Discovery Holiday Parks
Blackwater, Central Highlands, QLD

Overview

Locally, it is known as the coal capital of Queensland, producing 14 million tones of coking and thermal coal a year, but there is much more to this town and region than initially meets the eye.

Just 55 kilometres east of Blackwater lies the spectacular Blackdown Tableland National Park. A dramatic elevation of 900m above sea level, allows for spectacular views, and a cooler temperature provides for unique plants and wildlife species. Enjoy the picnic areas, lookouts, scenic walking tracks and the beautiful Rainbow Falls, a waterfall not to be missed.

Or if you prefer to remain around the Blackwater township, visit the Japanese Garden, the Lion Park, which apart from the New York United Nations building has the worlds largest group of international flags, or the Mining display.

To fully enjoy this unique experience, stay at the friendly Discovery Holiday Parks - Blackwater, conveniently set within the township of Blackwater. It is the perfect location and the team is happy to help you work out how to get the most out of your stay in Blackwater.

No matter what adventures you embark on, Discovery Holiday Parks - Blackwater will be a great base to start from.

Specials

No specials are available at this time.

Features & Facilities

• Bottletree Cafe
• Kiosk
• BBQ
• Breakfast packs available
• Ice available
• Internet access
• Public telephone
• Photocopy & fax service
• Laundry
• Covered car parking

Accommodation

Standard - Motel Room

• Airconditioning
• Ensuite
• Colour TV
• Queen bed
• Limitied cooking facilities
• Clock radio
• Tea and coffee

Type of Accommodation:	Off Peak:	Shoulder:	Peak:
Motel Room	$95.00	n/a	n/a

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Standard - Ensuite & Family Cabins

• Airconditioning
• Ensuite
• Colour TV
• Queen bed
• Limited cooking facilities
• Phone
• Clock radio
• Tea and coffee

Type of Accommodation:	Off Peak:	Shoulder:	Peak:
Ensuite Cabin (1 person)	n/a	n/a	$90.00
Family Cabin	n/a	n/a	$110.00

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Powered & Unpowered Sites

• Suitable for caravans and camping.

Type of Accommodation:	Off Peak:	Shoulder:	Peak:
Powered Site	n/a	n/a	$25.00
Unpowered Site	n/a	n/a	$15.00

Extra Adult/Child: $6.00/$4.00

Permanent powered sites: are also available (for own caravan), $115 per week (+ electricity).

Attractions & Activities

Blackwater is a unique town along the Capricorn Highway. Locally, it is known as the coal capital of Queensland and there is much to see.

• Blackwater Coal Mine
• Blackwater Country Club
• Japanese Garden and Tourist Information Centre
• The Lions Park
• Mining Display
• War Memorial
• Blackdown Tablelands National Park
• International Coal Mining Centre
• Bedford Weir

Blackwater Coal Mine

Blackwater is one of the largest open cut coal mines in Australia, producing almost 14 million tonnes of coking and thermal coal a year.

Blackwater Country Club

Visit the Black Water Country Club to enjoy golf, bowls and squash.

Japanese Garden and Tourist Information Centre

The Garden marks the Sister Town relationship with Fujisawa, Japan. It contains approximately 600 tonnes of ornamental stone and was constructed by the Duaringa Shire Council works staff in association with 14 Japanese gardeners, carpenters and interpreters.

The Lions Park

The Lions Park on Capricorn Highway flies the flags of 37 nations, representing each of the nationalities working in the coal fields.

War Memorial

Two pine trees grown from pine seeds taken from the Gallipoli peninsula in Turkey are the highlight of the town's War Memorial. This memorial is located beside the Blackwater and District Workers Club.

Blackdown Tablelands

The Blackdown Tablelands are a sandstone island which rises 600 metres above the surrounding plains. They were formed millions of years ago when a shift in the earth's plates pushed this sandstone and sedimentary rock from the inland lake upwards.

Blackwater International Coal Centre

This $9 million project will showcase the past, present and future of the coal industry in a state-of-the-art facility. Incorporated in the centre is a cinema for the purpose of coal education & visitor viewing. Due for completion in August 2008.

Bedford Weir

Bedford Weir is a short drive from Discovery Holiday Parks - Blackwater and is well stocked with barramundi, sleepy cod, yellow belly saratoga & red claw crayfish. There is an annual fishing competition in June/July and a ski club and picnic grounds which can be enjoyed by visitors.