Local Attractions
The Tropic of Capricorn is a unique address and the Capricorn Region is home to many unique places, experiences and people. There are a multitude of things that you'll never find anywhere else. The diversity of the region promises a varied and exciting holiday experience. For example, experience a true unspoilt paradise full of relaxation, adventure and discovery at the Capricorn Coast and the Keppel group of Islands. The Capricorn Coast is also home to award winning resorts, a host of visitor attractions and many undiscovered treasures.
The Capricorn region then extends westwards, all the way to the Central Highlands where you'll discover Lake Maraboon, the Southern Hemisphere's second largest man made dam. Rivers and streams to fish in, Barramundi to catch in the Fitzroy River, wetlands and lagoons to explore.
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Attractions
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Dining and Eating Out (3)
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Cooberrie Park Wildlife Sanctuary At Cooberrie Park Wildlife Sanctuary, you can cuddle a koala, hold a snake and hand feed their very friendly kangaroos and wallabies whilst you experience more than 350 fascinating native animals, across 70 Species. They successfully breed many endangered native animals including koalas, cassowaries, parrots and marsupials and have more than 350 animals, including dingoes, emus, wombats, possums, sugar gliders, koalas, cassowaries, bettongs, potoroos, fox, turtles and a large variety of native birds. The sanctuary can be found less than ten minutes from the Capricorn Resort, 28 minutes from Rockhampton and 15 minutes from Yeppoon Beach.
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Footlights Theatre Restaurant Footlights Theatre Restaurant is a true Australian gem. There's a sumptuous three-course dinner with a brilliant two hour show performed by a professional team who have almost 3,000 shows and 27 years under their belts.
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Keppel Bay Marina and the Waterline Restaurant The multi award winning Keppel Bay Marina welcomes visitors by land and sea. Being the largest marina in Northern Queensland, it has become a major tourist attraction on the Capricorn Coast.
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Galleries, Museums and Collections (2)
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Champions Brock Experience Champions Brock Experience is the largest collection of Peter Brock Road and Race cars in the country. In a purpose-built world-class facility, along with over 38 vehicles, there is also a vast collection of professional and personal memorabilia of Peter Brock.
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The Horse and Carriage The Horse and Carriage is "a journey back in time". It has Queensland's largest collection of horse drawn vehicles on public display. There are 51 vehicles including a Hanson cab, Landeau carriage hearse, Cobb and Co. coach, an Austrian one horse open sleigh and wide wagon. There are also 22 farming implements with a full set of condamine bells and camp ovens, a Blacksmith and Saddlers shop and early Australian memorabilia and photographs.
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National Parks and Reserves (5)
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Bluff Point Track Rocky outcrops along the Capricorn Coast were formed by volcanic eruptions about 130 million years ago.
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Capricorn Coast National Park Capricorn Coast National Park has four separate accessable sections that can be enjoyed in a 30 minute drive between Yeppoon and Emu Park. Mangroves, dry rainforest, tussok grassland and open eucalypt forest provide a wonderful contrast to the blue waters of Keppel Bay. Rocky outcrops along the Capricorn Coast are the result of violent volcanic eruptions millions of years ago. Enjoy a beachside picnic at Bluff Point day use area and take the 2.3 kilometre walking track for fabulous views over islands and hinterland. Watch sea turtles from the high cliffs of Turtle lookout. Explore Double Head along a sealed 365 metre walking track. Visit Fan Rock lookout, a fan-shaped cliff formation with hexagonal basalt columns.
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Double Head Track The walking track zig-zags up through tangled dry vine thicket and tussock grassland to two lookouts. See the striking fan-shaped cliff formation with hexagonal basalt columns at Fan Rock Lookout, a reminder of the park’s volcanic past. Continue to the Rosslyn Bay Lookout for views over this scenic coastline.
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Keppel Bay Islands National Park Keppel Bay Islands National Park, including 15 islands surrounded by the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park, is the traditional home of the Ganomi-Woppaburra Aboriginal people. Secluded beaches, plunging cliffs and diverse plant communities are just some of the attractions on offer. Sea turtles breed and feed around the islands. On North Keppel Island, discover wildlife and enjoy the views on three walks. Snorkelling and diving are also popular. Go fishing, but adhere to regulations. Learn about Humpy Island's history and explore its circuit walk. Enjoy camping on one of seven islands.
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North Keppel Island Hilltop Trail Continuing past Keppel Bay lookout, this bush track winds through pockets of Banks' grevillea (Grevillea banksii) and grass-cloaked hilltops on the eastern side of the island and offers spectacular views of the ocean, islands and coast.
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Scenic Drives and Walks (1)
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Stony Creek Circuit This walk in Byfield State Forest passes over Freeman's Crossing and winds alongside Stony Creek through mature exotic pines with a heath understory featuring the Byfield Fern (Bowenia serrulata).
Events
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Exhibitions and Shows (1)
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Yeppoon Show One the most successful small shows in Central Queensland , the Yeppoon Annual Show is held over two days on the second weekend in June coinciding with the Queen’s Birthday long weekend. The Yeppoon show is two days of fun filled action! With a variety of competitions, displays and the excitement of sideshow alley. The show attracts a wide range of displays and ground exhibits featuring machinery, irrigation equipment, private and commercial vehicles, marine displays, commercial and retail supplies and products, jewellery and fancy goods, clothing and edible products. Also featured are school and college promotional stands, trade exhibits and a large display of edible and exotic fruits, vegetables and a competitive section for the pineapple industry. So come along to the 56th Yeppoon Annual Show.
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Festivals and Celebrations (2)
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The Village Festival The Village Festival is the Capricorn Coast's major music and arts celebration staged annually by the Keppel Coast Arts Council since 2003.
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Yeppoon Lions Pinefest The festival will attract interest from the local and broader regional community. Events such as the Grand Street Parade, beach activities and fireworks display draw spectators from far afield, from Emerald, Gladstone, Marlborough and the local city, Rockhampton.
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Sporting Events (3)
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Brisbane to Keppel Tropical Yacht Race The premier sailing event on the Capricorn Coast calendar, the Brisbane to Keppel Yacht Tropical Race conveniently follows the Sydney to Gold Coast Yacht Race and is a feeder to the Hamilton Island Race week. Race organisers, Royal Queensland Yacht Squadron, host the starting line festivities on Friday 6 August.
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Cycle Queensland Cycle Queensland is a fully catered nine-day cycling holiday on two wheels. The event is designed to let you have fun and enjoy your cycling. All your needs are taken care of by the Cycle Queensland team.
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Yeppoon Coast Guard Tight Lines Fishing Classic The Yeppoon Coast Guard Tight Lines Fishing Classic is the Capricorn Coast's premier fishing competition. Open to senior and junior categories the competition features prizes for each species as well as lucky draw. Fundraising for QF11 Yeppoon Coast Guards, this is a great community event showcasing the best fishing grounds the Keppel Islands have to offer.
Tours
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Full Day (1)
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Cruising the Keppels, Freedom Fast Cats Cruising the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park is Freedom Fast Cats specialty. From the 30 minute transfers to Great Keppel, to the fully catered Full day cruise with snorkelling, boom netting and barbecue lunch, Freedom Fast Cats is your one stop tour to really experience the true beauty of the waters wonders. Enjoy a trip on the glass bottom boat for some coral viewing and fish feeding. The licensed vessels are available for charter and cater for your individual requirements.
Visitor Information
Our Local Highlights
- Capricorn Caves: Take a tour at the Capricorn Caves. See the beautiful Cathedral Cave and cross the swing bridge.
- Champions Brock Experience: Whether it is a guided tour, our amazing Light and Sound show or one of our Up Close and Personal Tours, you too can “Live the Dream” at Champions Brock Experience, Yeppoon, Queensland.
- Capricorn Holidays - Local Tourism Information: Interested in finding out about things to see and do in the Capricorn Region? Find out more with Capricorn Holidays, your source of information on destinations and attractions in the Capricorn Region.