Camping in Ballina

When it comes to camping, it’s always about getting the right spot for your set-up, having the best view possible, and amenities close at hand.

When camping in Reflections Ballina, there are options to suit everyone, and the waterfront location of the park means there are pleasing vistas everywhere you look.

The park has Standard Powered Campsites on slabs for those who like to camp grass-free, and Standard Powered Campsites on natural grass for that authentic camping feel.

Those with furry friends in tow will be delighted to know that both options are dog-friendly, and each booking allows two pets. There’s even a dog wash to keep pooches sand and mud-free!

The grassy campsites are perfect for tents (and can accommodate four guests), and both types are great for caravans, campervans, trailers and motorhomes.

The smooth concrete slabs make setting up a breeze. They fit set-ups of up to seven metres, and can accommodate up to six guests. There are single and double slabs options, and all sites have easy access to power, water and sullage facilities.

The campsites are close to the park’s amenities, so there’s no stumbling around in the dark when nature calls, or you want to have drinks and meals in the camp kitchen after sunset.

Ballina amenities

The camp kitchen at Reflections Ballina is spacious, with high pitched ceilings and large windows letting the light flood in. There’s plenty of seating at long bench tables and high stools are fanned out beneath the windows so you can enjoy a cuppa, cold bevvie or a meal while looking out at the park’s abundant greenery. Ice is even available to keep your drinks cool on a hot summer’s day.

Cooking meals is super easy as guests can make use of the barbecue, microwave, full-sized fridge, microwave and kettle in the camp kitchen.

If you’re camping in Ballina for a longer period of time, the park has a full laundry with washing machines, dryers, an ironing board and even a small library of books so you can keep yourself occupied while waiting. Hang your clothes on the clothesline and let them dry in the ocean breeze.

Embrace the ultimate lifestyle when camping in Ballina

Camping in Ballina is an experience for those seeking laidback vibes, yet there is no shortage of things to do and see.

Lovers of fishing will be stoked to find that along The Richmond River there’s around 12 square kilometres of fish-filled waters, with the seagrass beds in the estuary attracting bream, whiting, flathead, jewfish, trevally, blackfish, mangrove jack and tailor.

Fishery Creek – on the western fringe of the CBD – has the most sheltered boat ramp on the river.

Bicyclists will be thrilled with the 25 kilometres of bike trails snaking in and around Ballina, and if you don’t have your bike with you, simply hire one from Ballina Byron Bike Hire.

The beaches in and around Ballina are some of the best on the North Coast. Don’t miss gorgeous Lighthouse Beach, and a skip and a jump will have you on beautiful Shelly Beach. Both are patrolled, and if you love fishing, they have permanent gutters for throwing a line in.

Shelly Beach is home to local hotspot, Shelly Beach Café. This charming beachside eatery dishes up light, healthy meals from 7am until 3pm from Tuesday to Sunday. It’s licensed, so pop in for a craft beer, wine or cocktail at one of its awesome Friday Sunset Sessions.

Ballina Shire has some other patrolled beaches (from September to April), including Sharpes Beach, Seven Mile Beach, and South Ballina Beach.

If you want to get off the beaten track, unpatrolled beaches include Angels Beach, Flat Rock Beach, Boulder Beach, and South Ballina Beach. Your furry friend is allowed at some of the patrolled beaches.

If you have kids with you, give the huge waterslide at the Ballina War Memorial Pool and Waterslide a whirl, which also has a 25-metre semi-enclosed pool, a 50-metre outdoor pools, and a splash park for toddlers. The great news is, it’s only 200 metres from Reflections.

Once you’ve had your fill of river and beach adventures, cruise into town get your fill at one of the many cafes and restaurants that are as laidback as the holiday park.

The Gallery Café has great coffee, all-day breakfasts on Mondays and Tuesdays, and a super healthy lunch menu including a large range of salads, pastas and fish of the day.

You can’t visit Ballina and not pop into the local bowlo. Cherry Street Sports Club has a great bistro serving hearty club grub such as pizza, parmigiana, risottos and burgers.

If you want a traditional pub, head to the Slipway Hotel, which has 20 beers on tap, a beer garden and a dining room serving typical pub food such as steaks, pies and pastas.

If you’re the kind of camper who loves a relaxed Ballina camping experience, Reflections Ballina Holiday Park is the place for you. Book now and take your pick of the best campsites for an adventure by the river, before they’re snapped up by other happy campers.