Beautiful Beaches

Stretching along Mackay’s coastline there are more than 31 glorious beaches all fringed by the turquoise tropical waters of the Coral Sea and The Great Barrier Reef.

Bluewater Lagoon

Bluewater Lagoon is a must-visit entertainment spot for both adults and young ones. It's a fun water park that is completely free for visitors. Pools, water slides, sunbeds and a great time for the whole family guaranteed.

• Web:

  www.mackay.qld.gov.au/facilities/council_facilities/bluewater_lagoon

• Address:

  River Street, Mackay QLD

• Phone:

  +61 7 4952 5244

• Opening hours:

  September through March: daily 9am–5:45pm. April: daily 9am–4:45pm. May through August: closed for maintenance

Cape Hillsborough National Park

In this beautiful park, 50 km north of Mackay, the rainforest literally meets the ocean. A terrific park featuring long white sandy beaches and 25 species of tropical butterflies. The unique self-guiding Jupiera Aboriginal trail highlights native plants and inquisitive wallabies that visit the palm fringed beach at sunrise and sunset.

• Web:

  www.parks.des.qld.gov.au/parks/cape-hillsborough

• E-mail:

  enquiries@chntp.com.au

• Address:

  Cape Hillsborough Road, Cape Hillsborough QLD

Eungella National Park

Set in the mist-shrouded mountains 80 km west of Mackay, Eungella is Australia’s longest continual stretch of sub-tropical rainforest. It is home to 860 known plant species plus numerous types of wildlife. Do not miss the brilliant Ulysses butterfly and platypus. 25 km of walking trails, from a 10-minute stroll to overnight hikes that lead to breathtaking scenery.

• Web:

  www.parks.desi.qld.gov.au/parks/eungella

• Address:

  Pioneer Valley Road, Mackay QLD

Finch Hatton Gorge

Set in the foothills of the picturesque Eungella Range, walking tracks lead to deep natural swimming holes amid tropical rainforest. See the Araluen and Wheel of Fire waterfalls and for a truly unique experience go forest flying through the treetops of the rainforest. Just make sure you book your spot to go forest flying in advance.

• Web:

  www.forestflying.com

• E-mail:

  info@forestflying.com

• Address:

  Gorge Road, Finch Hatton QLD

• Phone:

  +61 7 4958 3359

Heritage Walk

Collect a free self-walk brochure from the Visitor Information Centre and discover magnificently restored buildings built by the first settlers, and the best collection of Art Deco architecture in Queensland. Many buildings are recognised for their national importance and listed with the National Trust. The walk begins in River Street opposite Carlyle Street, and takes approximately 90 minutes.

• Web:

  www.tinyurl.com/eh5k34c4

• E-mail:

  info@mackayregion.com

• Address:

  River Street, Mackay QLD