The Best Attractions In Hadspen

Discovery Parks - Clare

Discovery Parks -- Clare is a two hour drive from Adelaide, the gateway to the Eyre Peninsula and the South Australian outback.
Set out on ambling bike rides or leisurely walks along the famous Riesling Trail, indulge in fresh produce and internationally renowned wines at the myriad of cellar doors, or set off on a day trip to enjoy all the attractions of the bustling capital.
Nestled amongst 30 acres of beautiful bush, the caravan park has an abundance of features for all the family to enjoy -- whether it's the in-ground heated pool, jumping pillow, bicycle hire or various barbeque facilities.

Discovery Parks - Mornington, Hobart

Discovery Parks -- Mornington Hobart on the Southern Shore is less than half an hour from the nearby towns of Richmond and Kingston, with Launceston just under 3 hours away. Hobart is easily reached from the mainland, with daily flights from all major Australian cities, and the 'Spirit of Tasmania' ferry services operating from Melbourne. With other Discovery Parks located throughout Tasmania including Hadspen and Strahan, Tasmania is an ideal touring holiday destination

With views to Mount Wellington, Discovery Parks -- Mornington Hobart is set in beautifully maintained grounds, just 10 minutes from the bustling city centre.

Nestled on the beautiful Derwent River, Hobart offers an extensive range of activities and attractions for the whole family. Just 20 minutes from Hobart, the summit of Mount Wellington offers stunning views of Hobart, Bruny Island and the Tasman Peninsula, with bushwalking trails for all fitness levels.

Each Saturday, the bustling Salamanca Markets comes alive with local produce and handcrafts available, while nearby Constitution Dock, the finishing line of the annual Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race, offers a wide selection of cafes and restaurants.

Nestled in the Coal River Valley just 30 minutes from Hobart, the historic town of Richmond features Australia's oldest bridge, Richmond Bridge, built by convicts in 1823.

Named 2008 and 2009 Best Heritage Tourism Experience in Australia by Gourmet Traveller Magazine, the Port Arthur Historic Site offers a rich insight into Australia's convict past. Set on 40 hectares featuring 30 buildings, extensive ruins and beautiful gardens, this World-Heritage listed site offers a full day of sightseeing, just 1 and a half hours from Hobart.

A 20 minute ferry ride from Kettering just outside Hobart will deliver you to Bruny Island, home of the prestigious Bruny Island Surf Classic. Renowned for its stunning natural beauty and abundant wildlife, Bruny Island offers cruises, bushwalking, bird-watching and Fairy Penguin tours.

Discovery Parks -- Mornington is well positioned to enjoy all that Hobart and the surrounding area has to offer and features a range of accommodation from Economy Cabins to Superior Cottages. Our 3.5 star self-contained Superior cottages offer sleeping for 5 people and feature separate lounge / dining with gas-log heater, full kitchen and separate bathroom, while our Spa Cottages sleep 2 and feature a luxury spa bath. Our Economy and Standard Cabins sleep 5 to 6 and feature electric heating, cooking facilities and en-suite bathroom.

With communal BBQs and a large playground, Discovery Parks -- Mornington is the perfect base for your next family holiday.

Discovery Parks - Cradle Mountain

Discovery Parks -- Cradle Mountain (formerly Cosy Cabins Cradle Mountain) on the boundary of the Cradle Mountain National Park in Tasmania's Western Wilderness is just over an hour from Burnie, Latrobe and Deloraine. This park offers the sanctuary of this stunning region, with all the conveniences of Sheffield less than one hour away. With other Discovery Parks located in the nearby coastal town of Devonport, under 2 hours away, this is the ideal touring holiday region.

Cradle Mountain is the start of the famous Overland Track. Covering 161,000 hectares, the national park offers a range of guided and non-guided walks for all fitness levels, including the popular 6km Dove Lake Circuit and Marion's Lookout Walk. Dove Lake Canoe Tours (seasonal) with experienced guides provides all the necessary instruction to enjoy this beautiful glacial lake from a modern double canoe. Horseback trail rides and helicopter flights are available outside the park boundary with Devils@Cradle offering guided day and night tours of their resident Tasmanian Devil population.

Just over an hour away, the nearby Mole Creek Karst National Park is home to the famous Marakoopa and King Solomon Caves with their stunning display of stalactites, stalagmites, and glow-worms.

Discovery Parks -- Cradle Mountain offers a range of self-contained cottages with sleeping from 4 to 5 people. All feature gas log-heated fires, en-suite bathroom, TV/DVD, Austar and full kitchens, with the Spa Cottage featuring a luxurious spa bath. We also have family style cabins accommodating up to 6. Our Backpacker / hostel complex offers a range of bunkhouses, featuring either bunk-beds, or a Queen bed and 2 bunk-beds providing ideal family accommodation. Each room is heated and offers access to the fully equipped shared kitchen and dining hall. Our powered and unpowered sites are beautifully located in a bush setting, featuring our stunning cooking shelters with fire places to create the perfect camping experience.

With a range of day spas and dining options nearby, Discovery Parks -- Cradle Mountain is the ideal couples or family holiday destination.

Low Head Tourist Park Accommodation Cabin Powered Unpowered Sites

Caravan Park Low Head Tourist, family holiday park accommodation Georgetown Northern Tasmania, ensuite cabins, powered, unpowered campsites.

Discovery Parks - Adelaide Beachfront

Discovery Parks - Adelaide Beachfront on Semaphore Beach is the perfect year round family holiday destination. Located just 16kms from central Adelaide, this park is conveniently located near the bustling centres of Port Adelaide and Semaphore. The South Australian Maritime Museum, National Railway Museum and South Australian Aviation Museum are all located in the heart of Port Adelaide, with AAMI Football Stadium less than 10 minutes away. The area offers excellent dining, shopping and guided tours.

Home to Giant Pandas, Wang-Wang and Funi, Adelaide Zoo, offers a range of daily exhibitions and the ever-popular Children's Zoo with over 120 animals to meet. Further afield, the 1000 hectare Monarto Zoo houses an array of African animals including lions, cheetahs, giraffes and the incredible American Bison.

The famous wine regions of McLaren Vale and the Barossa Valley are easy day trips, with whale watching at Victor Harbour only an hour and a half away. The historic town of Handorf is home to an array of German bakeries and specialty shops plus the famous Beerenberg Farm, renowned for its range of jams and preserves.

Discovery Parks - Adelaide Beachfront is a perfect base to explore this rich city and offers a full range of accommodation options from powered or unpowered camp or caravan sites to a cabins and villas. Our 3 and 4 Star Cabins and Villas (sleeping 6) offer ideal self-contained family accommodation and come complete with reverse cycle air-conditioning, colour TV, fridge/freezer, microwave oven, crockery, kitchen utensils, cutlery and cookware. Our 3 Star Spa Cabin is the perfect romantic weekend getaway, offering a luxurious spa bath and separate Queen bed accommodation.

Discovery Parks - Hobart

Discovery Parks -- Hobart is a 10 minute drive to the city centre and a 15 minute drive to the nearby town of Richmond, with Launceston just under 2.5 hours away. Hobart is easily reached from the mainland, with daily flights from all major Australian cities, and the 'Spirit of Tasmania' ferry services operating from Melbourne. With other Discovery Parks located throughout Tasmania including Hadspen, Tasmania is an ideal touring holiday destination

Set in beautiful bush setting, Discovery Parks -- Hobart is just minutes from the Meehan Range State Recreation Area which offers scenic bushwalking, abseiling and picnic facilities.

Nestled on the beautiful Derwent River, with Mount Wellington offering a dramatic backdrop, Hobart offers an extensive range of activities and attractions for the whole family. Just 20 minutes from Hobart, the summit of Mount Wellington offers stunning views of Hobart, Bruny Island and the Tasman Peninsula, with bushwalking trails for all fitness levels.

Each Saturday, the bustling Salamanca Markets comes alive with local produce and handcrafts available, while nearby Constitution Dock, the finishing line of the annual Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race, offers a wide selection of cafes and restaurants.

Nestled in the Coal River Valley just 30 minutes from Hobart, the historic town of Richmond features Australia's oldest bridge, Richmond Bridge, built by convicts in 1823.

Named 2008 and 2009 Best Heritage Tourism Experience in Australia by Gourmet Traveller Magazine, the Port Arthur Historic Site offers a rich insight into Australia's convict past. Set on 40 hectares featuring 30 buildings, extensive ruins and beautiful gardens, this World-Heritage listed site offers a full day of sightseeing, just 1 and a half hours from Hobart.

A 20 minute ferry ride from Kettering just outside Hobart will deliver you to Bruny Island, home of the prestigious Bruny Island Surf Classic. Renowned for its stunning natural beauty and abundant wildlife, Bruny Island offers cruises, bushwalking, bird-watching and Fairy Penguin tours.

Discovery Parks -- Hobart is well positioned to enjoy all that Hobart and the surrounding area has to offer and features a range of accommodation from en-suite powered caravan sites to cabins, cottages and lodges. Our 3.5 star self-contained cottages and lodges offer sleeping from 4 to 6 people and feature en-suite bathroom, TV/DVD and full kitchen with gas stove and dishwasher. Our Standard Cabins are ideal for larger families or groups, and feature electric heating, while our Economy Cabins offer sleeping from 4 to 6 people, and feature kitchenette and en-suite bathroom.

Offering a fully-serviced Conference Centre, internet access plus beach volley-ball court and playground, Discovery Parks -- Hobart is ideal for corporate functions, large groups or family holidays.

Discovery Parks - Rockhampton & Lake Maraboon on Whats Up Downunder

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Discovery Parks - Rockhampton

Discovery Parks -- Rockhampton (formerly Tropical Wanderer Resort) on the Tropic of Capricorn in Central Queensland is the ideal holiday or corporate event destination.  Set on the banks of the Fitzroy River, Rockhampton is a 1 and a half hour drive from Gladstone and 3 hours from Mackay.

Surrounded by the Berserker Ranges, stunning views of Rockhampton can be enjoyed from the top of Mt Archer in the nearby Mt Archer National Park.

Known as the 'Beef Capital of Australia', Rockhampton's Gracemere Saleyards on the outskirts of the city are the largest stud-selling venue in the Southern Hemisphere, while the Great Western Hotel in the heart of the city holds weekly rodeos for those whose want a taste of the country.  Within Rockhampton, there is a wide choice of attractions for the whole family, from the 130 year old, heritage-listed Rockhampton Botanic Gardens (also home to the city's zoo), to the Rockhampton Heritage Village, Dreamtime Cultural Centre and city's Quay Street Heritage Precinct. 

The coastal town of Emu Park is a 30 minute drive and passes the Koorana Crocodile Farm which offers daily guided-tours of its 3000 crocodiles.  Home of the famous Singing Ship Sculpture, Emu Park offers excellent fishing and swimming, with day trips and cruises to Great Keppel Island available from nearby Yeppoon.

Discovery Parks -- Rockhampton offers an extensive selection of accommodation from powered camp and caravan sites, units and apartments, through a range of cabins, villas and chalets. 

Our wide range of self-contained apartments, villas and chalets provide accommodation 2 to 8 people.  Facilities range from basic facilities to kitchenette and full kitchens, with all Standard, Superior and Deluxe accommodation offering airconditioning.

For larger families, our 4.5 Star Deluxe Paradise Apartments sleep 8 and come complete with3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, full kitchen with dishwasher, washing machine and dryer, LCD TV with Playstation and Free Austar, split-system airconditioning in all bedrooms and wireless internet access. 

Our Deluxe Starlight Apartment offers wheelchair access-ramp with handrails, toilet and shower with handrails and fold-down shower seat, plus dedicated parking next to the access ramp.

Our Deluxe Spa Unit offers a 2 person spa, King bed accommodation and Free Austar, with our Deluxe studio unit offering excellent corporate traveller accommodation, complete with desk and wireless internet access.

Our many camp and caravan sites feature individual access to water and power

Located close to Rockhampton's largest shopping centre, and offering 2 swimming pools, a games room, Discovery Parks -- Rockhampton is the ideal destination for a romantic getaway, the family holiday or large sporting group and corporate functions.