Beaches, Hinterland & Theme Parks — Queensland's Playground by Campervan
The Gold Coast combines world-famous surf beaches, lush hinterland rainforests, and Australia's best theme parks — all perfect for a campervan adventure. Pick up a cheap campervan and explore the Gold Coast's 70km of coastline and stunning green hinterland at your own pace.
The Gold Coast is one of Queensland's most popular campervan destinations, offering an irresistible mix of golden beaches, subtropical rainforest, and family-friendly attractions. With several rental companies operating nearby and easy access from both Gold Coast Airport and Brisbane Airport, finding an affordable campervan is easy.
A campervan gives you the freedom to surf at Burleigh Heads in the morning, explore the Springbrook National Park glow-worm caves in the afternoon, and camp at a beachside holiday park for sunset. It's the ideal way to experience everything the Gold Coast region has to offer.
From Coolangatta to South Stradbroke Island — some of Australia's best surf beaches are on your doorstep.
World-Heritage listed Lamington and Springbrook national parks are just 30–60 minutes from the coast.
Dreamworld, Movie World, Sea World, and Wet'n'Wild — Australia's best theme parks are all on the Gold Coast.
300+ days of sunshine per year make the Gold Coast perfect for campervan travel in every season.
Byron Bay is just 90 minutes south — easily combined with a Gold Coast campervan holiday.
Excellent beachside holiday parks from $25/night, plus free camping options in the hinterland.
The Gold Coast offers incredible variety for campervan travellers.
The Gold Coast has excellent camping options for campervans. Tallebudgera Creek Tourist Park offers beachside camping with pool facilities. Burleigh Beach Tourist Park puts you right on one of Australia's best beaches. In the hinterland, Binna Burra camping area in Lamington National Park offers rainforest camping at altitude.
For free camping, the nearby Numinbah Valley and some state forest areas offer bush camping options. The WikiCamps app is your best resource for finding all Gold Coast area campgrounds.
One of the best things about a Gold Coast campervan hire is the easy extension to Byron Bay. Just 90 minutes south across the NSW border, Byron Bay offers a completely different vibe — laid-back, creative, and steeped in surf culture. The Cape Byron Lighthouse walk, bustling markets, and world-class dining make it a perfect addition to your Gold Coast trip.
Continue further south to Yamba and Coffs Harbour for a full coastal road trip, or head back north to Brisbane and the Sunshine Coast.
You can pick up a campervan from Gold Coast Airport (OOL), Brisbane Airport (BNE — 1 hour north), or city depots in both locations. Some companies offer direct Gold Coast Airport transfers while others operate from Brisbane with shuttle services. We'll help you find the most convenient pickup point for your plans.
Collect your campervan from any of our 10 depots across Australia