Jolimont Caravan Park

⛺ Jolimont Caravan Park – Kuttabul QLD

📍 Description & Location

Situated just off the Bruce Highway in Kuttabul, Jolimont Caravan Park is surrounded by sugarcane fields and native trees. With shady, grassy drive-through sites and friendly birdlife, it offers a rustic, laid-back stopoff for travellers heading to or from Mackay or local national parks.

🕰️ History

Located on Gia country, this family-owned park emerged to serve rural travellers and cane workers. It has retained its relaxed country charm while offering modern amenities.

🚻 Facilities and Amenities

• Powered and unpowered grassy drive-through sites

• Toilets and hot showers

• Camp kitchen with BBQs

• Laundry facilities

• Dump point available

• Drinking water

• Pet friendly (dogs on leash)

🚐 Vehicle Access

• All sealed entry via highway, internal dirt/gravel roads

• Suitable for caravans, campervans, motorhomes, and big rigs

• Drive-through friendly layout, no narrow turns

• Accessible year-round; minor mud in heavy rain

🛏️ Stay Information (as at July 2025)

• Site Type: Formal caravan park with powered and unpowered sites

• Power Sites: Tariff Rate 2 (based on $25/night)

• Unpowered Sites: Tariff Rate 2 (based on $20/night)

• (Tariff Price Chart at bottom of page)

• Booking: Recommended during peak times

• Managing Authority: Privately operated

• Maximum Stay: Not specified

• Pet Policy: Dogs allowed on leash

• Self‑Contained: Not required

• Access Notes: Reception 7 am–7 pm; contact for arrivals outside these hours

• Contact Info: Phone 07 4954 0170 | Website available

🍻 Nearby Pubs & Clubs

• Kuttabul Hotel: Country pub meals and drinks, ~5 min drive

• North Eton Roadhouse: Fuel and snacks, ~10 min

🏕️ Nearby Campgrounds

• Cape Hillsborough NP: Beach camping and rainforest walks, ~20 min drive

• Eungella NP: Highland camping near rainforest, ~1 hr west

🌄 Nearby Attractions

• Kuttabul Wetlands: Birdwatching and creek walks

• Sugarcane tours: Seasonal farm visits and country drives

🛒 Nearest Supplies

• Kuttabul Store: Fuel and basic grocer—5 min drive

• Mackay: Supermarkets, fuel, medical, ~30 min away

💬 Reviews Summary

Positive Aspects:

• Friendly and laid‑back feel under large trees

• Spacious drive‑through sites and good amenities

• Affordable and pet‑friendly

Cautionary Aspects:

• Some noise from highway during busy traffic

• Reception hours limited

• Gravel roads may become soft after rain

🚨 Breakdown & Emergency Info

• Emergency: Call 000

• Nearest hospital: Mackay Base Hospital (~30 min drive)

• Fuel: At Kuttabul Store and Mackay

• Mobile Coverage: Best on Telstra; Optus/Vodafone patchy

• Auto Services: Available in Mackay

• UHF Channels: Road Channel = 40 | Emergency Only Channel = 5

🧭 Final Note

Jolimont Caravan Park is ideal for travellers seeking a simple, shaded, and friendly stop with solid facilities. Great for overnight stays or a few nights en route, it hits the sweet spot between convenience, comfort, and affordability.