Coral Coast Tourist Park

Coral Coast Tourist Park sits directly on the Bruce Highway at Mount St John, roughly 12km north of Townsville CBD. It is a practical highway stopover offering powered caravan and tent sites alongside cabin accommodation, with pet-friendly options restricted to specific designated sites.

Pet policy: Management strictly limits dogs to designated pet-friendly powered caravan and tent sites only. You must secure prior management approval before booking, and the park caps the limit at two pets per site. Dogs are not permitted inside standard on-site vans or non-pet-friendly cabins under any circumstances. Within the park boundary, dogs must remain on a short leash at all times. You cannot leave your dog unattended at your site, in your vehicle, or anywhere else on the grounds.

The park bans dogs from every shared facility. Prohibited zones include the pool area, the shop, all amenities and bathrooms, the laundry, the camp kitchen, and any food preparation or eating areas. You must pick up all waste immediately, bag it, and place it in the designated bins. The park also prohibits washing or drying pet bedding in the laundry machines.

The place: Coral Coast Tourist Park operates as a drive-through highway stopover for caravanners and campers. The grounds provide powered sites and cabin accommodation. The park permits only one vehicle per site or cabin. If you plan to bring a boat or trailer, notify management in advance to secure appropriate space.

Location and nearby: The park's position directly on the Bruce Highway makes it an easy pull-in for northbound or southbound travellers. Townsville's beaches, shops, and attractions sit a short drive to the south. For an off-leash run, Kirwan Dog Park is located in a nearby southern suburb. If you need a coffee or a bite outside the park's food-restricted zones, Coffee at Jude's in Kirwan offers a nearby stop.

Who it suits: Self-contained caravanners, motorhomers, and tent campers travelling with dogs who need a straightforward, managed stopover near Townsville. This is not a destination for travellers wanting cabin stays with their dogs, and the strict leash-and-supervision rules mean it suits dogs comfortable relaxing at your site rather than roaming.

Before you book: Call the park directly to lock in management approval for a designated pet-friendly site and confirm any vehicle or trailer requirements. Do not assume last-minute availability, as pet-friendly site numbers are limited.

Sources

• Pet Friendly Accommodation | Coral Coast Tourist Park · coralcoastpark.com.au
• Pet Friendly Sites - Accommodation - Coral Coast Tourist Park · coralcoastpark.com.au

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