Brighton Caravan Park (CP)

Brighton Caravan Park sits on absolute beach frontage overlooking St Vincent Gulf. Situated about 17km south of Adelaide City and only 7km from Glenelg, makes this the perfect beachfront holiday destination and the ideal spot to enjoy swimming, snorkelling, fishing and other water activities as well as the wide variety of attractions around the area.

Brighton Caravan Park offers a range of beach side Camping, Caravan and Cabin accommodation to suit all types of travellers and budgets.

There are powered sites situated right on the beachfront that provide amazing ocean views. These sites are extremely popular and always in demand. Ideal for caravans, camper trailers, tents and motorhomes, the sites are grassy, level and spacious. They are located close to the southern amenities block and camp kitchen, which is equipped with full meal preparation facilities including, hotplates, fridges and microwaves. Centrally located in the park, these sites are only a short walk from other park facilities and guest laundries.

Other powered sites are available in other areas of the park but slightly back from the beachfront.They are still all grassy level and spacious and some have concrete slabs.  There is room for all size rigs, however, big rigs will be directed to a special area.

Facilities in the park include all the standard amenities as indicated below, with additional features such as kiosk and tour desk available onsite. There are loads of activities for kids and active adults including, kayaks, stand-up paddle boarding, go-cart hire, a tennis court and games room. For anyone into boating and fishing, there is a boat ramp nearby and a fish cleaning area in the park.

Should you wish to have a break from the van, or if you are looking to meet up with family or friends who might not have a caravan, the park also has an extensive range of fully self-contained cabins. Cabins range from Budget Cabins through to their brand new Seabreeze Villas with a Special Access Cabin also available that boasts an open plan self contained cabin, wheelchair ramp and special access bathroom.

Brighton Caravan Park is centrally located near main shops, wineries, hotels and bus/train transport. Adjoining the park is the Seacliff Surf Club & Yacht club. The cafe in the surf club, along with the Seacliff Hotel are all within walking distance where you can enjoy delicious meals.

HOW TO GET THERE
From Adelaide CBD – Follow the A5 (Anzac Highway) to Glenelg and once you reach the A15 (Tapleys Hill Road/Brighton Road) – turn left. From Brighton Road, turn right into Scholefield Road, then right into Kauri Parade, left into Singleton Road, left on Cygnet Terrace, right onto Cameron Avenue – follow this around for approx. 400 metres, you will see the sign to the caravan park – travel down the road to the beach and you will find the entrance.

From the Airport – As you exit the airport, turn left onto Sir Donald Bradman Drive (A6) – travel along for approx. 2 kms until you reach Tapleys Hill Road (A15) – turn left. While you continue to travel along the A15 for approx. 5kms, Tapleys Hill Road becomes Brighton Road. Turn right from Brighton Road into Scholefield Road, then right into Kauri Parade, left into Singleton Road, left on Cygnet Terrace, right onto Cameron Avenue – follow this around for approx 400 metres, you will see the sign to the caravan park and follow as above.

SITE ACCESS
As you approach there are boom gates, but there is an area to pull over to the left and check in at the office.

FEES & BOOKINGS
Fees are from $38/night for Powered Grass Sites, from $43/night for Premium Sites  and from $49/night for Powered Beachfront Sites.
Cabin prices range from $99/night for to $160/night for Seabreeze.
Prices are for 2 People
Full pricing details available on their website via the link below.
Bookings are preferred, especially during peak seasons.

THINGS TO DO
The beach to the south is rocky and ideal for fishing and snorkelling, whilst the beach to the north is sandy and perfect for swimming. The prime beachfront location caters for an abundance of water-based activities – swimming, sailing, stand up paddle boarding, fishing, diving, sea kayaking, etc. The hill-face to the rear, has natural walking trails with an abundance of native fauna and flora.

Kingston Park Cliff Face Reserve – The cliff face, rising behind the caravan park, contains some of the last examples of the original vegetation of the metropolitan coast.

Burial site and artefacts – In the 1950s, burial sites were uncovered on the beach in front of the park.

Tjilbruke Spring – a natural spring which still fills the reedy area with fresh water.

Tjilbruke Monument – Made of massive stones, the monument represents Tjilbruke carrying his dead nephew, Kulultuwi, on his long journey south.

Kingston House – Kingston Historic House (c1840) is the oldest historic building in Holdfast Bay and was owned by George Strickland Kingston.

Arch of Remembrance – The landmark Arch of Remembrance is the gateway to Brighton’s infamous Jetty; South Australia’s largest ocean swim starts and finishes here.

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