Capricorn Coast National Park Park

Website: https://parks.des.qld.gov.au/parks/capricorn-coast

Hours: Daily sunrise-sunset

Capricorn Coast National Park is a coastal conservation area on Queensland’s central coast protecting beaches, headlands and coastal vegetation. The park conserves coastal habitats and offers short walking tracks and viewpoints over the Coral Sea.

Shoreline platforms, beach sections and stretches of coastal woodland are the main attractions for day visitors seeking short walks, birdwatching and coastal scenery. Facilities are generally basic and the park is managed for low-impact recreation and habitat protection.

The park was established to protect coastal environments and remains managed by the Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service with a focus on preserving shoreline ecosystems and providing visitor access. Conservation actions prioritise erosion control and native vegetation management.

The park lies on the Capricorn Coast of central Queensland, near the coastal towns that serve the Rockhampton and Yeppoon region. It fronts the Coral Sea on Queensland’s central eastern seaboard.

• Lookouts and tracks: Coastal walking tracks and headland lookouts provide the best views of intertidal zones and migrating seabirds; check local park information for track lengths and access points.

The park is accessed by road from Rockhampton (about 40-90 minutes depending on the beach or headland), via the Bruce Highway and local coastal roads. Several small towns on the Capricorn Coast provide services and car access to park entry points.

• Plan beach walks around tide times; some coastal stretches can be narrow at high tide.
• Look for the Capricorn Coast's lesser-known bays early in the morning to avoid boat traffic from popular anchorages.
• Check for park alerts regarding seasonal nesting areas for shorebirds and closures.