Coral Point Park Lookout – Mackay’s Hidden Coastal Gem 🌊

📍 Location: Southern Mackay (less crowded, perfect for off-the-beaten-path adventures!) Why Visit? ✅ 270° Ocean Views – Drive right up the cliffside for panoramic vistas of the Coral Sea. ✅ Snorkeling & Fishing – Crystal-clear waters teeming with marine life—bring your gear! ✅ Tide Pooling – Explore rocky shores at low tide for crabs, shells, and small sea creatures. ✅ Sunset Spot – Golden-hour skies paint the horizon in fiery hues—Instagram-worthy! 25 How to Get There 🚗 Self-drive (best option!): Follow Google Maps to Coral Point Park Lookout. The cliffside track is accessible for most vehicles (no 4WD needed). Parking: Free and uncrowded—perfect for a picnic with ocean views. What to Bring 🎒 Snorkel gear (reefs near the shore!) Fishing rod (local bream & coral trout are common) Sturdy shoes (rocky terrain) Camera (you’ll regret not capturing this!) Nearby Gems 🌴 Lamberts Beach – Secluded, wild, and great for beachcombing 23. Slade Point – Whale-watching spot (June-Nov) with epic coastal views 2. Mackay Harbour – Lively marina with seafood restaurants 5. WHV & Road Trip Bonus 🚐💨 Visa workers: A peaceful escape from city life—great for weekend adventures. Road trippers: Stop here en route to Airlie Beach or Eungella National Park! #AustraliaWHV #HiddenGems #MackayMustSee