Hampshire Holidays is a trusted name in Australian holiday accommodation, offering a collection of welcoming and well-appointed holiday parks across the country. We are committed to providing exceptional stays in stunning locations, whether by the coast, in the countryside, or near popular tourist destinations. With a focus on comfort, cleanliness, and great customer service, our friendly teams ensure every guest enjoys a relaxing and memorable experience. Whether you’re seeking a family-friendly escape, a peaceful retreat, or an adventure-filled getaway, Hampshire Holidays has the perfect accommodation for you.

In the heart of the legendary outback town of Lightning Ridge, BIG4 Opal Holiday Park offers a relaxed, comfortable base for travellers drawn to the mystique of Australia’s rare black opal and the rugged beauty of the bush. Whether you're fossicking for opals, discovering the towns rich history, soaking in the town’s famous hot artesian baths, or exploring its colourful characters and creative corners, this is where the spirit of the outback truly shines. Set among native landscaping and open skies, the park offers a range of modern, air-conditioned cabins, ensuite sites, and shady powered sites—all just a short walk from the town centre, making it easy to explore local attractions, galleries, cafés, and quirky roadside stops. After a day of outback discovery, cool off in the saltwater pool, enjoy a round of giant chess, challenge someone to table tennis, or gather around the communal firepit to share stories beneath the stars. With a camp kitchen, free Wi-Fi, on-site laundry, and fully pet-friendly stays across all sites (as well as dedicated pet-friendly cabins), BIG4 Opal Holiday Park makes it easy to settle in and experience Lightning Ridge at your own pace—where every sunset is spectacular and no two days are ever quite the same.

"Tucked deep in the heart of Outback New South Wales, Lightning Ridge is a place like no other—famous for its rare black opal, rich mineral seams, and wildly creative locals. From BIG4 Opal Holiday Park, you’re just a short walk from the town centre, where eccentric charm meets outback history at every turn. Wander through quirky art galleries, visit local opal dealers, or chat with longtime fossickers—many of whom have colourful stories that shine brighter than the stones themselves. Explore the town’s iconic self-drive car door tours—colour-coded routes that guide you to open-cut mines, sculptures, and dusty landscapes filled with outback character. Unmissable highlights include the Chambers of the Black Hand, a hand-carved underground art gallery inside an old opal mine, and the open-air Artesian Bore Baths, free and open 24/7—ideal for a relaxing soak under the stars. For even more offbeat wonders, visit local landmarks like Amigo’s Castle, the Bottle House, or the outlying opal fields of Grawin, Glengarry, and Sheepyard. Love the night sky? Lightning Ridge is one of the best spots in NSW for stargazing, with clear, wide-open skies and minimal light pollution. Binoculars optional—wonder guaranteed. Whether you're fossicking for opals, soaking in thermal waters, or just soaking up the stories, Lightning Ridge is full of surprises—and BIG4 Opal Holiday Park puts you in the perfect spot to discover them all.