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Capricorn Way

The Capricorn Way is home to the "Dig The Tropic" geological drive trail, and it links the Southern Great Barrier Reef to Queensland's Outback.
Blackdown Tableland National Park
Blackwater International Coal Centre
Mt Hay Gemstone Tourist Park
Capricorn Caves
Emerald Van Gogh Sunflower Painting
Sapphire Gem Fossicking
Follow this self-drive trail along the Tropic of Capricorn to uncover history from the Jurassic era to the present day. Explore ancient limestone caverns, discover fossils, visit a gold rush town, uncover thunder eggs, fossick for gemstones and walk through ageless rainforests.

Create your own self drive itinerary and take your time exploring several unique tourism destinations along the way. The drive is easily accessible on sealed roads.
Information

Website

www.visitcapricorn.com.au

Address

Scenic Hwy, Yeppoon QLD, Queensland, 4700

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