The Capricorn Coast Region — Your Halfway Highlight on Australia’s Holiday Highway

“Halfway to Cairns. All the way to paradise — on Australia’s Holiday Highway.”

Road tripping between the Gold Coast and Cairns? The Capricorn Coast is the perfect halfway stop — not just a break in the drive, but a destination of its own. Discover Yeppoon, Rockhampton, and Great Keppel Island.

Just 665km north of Brisbane, the Capricorn Coast Region awaits — a hidden gem basking on the Tropic of Capricorn and gateway to the Southern Great Barrier Reef. This captivating destination has surged in popularity over the past five years, offering a road trip that checks all the boxes: breathtaking coastal views, lush rainforests, charming towns, and unforgettable adventures.





Halfway Highlights: Capricorn Coast Stories 

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