Shelly Beach Holiday Park

Shelly Beach Holiday Park is your straightforward spot if you want to camp near the coast around Bateau Bay. It’s a proper holiday park with powered and unpowered sites, plus cabins if you’re not keen on pitching a tent. The park’s a bit tired around the edges but does the job for a beach getaway without the fancy frills.

The park is just off Bateau Bay Rd, so it’s easy to get to, though parking can get tight during peak school holiday times. Facilities are basic but functional – toilets, showers, and a small camp kitchen. If you want to hit the beach, Shelly Beach is a short walk away, but expect it to be busy on weekends.

Bookings are by request rather than instant, so plan ahead if you’re heading there in summer or long weekends. It’s not the place for a quiet bush retreat, but solid enough if you want a simple spot near the water.