Mackay Travel Maps & Location Guides

Guests at any one of the beachfront caravan, camping, resort, self contained and motel style accommodation spots dotted along this sandy coastline wake up each morning to the sound of the gentle surf. It is also home to the 2002 Mackay Region Industry.. read more

Nestled amidst lush landscaped gardens, Brampton Island has an intimate 106 room resort overlooking the Cumberland Group of Islands. There are stunning salt-water and fresh-water pools to laze by, entertainment and a host of land and water based activities.. read more

Broken River is also access point to three of the nine walking trails in Eungella National Park being the Granite Bend Circuit 2.1 kilometres that extends from the Rainforest Discovery Walk and takes you deeper into the forest, Crediton Creek Trail 8.. read more

The park is scattered with walking trails, the most popular being the 1.6 kilometres Juipera Plants Trail. This trail illustrates the way the Juipera Aboriginals used the parks native plants for survival. Other walks include the Diversity Boardwalk, Beachcomber.. read more

At low tide, you can walk from Eimeo Beach to neighbouring Dolphin Heads, which is believed to have been named after the unique characteristics of its headlands, which appear similar in shape to the heads of two dolphins. read more

Bushwalking is great here, with more than 20 kilometres of walking tracks, scenic lookouts and interesting plants and animals. See platypus from the viewing platform at Broken River. Enjoy a bush picnic under huge swamp mahoganies and red gums. Spotlighting reveals many.. read more

Further down the valley, within Eungella National Park is Finch Hatton Gorge, with waterfalls that flow all year round, fresh-water swimming holes, wonderful walking tracks, Forest Flying and a picnic area complete with tables and public toilets makes it one of the most.. read more

If salt is in your veins, Mackay is within 31 beautiful beaches, ranging from patrolled swimming spots just minutes from the city centre, spectacular coastal national parks, to miles of untouched coastline, all lapped by the warm, tropical waters of the Coral Sea.. read more

Historical sites in the region include Lake Elphinstone, the Mount Britton Gold Mining site, and the intrepid traveller can find the site where Leichhardt camped as he explored the region in 1845. In the early 1980's, to celebrate the Shire's Centenary.. read more

There are no shops or facilities, but then it is not the sort of place one stops off for a picnic, being located just a few kilometres south of Mackay. It's worthwhile taking a break to inspect the town's war memorial, which pays tribute to.. read more

Carmila is situated approximately 96 kilometres south of Mackay on the Bruce Highway. Carmila offers a 24 hour roadhouse, caravan park, general store, post office and library, and is a major sporting and social centre for the surrounding cane farms. Carmila.. read more

Clairview is approximately 123 kilometres south of Mackay city. Wet a line at Clairview Beach while sitting back and enjoying the view… you might even see a dugong or two. Clairview is a popular fishing and crabbing village with camping permitted in designated areas.. read more

Today, visitors can still see the remains of the original town site. The Piano in the Tree, in Capricorn Street, is a quirky reminder of the height of the floodwaters. The Clermont Museum has historical artefacts and is home to many machinery displays.. read more

It's basically a service town for the mining fraternity, which means that should you be passing through, it makes an ideal place to top up fuel, groceries and goods and chattels. read more

Better known as The Eimeo Pub, patrons have the best views in town, with expansive views over the ocean and nearby islands. Massive views, massive tides! The beaches here have a 6 meter tide, which means that it's possible to take a walk of around a kilometre when.. read more

Eton is situated on the Peak Downs Highway and is approximately 25 kilometres west of Mackay city. This little sugar town has a popular country hotel, lovely catholic church, butcher, general store and showgrounds where the local pony club is regularly.. read more

Thousands of years of isolation have allowed the rainforest to nurture an abundance of native life such as the Eungella Honeyeater, only one of five new bird species discovered in Australian in the past 50 years. 225 bird species have been recorded including the Wompoo.. read more

Gargett is located approximately 65 kilometres west of Mackay city in the picturesque Pioneer Valley. This friendly little township has a local hotel that provides meals with a very interesting bric-a-brac shop close by. It also hosts a very popular Rodeo in September.. read more

You'll get a good view of Hay Point and Dalrymple Bay at the lookout just past the Louisa Creek turnoff. You'll probably catch some of the action as workers are at it, creating a third jetty. read more

The sheltered bays of Keswick Island are home to colourful coral gardens and a myriad of tropical fish that rates amongst the best in the Great Barrier Reef. It offers divers a unique diving experience, as there are very few places in the world where you can experience.. read more

There is another reason to spend some time in this town. It's the meat! The local butchery is well known throughout the whole region for its quality product. Perhaps one more reason to call in here is to check out the talents of the local ladies.. read more

Travelling inland, bustling Middlemount has all the facilities expected of a major country town including a shopping centre, banks, swimming pool, golf course, hotel, cafes, sports centre and well maintained parks and gardens. It is only a stones throw.. read more

Mirani area highlights include; the Mirani Museum which brings to life the early pioneer lifestyle and also includes historical industry displays, Illawong Fauna and Flora Sanctuary (don't miss animal feeding time!), Meadowsweet Herb Gardens, Kinchant.. read more

Located in the northern part of the Isaac Regional Shire, Moranbah is approximately 200 kilometres south-west of Mackay. Moranbah is a modern town which services the surrounding coal mining industry and associated support industries. Although Moranbah.. read more

Sarina Tourist Art and Craft Information Centre will provide you with friendly local advice. It also carries a host of beautiful locally made arts, crafts and souvenirs. A few of the beachside communities surrounding Sarina include Sarina Beach, Grasstree.. read more

Today sugar and tourism are thriving industries for Seaforth which offers all vital services including two multi-purpose stores that sell fuel, bait, take away food, souvenirs and supplies. Other facilities include a bowls club, public swimming enclosure, nearby public.. read more

Be sure to turn off the highway to the Historic Greenmount Homestead. The Greenmount site was first settled in 1862 by Captain John Mackay and the homestead was later built in 1912 by the pioneering Cook family. This home is now a beautifully preserved.. read more