Capricorn Region Travel Guide
Capricorn Region accommodation, Capricorn Region activities and attractions, Capricorn Region maps, transportation to and around Capricorn Region - the ALL NEW Jasons Capricorn Region Destination Travel Guide is your complete visitor guide for Capricorn Region. It has often been said that the beauty of the Capricorn Region is one of Queensland’s best-kept secrets. Situated on the Tropic of Capricorn, it has an idyllic subtropical climate with moderate summers and warm sunny winters, a friendly, relaxed community and easy pace of life.
Extending from St Lawrence south to Gladstone and west to Jericho, this varied region boasts tropical beaches and islands, tropical and temperate rainforests, the central highlands and gemfields, fascinating limestone caves, the diverse scenery of the rural and mining hinterland, and 15 national parks. Its capital
Rockhampton is the gateway to the Outback's towns, cattle stations and mining centres. Built on the wealth of goldrushes and cattle empires, Rocky's heritage precincts preserve its grand architecture and its rugged charm keeps the pioneering spirit alive.
The Scenic Highway winds its way along the 16km of spectacular coastline between
Yeppoon and
Emu Park. The views are superb and there are 13 safe beaches, the Causeway Lakes, picnic areas and great fishing spots along the way.