Capricorn Coast National Park, Nature reserve in Livingstone Shire, Australia.
Capricorn Coast National Park comprises five separate coastal sections covering around 114 hectares, featuring sheltered coves, sandy beaches, and raised viewpoints. The different areas are connected by walking routes and showcase Queensland's varied coastline with views toward the Pacific Ocean.
The park was established as a protected area in 2006 to safeguard the coastal ecosystems and marine environments of the region. This designation acknowledged the ecological importance of the coastline for maintaining natural processes.
The land has been home to Aboriginal peoples for millennia, with deep cultural ties to the coastal environment that remain woven into the place itself. Walking through the area, you can sense the long history of connection between people and nature that defines this region.
The park is explored on foot via multiple marked trails of varying difficulty that lead to coves, beaches, and viewpoints. Bring water and proper footwear since conditions vary across different sections and some areas are exposed to sun and wind.
The park harbors more than 400 animal species, with around two dozen classified as rare or threatened and subject to conservation efforts. This high animal diversity in a relatively small area makes the site a notable location for observing native Australian wildlife.
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