Camping Grounds
Mackay is an unspoilt region of Australia that reflects the true Aussie Lifestyle - laid-back, relaxed and natural. From the beaches to the depths of lush tropical rainforest, the Mackay Region has several large National Parks pulsating with abundant wildlife easily reached from major highways nearby.
Our coastal national parks such as Cape Hillsborough and Cape Palmerston, offer remote beaches, rocky foreshores and headlands. Inland, at Eungella National Park you're among ancient rainforest, tumbling rivers and the home the unique 'Platypus'. The drier Homevale National Park, and others inland, present fascinating, spectacular, deserted landscapes, awaiting your discovery.
It's easy, and fun, to camp, picnic and bushwalk in the national parks within Mackay Region. You can walk but you cannot ride. Take nothing but photographs and leave nothing but footprints.
Eungella and The Pioneer Valley
Further West - The Central Highlands & Hinterland
Further North & The Hibiscus Coast
Further South & The Serenity Coast
Islands
REMEMBER TO CAMP SAFELY IN NATIONAL PARKS...
| Be prepared |
Never feed or play with animals |
| Watch your step |
Take care near water |
| Think before you swim |
Be sun smart |
| Stay on track |
Watch out for biting, scratching, sucking things |
| Boil drinking water |
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LEAVE NO TRACE...
| Protect the wildlife |
Protect the creeks and lakes |
| Take no pets |
Be careful with fire |
| Camp softly |
Use toilets |
| Use a fuel stove |
Leave no rubbish |
| Be considerate |
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