Best family holiday parks in NSW
Looking for top-ranked, kid-friendly holiday parks in NSW?
We’re featuring an excellent assortment of fun-filled BIG4 parks, voted by readers of the popular travel magazine and website, Holiday with Kids, among the best of the best.
NRMA Ocean Beach Holiday Resort, Umina Beach, Central Coast
Ranked: No.1
Set on the stunning Umina Beach, just 1.5 hours from Sydney, this beachfront resort is perfect for a fun-filled family escape. With a range of accommodation from glamping tents to villas and spacious sites, there’s something for every family.
Key family features: Resort pool with spa, water splash park, Jumping Pillow, adventure playground, kids’ club, beach kiosk, and free Wi-Fi.
BIG4 Easts Beach Holiday Park, Kiama
Ranked: No.2
With its heavenly beachfront location, superb facilities, and excellent accommodation, it’s no wonder guests return to this ever-evolving south coast holiday park time and again. A family favourite.
Park highlights
- Aquaventure park
- Pool complex
- Toddlers’ play corner/games room
- Jumping Pillow
- Café and mini-mart
- Playground
- Kids’ club (seasonal)
- Nature walks
- Camp kitchen
While in the area…Stop by the 'furious' Kiama Blowhole or latch onto stellar views from Saddleback Mountain Lookout.
BIG4 Narooma Easts Holiday Park
Ranked: No. 3
Set on the stunning Wagonga Inlet, this family-friendly holiday park offers endless adventure, from water sports to wildlife encounters. With a variety of accommodation options and fantastic on-site activities, it’s the perfect place to make lasting memories.
Key family features: Monty’s Island Oasis indoor heated splash park and spa pool, jumping pillow, pedal-powered go-karts, tennis court, recreation room, outdoor chess board, and waterfront gym equipment.
Tasman Holiday Parks - North Star, Hastings Point
Ranked: No.4
This family-friendly retreat sits perfectly between the Gold Coast and Byron Bay. With spacious villas, cosy lodges, and powered sites, it’s a haven for both relaxation and adventure.
Key family features: Giant aqua park, water slides, kids’ club, playgrounds, seasonal activities, and an adults-only leisure centre with spa and sauna.
NRMA South West Rocks Holiday Resort, Mid North Coast
Ranked: No.7
Set in the coastal town of South West Rocks, this pet-friendly resort is perfect for a beachside family escape. With villas, safari tents, and grassy sites, there’s an option for every kind of holiday.
Key family features: Shipwreck Island waterpark, swimming pool, mini golf, go-karts, kids’ club, bouncing pillow, and playground.
BIG4 Tweed Billabong Holiday Park
Ranked: No.9
Families will be spoiled for choice at this award-winning northern NSW park. Much like the name suggests, The Billabong, is at its heart, gifting excellent opportunities to fish, swim, and SUP. And that is only the start.
Park highlights
- Water park
- The Billabong
- Resort-style pools
- Camp kitchen with adjoining deck
- Playgrounds
- Jumping cushion
- Coffee cart (selected times)
- Seasonal kids’ club
- Outdoor movies
While in the area…Head across the border and explore the wealth of family entertainment on offer along the Gold Coast.
BIG4 Saltwater Yamba Holiday Park
Ranked: No.19
Just 10 minutes from the charming coastal town of Yamba, this riverside retreat is packed with adventure for the whole family. With a thrilling water park, a 26-metre flying fox, and access to 195 kilometres of waterways, there’s no shortage of fun. Whether you're kayaking, paddleboarding, or relaxing in a spacious cabin or campsite, this park offers the ultimate family escape.
Key family features: Water park and pool, 26-metre ‘Wicked Wire’ flying fox, kayak and paddleboard hire, dedicated dog park, and riverfront unpowered campsites.
BIG4 Park Beach Holiday Park, Coffs Harbour
Rank: No.11
BIG4 Park Beach Holiday Park sits near Coffs Harbour’s top surfing and swimming beach, plus the Marina’s attractions and eateries. Stay in a villa or set up on a camping or caravan site, with adjoining and accessible options available.
Park highlights:
- Resort-style pool with slides and a giant tipping bucket
- 18-hole mini golf course
- Jumping pillow
- Pedal karts for hire
- Two playgrounds, including a basketball court
- Parkies Poolside Café
- Camp kitchen
- Kids' club
While in the area...From September to November, whale watching delights young and old. For an unforgettable experience, visit the Big Banana Fun Park, offering rides and activities like mini-golf, laser tag, and toboggan rides.
NRMA Darlington Holiday Resort, Coffs Coast
Ranked: No.12
Nestled between subtropical forest and a pristine 6km beachfront, this eco-friendly resort is a family paradise just 25 minutes from Coffs Harbour. With villas, safari tents, and spacious campsites, it’s the perfect spot to relax, explore, and make lasting memories.
Key family features: Waterpark, resort-style pool, kids’ club, pump track, archery range, tennis courts, lawn bowls, and a licenced café.
BIG4 Ingenia Holidays Soldiers Point
Ranked: No.13
Set in the heart of Port Stephens, this family-friendly park offers endless fun, no matter the weather. Little ones will love the indoor splash park with slides and water features, while the outdoor pool, pedal karts, and tennis courts keep everyone entertained. With a range of accommodation from airstream caravans to cabins and ensuite sites, it’s the perfect base for exploring the region’s stunning beaches and bushland.
Key family features: Indoor splash park, outdoor pool with slide, pedal karts, tennis courts, playground, jump pad, and bowling area.
BIG4 Happy Hallidays
Ranked: No.14
With endless activities for kids, this coastal getaway promises non-stop fun, rain or shine. Little ones can burn energy in the indoor pool, soft play centre, and games room, while outdoor adventures include a swimming pool with a slide, mini-golf, and a playground. Whether splashing, racing, or playing, there’s something for every family member to enjoy.
Key family features: Indoor swimming pool, soft play centre, games room, outdoor pool with slide, toddler pool, mini-golf, playground, and tennis court.
*Source: Holidays with Kids' 2024 Awards.