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- 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.. read more
- Brampton Island
Sitting at the southern entrance of the Whitsunday Passage, Brampton Island is a blue water, white sand tropical island haven. Almost entirely.. read more
- Broken River
95 kilometres west of Mackay lies Broken River an area which offers one of the best viewing platforms in Australia to spot the platypus.. read more
- Cape Hillsborough
Cape Hillsborough with its 816 hectare coastal National Park about 20 kilometres north of Mackay is renowned for its rugged scenery, walking.. read more
- 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.. read more
- Eungella National Park
Set in mist-shrouded mountains west of Mackay, Eungella is one of Queensland's most ecologically diverse parks. It boasts 860 plant species.. read more
- Finch Hatton
Further down the valley, within Eungella National Park is Finch Hatton Gorge, with waterfalls that flow all year round, fresh-water swimming.. read more
Mackay Information
Halfway between Brisbane and Cairns on the Queensland coast is the spectacular Mackay region. National Parks, beautiful beaches, lush rainforest, islands and historic towns are dotted through this relatively undiscovered region. A holiday to Mackay is a chance to escape the crowds and enjoy a diverse escape.
The Mackay Region is becoming increasingly popular as a holiday destination for travellers seeking an unspoiled, friendly contrast to more developed, built destinations along the coast. Holiday-makers ‘must-sees’ include: our palm fringed city centre, set beside the mighty blue Pioneer River, the Pioneer Valley, Finch Hatton Gorge and the famous Eungella National Park. Artspace Mackay – gallery and museum, our new Regional Botanic Gardens, the impressive Mackay Marina Village, spectacular scenery of Cape Hillsborough National Park, historic seaside townships such as Sarina and Midge Point, and outback communities such as Clermont and Nebo, superb golden beaches, the Great Barrier Reef and our local islands such as Brampton and Keswick.
The region has a delightful tropical climate that is similar to that found in the Hawaiian Islands. The atmosphere is relaxed and casual as are the dress standards. Summers consist of warm, tropical weather without extreme temperatures and mild sunny winters. The average water temperature is a heavenly 22 degrees.
Like all North Queensland beaches, those in the Mackay Region can attract marine stingers and box jellyfish from October to May. To avoid danger it is recommended that you swim at patrolled beaches and/or swimming enclosures, and follow any directions from lifesavers, with regards to current conditions.
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