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Sunlodge Caravan Park

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Wake to ocean views and the gentle hush of Gatakers Bay at the quiet, beachfront end of Hervey Bay. **Waterview cabins and ensuite-equipped sites at peaceful Point Vernon, where beach access, a boat ramp and touring connections are all close at hand.** Nestled in Point Vernon just a short drive from the centre of Hervey Bay, Sunlodge Caravan Park offers single-storey cabins and powered sites with views across the bay. A foreshore walking track brings you to the sand in just a few minutes, and each accommodation option comes with its own private bathroom. Guests can cool off in the swimming pool, fire up the barbecue or use the on-site laundry — everything you need for a comfortable, self-contained stay. Four-legged companions are catered for, with dog-friendly beaches within easy reach. Staff are happy to help you connect with K'gari (formerly Fraser Island) day tours, fishing charters and whale watching experiences during the winter and spring season, and can coordinate pick-ups directly from the park. An adjacent public boat ramp makes launching into Hervey Bay's productive fishing grounds effortless, and local eateries and shopping are only minutes away. What's the setting like at Sunlodge? Enjoy a small, quiet park straight across from oceanfront parkland at Point Vernon, where you can often spot kangaroos and a wealth of birdlife. Sunrises and sunsets over the water are a local highlight, and an ocean-view walking and cycling path begins nearby. What facilities and comforts will you have? Cabins and sites are self-contained with air conditioning, fans and private ensuites. On-site you'll find a swimming pool, barbecue area and laundry. Each afternoon, rainbow lorikeets gather around the park — a colourful daily ritual guests look forward to. Staff can advise on tours with convenient pick-ups from the park entrance. How easy is beach and boat access? Beach access is simple: follow the short track across the foreshore park to the sand. If you're bringing a tinny or kayak, a sheltered public boat ramp sits adjacent to the park, giving quick access to some of Hervey Bay's favourite fishing grounds. Is Sunlodge well located for exploring Hervey Bay? Yes. The heart of Hervey Bay is roughly a ten-minute drive away, with a local takeaway about a kilometre from the park and the main shopping centre a little further. From here it's easy to join K'gari day tours, fishing trips and seasonal whale watching, all with courtesy pick-ups. Ready to unwind by the bay? Browse, enquire and book directly with the park for the best fit for your stay.

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  • Sunlodge Tourist Park

    **Sunlodge Tourist Park sits on the calm waterfront at Point Vernon, Gatakers Bay — a peaceful Hervey Bay retreat offering ocean-view accommodation, daily wildlife encounters, and a ready-made base for whale watching, K'gari adventures and coastal exploring.** ## Where is Sunlodge Tourist Park? Nestled at the quieter, residential end of Hervey Bay along Mant Street, Point Vernon, Sunlodge Tourist Park faces directly onto the sheltered waters of Gatakers Bay. Every unit and cabin is single storey with ocean views, and the beach is just around 200 metres away via a gentle walking track through a park — close enough to hear the water, relaxed enough to feel like you've truly escaped. ## What wildlife can I expect at Sunlodge? Each afternoon, a flock of rainbow lorikeets descends on the park for their daily feed — a vivid, noisy ritual that quickly becomes the highlight of any stay. Across the road, a generous stretch of parkland is home to kangaroos and a chorus of native birds, so wildlife tends to find you rather than the other way around. ## What accommodation and facilities are available? Every accommodation option — whether a powered van site, ensuite site or self-contained cabin — comes with its own private ensuite bathroom. Shared facilities across the park include a swimming pool, barbecue area and laundry. All accommodation is air-conditioned and fully self-catering, so you can settle in at your own pace, whether you're here for a long weekend or an extended stay. Pets are welcome, and on-leash and off-leash beaches are close by. ## What outdoor activities are nearby? For those keen to get out on the water, an adjacent boat ramp provides easy access to some of the bay's best fishing grounds. A dedicated coastal path stretching around 15 kilometres begins near the park, following the foreshore with wide water views throughout. Cycling, walking and birdwatching are all popular ways to spend a morning here. ## Can I book whale watching and K'gari tours from Sunlodge? Yes — the park can connect you with K'gari (formerly Fraser Island) day tours, fishing charters and humpback whale watching cruises, with courtesy pickups available so you can leave the logistics to someone else. Hervey Bay is known as Australia's Whale Watch Capital, and whale watching season runs from July to November each year, when humpback whales rest and play in the sheltered bay waters just offshore. ## How far is Sunlodge from Brisbane and Hervey Bay's centre? Sunlodge is approximately 3.5 hours north of Brisbane by road, making it an easy and rewarding Queensland road-trip destination. Hervey Bay's main strip — with its restaurants, shopping centre and golf course — is just a short drive away. Whether you arrive by caravan, motorhome, camper trailer or car, Sunlodge Tourist Park delivers a genuine blend of coastal calm, native wildlife and relaxed comfort on one of Hervey Bay's most scenic stretches of foreshore.