Mackay Attractions

"Llewellyn" Dive Site (Attraction)
Great Barrier Reef, East Mackay, Mackay, Queensland 4740, Australia

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. The location of the vessel remained a mystery until 1997, when the shipwreck was located 35 kilometres east of Mackay. ...

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Artspace Mackay (Attraction)
Gordon Street, Mackay, Queensland 4740, Australia

Discover the arts and culture of the Mackay region when you visit Artspace Mackay, the regional art gallery and museum in the centre of the city. This architecturally award winning building provides visitors with an opportunity to learn about the people and history of Mackay through the Spirit and Place: Mementoes of Mackay exhibition. Celebrate the arts through an ever changing array of exhib ...

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Ball Bay (Attraction)
Coconut Grove, Mackay, Queensland 4741, Australia

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. Ball Bay offers easy and close access to Cape Hillsborough National Park bushwalking tracks. Ball Bay is also a great beach for fi ...

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Beachcomber Cove Track (Attraction)
Cape Hillsborough National Park, Mackay, Queensland 4740, Australia

Rock-strewn, sandy beaches and hoop pine-dotted hillsides that plunge towards the sea contrast with sub-tropical rainforest and mangrove-fringed wetlands - they all combine to make Cape Hillsborough one of the most scenic national parks along the Central Queensland coast. Open eucalypt forest with a grassy understorey covers the hills and headlands, while sheltered valleys and creeks support l ...

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Blacks Beach (Attraction)
Bourke Street, Blacks Beach, Mackay, Queensland 4740, Australia

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 this sandy coastline wake up each morning to the sound of the gentle s ...

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Bluewater Lagoon (Attraction)
32 River Street, Mackay, Queensland 4740, Australia

Comprising of three tiered lagoons, the Bluewater Lagoon is a free family-friendly leisure facility overlooking the picturesque Pioneer River in the heart of Mackay's City Centre. Covering an area equivalent to three 50 metre swimming pools, the Bluewater Lagoon provides a safe all-round stinger-free swimming environment. Facilities include a waterfall which connects the two main lagoon areas ...

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Brampton Island Track (Attraction)
Brampton Islands National Park, Mackay, Queensland 4740, Australia

Scenic continental Brampton Island was once part of a mainland mountain range. Today it is surrounded by sparkling turquoise waters, rising from sea level to 214 metres at Peak Lookout. Its rocky headlands dotted with hoop pines, open grasslands, woodlands, sheltered bays, and long sandy beaches make this island one of the most scenic off the Queensland coast. Walking on Brampton Island is ...

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Cape Hillsborough National Park (Attraction)
Mount Ossa Road, Cape Hillsborough, Queensland 4740, Australia

In 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. The Yuibera Aboriginal people continue their traditional use of t ...

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Cathu State Forest (Attraction)
Via Bruce Highway, Mackay, Queensland 4740, Australia

Along the rugged Clarke Range, behind the Whitsunday coast this forest, featuring tall eucalypts, dense rainforest and pine plantations, offers a quiet retreat for nature lovers. It also provides magnificent views over the Whitsunday coastline. Take binoculars to watch wildlife. More than 100 species of birds, exquisite Ulysses butterflies, whiptail and agile wallabies, and northern quolls live ...

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Dolphin Heads (Attraction)
Admiral Drive, Dolphin Heads, Mackay, Queensland 4740, Australia

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. 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 ...

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Eimeo Beach (Attraction)
Mango Avenue, Eimeo, Mackay, Queensland 4740, Australia

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. This pub is popular among locals and tourists alike who enjoy a 'counter lunch with a million dollar view'. The pub's enviable position overlooks the Coral Sea, Eimeo Beach and Sun ...

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Grasstree Beach (Attraction)
The Esplanade, Mackay, Queensland 4740, Australia

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. Sarina, with banks, supermarkets and services, is 13 kilometres away. Fishing is a popular pastime, and anglers wi ...

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Grendon Park (Attraction)
Hay Point Road, Hay Point, Sarina, Queensland 4740, Australia

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 which offers sweeping views of the surrounding coastline and a peaceful spot for relaxin ...

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Harbour Beach (Attraction)
Mulherin Drive, Mackay, Queensland 4740, Australia

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. The Harbour Beach area is renowned with locals for good jew, mackerel, trevally, bream and tuna fishing. Also nearby the Harbour is Mulherin Park, a ...

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Harrup Park Country Club (Attraction)
Juliet Street, Mackay, Queensland 4740, Australia

Harrup Park Country Club is closely situated to the city heart of Mackay and offers a comprehensive sporting, dining and entertainment facility. Boasting a bistro, bar, coffee lounge and kids club, al fresco dining on The Deck, a nine hole par three golf course, gaming lounge, TAB and Keno, the Club has something for everyone to enjoy. Indulge in sumptuous meals for lunch or dinner with regula ...

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