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Great Keppel Island Seaway Trail

Parks and Gardens

Great Keppel Island Seaway Trail

The Great Keppel Island Seaway Trail runs for approximately 300 metres, starting on the lawns overlooking ‘The Spit’ at Fisherman’s Beach, and follows a boardwalk meandering throughout Great Keppel Island Hideaway’s grounds. It features 15 beautifully sculptured information panels, each sharing the stories of our precious marine life. Each sculpture is in a local marine shape - starfish, dugong, hard and soft coral, jellyfish, turtles and hatchlings, butterflyfish, coral cod, giant clam, shark, whale, dolphin, seahorse, and a snorkeler over a reef. The colourful panels highlight marine facts, values, and conservation.

Great Keppel Island QLD

0.9 km away

Reef Keppel Islands — Image credit: Capricorn Enterprise

Natural Attractions

Bald Rock Dive Site

Bald Rock is located at the eastern end of Great Keppel Island, off Yeppoon, and is a great spot for smaller marine life. The rocky reef around Bald Rock varies in depth from 6 metres to 15 metres, and divers will find plenty of gutters, ledges and small caves to explore. With about 47 coral species, Bald Rock is one of the dive sites with relatively high diversity of corals. This site has a good coverage of hard corals, but divers will also see pretty gorgonians, spikey soft corals and sponges. While larger species like wobbegongs, stingrays and batfish can be seen, Bald Rock is a good spot to look for smaller critters. Nudibranchs are common, including large Spanish dancers. These colourful sea slugs come in such a wide variety of colours that they provide endless opportunities to underwater photographers. Also look out for flatworms, cuttlefish, octopus, pipefish, boxfish, crabs, shrimps, scorpionfish, lionfish and hawkfish. It is accessible only when conditions are calm enough to access the eastern side of Great Keppel Island. On the eastern tip, where the water is deeper, divers will start to see sea whips on the sand at the edges of the reef.

The Keppels QLD

1.8 km away

Eagle Ray — Image credit: Pacific Pixels

Natural Attractions

Child Island Dive Site

Child Island is one of the most exciting dive sites at the Keppel Islands off Yeppoon. Being a fair distance offshore, Child Island is best dived when conditions are calm, but this site nearly always has the best visibility in the area. Around Child Island are rocky reefs covered in coral in depths to 30 metres, and while you can jump in just about anywhere and have a great dive, the most action packed dive site would have to be The Gulch. This 30 metre deep channel between Child and Barren Islands features walls covered in wonderful corals, such as gorgonians, sea whips, black corals and soft corals. Pelagic fish cruise this gutter, so expect to see trevally, barracuda, batfish, mackerel and even cobia. Other species to look out for in The Gulch include wobbegongs, stingrays, gropers, eagle rays and sea snakes.

The Keppels QLD

1.8 km away

Sea Snake — Image credit: Pacific Pixels

Natural Attractions

Man and Wife Rocks Dive Site

There are many wonderful dive sites found around the Keppel Islands off Yeppoon, with one of the most popular sites being Man and Wife Rocks. These two rocky outcrops can be enjoyed by divers of any experience level, as there are shallow rocky reefs and walls dropping to 18 metres. Man and Wife Rocks suit a drift dive because the current screams through between the two sets of rocks as the tide flows in or out. Beautiful coral gardens are a feature of this dive site, with a good variety of soft and hard corals on display. Sheltering amongst these corals are numerous reef fish, nudibranchs, octopus, sea stars, moray eels and also sea snakes. Exploring the rocky reef at Man and Wife Rocks divers are also likely to find crayfish, wobbegongs and usually a few turtles.

The Keppels QLD

1.8 km away

Reef — Image credit: Anthony Vaughan

Natural Attractions

Shelving Beach Dive Site

The Keppel Islands located just off Yeppoon are a great place for divers to explore, but this area also has some wonderful snorkelling sites. Located at the southwest corner of Great Keppel Island, Shelving Beach can be a little difficult to reach without a boat, but many visitors walk the bush track to explore this secluded spot. Snorkelling off either end of the beach gives access to a rocky reef covered in hard corals. You don’t have to go any deeper than four metres to see a great range of small colourful reef fish and some pretty corals. But Shelving Beach is also a good place to see stingrays and turtles.

The Keppels QLD

1.8 km away

ANZAC Memorial — Image credit: Capricorn Enterpise

Landmarks and Buildings

The Centenary of ANZAC Memorial Walk

The reflective memorial boardwalk and its gateway gallery entry are the focal point to 'The Centenary of ANZAC Memorial Walk'. The walkway is intended as an emotional reflective experience and provides a timeline of WW1's many major battles of war. The gateway and orientation gallery contains interpretive works telling the stories of how the war began, the story of Gallipoli, the legend of ANZAC, the details of the Gallipoli campaign, the Somme, Fromelle, the Lone Pine battle and many more of these extraordinary campaigns.

Emu Park QLD

14 km away

Singing Ship — Image credit: Tourism and Events Queensland

Landmarks and Buildings

The Singing Ship

Set against a spectacular coastal vista of blue seas and Great Keppel Island in the distance, the Singing Ship at Emu Park is a majestic monument that commemorates the area’s legacy of the historical explorations of Captain James Cook, who discovered this bay in May 1770. The unique design represents the billowing sail, mast and rigging of his ship Endeavour. Concealed organ pipes use the sea breezes to create the musical sounds. Just below the Singing Ship is a viewing deck and boardwalk that makes up part of the Centenary of ANZAC Memorial Walk. The impressive boardwalk hugs the coastline and remembers the community's brave servicemen and women.

Emu Park QLD

14 km away

Kerr Park Emu Park — Image credit: Capricorn Enterprise

Parks and Gardens

Emu Park Playground

The Kerr Park playground is located along the foreshore in the coastal town of Emu Park on the Capricorn Coast. The kids will have endless fun at the playground. Explore the Alpha tower, zip along the Flying Fox, the playground also features an all-abilities swing and a Galleon ship. Pack a picnic or barbecue and enjoy the views looking out to the Keppel Islands, Southern Great Barrier Reef. And for the parents, the playground has arguably the best ocean views!

Emu Park QLD

14 km away

Keppel Bay Marina — Image credit: Nathan White Images

Landmarks and Buildings

Keppel Bay Marina

The stunning Keppel Bay Marina is the gateway to the Keppel Bay Islands, including the iconic Great Keppel and Pumpkin Islands. It is the friendliest and largest marina in Northern Australia, and the multi-award-winning tourist facility is home to over 500 berths. Settle in for a bite to eat at the onsite restaurant and café, The Waterline Restaurant, which is open for breakfast, lunch, and all-day barista made coffee while overlooking the charter vessels of Keppel Bay, including Keppel Konnections, Funtastic Cruises, Keppel Explorer and Pumpkin Xpress. Make your holiday complete with an adventure to Keppel Bay Marina on your way to the islands!

Rosslyn QLD

16 km away

Keppel Islands — Image credit: Pacific Pixels

Natural Attractions

Egg Rock Dive Site

Egg Rock is actually three rock pinnacles that rise from 30 metres to break the surface. Located in the Keppel Islands off Yeppoon, Egg Rock is always a reliable place to see schools of pelagic fish and other large marine life. This is a dive for more experienced divers, as not only is it deep, up to 25 metres, but often washed by currents. It is best dived as a drift dive because it is difficult to anchor at this site. Exploring the walls, gutters and ledges at Egg Rock, divers will find a great variety of corals, reef fish and invertebrate life. But these are easy overlooked as most divers will be too busy watching and photographing the schools of trevally, batfish and barracuda. Egg Rock is also a good place for divers to encounter wobbegongs, tawny nurse sharks, whitetip reef sharks, stingrays, eagle rays, turtles and sea snakes.

The Keppels QLD

17 km away

Garden decor — Image credit: Tanby Garden Centre

Parks and Gardens

Tanby Garden Centre

Over 1,000 square metres of plants, hundreds of pots, gardening supplies, home-wares, gifts, turf, and a fabulous cafe under our beautiful Atrium. A lovely spot to spend some time, take home a plant or two or select from the extensive giftware range. Onsite, Hygge Yeppoon is serving the best coffee and fabulous, mouthwatering treats. Hygge is operated out of a well-equipped food van adjoining the glorious Tanby Atrium.

Tanby QLD

18 km away

Wreck Point Scenic Lookout — Image credit: Livingstone Shire Council

Natural Attractions

Wreck Point Scenic Lookout

This scenic lookout located in Cooee Bay gives 360 degree views of the Capricorn Coast and Keppel Bay. Only a short drive from Yeppoon town centre. In October 1848 the 62 ton transport schooner Selina was found waterlogged and dismastered, washed ashore near this point, by Captain Roach of the cutter Will-o’-the-Wisp. The Selina was built for Captain Deloitte of Sydney and launched in Brisbane in 1847. She had departed the Pine River north of Brisbane on 31 July bound for Sydney with a cargo of cedar logs and carrying a crew including Captain Cameron. Selina failed to arrive in Sydney and was not sighted again until she was found 15 months later near this spot, now known as Wreck Point. Stage 2 features include a meandering 1.2 metres wide nature trail, featuring sandstone steps to a viewing platform positioned immediately above spectacular rocky point drop-off. The ‘shipwreck’ artwork is a central focus to the walking trail, which features an interpretive panel that tells the story of the Selina.

Cooee Bay QLD

19 km away

Appleton park Yeppoon Foreshore — Image credit: Capricorn Enerprise

Parks and Gardens

Yeppoon Foreshore Playground

Appleton Park is a fully fenced and shaded children’s playground that offers almost endless activities for the kids, including an all-abilities playground, sandpit and mini bike track, plus barbecues, tables and public toilets to make it an ideal family outing. The Yeppoon skate park is next to the park, where the bigger kids will happily spend hours scooting around. The nearby Yeppoon Lagoon pool with infinity edge and dining areas is stunning, and a must-see for visitors.

Yeppoon QLD

20 km away

Shell World Yeppoon

Galleries, Museums and Collections

Shell World Yeppoon

Shell World Yeppoon is a display of over 20,000 shells which include marine, land and fossil molluscs. The display is in an easy viewing format with all displays fully documented. These displays appeal to all visitors including children. Preserved marine life is also on display, as are many varieties of corals and samples of shell craft. Tourist buses and school groups are most welcome. Shell World Yeppoon is run by the Keppel Bay Shell Club and is open every day with a dedicated team of volunteers. Shells, shell craft and other craft items are on sale at reasonable prices. Admission is a gold coin donation. Entry is through the Tourist Information Centre.

Yeppoon QLD

20 km away

Keppel Kraken — Image credit: 4 Boys and a Caravan

Parks and Gardens

Keppel Kraken

Taking pride of place on the Yeppoon Foreshore, the Keppel Kraken is a water play feature quite unlike any other. With a mythical sea creature centrepiece and set against the spectacular backdrop of Keppel Bay, Yeppoon’s newest tourist attraction is the perfect place to soak up some sunshine on the beautiful Capricorn Coast. Featuring a host of interactive elements including water cannons, jets and a unique umbrella bucket – the only one of its kind in Queensland – the Keppel Kraken is guaranteed fun for the whole family. Timber decks and custom made picnic tables are the perfect place for mum and dad to enjoy a summer barbecue while the kids make the most of the play area, including five spectacular sea creature sculptures that have to be seen to be believed! The Keppel Kraken is located right in the heart of Yeppoon and just minutes from luxury beach front accommodation, gourmet dining and a thriving retail precinct, so why not come and experience all the Capricorn Coast has to offer.

Yeppoon QLD

20 km away

Yeppoon Lagoon

Sports and Recreation Facilities

Yeppoon Lagoon

The Yeppoon Lagoon is the jewel in the crown of the Yeppoon foreshore precinct. The 2500 square-metre resort-style lagoon pool is located right on the beachfront. It includes a shallow children’s play area, an informal lap swimming area and a swim-up infinity edge with stunning views over the Keppel Islands. The surrounding parklands include barbecues and shades areas great for picnics or a relaxing way to while away an afternoon with stunning views under the tropical foliage. Entry to the Lagoon is free and is patrolled Monday to Sunday, including Public Holidays. The Yeppoon Lagoon is located right in the heart of Yeppoon and is just minutes from luxury beachfront accommodation, gourmet dining and a thriving retail precinct, so why not come and experience all the Capricorn Coast has to offer. The squad of lifeguard pelicans patrolling the iconic Yeppoon Lagoon has been named as one of the best public art experiences in Australia. ‘Pelicans on Patrol’, designed by artist Simon McLean, manufactured by ScreenArt and commissioned by Livingstone Shire Council, has been shortlisted for the 2021 Australian Street Art Awards’ Best Landmark Sculpture.

Yeppoon QLD

20 km away

View from Double Head track — Image credit: Tourism and Events Queensland/Blink Photography

National Parks and Reserves

Capricorn Coast National Park

Capricorn Coast National Park has four separate accessible sections that can be enjoyed in a 30-minute drive between Yeppoon and Emu Park. Mangroves, dry rainforest, tussock 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 and visit Fan Rock lookout, a fan-shaped cliff formation with hexagonal basalt columns.

Yeppoon QLD

21 km away

Capricorn Coast Pineapple Rail Trail — Image credit: Capricorn Enterprise

Natural Attractions

Capricorn Coast Pineapple Rail Trail

A popular track for walker, joggers, cyclists and families, the Capricorn Coast Pineapple Rail Trail takes visitors through picturesque bushlands and urban landscape. A recreational attraction and pedestrian/cycleway link, the asphalt path stretches four and a half kilometres from the Yeppoon town centre through bushland to the golf course and Club Estate. The railway line was constructed in 1909 and originally stretched 53 kilometres between Yeppoon and Rockhampton. The track was closed down in 2006 when it’s main loading of pineapples moved to road transport. The Capricorn Coast Pineapple Rail Trail was opened in 2014.

Yeppoon QLD

21 km away

Taste Capricorn Coast — Image credit: Capricorn Enterprise

Shopping and Markets

Taste Capricorn Coast

Taste Capricorn Coast is a celebration of local flavours with a colourful array of producers, eateries, retail outlets, markets and farm experiences. Follow the flavours of the Capricorn Coast and go food trail foraging on a self-guided expedition using the downloadable map. Pack an esky or a picnic basket and gather local delights along the way. Or leave the foraging and prep to our amazing chefs and sample the best of the region’s produce in some of the most celebrated eateries along the Capricorn Coast. Discover what it means to be a Capricorn Coast ‘Locavore’ and indulge in ‘Providore’ to Plate.

Yeppoon QLD

21 km away

Reef Distillers

Entertainment Venues

Reef Distillers

Reef Distillers was born out of a passion for artisan spirits made with locally sourced botanicals and ingredients. A true 'paddock to still' micro distillery experience using local suppliers, farmers and native flora to create unique products with the 'signature' of the Capricorn Coast region and the Great Barrier Reef. As a passionate ocean tribe they are inspired by the diversity and splendour of the world's most famous marine ecosystem, its' glorious inhabitants and the incredible places they get to call home.

Hidden Valley QLD

24 km away

Crocodile underwater — Image credit: Koorana Crocodile Farm

Zoos, Sanctuaries, Aquariums and Wildlife Parks

Koorana Crocodile Farm

Koorana Crocodile Farm is a family owned commercially operated crocodile farm and restaurant located half an hour drive from Rockhampton or Yeppoon. Fully guided tours are conducted daily with lunch being served in the restaurant. Crocodiles hatching can be seen from February to May. Koorana has approximately 3,000 crocodiles. The restaurant serves crocodile meat dishes as well as standard meals. Crocodile skin and crocodile leather products are available including wallets, belts and clothing. Most crocodile leather accessories are Australian-made and are sold at farm gate prices with Cites permits for export. Visitors have the opportunity to touch and hold a specially trained crocodile at no charge as part of their entrance price. There is no charge for photography and part of the entrance price also. Also offered for group bookings or social functions are Spotlight Dinner Tours - minimum of 20 customers. These nights can tailored with 3 or 4 course meal packages including crocodile Farm walk by torchlight between courses.

Coowonga QLD

24 km away

Capricorn Dinosaur Mini Golf Yeppoon

Amusement and Theme Parks

Capricorn Dinosaur Park and Mini Golf Yeppoon

Located next to Cooberrie Park Wildlife Sanctuary, this new world-class dinosaur-themed attraction and Mini Golf course is now open. Dinosaur Mini Golf offers 18-holes of prehistoric fun for the whole family . Featuring life-sized prehistoric beasts sitting proudly amongst the natural environment Capricorn Dinosaur Park is a one kilometre trail which leads visitors through a prehistoric back drop and surrounding landscape - Dinosaurs tower over guests who take part in an Activity Passport to learn all about these awesome displays No bookings required. Capricorn Coast's newest tourism attraction is the ultimate Dinosaur experience on the Southern Great Barrier Reef.

Woodbury QLD

31 km away

Hold a Koala

Zoos, Sanctuaries, Aquariums and Wildlife Parks

Cooberrie Park Wildlife Sanctuary

At Cooberrie Park, you can cuddle a Koala, hold a Crocodile, Snake or Lizard, play with Birds, interact with playful Monkeys and hand feed Kangaroos! Located just just 28 minutes from Rockhampton and 15 minutes from Yeppoon Beach. During the daily animal show at 1pm, all visitors are able to hold a Snake, Lizards, Sugar Glider, Parrots and pat the Koala for photos, all included with admission! Animal encounters include Koala Holdings, Monkey Experiences, Macaw Holding, Crocodile Holding, Junior Zoo Keeper Program and VIP Reptile Experiences! Swimming pool, paddling pool and barbecue facilities are all included with admission! They receive no government funding and rely solely on admission and donations. Cooberrie Park is the only Wildlife Sanctuary in Central Queensland that takes care of sick, injured and orphaned wildlife; the animals appreciate your support.

Yeppoon QLD

31 km away

Nurim Circuit Boardwalk offers spectacular views. — Image credit: Explore Rockhampton

National Parks and Reserves

Mount Archer National Park

Nurim Circuit is a must for your Rockhampton bucket list. Extending 25 metres off the side of Mount Archer (Nurim), the 500-metre flat boardwalk offers spectacular views of the city and the mighty Fitzroy River (Tunuba). Take your time soaking in the views and checking out the interpretive signage of the local Darumbal culture. The boardwalk is particularly popular with locals and tourists alike wanting to catch the spectacular sunrises and sunsets, so don't forget your camera! If you're a budding photographer or would like to pick up on some tips and tricks to shooting the sunset from Nurim Circuit, check out our blog 'A photographers guide to Mount Archer National Park'. If you're not in a rush when visiting Mount Archer National Park, then pick up a delicious platter of cheese, cold meats, dips and crackers or some delicious takeaway from any of the local cafes in town before you head atop the mountain. Sit back and relax at the picnic tables or the Mount Archer Amphitheatre. If you're a fitness fanatic or a nature enthusiast, take a trip on one of the many hiking and bush walking trails throughout the national park. Hit up the mountain biking trails at the First Turkey Mountain Bike Park.

Nerimbera QLD

41 km away

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