Moana Caravan Park

🏕️ Moana Caravan Park — Alligator Creek, QLD

🗺️ Description & Location

Moana Caravan Park lies conveniently on the Bruce Highway at the Hay Point intersection in Alligator Creek, Queensland — about 12 km north of Sarina and 20 km south of Mackay, with sandy beaches roughly 13 km away. Nestled amid native flora, this relaxed park offers shaded sites and a gentle creek atmosphere. The setting has a friendly, low-key vibe, ideal for travellers seeking a peaceful stop en route or a base from which to explore.

📜 History

Built alongside the highway as a stopover, it’s grown in step with regional tourism tied to Mackay, Sarina and Hay Point’s mining and shipping industries. The nearby Alligator Creek area also borders Bowling Green Bay National Park, known for its wetlands and birdlife – illustrating the region’s environmental heritage.

🛠️ Facilities and Amenities

• Powered and unpowered drive-through sites, accommodating large rigs

• Sewage dump point onsite

• Potable water, toilets, and hot showers

• Laundry facilities and washing machines

• Camp kitchen / group kitchen, BBQ areas

• Convenience/fuel store plus takeaway service from 4 pm, takeaway orders by 5 pm

• Amenities are well‑maintained, though some guest feedback notes older facilities mixed with clean upkeep

• Pet-friendly (conditions apply)

🚐 Vehicle Access

• Easily accessed directly from the Bruce Highway—sealed road

• Sites are drive-through with generous spacing; ideal for caravans, motorhomes, even fifth-wheelers

• Suitable for big rigs

• Seasonal conditions: sealed access holds up well during wet weather; local road traffic can increase due to highway volumes

🏕️ Stay Information

• Power Sites: Tariff Rate 3

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

• Site type: Formal caravan park with on‑site managers and defined sites

• Booking: Recommended for holiday periods; essential if arriving late or seeking power

• Managing authority: Privately operated

• Maximum stay: Not clearly stated—contact the park

• Pet policy: Conditions apply; contact park for details

• Self-containment: Not required to be self-contained

• Contact: Phone (07) 4956 4165; website moanacaravanpark.com.au

🍻 Nearby Pubs & Clubs

• Hay Point Hotel – drive-through bottle shop and pub, ~5 km

• Sarina Bowls Club – ~12 km north, club setting with meals and bowls facilities

• Mackay Sporting Club – ~20 km north, larger meals and gaming options

🏞️ Nearby Campgrounds

• Alligator Creek Campground (Bowling Green Bay NP) – bush-style camping in the national park, creek-side from wetlands scenery

• Sarina Palms Caravan Village – ~6 km south, larger holiday park

• Armstrong Beach Caravan Park – ~12.5 km northeast, beachside with full facilities

🌿 Nearby Attractions

• Scenic walks and birdwatching in Bowling Green Bay National Park, including various wetlands. Crocodiles present in estuarine areas

• Sandy beaches at Hay Point, Grasstree and Sarina — good for swimming, fishing, shoreline walks

• Mackay region excursions: sugar cane tours, regional wildlife parks, and arts precinct in Mackay city

🛒 Nearest Supplies

• On-site convenience/fuel store with basic groceries, fuel and takeaway

• Sarina (12 km south): supermarkets, hardware, better services

• Mackay (20 km north): major supermarket chains, petrol stations, medical centre, vet clinic, and 24‑hr emergency hospital

⭐ Reviews Summary

Positives

• Affordable stopover and friendly staff

• Clean grounds, tidy bathrooms

• Convenient for travellers heading north/south; on-site fuel is a bonus

Cautions

• Amenities are dated — older fixtures but kept clean

• Some guests have reported occasional issues with kitchen hygiene

• Pet policies and maximum stay limits should be confirmed before arrival

🆘 Breakdown & Emergency Info

• Emergency phone: dial 000

• UHF channels: Road channel 40, Emergency only channel 5

• Mobile signal: Telstra & Optus 4G available

• Nearest fuel: onsite & additional fuel at Sarina and Mackay

• Auto repair: service centres in Sarina and Mackay

• Backup: water tanks available on-site; bring extra if staying in summer

✨ Final Note

If you're cruising along the coast between Mackay and Sarina, Moana Caravan Park offers a solid, no‑frills stop with plenty of space, friendly service and practical amenities. Great for caravans or larger rigs, the on-site fuel and basic grocery makes it even more appealing. Facilities are clean but older—ideal for travellers prioritising practicality over luxury. Book ahead during holiday seasons, and check pet terms if bringing dogs. Perfect halfway point for beach trips or inland excursions.