Mackay Highlands Great Walk
Queensland, Australia
Point-to-point trail in Queensland, Australia. Hiking.
- Distance
- 36.3 mi (58.4 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 4,760 ft (1,451 m)
- Est. Time
- 14 hr 5 min
- High point
- 3,087 ft (941 m)
- Difficulty
- Expert
- Route type
- Point to point
Features
Along the way
- Historic site: Doctors Cottage 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from start
- Historic site: Mackay Hotel 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from start
- Campsite: Denham Range 13.4 mi (21.6 km) from start
- Shelter 25.4 mi (40.9 km) from start
- Campsite: Crediton Hall Campground 25.4 mi (40.9 km) from start
- Picnic area 32 mi (51.5 km) from start
- Campsite: Broken River Bush Camp 32.1 mi (51.6 km) from start
- Viewpoint: Platypus viewing platform 32.1 mi (51.7 km) from start
- Picnic area 36.2 mi (58.2 km) from start
- Shelter 36.2 mi (58.2 km) from start
- Viewpoint: Sky Window 36.2 mi (58.3 km) from start
- Viewpoint: Sky Window 36.3 mi (58.4 km) from start
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Questions about Mackay Highlands Great Walk
How long is Mackay Highlands Great Walk?
Mackay Highlands Great Walk is 36.3 mi (58.4 km) long. Most people take about 14 hr 5 min. It climbs 4,760 ft (1,451 m) in total, up to a high point of 3,087 ft (941 m).
How hard is Mackay Highlands Great Walk?
GoTrails rates it Expert, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Mackay Highlands Great Walk?
5 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on Mackay Highlands Great Walk?
Drinking water on the way at 7.8 mi (12.5 km), 25.4 mi (40.9 km). Toilets: Trailhead, 13.4 mi (21.6 km), 25.4 mi (40.9 km), 36.2 mi (58.2 km).
Is Mackay Highlands Great Walk shaded?
Mostly shaded (70% under trees).
What can you do on Mackay Highlands Great Walk?
Best for Hiking.
Where can you eat near Mackay Highlands Great Walk?
2 picnic spots.
Is this a good week for Mackay Highlands Great Walk?
GoTrails turns the 7-day forecast at the start and at the high point into a clear go / no-go: temperature, rain, storms, wind, heat, air quality and daylight, with a suggested start time. This week’s call is at the top of this page.
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GoTrails · Route data: © OpenStreetMap