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Capricornia Cays National Park
Capricorn Coast, Rockhampton Area

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Free Entry - Entry Information

Phone:

13 0013 0372

Email:

csc@epa.qld.gov.au

Web:

www.derm.qld.gov.au/parks/capricornia-cays/index.html

Description

Capricornia Cays National Park protects eight coral cays which rise just a few metres above the high tide mark - Lady Musgrave, North West, Masthead, Wilson, Heron, Erskine and Tryon islands and Broomfield Cay. Their biological diversity, exceptional beauty and the endangered plants and animals they protect make them internationally significant. The cays support the largest breeding population of endangered loggerhead turtles in the South Pacific.

A large percentage of the Great Barrier Reef's seabird species visit each year to nest. Go reef-walking, snorkelling, diving, birdwatching, boating or fishing. Camping is permitted on two of the eight islands. Camping fees apply and bookings are essential. Book well in advance for school holidays. Take water and a fuel stove. Seasonal closures protect breeding seabirds, turtles and vegetation. Access to Tryon Island is restricted. Check restrictions on activities such as spearfishing, anchoring, fishing and collecting.

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Facilities

• Public toilet

Activities

• Animal Watching
• Birdwatching
• Camping
• Swimming
• Walking

Other Information

Children:
Children are welcome.

How To Get There:
The park is approximately 50 kilometres east of Gladstone and stretches 96 kilometres. Access is by private boat or tour operator. The closest departure points are Gladstone, Bundaberg and Town of 1770.

Free Entry

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Capricornia Cays National Park
Capricorn Coast
Queensland 4702 Australia

Contact Details

Phone:

13 0013 0372

Email:

csc@epa.qld.gov.au

Web:

www.derm.qld.gov.au/parks/capricornia-cays/index.html