Discovery Parks – Ballina
Right on the edge of Shaws Bay, Discovery Parks – Ballina is the kind of place where you can instantly switch off and soak up the coastal calm.
Only two hours from Brisbane and just minutes from the Richmond River and Ballina town centre, the park is perfectly positioned for a relaxed getaway – with a range of cabins, ensuite sites, and powered caravan and camping spots to suit every budget.
Get outside and make the most of Ballina’s natural beauty – stroll the river walks, cycle the coastal pathways, or cruise along the water. Try your hand at fishing, paddle boarding, or swimming, or just find a quiet spot to watch the world drift by.
There’s plenty to explore in town too, from craft shops and weekend markets to fresh local seafood, the Naval Maritime Museum, and of course, the iconic Big Prawn – a must-see (and a must-taste) for food lovers.
Whether you’re chasing adventure, local flavour, or time to slow down, you can Do It All at Discovery Parks – Ballina.
- Swimming in our pool or in the river.
- Fish along the banks of the Bellinger River, with bait and tackle available for sale in the shop.
- Bring your boat, kayak or SUP to launch along the river.
Pet PolicyTo ensure harmony and consideration of all guests, we ask that our Bellinger River Tourist Park Pet Policy is respected at all times.
- Pets must be kept on a lead (retractable lead locked at no more than 1.5 metres) at all times and either retained by hand by an adult or tied up within your camp site. There is no “off leash area” in the park.
- Pets are not to be left unattended whilst you go out, they must go out with you.
- Pet owners are responsible for collection and disposal of their pet’s waste which must be sealed in a bag and disposed of in a rubbish bin. Bags are available for purchase in the office.
- Pet owners are personally responsible and liable for any and all injuries and/or property damage or losses in relation to any actions relating to their pet.
- For the enjoyments of all guests, please do not allow your pet to urinate etc on any guests site or property.
- For health and safety reasons, pets are not permitted in the Amenities Block, Laundry, Camp Kitchen, Community Garden, Pool (including pool area), BBQ area, or near, in or under Villas.
- If you wish to bath your pet, we have a bath located near the Back Boom Gate. Please feel free to use it.
- Please DO NOT wash pet bedding in the washing machines, dryers or laundry troughs.
- The Park Manager reserves the right to request that a pet and its owner leave the park if the pet is deemed noisy, disruptive, aggressive or inhibits the quiet enjoyment of other guests. Any and all monies will be forfeited if such a case arises.
- We hope that you and your pet have an enjoyable stay at Bellinger River Tourist Park and help us keep this a Pet Friendly Park for future guests.
- Accessible amenities block with Disabled bathroom access.
