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Theodore Hotel: only cooperative hotel in Queensland; The Boulevard. Dawson Folk Museum: provides local history; open by appt; Second Ave; (07) 4993 1686.

Isla Gorge National Park This highland park has gorges and spectacular rock formations. The camping area overlooks the gorge and a 2 km return walk leads to the Isla Gorge Lookout. If staying overnight, watch the changing colours of the sandstone cliffs as the sun sets. (07) 4627 3358; turn-off 35 km S.Theodore Weir: popular spot for fishing; southern outskirts of town. Moura: major cattle town that holds the annual Coal and Country Festival in Aug; 48 km NW. Cracow: where gold was produced from famous Golden Plateau mine 1932–76; 49 km SE.

Dawson River 41 km

Moura is a two-hour drive west of Gladstone. Better known for its prime cattle production and huge coalmines, the township and the nearby Dawson River is not exactly number one on most people’s list  of top... Find out more

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Lake Callide 86 km

Built on upper Callide Creek, a Dawson River tributary 20 km east of Biloela (pronounced bilo-wela), this lake supplies cooling waters for the nearby coal-burning power station that’s part of the Boyne Island... Find out more

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Wuruma Dam 95 km

Situated 35 km north of Eidsvold, this 18 sq km little-known water contains Australian bass, barramundi, saratoga, silver perch, yellowbelly and sleepy cod. A Stocked Impoundment Permit is required. There is a large... Find out more

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Cania Dam 98 km

Located close to Monto, Cania Dam holds yellowbelly, silver perch and Australian bass to 3 kg. Cania’s big drawcard though is the saratoga. Initially stocked with only 200 individuals, the saratoga have bred to a... Find out more

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Lake Awoonga 155 km

The jewel in the crown of the Bass to Barra Trail, Lake Awoonga is Queensland’s premier barramundi impoundment. Clean waters, the result of a largely undisturbed watershed, contain barramundi, mangrove jack,... Find out more

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Lake Monduran 178 km

Lake Monduran is near Gin Gin, a four-hour drive north of Brisbane on the Bruce Highway. Although it appears narrow, it has a surface area of 53 sq km and a holding capacity of 585 900 ML of water, which is about 1.6... Find out more

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Fitzroy River 179 km

Great fishing rivers flow through some of our best known cities: the Yarra in Melbourne, the Swan in Perth and the Derwent in Hobart, to name a few. One of the best city rivers I have come across is the Fitzroy, which... Find out more

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Lake Boondooma 188 km

Situated on the Boyne River to the west of Bjelke Petersen Dam, this lake is about 15 km from Proston. Since its construction in 1983, a variety of species have been stocked here. Australian bass, silver perch and... Find out more

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Yeppoon 213 km

Yeppoon, about 30 mins drive north-east of Rockhampton, is the main port for visitors wanting to go to the Keppel Islands. In the harbour at Rosslyn Bay I met up with fourth-generation cattle producer Richard Wilson and... Find out more

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Waterpark Creek 234 km

Unlike its namesake Corio Bay at Geelong in Victoria, best known for its snapper and King George whiting, Corio Bay in north Queensland produces trevally, barramundi, threadfin salmon and a host of other tropical... Find out more

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Caving - Rockhampton 179 km

Escape the sunshine for a while with an hourlong, eco-certified tour of Capricorn Caves, 23 kilometres north of Rockhampton. These caves feature intricately sculpted formations and the tour includes an optional... Find out more

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Capricorn Resort (Championship course) 221 km

The late 1980s and early ’90s were days of a course building boom in Queensland, on the Gold Coast especially. But one developer, the Japan-based Iwasaki Group, chose a relatively isolated location near Yeppoon,... Find out more

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Lookout camping area 28 km

If you’re seeking a campsite with a view, you’ll love watching the sunset over the orange-coloured cliffs of Isla Gorge at this camping area. There are undefined walking tracks for experienced walkers, and... Find out more

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Glebe Weir camping area 57 km

A hugely popular spot for fishing and waterskiing, Glebe Weir is off the Leichhardt Hwy about 26 km north of Taroom. To get to the campground, take Glebe Weir Rd from the Leichhardt Hwy and travel for a further 26 km.... Find out more

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Chain Lagoons camping area 68 km

This very basic campsite with no facilities is 15 km north-east of Taroom, reached via the Old Theodore Rd from the Leichhardt Hwy. Taroom, on the Dawson River, is 120 km north of Miles on the Warrego Hwy and... Find out more

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Lake Murphy camping area 73 km

This large camping area has plenty of space for motorhomes and large groups looking for a shady spot near the lake, which is a seasonal refuge for waterbirds. You’ll need to bring firewood and drinking water. It is... Find out more

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Taroom Caravan Park 82 km

On Short St in Taroom, this caravan park has 20 powered sites and plenty of space for tent camping. There are laundry facilities on-site; bring your own firewood. The town is on the Leichhardt Hwy, 120 km north of Miles... Find out more

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Neville Hewitt Weir camping area 89 km

Hugely popular in the winter months, this beautiful riverside campground in the town of Baralaba is a favourite with campers from southern Australian states looking to escape the cold weather in a picturesque spot. The... Find out more

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Sandy Creek Bridge camping area 92 km

This very basic campsite with no facilities is 8 km south-west of Taroom. Access is via the Roma Rd. Taroom, on the Dawson River, is 120 km north of Miles on the Warrego Hwy and 153 km south of Banana on the Dawson Hwy.... Find out more

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Cania Gorge Caravan & Tourist Park 95 km

The friendly and welcoming folks at this tourist park offer a high standard of accommodation and facilities for the whole family. Campers have the option of powered and unpowered sites, or you can upgrade to a cabin or... Find out more

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Cania Gorge Tourist Retreat 96 km

At the entrance to the national park in a sandstone gorge, this excellent eco-friendly tourist park packed with top-notch facilities has 40 powered sites, 20 unpowered sites and a modern amenities... Find out more

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Wuruma Dam camping area 97 km

Well stocked with perch, bass and saratoga, Wuruma Dam is an angler’s paradise. The dam is also popular for a range of watersports: canoeing, sailing, swimming and waterskiing. The area is 48 km north-west of... Find out more

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Mount Morgan Motel and Van Park 146 km

A very tidy basic park, ideal for an overnight stay or a few days in Mount Morgan, this spot allows you to explore the historic town from a very suitable base.... Find out more

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Lake Awoonga Caravan Park 158 km

A picturesque park overlooking Lake Awoonga, this spot is 9 km from the Bruce Highway along a sealed road. The dam is stocked with barramundi, making it a popular fishing destination. There is a well-stocked shop with a... Find out more

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BIG4 Boyne River Tourist Park 165 km

This is a very good park with river and highway frontage. It has very good amenities and nice grassy areas all the way to the river. It is a very convenient overnight stop for those travelling the Bruce Highway or a good... Find out more

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Tannum Beach Caravan Village 172 km

Close to Gladstone and across the road from the beach, this spotless park with good facilities is ideal for a few days or convenient for an overnight stay. Bookings are required in peak periods.... Find out more

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BIG4 Barney Beach 172 km

This is a quality park with a good range of facilities and spotless amenities. It is in a quiet area away from the centre of town and just 80 metres from the beach. Bookings are required in peak periods.... Find out more

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Possum Park Caravan and Camping Park 172 km

We always enjoy staying at this unusual caravan park; once a World War II munitions dump, the underground bunkers have been converted to cabins. Owner-operated, it is a great park set in a quiet location alongside the... Find out more

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Southside Holiday Village 177 km

This is a quality park on the southern approaches to Rockhampton, 3.5 km from the city centre. Enjoy the heated swimming pool and the camp kitchen here. This is a good base for a stay in Rockhampton. Bookings are... Find out more

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Lake Monduran Holiday Park 180 km

Lake Monduran is a stocked impoundment, very popular with anglers; a fishing permit, available at the kiosk, is required. The park has good facilities and is a great place for an overnight stay, easily accessible from... Find out more

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Riverside Tourist Park 180 km

This is a very popular council park on the banks of the river, a short walk across the bridge from the city centre. It is a place that will suit those looking for a quality, no-frills stay. Bookings are required in peak... Find out more

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Discovery Holiday Parks – Rockhampton 183 km

This is a great park on the north side of Rockhampton, easily accessible from the highway. There is a licensed restaurant, half tennis court, minigolf course, pool and coffee shop. This is a good base in Rockhampton.... Find out more

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Theodore Camp Area 1 km

South end of town Large area 2 kilometres off the highway on the banks of the Dawson River at the southern end of the main street through town. Excellent facilities and some reasonable shade. GPS: S24 57.21 E150... Find out more

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Isla Gorge Camp Area 29 km

T/O 59 km N of Taroom (L) or 36 km S of Theodore (R) Very small campground located 1 kilometre west of the highway in the scrub near the lookout in Isla Gorge National Park. Good facilities. Limited shade. GPS: S25... Find out more

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Glebe Weir Camp Area 57 km

T/O 27 km N of Taroom (R) or 67 km S of Theodore (L) Large area located 26 kilometres east of the highway on the Dawson River in a shady bush setting. Good facilities and shade. GPS: S25 27.81 E150 02.03... Find out more

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Chain Lagoon Rest Area 70 km

T/O 15 km N of Taroom (R) or 80 km S of Theodore (L) Secluded area located 1.5 kilometres north of the highway at the lagoon. Good shade. GPS: S25 31.392 E149 46.644... Find out more

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Claude Valley Gateway Rest Area 73 km

66 km NW of Monto (L) or 29 km SE of Biloela (R) Large area adjacent to the road next to a community hall. Limited shade. GPS: S24 34.069 E150 39.660... Find out more

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Coominglah Range Rest Area 93 km

19 km NW of Monto (L) or 76 km SE of Biloela (R) Large secluded area well off the highway surrounded by scrub. Good facilities. Limited shade. GPS: S24 47.980 E150 59.065... Find out more

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Waruma Dam Camp Area 96 km

T/O 19 km N of Eidsvold (L) or 55 km S of Monto (R) Large camp area located 27 kilometres west of the highway on the shores of the lake. Good facilities. Limited shade. GPS: S25 10.52 E150 59.14  ... Find out more

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Monto Park Area 105 km

North side of town Small parking area adjacent to the highway. Good facilities and shade. GPS: S24 51.872 E151 06.852... Find out more

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Ceratodus Rest Area 113 km

10 km N of Eidsvold (L) or 64 km S of Monto (R) Large grassed area just off the highway at Burnett River. Good facilities and shade. GPS: S25 16.870 E151 08.353 ... Find out more

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Dululu Rest Area 123 km

75 km N of Biloela (L) or 70 km SW of Rockhampton (R) Large area well off the highway around a few large trees. Good facilities and shade. NOTE: Power and showers available for a fee. GPS: S23 50.865 E150 15.717... Find out more

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Wandoan Rest Area 131 km

South side of town Large area just off the highway at the visitor information centre. Good facilities. Limited shade. GPS: S26 07.339 E149 57.524  ... Find out more

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Duaringa Rest Area 142 km

East end of town Large area well off the highway among trees. Excellent facilities and shade. GPS: S23 43.18 E149 40.21  ... Find out more

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Black Stump Rest Area 142 km

44 km NW of Gayndah (R) or 34 km SE of Eidsvold (L) Large area just off the highway around a few trees. Good facilities. Limited shade. GPS: S25 34.414 E151 18.65... Find out more

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Calliope River Rest Area 155 km

21 km N of Benaraby (L) or 30 km S of Mount Larcom (R) Large area located well off the highway on the banks of the river. Good facilities. Limited shade. GPS: S23 57.675 E151 09.142... Find out more

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Mount Larcom Park Area 156 km

North side of town Parking area just off the highway. Good facilities. Limited shade. GPS: S23 48.653 E150 58.802... Find out more

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Goowarra Rest Area 157 km

26 km W of Duaringa (L) or 10 km E of Dingo (R) Small area adjacent to the highway. Good facilities. Limited shade. GPS: S23 39.50 E149 25.41... Find out more

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Binjour Range Rest Area 157 km

17 km NW of Gayndah (R) or 61 km SE of Eidsvold (L) Large area well off the highway among the trees. Good facilities and shade. GPS: S25 32.009 E151 29.927... Find out more

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Bouldercombe Park Area 158 km

Opposite the hotel Small town park adjacent to the highway. Good facilities. Limited shade. GPS: S23 34.261 E150 28.139... Find out more

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Bororen Park Area 164 km

Middle of town Parking area adjacent to the highway. Good facilities. GPS: S24 14.579 E151 29.756  ... Find out more

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Boyne River Rest Area 165 km

31 km N of Bororen (L) or 1 km S of Benaraby (R) Large area just off the highway on the banks of the Boyne River. Good facilities and shade. GPS: S24 00.650 E151 20.433... Find out more

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Granite Creek Rest Area 165 km

63 km N of Gin Gin (R) or 36 km S of Miriam Vale (L) Large area just off the highway around some large trees. Good shade and facilities. GPS: S24 36.923 E151 40.098... Find out more

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Claude Wharton Weir Rest Area 170 km

3 km NW of Gayndah (L) or 75 km SE of Eidsvold (R) Small secluded area well off the highway on the river. Good facilities and shade. GPS: S25 36.776 E151 35.606... Find out more

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Gayndah Rest Area 173 km

East side of town Small area adjacent to the highway overlooking the river. Good facilities and shade. GPS: S25 37.727 E151 37.460... Find out more

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Pioneer Place Park Area 174 km

99 km NW of Goomeri (R) or 3 km E of Gayndah (L) Large area just off the highway. Good facilities and reasonable shade. GPS: S25 37.409 E151 38.286... Find out more

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Bluff Park Area 182 km

East side of town Small area adjacent to the highway. Limited shade. GPS: S23 34.975 E149 04.514... Find out more

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Drillham Rest Area 188 km

19 km W of Miles (R) or 120 km E of Roma (L) Small area just off the highway on the bank of the river. GPS: S26 38.28 E149 58.50... Find out more

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Gin Gin Rest Area 189 km

2 km N of Gin Gin (R) or 97 km S of Miriam Vale (L) Large area just off the highway. Good facilities and shade. GPS: S24 58.456 E151 56.760... Find out more

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Dogwood Creek Rest Area 190 km

1 km W of Miles (R) or 138 km E of Roma (L) Large area just off the highway. Good facilities. Limited shade. GPS: S26 39.338 E150 10.753... Find out more

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Miles Park Area 190 km

Middle of town Parking area adjacent to the highway. Good facilities. Limited shade.  GPS: S26 39.609 E150 11.063... Find out more

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Ban Ban Springs Rest Area 193 km

75 km N of Goomeri (L) or 27 km SE of Gayndah (R) Large area just off the highway opposite the roadhouse. Good facilities. Limited shade. GPS: S25 40.904 E151 48.958... Find out more

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