What makes the perfect Australian road trip? Is it the fishing, bushwalking, nature and wildlife? Or the pristine beaches, cascading natural gorges and great local produce?
Whatever your scene, The Mackay region will welcome you with open arms to experience it all.
Things to do
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Go fishing
On the land, in the river or from a jetty, the Mackay Region offers some of the best fishing along the east coast of Australia.
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Learn how cane is crushed with a mill tour
The multi-award-winning Sarina Sugar Shed in Mackay will give you an insight into the history and production of sugar-cane in the region.
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Experience the beauty of Finch Hatton Gorge
Nestled in the Pioneer Valley, Finch Hatton Gorge is the perfect way to spend a day. Enjoy a bushwalk before cooling off in the crystal clear waters of the Gorge.
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Soak up country hospitality in outback Isaac
Inland from Mackay, you will love the peace and quiet of the country in the Isaac Region.
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The best spot in the world to view wild platypus
Just 80km west of Mackay, Eungella National Park has 22km of walking trails through towering tropical rainforest, with spectacular views over the rolling mountains and sugar cane in the Pioneer Valley.
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See the sunrise with wallabies and kangaroos at Cape Hillsborough
Cape Hillsborough National Park, north-west of Mackay is full of stunning scenery, rocky headlands, rugged forests and beautiful bushwalks.
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