Mackay Destination-Information Listings

Mackay

Tropical, picturesque and relaxed, Mackay city offers everything you could want from a major regional centre. The blue Pioneer River flows past the city's historical buildings, while stately palm trees fringe the main street with shopping hotspots. There's plenty of magical spots for a picnic by the river and places to dine al fresco by the marina, with fabulous local seafood. The botanic gardens, beautiful beaches and the world-class marina are just minutes from the city heart. Mackay is set within 31 beautiful beaches, ranging from patrolled swimming spots just minutes from the city centre,to spectacular coastal national parks. There's miles of untouched coastline, all lapped by the warm, tropical waters of the Coral Sea. Mackay's northern beaches offer some top spots for swimming, fishing and boating. There's plenty of accommodation choices as well, from luxury resort to natural campsites by national parks.

Mackay Region

The Mackay Region boasts spectacular rainforests and national parks, secluded islands and beaches, pristine coral reefs, genuine country hospitality and historic townships. Relatively undiscovered, the Mackay Region offers a unique holiday experience that is an affordable and diverse escape from the crowds. Located midway between Brisbane and Cairns, the Mackay Region coastline stretches 200 kilometres north from St Lawrence to Laguna Whitsundays, and inland to the town of Clermont. The region’s rich and colourful past is economically founded upon sugar cane, mining, beef and agriculture. The Mackay Region is becoming popular as a holiday destination for travellers seeking an unspoilt, friendly contrast to more developed destinations. Holiday-maker 'must-sees' include: the palm fringed city centre, set beside the mighty blue Pioneer River; the Pioneer Valley, Finch Hatton Gorge and the famous Eungella National Park. Artspace Mackay – gallery and museum, Regional Botanic Gardens, the impressive Mackay Marina Village, spectacular scenery of Cape Hillsborough National Park. Historic seaside townships such as Sarina and Midge Point, and outback communities such as Clermont and Nebo. There's superb golden beaches, the Great Barrier Reef and local islands such as Brampton and Keswick.