SA’s magnificent riverland, did you? Discovery Parks - Renmark Riverfront has amazing river frontage cabins and sites, not to mention an embarrassment of riches when it comes to in-park activities (a swimming pool, bouncing pillow, tennis court, playground, games room, half basketball court, water park, pump track … we could keep going!). You can hire equipment to hit the water, bring a fishing rod, or head out to spend the day at local wineries and distilleries.

Book this: Deluxe Three-Bedroom Riverfront Cabin – Sleeps 8, Superior Two-Bedroom Riverfront Cabin – Sleeps 6, Superior Two-Bedroom Riverfront Cabin – Sleeps 5, Riverfront Powered Site

Rivergardens Holiday Park Mildura, NSW

Experience the magic of the Murray River at Rivergardens Holiday Park Mildura. There’s an in-park boat ramp to launch straight onto the surface, as well as a range of elevated cabins for a stunning waterfront view. Sunset hour is especially impressive around here. Kids will love the pool, bouncing pillow, and seasonal campfires (weather permitting).

Book this: Executive River Cabin – Sleeps 6, Elevated Riverfront Cabin, Executive River Cabin – Sleeps 5, Deluxe Elevated Riverfront Cabin

Discovery Parks - Nagambie Lakes, VIC

“Wow” is the only word that fits the bill when it comes to the water views at Discovery Parks - Nagambie Lakes. Surrounded by the Goulburn River and Lake Nagambie, this park has certainly made the most of its waterfront location with picturesque powered and unpowered sites and cabins. As if the idea of cruises and water activities wasn’t enticing enough, the whole family will love the generous variety of in-park entertainment, including a playground, tennis court, bouncing pillow, swimming pool, on-site café, and activity room.

Book this: Superior Riverside Three-Bedroom Cabin – Sleeps 6, Superior Riverside Two-Bedroom Cabin – Sleeps 5, Superior Riverside One-Bedroom Cabin – Sleeps 2, Superior Two-Bedroom Cabin – Sleeps 5, Powered Site – Waterview, Unpowered Site

Discovery Parks - Maidens Inn, Moama, NSW

It’s almost unfair how many amazing features Discovery Parks - Maidens Inn, Moama has crammed into one park. Extensive river frontage (and waterfront cabins to match). A luxurious lagoon pool. A thrilling water park. Bouncing pillow and playground fun. An activity room, tennis court, and hire equipment. Set off from the in-park boat ramp or sit back on your deck as you wave to Echuca–Moama’s famous paddle steamers.

Book this: Deluxe Three-Bedroom Marina Cabin, Deluxe Two-Bedroom Riverfront Cabin – Sleeps 5, Deluxe Two-Bedroom Riverfront Villa – Sleeps 5, Deluxe Two-Bedroom Riverfront Villa – Sleeps 6, Deluxe Two-Bedroom Riverfront Cabin – Sleeps 6, Deluxe Three-Bedroom Lakefront Cabin, Deluxe Two-Bedroom Riverview Cabin – Sleeps 6, Deluxe Two-Bedroom Cabin – Sleeps 4

Porepunkah Pines Holiday Park, VIC

Sure, skiers flock to Victoria’s High Country in winter, but here's the secret: spring in the alpine regions is equally as beautiful—especially at a riverside location like this. Close to Bright, Mount Buffalo National Park, and the Murray to Mountains Rail Trail, Porepunkah Pines Holiday Park has a swimming pool, playground, and – most importantly – a great range of sites and cabins (including riverview ones).

Book this: Riverview Villa, Superior Spa Cabin

Avoca Dell Caravan Park, SA

At Avoca Dell Caravan Park, sites and accommodation are conveniently spread over different levels to allow views of the mighty Murray River throughout the whole park. From here, you can add paddle steamer cruises, Monarto Zoo safari tours, and water activities to your holiday agenda. Score!

Book this: Deluxe Ensuite Twin, Concrete Slab, Grass Powered Site – Lower Level, Grass Powered Site – Level 2

Deniliquin Riverside Caravan Park, NSW

The riverfront and state forest combine at Deniliquin Riverside Caravan Park, where you can snag a cabin or site with water views. Never fear, there’s a boat ramp to make the most of the river, as well as an activity room, bouncing pillow, and pool. Known as ‘Deni’ by the locals (and the return travellers who’ve fallen in love with this riverside treasure), Deniliquin promises great fun, whether you’re kayaking along the Edward River or hiking and biking in Murray Valley National Park.

Book this: Ensuite Riverfront Site, Powered Site – Riverfront, Riverview Villa – Henty, Riverview Villa – Westerner, Riverview Lagoon Cabin

Thornton Riverbend Holiday Park, VIC

Thornton Riverbend Holiday Park has riverside camping, cabins, and activities covered, from casting out a line to kayaking along the Goulburn River. It doesn’t get any handier than direct river access, plus they’ve also got a large recreation area and shaded pool zone to enjoy sunny days. Just over two hours from Melbourne, it’s the riverside escape from the city’s hustle and bustle you’ve been craving.

Book this: The Goulburn – Three-Bedroom Villa

Apex Riverside Tourist Park, NSW

Apex Riverside Tourist Park is located beside the Lachlan River, with waterfront cabins and sites to kick back, relax, and admire nature. Go boating, swimming, fishing, canoeing, or head into town to dig into the art, culture, and history of Forbes. This park is sure to be the apex of your riverside road trip.

Book this: Riverfront Villa, Riverview Powered Site

Horsham Riverside Caravan Park, VIC

As you travel between Adelaide and Melbourne, add a riverside stay! Horsham Riverside Caravan Park has you beaut views of the Wimmera River, with a boat ramp to turn it into your playground. Speaking of which, the park has a playground for little ones, there’s a tennis court nearby, and you can cook up your day’s catch on the park BBQs.

Book this: Three-Bedroom Riverfront Cabin – Sleeps 8, Two-Bedroom Riverfront Cabin – Sleeps 6

Looking for a riverside holiday park in an unbeatable location? G'day Parks knows just the place to check in for your ideal escape!

Discovery Parks - Nagambie Lakes

With friendly staff, modern amenities, and the in-park features to make your visit extra special, find more great stays near rivers, creeks, and inlets below.

NSW

• Austin Tourist Park

• Ball Park Caravan Park

• Boomerang Way Tourist Park

• Coral Tree Lodge Tourist Village

• Discovery Parks - Casino

• Discovery Parks - Dubbo

• Discovery Parks - Moama Waters

• Discovery Parks - Moama West

• Hay Caravan Park

• Highway Tourist Village

• Moree Tourist Park

• Narrabri Big Sky Caravan Park

• Nyngan Riverside Tourist Park

• Seven Mile Beach Holiday Park

• Shoalhaven Caravan Village.

SA

• Discovery Parks - Lake Bonney.

TAS

• Beauty Point Tourist Park.

VIC 

• Cohuna Waterfront Holiday Park

• Colac Colac Caravan Park

• Discovery Parks - Bright

• Discovery Parks - Echuca

• Discovery Parks - Geelong

• Discovery Parks - Mount Buffalo

• Geelong Holiday Park

• Harrietville Caravan Park

• Kyabram Western Gums Tourist Park

• Myrtleford Holiday Park

• Omeo Holiday Park

• Tarra Valley Retreat

• Yarrawonga Riverlands Tourist Park.

WA

• Mandurah Caravan and Tourist Park

• Walpole Rest Point Caravan Park.