Cape Hillsborough National Park
Cape Hillsborough, Queensland
A volcanic headland where kangaroos and wallabies come onto the beach around sunrise, a sight few places offer. There are also rainforest and mangrove boardwalks. Obey crocodile and stinger warning signs along this coast.
- Nearest town
- Cape Hillsborough, Queensland
- Category
- Nature & parks
- GPS
- -20.9200, 149.0400
Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.
Good to know
Best time to go
The most pleasant months are usually May–September. Still fine, with some compromises, in March–April and October–November. Hot in January–February. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)
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FAQs
Where is Cape Hillsborough National Park?
Cape Hillsborough National Park is in Cape Hillsborough, Queensland, at GPS -20.9200, 149.0400.
Which road trips pass Cape Hillsborough National Park?
Cape Hillsborough National Park is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Bundaberg to Mackay: Southern Reef and Capricorn Coast, Whitsunday Coast to Townsville and Sydney to Cairns by the Pacific and Bruce Highways.
What is there to see near Cape Hillsborough National Park?
Places worth a stop nearby: Mackay Art Deco Streets (29 km), Broken River Platypus Viewing, Eungella (62 km), Broken River Campground, Eungella (62 km) and Eungella Lookouts over the Pioneer Valley (62 km).
When is the best time to visit Cape Hillsborough National Park?
The most pleasant months are usually May–September. Still fine, with some compromises, in March–April and October–November. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)