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 to 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.

Remember to Camp Safely in National Parks

• Be prepared
• Watch your step
• Think before you swim
• Stay on track
• Boil drinking water
• Never feed or play with animals
• Take care near water
• Be sun smart
• Watch out for biting, scratching, sucking things

Leave No Trace

• Protect the wildlife
• Take no pets
• Camp softly
• Use a fuel stove
• Be considerate
• Protect the creeks and lakes
• Be careful with fire
• Use toilets
• Leave no rubbish