Black River Caravan Park

🚐 Black River Caravan Park, Black River QLD

PAID CAMP

🌄 Description & Location

Nestled along the shady banks of Black River just 15 km northwest of Townsville CBD, Black River Caravan Park offers a peaceful, green oasis surrounded by eucalypts and river scenery. The park’s riverside setting provides a calm retreat with easy access to city amenities and coastal escapes.

🏞️ History

This area is traditional Country of the Bindal people, whose ancestral ties to the Black River and surrounding coastal plains have endured for millennia. European settlers established sugar plantations in the early 19th century, utilising the river for irrigation and transport. Over time, the landscape shifted from pastoral use to a mix of residential, recreational, and environmental management, leading to the caravan park’s establishment as a relaxed retreat.

🧰 Facilities and Amenities

• ⚡ Powered grassy and slab sites, including drive-through access

• 🔌 Unpowered caravan and tent sites

• 🚿 Hot showers and flush toilets

• 🧺 Shared laundry facilities

• 🍳 Camp kitchen with BBQs and picnic seating

• 🅿️ On-site dump station

• 💧 Drinking water taps throughout the park

• 🌐 Free Wi‑Fi in communal areas

• 🐾 Pet-friendly sites (dogs on leash)

• 🚮 Rubbish disposal and recycling bins

• ♿ Accessible bathroom facilities

🚗 Vehicle Access

• 🚐 All sites accessible for caravans, campervans, and motorhomes

• 🛣 Paved internal roads with well-maintained gravel sections

• 📍 Situated just off Bruce Highway via Black River Road—clear, easy entrance

Stay Information (as at July 2025)

• 💰 Tariff Rates:

  • Powered Sites: Tariff Rate 3

  • Unpowered Sites: Tariff Rate 2(Tariff Price Chart at bottom of page)

• 📅 Booking recommended, especially during peak seasons and weekends

• 🏢 Privately operated, family-run park

• 🏕️ Site type: formal riverside caravan park

• ⏳ Max stay limits: not stated—confirm at check-in

• 🐾 Pet policy: Dogs allowed on leash at sites

• 🚿 Not required to be self-contained

• 🚪 After-hours access via security gate

🍺 Nearby Pubs & Clubs

• 🍻 Black River Café & Tavern (~1 km): riverside meals, cold drinks, casual vibe

• 🍷 A Touch of Salt (~12 km): waterfront dining at The Strand

• 🍺 Riverway venues (~10 km): riverside bars and cafés

🏕️ Nearby Campgrounds

• 🌴 Discovery Parks – Townsville (~14 km): full-service park with cabins and pool

• 🌿 BIG4 Eco Resort Townsville (~15 km): eco-aware landscaped resort

🎣 Nearby Attractions

• 🐦 Scenic riverside walking/cycling trails

• 🚣 Paddle-boarding and kayaking opportunities on the river

• 🏞️ Riverway Complex (~10 km): aquatic lagoon, playgrounds, cultural events

• 🏖️ The Strand & Rowes Bay (~12 km): family-friendly beachfront area

🛒 Nearest Supplies

• 🛍️ Garbutt / North Shore (~10 km): supermarkets, fuel, clinics

• 🏥 Townsville (~15 km): full shopping, medical, hardware

• ⛽ Fuel and essentials available at Black River roadside stores

📋 Reviews Summary

👍 Positive

• 🌳 Quiet, green riverside ambiance

• 🚐 Convenient entry from Bruce Highway

• 🍳 Camp kitchen and shaded sites praised

⚠️ Cautionary

• 🐜 Some guests report minor insect issues near water

• 📶 Wi‑Fi strength varies around the site

• 🌧️ Occasional surface water pooling after rain

🚨 Breakdown & Emergency Info

• ☎️ Emergency: Dial 000

• 📡 UHF channels: Road = 40, Emergency = 5

• ⛽ Fuel and clinics at Garbutt/North Shore

• 🛠️ Auto repair near Garbutt or Townsville

• 🧭 Tip: park higher up during wet season; bring insect repellent

🧭 Final Note

Black River Caravan Park is a serene, leafy escape ideal for travellers seeking riverside charm yet proximity to Townsville’s attractions. Great for families, pet owners, and anyone exploring the coast or river trails. Book ahead, plan for seasonal insects, and unwind riverside under native trees.