The Best NRMA Holiday Parks on the NSW Coast
Fresh air, relaxation and the ocean breeze…The NRMA Holiday Parks on the NSW Coast were made for seaside family holidays, right? Here are five top spots to try for an amazing family getaway that above all, the whole family can enjoy.
The Sapphire Coast
Merimbula on the Sapphire Coast of NSW is an enchanting seaside town offering tranquil coastal lakes and rugged ocean beaches. It’s located around halfway between Sydney and Melbourne and around three hours drive from Canberra.
There are some great options for families seeking calmer waters here and as a result, the beaches are a major attraction. However, surfers looking for something a bit more gnarly will also find the ideal beach. For instance, surfers head to Short Point for its consistent surf and million-dollar views and families with younger kids will love Spencer Park beach and playground as its waveless, shallow and clear.
Don’t miss the Merimbula Aquarium, Potoroo Palace Wildlife Sanctuary, great nature-filled walking trails, the nearby national parks, Mumbulla Creek falls and of course, Merimbula Lake. Stroll the Merimbula Boardwalk where you may just spot Merimbula’s resident seal!
The NRMA Merimbula Beach Holiday Park is set on a stunning clifftop location on the NSW Sapphire Coast. School holiday entertainment is certainly sorted with a water park, games room and go-karts. Accommodation options range from camping sites to glamping safari tents through to comfortable villas.
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The Coffs Coast
The Coffs Coast is an amazing seaside destination with kilometres of coastline, lakes, rivers and a 71,000 ha marine park. Don’t miss the Arrawarra Headland Reserve, the dolphin marine conservation park, the largest blueberry farm in Australia, Corindi and Arrawarra Beaches, and the stunning nearby national parks such as Ulidarra National Park and Dorrigo National Park.
Just metres away from the sparking waters of Arrawarra Beach, The NRMA Darlington Beach Holiday Park is subsequently, in a prime location for your sunny seaside family getaway. Only 30 minutes north of Coffs Harbour, the
holiday park spans over 110 acres of a coastal forest full of native wildlife.
The park, or should I say tropical oasis, has an accommodation option for all sized wallets from a modern three bedroom Gumnut villa to camping and RV sites. Kids will go wild for the giant jumping pillow, daily kids club and waterpark with twin slides and dumper bucket.
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NSW South Coast
South Durras is a little-known paradise in NSW, perfectly positioned between forests, ocean beaches and a sparkling lake. The town is surrounded by the Murrumarang National Park so it’s common to find kangaroos on the beaches. Other native animals such as goannas, cockatoos, parrots and wallabies are never far away.
Don’t miss a walk to Wasp Head, the Moruya Country Markets, snorkelling in rock pools at North Head, swimming and paddleboarding in the flat waters of Durras lake, and the opportunity to explore the beautiful Murramarang National Park.
The NRMA Murramarang Beachfront Holiday Park overlooks Beagle Bay and is just 15 minutes north of Batemans Bay and 3.5 hours south of Sydney. To sum up, It’s the perfect spot to relax and forget about the pressures of life. Accommodation ranges from unpowered sites to glamping tents to beachfront villas.
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Mid-North Coast NSW – Myall Lakes
Just 90 minutes north of Newcastle, the Myall Lakes area on NSW’s mid-north coast makes for a stress-free family holiday perfect for both relaxation and water sports. Don’t miss Sugarloaf Point Lighthouse and Seal Rock, the Myall
Shores National Park, Myall Lake and the uncrowded beaches.
The NRMA Myall Shores Holiday Park is set on 1.5km of lakefront in the centre of the Myall Lakes National Park. Accommodation ranges from campsites to glamping through to luxury villas.
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Mid-North Coast NSW – South West Rocks
Located around halfway between Sydney and Brisbane, South West Rocks is a coastal community known for its natural beauty, featuring lush national parks, spectacular beaches and interesting historic sites.
Kids will absolutely love the NRMA South West Rocks Holiday Park. Firstly, the waterpark features a huge pirate ship, slides, a giant tipping bucket and water play fountains as well as the other usual offerings. Accommodation options range from camping to glamping through to 3-bedroom villas.
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Central Coast
Just 90 minutes from Sydney, the Central Coast has plenty of beautiful beaches and activities for the whole family. Don’t miss the daily pelican feeding at The Entrance, swimming at Avoca Rock Pools, Somersby Falls, the Australian Reptile Park and any of the beautiful beaches in the area.
The NRMA Ocean Beach Holiday Park is located directly opposite Umina Beach, one of the Central Coast’s most popular beaches for families. Kids will love the kids club, pool and waterpark, go-karts, jumping pillow, playground and
games room. Accommodation options range from camping through to villas. However, you must check out their Ocean Beach Glamtainers, the new way to glamp!
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PPSSSTTTT …. If QLD beach holidays are more your style, check out Hervey Bay or Townsville.
