Aussies declare beachfront caravan park as their favourite camping spot for 2024

Summer is basically here, and as school holidays and the festive season descends, you may be planning a family road trip or looking for aspirational and affordable travel goals for 2025. And what better way to find a great escape than by sussing out which caravan and holiday parks have been crowned in this year's Jayco's 'Greatest Escapes of 2024' list.

Jayco, an Australian caravan manufacturer, has revealed the data for popular holiday spots this year, with travellers voting the BIG4 Gold Coast Holiday Park as number one for the prestigious title of Best Overall Caravan Park in Australia.

However, when it came to the inaugural People's Choice award, Crescent Head in NSW was chosen and for very good reason. Set between the picturesque river and beach at Crescent Head, one hour from Port Macquarie, and with a variety of affordable accommodation options, the family-friendly and pet-friendly holiday park has been growing in popularity with Aussies looking for a getaway without breaking the bank.

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The beach-front and dog-friendly caravan park from $52 a night voted People's Choice

The Crescent Head Holiday Park overlooks one of the most iconic right-hand surf breaks in the world and the area is known for its spectacular coastal national parks, with plenty of bush walking, fishing, and whale watching activities to keep the family busy.

The holiday park features both lakeside and surfside accommodation with a selection of powered sites, cabins, and bungalows to choose from, and yep, it welcomes your four-legged pals!

The caravan sites start from $52 a night, with a minimum of three nights booking over the summer period.

Crescent Head Holiday Park accommodation options

If caravanning isn't your thing, the holiday park boasts a variety of options from their brand new Safari-style tents (from $600/night during peak season) or family-friendly villas and bungalows that can sleep six people. The full list of amenities includes: powered sites, cabins, toilets, showers, accessible water, laundry facilities, BBQ and kitchen facilities, play equipment, disabled facilities, free wifi, a kiosk, and an information centre, as well as a boat ramp.

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Must-visit places near Crescent Head Holiday Park

From nearby beaches like Killick or Goolawah Beach to the variety of bushwalks through the 60 kilometres of coastal national park, the location is an ideal place to relax and rejuvenate.

The creek is a spectacular spot for keen fishers, the legendary surf break is obviously a must for surfers, and if you're more about getting a nice cuppa after a beach swim the nearby village has a range of cafes and hosts local markets every third Sunday of the month.

And a secret local tip? The visit to the local bakery, Barnett's is a must, with the range of sweet and savoury options sure to leave your mouth watering!

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