RV TRAVEL
Camp kitchen dining at Steaky Bay Islands Caravan Park . kitchen , indoor games room , swimming pool and playground to name a few .
What makes this park stand out is its small environmental footprint . All water is sourced from captured rainwater as well as local bores where it is treated by an on-site desalination plant .
Its huge solar farm reduces electricity costs and all sewerage is processed on-site to produce recycled water for the park ’ s trees and gardens .
Streaky Bay Islands is close to many attractions , including the rock formation known as Murphy ’ s Haystacks , coastal scenic drives , and whistling rocks and blowholes . When you ’ ve finished exploring , you can return to the beach and try your hand at hunting for razorfish .
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GEMTREE CARAVAN PARK
LOCATION : NORTHERN TERRITORY
If you ’ re looking for a remote outback camping experience but you ’ re not willing to venture too far off the beaten track , Gemtree Caravan Park should top your list .
Located 140km north-east of Alice Springs on the Plenty Highway , Gemtree is a working cattle station but it also sits within a huge gemfield noted for yielding garnets .
The campground at Gemtree is fantastic . The individual sites are huge and placed in an open area with plenty of trees for shade and open fireplaces at every site . Power and water is available , meaning you can run your airconditioner during hot weather .
Be aware that during the dry season , temperatures here can plummet at night so being able to run an electric blanket is also a bonus .
Gemtree Caravan Park is a true outback camping experience .
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