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Mount Britton Nebo Mount Britton is situated approximately 35 minutes drive north-east of Nebo. Founded in 1880 when a tent city for gold mining sprung up and the township became known as Mount Britton.

Brampton Islands National Park Brampton Island Brampton Island National Park, at the southern entrance to the Whitsunday Passage, consists of Brampton and Carlisle islands. Rocky headlands dotted with hoop pines, open grasslands, woodlands, sheltered bays and long sandy beaches make these islands some of the most scenic off the Queensland coast.

Newry Islands National Park Newry Island Newry Islands National Park lies within the Great Barrier Reef World Heritage Area, an area of outstanding natural beauty and irreplaceable value.

Blue Mountain Park Middlemount Blue Mountain Park boasts of being Middlemount’s "Jewel in the Crown"! It is a picturesque setting that provides visitors with a perfect place to have a family barbecue while enjoying the panoramic views of the surrounding areas.

Slade Point Mackay Slade Point Reserve lies at Lamberts Beach, stretching 73 hectares and conserving one of the last remaining areas of coastal dunes and paperbark wetlands in the Mackay region. Visitors can walk through the reserve.

Kinchant Dam Kinchant Dam Kinchant Dam is located in the picturesque Pioneer Valley and is 41 kilometres west of Mackay.

Illawong Beach Mackay Illawong Beach is a popular windsurfing destination for locals. The beach also offers great views of Dalrymple Bay and excellent fishing.

Hoods Lagoon Clermont The Hoods Lagoon and Century Park are situated in the township of Clermont. The township of Clermont was established on the Northern Banks of the Hoods Lagoon in 1862, after the discovery of gold.

Lords Table Mountain Dysart Nature lovers will enjoy the surrounds of the Lords Table Mountain, located approximately 35 kilometres west of Dysart along the Dysart Clermont Road.

Cape Hillsborough National Park Cape Hillsborough At Cape Hillsborough National Park, rainforest literally meets the waters of the Great Barrier Reef, providing unique habitats for plants and animals. Rugged, rainforest-clad hills plunge to rocky headlands of rhyolite boulders. Created by volcanic activity, the boulders separate white sandy beaches in this scenic and peaceful park.

Bucasia Beach Bucasia Bucasia Beach is only 10 to 15 minutes north of Mackay City and is part of Mackay's Northern Beaches. It was awarded a second in the Clean Beach Challenge for the Northern Region of Queensland. A stinger-resistant enclosure makes Bucasia Beach ideal for swimming.

Crediton State Forest Dalrymple Heights In Crediton State Forest, dry eucalypt forests contrast with lush pockets of rainforest and dramatic views. Tall, ancient rose gums continue to survive. Scattered relics remain from gold mining in the 1800s. Take a scenic drive along Cockies Creek Road.

Mackay Regional Botanic Gardens West Mackay Located just five kilometres from the Mackay city centre, the Mackay Regional Botanic Gardens showcases the beautiful tropical flora from Mackay and the Whitsundays, along with other beautiful Australian native and exotic plants from similar climates around the world.

Cape Palmerston National Park Ilbilbie Cape Palmerston National Park features sandy dunes, unspoilt beaches and rocky headlands, with Mount Funnel towering to 344 metres. Within its 7200 hectare expanse, this park protects a range of plant communities and threatened animals. The false water-mouse lives in the mangroves and beach stone-curlews frequent the shores.

Plantation Beach Lindeman Island With sensational views of neighbouring Shaw Island, this walk is mainly over grasslands, broken by the scattered pointed outlines of pandanus palms. The track winds down into rainforest and emerges at a rocky foreshore.

Port of Hay Point Lookout Hay Point The Port of Hay Point, 30 kilometres south of Mackay, is one of the biggest and most efficient coal ports in the world.

Mount Oldfield Track Lindeman Island This steady climb features some of the best diversity of vegetation on Lindeman Island. You will see open eucalypt forest, thick vine forest and finally grassland dotted with grasstrees. On reaching the peak you will be rewarded with magnificent 360-degree views of the surrounding islands.

Blacks Beach Blacks Beach The area's longest stretch of beach, lined with tropical gardens (about six kilometres), Blacks Beach at Mackay's Northern Beaches is a great place to watch the Blue Pacific roll in at sunset. Guests at any one of the beachfront caravan, camping, resort, self contained and motel style accommodation spots dotted along...

Birdwatching in Dysart Dysart Mining towns are sometimes overlooked when planning an itinerary, yet if you happen to enjoy a spot of birdwatching, then Dysart is one mining town worth visiting! Enjoying a diverse array of habitats, Dysart is home to a variety of bird species that even the most passionate birdwatcher hopes to...

Eimeo Beach Eimeo Eimeo Beach and Sunset Bay are popular beaches with locals and also lure the keen anglers. The beach is seasonally patrolled. Any trip to Eimeo Beach would not be complete without a visit to the Eimeo Pacific Hotel.

Lake Elphinstone Nebo Lake Elphinstone is a natural lake which once supported the town of Elphinstone – long since disbanded. The lake lies within the Nebo Shire, approximately 92 kilometres west of Mackay, and can be accessed via Sutter Developmental Road on your way to Glenden.

Armstrong Beach Armstrong Beach Armstrong Beach is renowned for its fishing and prawning, both of which are best attempted from the beach. A Four Wheel Drive is required to launch a boat from the beach so be prepared for the launch.

Grendon Park Hay Point Located just South of Hay Point, Half Tide Beach is the home of Tug Boat Harbour that services the giant Hay Point and Dalrymple Bay Coal Terminals, while delightful Salonika Beach is the destination for many holiday makers and Sarina residents. Nestled between Half Tide and Salonika Beaches is Grendon Park...

Harbour Beach Mackay A five to ten minute drive north of the city centre and adjacent to the multi-million dollar Reef Marina development, the popular Harbour Beach is patrolled and is a favourite with locals - offering the ideal spot for picnics, fishing and swimming.

Finch Hatton Gorge Finch Hatton Finch Hatton Gorge is located within the Eungella National Park and is a spectacular piece of tropical rainforest, interspersed by pristine rock pools and waterfalls. The Gorge is one of the most popular fresh water swimming holes in the region with locals and visitors alike.

Coconut Beach - Boat Port Circuit Lindeman Island You can walk this track as a circuit or as separate sections to either Coconut Beach or Boat Port. Walk through eucalypt forest to the resort dam, a great place for bird spotting. Feel the change in temperature and moisture as you enter a large patch of rainforest.

Bundoora Dam Middlemount The beautiful Bundoora Dam is located approximately 28 kilometres south-west of Middlemount along Middlemount Road that joins onto Connection Road. It is a delightful man-made spectacle that was constructed on German Creek for mining purposes.

Hibiscus Coast Cape Hillsborough Beyond the town beaches, approximately 25 kilometres north of Mackay, lies the Hibiscus Coast. Enjoy a day trip that takes you through a cradle of fertile sugar fields and unique mountain formations to these isolated beaches.

Bluewater Trail Mackay Get out and explore this great region along the Bluewater Trail.

Lake Barfield Hay Point You can find Lake Barfield between the bustling beach communities of Half Tide and Salonika Beach! It is a magnificent lake that provides quiet and peaceful waters for a variety of fish, bird and animal life.

Lindeman Islands National Park Lindeman Island Lindeman Islands National Park is part of the world famous Whitsunday islands and Great Barrier Reef World Heritage Area. Aboriginal people referred to the main island, Lindeman, as Yara-kimba, the place of snapper-bream fish.

Gap Beach Lindeman Island The Gap Beach walking track located on Lindeman Island within the southern Great Barrier Reef islands in the Whitsundays. The Gap Beach track winds though eucalypt forest and dry rainforest valley, emerging at a small pebbly beach surrounded by rocky foreshore and mangrove communities.

Melba House Marian Her soft brown eyes captured the hearts of men, her voice cast a magic spell on audiences in London, Paris and many other cities in Europe as well as the United States of America, the legendary diva Dame Nellie Melba. Few know that the acclaimed opera singer spent the first year...

Mia Mia State Forest Mackay Nestled in the foothills of the Clarke Range, 20 kilometres from Pinnacle west of Mackay, the Mia Mia State Forest is mostly open eucalypt forest. Bush camping and swimming is available at Captain Crossings on Teemburra Creek. Vehicular access is by four wheel drive only.

Eimeo Pacific Hotel Eimeo Fancy a scrumptious meal and cool drink, in a relaxed and laid back environment while absorbing unforgettable, million-dollar views of the Whitsunday Coast, Brampton, Keswick and St Bees Islands?! Then head straight for the historic Eimeo Pacific Hotel where great hospitality meets unparalleled panoramic scenery. Steeped in cultural heritage, the Eimeo...

Mackay Highlands Great Walk Eungella Stunning scenery including dense rainforest, deep gorges, steep escarpments and tranquil farming communities make the Mackay Highlands Great Walk a very special experience. The track traverses Eungella National Park, Crediton State Forest, and Homevale Resources Reserve and National Park.

Eungella Dam Eungella Eungella Dam is 120 kilometres west of Mackay and is one of Queensland's more established freshwater fisheries.

Diversity Boardwalk Cape Hillsborough This track meanders through melaleuca woodland, a mangrove community, open eucalypt forest and vine thicket. Appreciate the diverse plant communities and their unique wildlife. This walk also highlights the importance of such diversity for the Yuibera people and their culture.

Sarina Beach Sarina Sarina Beach, just a few minutes from Sarina, has ample facilities including a Surf Lifesaving Club, boat ramp, beachfront store, picnic area, and a lookout offering spectacular views. The beach is patrolled seasonally by the local Surf Lifesaving Club. Motel style accommodation is also available.

Ball Bay Mackay The picturesque beach settlement of Ball Bay is located 35 kilometres north of Mackay. Ball Bay offers secluded camping on a small grassy campground. The facilities include toilets, cold beach showers, wood barbecues and drinking water, however animals are not allowed.

Dolphin Heads Dolphin Heads Dolphin Heads is a part of the Northern Beaches in Mackay and is 10 to 15 minutes drive from the city centre. There is a beautiful resort located along the beachfront of Dolphin Heads.

Alligator Creek - Bowling Green Bay National Park Alligator Creek As the region's largest coastal park, Bowling Green Bay National Park contains diverse habitats. Its coastal plains are dramatically set against a backdrop of rugged granite mountains rising abruptly in the distance.

Eungella National Park Eungella Set in mist-shrouded mountains west of Mackay, Eungella National Park is one of Queensland’s most ecologically diverse parks. Its 860 plant species include species from both subtropical and tropical rainforests. Much of the park is wilderness, dissected by rugged gorges.

Salonika Beach Hay Point Located North of Sarina, delightful Salonika Beach is the destination for many holiday makers and Sarina residents. Unit accommodation is available at the southern end of Salonika Beach, which also has a licensed restaurant.

Shoal Point Shoal Point Shoal Point is the most northern beach of the Northern Beaches and is approximately 15 minutes from Mackay City Centre. Shoal Point offers a beachfront, shady picnic area with views to the islands, Cape Hillsborough National Park and the Hibiscus Coast.

Grasstree Beach Mackay 15 minutes down the road from Sarina is Grasstree Beach, situated on Zelma Bay. Once you've discovered the spot you'll be hooked. Grasstree Beach has a wonderful climate and is protected by a group of islands. The beach itself is magnificent, and beach walking is a favourite activity.

Clermont Detectors Clermont Wow! What it is to find a nugget! Clermont Detectors are three hours inland from Mackay and one hour from Emerald. Most people come to Clermont to stay through the winter in search of Gold with Metal Detectors.

Cathu State Forest Mackay Along the rugged Clarke Range behind the Whitsunday coast, Cathu State Forest offers a quiet retreat for nature lovers. Featuring tall eucalypts, dense rainforest and pine plantations, this forest also provides magnificent views over the Whitsunday coastline.

"Llewellyn" Dive Site East Mackay Exciting wreck diving is to be had at the historic 'Llewellyn' site, east of Mackay on the Great Barrier Reef. The steamer was last seen departing Cape Capricorn Lighthouse on 17 July 1919 and disappeared during heavy gales as it sailed from Rockhampton to Bowen.

Lamberts Beach Mackay Lamberts Beach is seasonally patrolled and the lookout offers fabulous sea views out to the Cumberland Islands. It's also a popular spot for surfers when the swell is right, and a great whale watching platform during the winter months.