Discovery Parks - Katherine River

Discovery Parks – Katherine River is the current name for the Cossack holiday park previously listed as BIG4 Breeze Holiday Parks – Katherine. Older reviews, saved links and CampWatch records may still use the BIG4 name, but the current operator and booking source are Discovery Parks.

The park offers powered and unpowered grass sites in tropical grounds near the Katherine River and Katherine Hot Springs. It works well as a recovery stop on a long Northern Territory road trip, but it also has enough access to Nitmiluk Gorge and local swimming spots for a multi-night base.

Getting there#

Address: 20 Shadforth Road, Cossack NT 0850

The park sits outside central Katherine, close to the Low Level area. The current operator describes Katherine Hot Springs as a short walk away and Nitmiluk Gorge as an easy day trip. Use the exact address rather than relying on an old BIG4 map pin.

Wet-season weather can affect the river, local roads and park operations. The former park's official public updates have recorded temporary flood closures, so check the current park page and NT road conditions before arrival when heavy rain is possible.

Choosing a site#

The current operator publishes two camping categories:

• Powered sites: spacious grass sites for tents, caravans, motorhomes, camper trailers and big rigs. They sleep up to six and are positioned close to the amenities block, camp kitchen and other facilities.
• Unpowered sites: budget grass sites, also sleeping up to six and suitable for tents through to big rigs. These are distributed around the park near shared facilities.

Tell the park the total length and type of your setup when booking. A general “powered site” result does not show whether a particular tree, turn or pad will suit a long caravan, so confirm fit directly if manoeuvring space matters.

The park also offers safari tents and cabins. Check that the booking screen still says site before paying if you are comparing several accommodation types.

Facilities#

The official park listing currently includes:

• swimming pool and spa
• camp kitchen and barbecues
• amenities and accessible facilities
• laundry
• dump point
• kiosk or store
• cafe or restaurant
• defibrillator

Facilities and food-service hours can vary seasonally. Confirm restaurant, kiosk and reception hours near the date of travel rather than relying on an older BIG4 review.

Pets and nearby swimming#

Discovery describes the park as suitable for travellers with four-legged companions and lists Katherine River among its pet-friendly parks. That does not guarantee every site or date accepts dogs. Include the pet in the booking, follow the operator's dog guidelines and ask about any seasonal or site-specific restriction.

Katherine Hot Springs is close to the park, while Nitmiluk Gorge offers walks, cruises and paddling further afield. Swimming access depends on current local conditions and official advice. Do not infer that the river beside the campground is safe to enter.

What campers say#

Reviews remain split across the old BIG4 Breeze name and the current Discovery Parks listing. Tripadvisor reports, Booking.com feedback and public Facebook camping discussions repeat several useful themes:

• Mature trees and large grassy sites are a common reason campers choose the park, particularly in Katherine's heat.
• The pool is repeatedly described as a genuine afternoon refuge rather than a token facility.
• Travellers often call the grounds quiet and spacious, with helpful staff and room for larger rigs.
• Some older reviews found outer camping areas a long walk from the most convenient amenities. Ask where the allocated site sits if bathroom distance matters.
• Reviews of the bistro and facility cleanliness vary by date and occupancy, so treat historical comments as context rather than current fact.

These are traveller-reported experiences. Shade, quietness, staffing and amenity condition can vary with the allocated site and season.

Booking#

Use the current Discovery Parks – Katherine River page for live site types, prices and terms. The park can also be contacted on (08) 8972 3962.

Because the property has changed brands, avoid relying on a saved BIG4 or BookEasy checkout page without checking the park name and address. Cancellation terms can differ by rate and promotion; read the conditions shown for the selected site before payment.

Can't get a booking?#

Availability under the former BIG4 name may not reflect the current Discovery Parks inventory. If the current powered or unpowered site type suitable for your setup is sold out, set up a free CampWatch alert and we'll text when matching availability returns. No app, no account — just your phone number.

The rebrand, site types, facilities, contact details and visitor guidance were checked against Discovery Parks, current booking pages and public traveller reports on 30 August 2026.