Innot Hot Springs Caravan & Leisure Park, Australia

What it is

Innot Hot Springs Caravan & Leisure Park is a privately run camping and accommodation park on the Kennedy Highway in Far North Queensland, with a cluster of tiled thermal pools fed by local spring water filtered from the natural hot spring beside the property. It’s not a wild creek soak. It’s a managed pool complex where you can book a stay or visit as a day guest, check in at reception, and rotate between pools of different temperatures.

What makes it distinct

The variety is the hook. The park advertises six thermal pools with different temperature experiences, and notes there are adult-only pools for guests seeking a quieter soak. That makes it easier to travel with mixed preferences, families can use the general pools while adults who want quiet can choose the child-free option. It’s also an easy stopover location between Ravenshoe and Mount Garnet, which suits road trips across the Tablelands.

Seasonal reality

The operator notes the park is closed from 1 November and re-opens late March each year (dates can shift with weather), and the pools close during that period. Plan around that, especially if you are visiting in the wet season.

Where it is

The park is at 16018 Kennedy Highway, Innot Hot Springs, Queensland. It’s a simple drive-in stop on a major regional route, and the address is easy to enter into navigation without needing backroad knowledge.

Arrival and day-visit flow

Day visitors are welcomed by the operator, with reception handling check-in and access. The site lists general hours of 9am to 5pm (with public holiday variation), so check the official site before you drive out, especially if you are timing a long Tablelands loop. If you are staying overnight, confirm how pool access works with your booking.

What to bring

Bring swimwear, a towel, and footwear with grip, wet tiles and splash zones are part of the deal. Pack drinking water and a light snack for after the pools, warm bathing can leave you hungry and a bit flat. If you are camping, bring the usual Far North Queensland kit: insect repellent, sun protection, and a headlamp for moving around the park after dark. Keep jewellery minimal. If you like quiet, consider earplugs for sleeping, caravan parks can be lively even when people are trying to be considerate.

Planning around closure and weather

Because the park closes over part of the wet season, always confirm opening dates before you commit to a drive. Even outside closure months, heavy rain can change travel times and comfort, so build buffer into your day.

Who it suits best

This works well for families, couples, and road-trippers who want a guaranteed soak without searching for a natural pool in the bush. Families are explicitly catered for in practice, the operator’s stay pricing mentions children, and their pool rules focus on supervised children. If you are travelling with kids, this is one of the easier “hot springs” style stops in Queensland because everything is contained and you can leave when you have had enough.

Adults-only vs shared pools

The operator states there are adult-only pools, which is useful if you want a quieter soak. Treat those pools as genuinely child-free spaces and choose a different pool with kids, it keeps the atmosphere workable and avoids awkward conversations.

Mobility and accessibility reality

No verified wheelchair access details are published clearly enough to claim step-free pool entry. Expect standard pool edges, wet tiles, and some walking between pools and amenities. If you need step-free access, call ahead and ask specific questions (ramps, handrails, change room layout, and whether any pool has a ramped entry). Without that confirmation, it is safer to assume it will be challenging.

Expectations vs reality

This is a caravan park with hot pools, not a luxury spa. You will hear other guests, and the experience is better when you treat it as a relaxed stopover: soak, cool down, repeat, then get on with your trip.

Heat management

Thermal pools can feel great, then suddenly feel like too much. Start with shorter dips and work up. Drink water between rounds and cool down outside the pool. If you feel lightheaded, get out and sit until you feel steady. This is especially important in humid Queensland weather.

Child supervision

The operator’s pool rules require children up to 15 to be supervised by an adult, and state children 8 and under must not enter the pool enclosure unless accompanied by an adult who remains in the pool at all times. Treat that as the baseline for a smooth family visit. It keeps everyone safer and reduces friction with other guests.

Slips and practical footwear

Tiled pool decks get slick. Wear footwear with grip until you are at the point of entering the water, and walk, do not shuffle fast. Keep your hands free when stepping in and out, especially if you are carrying towels for kids.

Etiquette that keeps the pools usable

Use designated areas for eating and keep food away from pool edges. Rinse off before getting in when showers are available. If someone is waiting, rotate out after a reasonable time rather than setting up camp in the warmest corner. If you are using an adult-only pool, treat it as quiet space. It goes best when everyone shares the place and keeps the noise down after dark.

Is there an entry fee?

Yes. The park offers day-pass access to the pools (and pool access is also part of many overnight stays). Check the official site or reception for current day-visitor pricing and what it includes.

Are children allowed, and is it family friendly?

Yes. The operator’s stay information includes children in pricing, and their swimming pool rules set supervision requirements for children up to 15, including tighter rules for children 8 and under. There are also adult-only pools, so families should stick to the shared pools.

When is it open?

The operator states the park is closed from 1 November and re-opens late March each year, and the pools close during that period (dates can change with weather). Their site also lists general operating hours as 9am to 5pm, with public holiday variation, so check before you drive.

Is it wheelchair accessible?

No step-free pool entry is verified in the publicly available information. Call ahead to confirm ramps, handrails, and which pool entry is easiest for your needs before planning a visit.