Caravanning Holidays in Australia
Posted: Thursday, January 12, 2012 at 11:46:45 AM EST by Southern Cross
As summer fast approaches you might hear the open road calling your name.
To add to your cravings and urges, over the next couple of months we will compile a state-by-state guide of caravanning holidays. Starting in far north Queensland we will work our way, clockwise, around Australia. We will mainly cover short weekend trips in each area but you can use these posts as a guide for a longer journey.
Queensland
North:
In far north Queensland you can’t go past the Great Tropical Drive. This fantastic drive gives you the opportunity to visit amazing sights such as the Great Barrier Reef, Daintree Rainforest, Mission Beach, Hinchinbrook Island and Undara Lava Tubes. It would be so easy to stop for days in just one of these locations as there are so many sights and activities to see and enjoy. The Great Tropical Drive runs from Cairns and winds 2079km to Townsville with numerous experience trails for you to explore with your Southern Cross 5th Wheeler. For more information on the Great Tropical Drive click here.
Central:
It is hard to pin down one spot in central Queensland as there are so many fantastic places to travel with your caravan. You can enjoy paradise like Great Keppel Island and the Capricorn coast, get your urban fix by stopping at Rockhampton or head out to Mt Morgan and relive the days of the gold rush. A popular place for Southern Cross customers is the Carnarvon Gorge where you can see indigenous rock art and stroll along some beautiful walking tracks. There are plenty of caravan sites within central Queensland for both you and your Southern Cross to recharge.
Outback:
To continue our tour around Australia we suggest travelling along the Leichhardt Highway from Yeppoon to Goondiwindi. The Leichhardt winds through quiet country towns amidst amazing Australian country scenery. After leaving Yeppoon and Rockhampton make a stop at Biloela and take a look at the giant silo. This will provide you with an educational look at the agricultural industry. Leaving Biloela, head to Isla Gorge National Park as it is a truly great experience. Lake Murphy Conservation Park is a popular caravan site to spend the night just as Ludwig Leichhardt did in 1844. One place along the Leichhardt the ladies shouldn’t miss is Miles. The town of Miles is the wildflower capital of the Western Downs and boasts one of Australia’s best historical collections. Fellas, you will be getting her praise if you swing through this country town. Whilst you’re in the flora mood, have a look at Myall Park Botanic Gardens. These gardens have a worldwide reputation and showcase some rare and endangered species of Australian flora. The Leichhardt Highway continues through Goondiwindi and heads on to The Gums before you start to head to the home of Southern Cross Caravans, south-east Queensland.
South:
After the floods earlier this year the south-east is better than ever before, especially the town of Toowoomba. There are so many gardens to visit in Toowoomba, along with pubs and bakeries to fill the belly. From Toowoomba head slightly north-east to the Sunshine Coast. Get your toes wet on one of the beautiful beaches or spend a day at Australia Zoo, home of the Crocodile Hunter. You can pick strawberries or climb the Glasshouse Mountains before heading to the capital of Queensland, Brisbane. A must for any caravan enthusiast in Brisbane is to book a tour of the Southern Cross Caravans factory. This is where quality and workmanship blend with comfort and design for your travelling pleasure. Brisbane is a hub for whatever suits your travel requirements. You can sail out on Moreton Bay, or enjoy a coffee in the Summit restaurant at the top of Mt Coot-tha with fantastic views of the city both day and night. We end our Queensland guide at the Gold Coast. There is so much to enjoy and explore on the Gold Coast, beach and bush, country and city. We recommend you head to Mount Tamborine and pick up some of the world famous Granny Mac’s fudge and then savor your fudge at the foot of Cedar Creek falls.
Queensland is so big and beautiful that no matter where you go or how many times you have been there, there is always something new to see and do.
We hope this has been informative for you. If you have a favourite travelling spot in Queensland or anywhere in Australia we would love to hear from you by filling in this form or commenting below.
