Ah, springtime—when wildflowers are in full bloom, vines bud bright green leaves, and nature puts on a show all around Australia. It’s a great time of year to soak up the country’s natural beauty (with glorious average temperatures) or fill your cup with outdoor activities before the summer peak season and school holidays.
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Looking for somewhere special to spend your spring getaway? We’ve got just the thing—read on for 12 amazing destinations for the season!
Spring Blossoms
Geraldton and the Mid-West Coast, Western Australia
When it comes to the country's best spring wildflowers, Western Australia has made a name for itself. From north to south, the state fills with colour, and the Mid-west Coast is one of the most popular destinations where wildflowers bloom. Geraldton is the ultimate mix of holiday magic—a coastal town that’s perfect for beachy activities, full of street art and café culture, and on the doorstep of many famous WA wildflower trails. Book your campsite or cabin at Belair Gardens Caravan Park, where you can enjoy fun in-park features (like a pool and bouncing pillow) before embarking on drives and hikes among the springtime flowers. Their wildflower season usually runs from late July until early October, which is the best time to visit and embrace the sun-kissed, warm weather by the Indian Ocean.
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Canberra, Australian Capital Territory
Image Credit: Floriade, Canberra, ACT - Floriade Australia
One word: Floriade. It’s the famous flower festival that attracts hundreds of thousands of visitors to the country’s capital city each year from mid-September to mid-October, and this free event lives up to its title as ‘Australia’s Biggest Celebration of Spring’. It’s not too late to book your visit and stay in a lake villa at Capital Country Holiday Park. Along with sites and self-contained accommodation, the park also has mini golf, a tennis court, dog freedom sites, and is just 15 minutes’ drive away from the city centre to explore the rest of Canberra’s famous attractions.
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Coastal Road Trips
Shark Bay, Western Australia
Shark Bay is a legendary World Heritage destination. Immerse yourself in natural wonders like the Hamelin Pool Stromatolites, Francois Peron National Park, and Dirk Hartog Island—along with a visit to Monkey Mia to meet the friendly dolphins that call this paradise home. Nanga Shark Bay Caravan Park is right on the beachfront, with easy access to the shore and a boat ramp so that you can swim, paddle, and fish all day long in the crystal-clear waters. They even have powered sites right on the beach. Best of all, during WA springtime, you’re bound to see a fair few wildflowers around!
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Tasman Holiday Parks – Denham Seaside
East Coast, Tasmania
Image Credit: Binalong Bay, Bay of Fires - Tourism Australia
Spring is the ideal time of year to take a road trip down Tasmania’s stunning East Coast, from the Bay of Fires' orange lichen-covered rocks to the beachside town of Bicheno (with its famous blowhole). Don’t miss a visit to the pristine Binalong Bay, either! Book a luxury glamping tent or a spacious site at Scamander Sanctuary Holiday Park, which is right beside a nature reserve and has direct access to Steels Beach. Located in the middle of the East Coast, you can expect mild temperatures and find adventures in every direction.
Gold Coast, Queensland
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There’s no better way to wake up after your winter hibernation than riding a rollercoaster on the Gold Coast. Known for its theme parks, white sand beaches, and lush rainforest walks, the Gold Coast is an adventure playground for your spring getaway, especially if you’re travelling with kids. A glamping tent or powered site at Paradise Country Farmstay offers something a little bit different; the park has a variety of on-site animal encounters and activities (from egg collecting to twilight animal tours) as well as convenient, in-park eateries and a gorgeous nature setting.
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Cape Jaffa, South Australia
South Australia’s Limestone Coast is ripe for a spring getaway, and we highly recommend Cape Jaffa—a sleepy seaside destination right in the middle of Robe and Kingston SE. Cape Jaffa Holiday Park has direct beach access, and there’s a jetty just across the road to go fishing moments from your cabin or site. As the nearby vines burst into colour, enjoy a long lunch in the Robe Wine Region or Mount Benson Wine Region (or take a day trip to the Coonawarra). Owners of 4WD vehicles can drive along Robe’s famous Long Beach or through Little Dip Conservation Park and Beachport Conservation Park.
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National Parks and The Great Outdoors
Litchfield National Park, Northern Territory
Image Credit: Florence Falls, Litchfield National Park - Tourism Australia
Squeeze in an early-spring visit to Litchfield National Park at the tail end of the Northern Territory’s dry season (May to October). Inside this magnificent national park, expect to see beautiful waterfalls (Tolmer Falls is a highlight), designated croc-safe waterholes and hot springs for swimming, exciting hiking trails, and hundreds of magnetic termite mounds. You can stay right next door at Litchfield Tourist Park, which has a wide range of sites and cabins (including a pet-friendly house!), along with a swimming pool, on-site café, and tree-lined grounds. Before the wet season sets in, it's the perfect time to explore this ancient landscape in Australia's tropical north.
Gippsland, Victoria
Why not book a Gippsland getaway? If what you really want out of your spring break is to switch off, relax, and recharge, then we can’t think of a better place than Glen Cromie Caravan Park. On the banks of the Tarago River, the reserve has swimming spots, walking trails, and large green spaces (ideal for riverside picnics). Whether you want to camp on a riverfront site or cosy up in a cabin, this is the nature escape you’ve been craving. When you want to add some daily excitement, Warragul is just 10 minutes away, this area is full of gorgeous waterfalls, or you could even enjoy local theme park thrills and spills at Gumbuya World.
Yorke Peninsula, South Australia
The Yorke Peninsula is bursting with things to see and do, headlined by incredible national parks like Dhilba Guuranda-Innes National Park, Southern Spencer Gulf Marine Park, and Troubridge Island Conservation Park. Delve into the historic sites of the Moonta Mines and catch a ride on the tourist railway, before checking out coastal towns like Ardrossan, Stansbury, Edithburgh, Wallaroo, and Port Broughton. As you drive from place to place, make sure you stop in at various points along the Australian Silo Art Trail. A day trip to the famous Clare Valley wine region (a.k.a. the home of Riesling) is also on the cards! You can reach the Yorke Peninsula in less than two hours from Adelaide, with a stay at the fantastic Ardrossan Caravan Park. A short walk from the town centre, the park offers powered sites, cabins, and seaview villas with top-notch facilities to boot.
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Wallaroo Beachfront Tourist Park
Forster, New South Wales
Are you ready for the riverfront? From relaxing beside the blue lagoon banks to enjoying your favourite water activities on warm days, the waterfront location of Discovery Parks - Forster is a dream. Add in riverview accommodation, generously sized sites, and a new resort pool and splash park, and you’ve got a spring getaway for the ages on your hands. Hit the tracks of Kiwarrak Mountain Bike Trail, hike through local nature reserves, or visit Big Buzz Fun Park for family-friendly activities. You’re not far from the idyllic expanse of Nine Mile Beach, either, and whale watching season runs through to October.
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Emerald, Queensland
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The Central Highlands are calling your name! From drive-through sites to self-contained cabins, Emerald Cabin and Caravan Village has your holiday stay covered, ready for you to set off on springtime adventures. If you’re keen to explore something new on your next getaway, the Sapphire Gemfields are a unique experience. Join a tour with an experienced miner, then fossick for gemstones in a peaceful nature setting. The Emerald Botanic Gardens showcase another side of nature, and you’ve got to stop by the iconic, 25-metre-high Sunflowers Painting. For water activities, fishing, and sunset views, head to Lake Maraboon.
Wangaratta, Victoria
Wander up to Wangaratta this spring, where you can toast the season at Australia’s home of prosecco – the King Valley Wine Region – and taste your way through the Milawa Gourmet Region. Cycle the Murray to Mountains Rail Trail, keeping your eye out for spring wildflowers, or hike through Chiltern-Mt Pilot National Park. Wangaratta Caravan Park offers cottages, cabins, and powered sites in a restful bushland setting—with a pool for relaxing, a playground for the kids, and an off-leash dog park for furry friends to hit the ground running.
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Beechworth Lake Sambell Caravan Park
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Australia in spring is a wonderful thing, with wildflower walks, beach days, outdoor activities, and long lunches at cellar doors ... and your getaway is just around the corner!
The sunny days and delightful daytime temperatures are practically begging you to book your next spring adventure, especially if you're heading to a shoulder season destination with fewer tourists. Book now via the G’day Parks app or online.
