7 family-friendly holiday parks on the Central Coast

What a better way to enjoy the warmer weather and longer days, than to lock in your family holiday to the Central Coast these school holidays! With seven holiday parks across the Coast filled with family-friendly activities to keep the kids entertained for days, pick your next summer stay from this list.

Sitting along the fringe of Umina Beach is the NRMA Ocean Beach Holiday Resort, an ideal family holiday resort for your next Central Coast getaway. Fit for all ages, the kids will be entertained with the free activities at the kids’ club, pedal kart hire to cruise around the resort grounds, or you'll find them racing each other down the new twin water slides. You can even hire bikes for the family, saving you from having to pack your own. Don’t forget to bring along your furry companion to your family holiday and stay in their pet-friendly cabins or caravan sites. Take your holiday beyond the resort and explore the nearby Umina Main Beach to Ocean Beach loop or head all the way to Ettalong Beach to explore this little beachside town.

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Located at the stunning waterside town of Budgewoi and nestled along the foreshore of Lake Munmorah, Budgewoi Holiday Park is a lakeside haven for your next family holiday. Bring your boat, kayak or stand-up paddleboard and spend your days on the water, with Budgewoi Beach only a short walk away. The kids will love playing in the park, reaching amazing heights on the jumping pillow, or enjoying the free school holiday activity program.

During your stay, explore Budgewoi town centre, call into the nearby cafés and restaurants or take a stroll along the Budgewoi Foreshore Walk; all within walking distance.

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Home to the only lighthouse on the Central Coast, Norah Head is one of the most stunning headland areas of the region. The Norah Head Holiday Park is a water sports haven with a resort-style swimming pool and is within walking distance to Cabbage Tree Bay boat ramp and the rockpool.

The beloved Soldiers Beach is also within walking distance and is ideal for surfers; this beach is patrolled by lifesavers from October to April.

Take a tour of the nearby Norah Head Lighthouse to experience breathtaking views of the Central Coast headlands. Explore beyond Norah Head and travel into the neighbouring towns of Toukley, Budgewoi and Noraville to see what else the Central Coast has to offer.

At this holiday park, the hardest part of your holiday will be dragging the kids away from the playground, jumping pillow and free school holiday activities.

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If you are looking for a lakeside family holiday, Canton Beach Holiday Park on the foreshore of Tuggerah Lake is another excellent option. The park has its own boat ramp or you can hire kayaks and stand up paddleboards from Canton Beach Paddleshack which is located just down the road. The kids will be kept entertained by the jumping pillow, playground, and free school holiday activities. Norah Head is only a few minutes’ drive away from Wyrrabalong National Park where there are a range of walking trails to choose from to experience local flora and fauna.

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Located in the beachside town of Toowoon Bay sits another holiday park ready to be explored these holidays. Toowoon Bay Holiday Park provides an ideal mix of sand, surf and shade with access to both Toowoon Bay Beach and Shelly Beach. Both beaches are patrolled by lifeguards between October and April, making it a great choice for your next family summer holiday getaway to the Central Coast. Spend your days hanging by the resort-style pool with the kids or pop down to the array of beaches close by. If you’re looking to explore beyond Toowoon Bay, check out The Entrance or Long Jetty, both only a five-minute drive away.

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Add another beachfront getaway to your Central Coast trip with Blue Lagoon Beach Resort. Sitting in the heart of Bateau Bay and offering incredible views of Shelly Beach, this holiday park is an ideal location for your next family holiday, fitted with an impressive, heated resort-style pool and spa area for the parents and kids to relax at. There are two playgrounds for the kids and the Shelly Beach Golf Club is just down the road for the dads. Go on a short walk up to Crackneck Point Lookout, a great vantage point to spot migrating whales and enjoy a family picnic with stunning panoramic views of The Entrance and Shelly Beach. The on-site kiosk serves delicious coffee, meaning you don’t have to travel far for your morning caffeine hit.

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Shelly Beach Holiday Park is located only a short walk from the golden sands of Shelly Beach which is patrolled by lifeguards between October and April. Their resort-style swimming pool and waterpark filled with waterslides, spray zone and tipping bucket will sure be sure to keep the kids entertained for hours during those hot summer days. Dads can enjoy a round of golf at the nearby Shelly Beach Golf Club and mums can enjoy a spot of shopping at along the strip of Long Jetty.

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