BIG4 Port Fairy Holiday Park
BIG4 Port Fairy Holiday Park
Nestled in the historic coastal town of Port Fairy, at the end of Victoria's iconic Great Ocean Road, BIG4 Port Fairy Holiday Park offers a diverse range of accommodation and extensive facilities for a memorable family holiday. The park is surrounded by beautiful established gardens and provides a relaxing base to explore the charm of Port Fairy and its stunning natural surroundings.
Facilities: BIG4 Port Fairy Holiday Park boasts an impressive array of facilities designed to keep all ages entertained:
- Indoor Heated Swimming Pool: Open daily for year-round enjoyment.
- Monkeys and Mermaids Indoor Playland: Dedicated indoor play facility for children aged 5 and under.
- Giant Jumping Pillow: A popular outdoor attraction.
- BIG4 Port Fairy Mini Golf: An 18-hole course set in landscaped gardens, open to guests and the public.
- Pump Track: For bikes and scooters.
- Half-Court Tennis Court: Bring your own racquets or hire them from reception.
- Basketball Hoops.
- Games Room / Recreation Room: Featuring air hockey, arcade games, pool table, and table tennis.
- Theatrette / TV & Movies Room: Often used for movie nights during school holidays.
- Camp Kitchens: Well-equipped for cooking.
- BBQ Areas: Throughout the park, including a fantastic all-weather BBQ area with a pizza oven.
- Laundry Facilities: With washing machines and dryers.
- Free Wi-Fi: Available throughout the park.
- Kiosk / Convenience Store.
- Pedal Go-Karts: Available for hire.
- Bike Hire (including E-Bikes): Available at reception.
- Barista Coffee at Reception.
- Function Room (Shearwater Function Centre): Suitable for groups and events, with a fully equipped kitchen and large screen TV.
- Pancake Breakfasts: Often organised during Victorian school holidays and long weekends.
- Amenities Blocks: Clean and modern, with family bathrooms.
- Baby Bath Available.
- Sewage Dump Point.
- Tourist Bookings & Information: Onsite to assist with planning your local adventures.
- Security Boom Gate.
- Pets: Permitted on camping sites only (restrictions apply, always confirm directly with the park).
Distance to Tourist Spots Nearby: The park is conveniently located for exploring Port Fairy and the wider Great Ocean Road region:
- Port Fairy Town Centre: Approximately a 10-15 minute easy walk (3 minutes by car) to the main shopping precinct (Bank and Sackville Streets), offering unique shops, fine restaurants, cafes, and bakeries.
- Port Fairy Beaches: Within walking distance or a very short drive, including East Beach and Pea Soup Beach.
- Port Fairy Rail Trail: Starts at Regent Street, offering a scenic path for walking and cycling towards Warrnambool.
- Port Fairy Lighthouse: A historic landmark at the end of Griffiths Island, accessible via a short walk.
- Griffiths Island: Home to a significant colony of muttonbirds (short-tailed shearwaters) during breeding season (September-April), and accessible via a causeway.
- Port Fairy Golf Club: One of Australia's top golf courses, nearby.
- Port Fairy Folk Festival: If visiting in March, you'll be close to this renowned music festival.
- Port Fairy Museum and Archives: Learn about the town's rich history.
- Art Galleries: Port Fairy has a thriving arts community with numerous galleries.
- Tower Hill Wildlife Reserve: Approximately 15 minutes drive east. A dormant volcano home to abundant native wildlife including koalas, kangaroos, and emus.
- Warrnambool: Approximately 20-25 minutes drive east, home to Flagstaff Hill Maritime Village and whale watching opportunities during winter.
- Great Ocean Road: Port Fairy is the western end of the Great Ocean Road, making it an ideal starting or finishing point for exploring iconic landmarks like the Twelve Apostles, Loch Ard Gorge, and the Otway National Park (further east along the coast).
- Wineries: Local wineries such as Basalt Winery are a short drive away.
- Budj Bim Cultural Landscape (UNESCO World Heritage Site): Located inland, approximately a 1-hour drive, offering significant Indigenous cultural insights.