The Mackay Highlands Great Walk
Know before you go
This is a 56.9km hike that’s mostly graded 4, for experienced bushwalkers only, with tricky navigation and sometimes treacherous paths. Take topographic maps and a compass, and know how to use them. 1 2
It’s recommended you walk between April and September. Bear in mind that Crediton Hall campsite, in particular, can experience frost in the winter months.
3 Treat all water before drinking. 4
Carry an EPIRB
(emergency position-indicating radio beacon) or PLB (personal locator beacon) in case of emergency. These can be borrowed free of charge from the Broken River Kiosk.
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Some campsites no longer accept walk-in bookings, so book all campsites in advance at qld.gov.au/camping