The Burdekin has two main towns, Ayr and Home Hill, and is surrounded by many small communities that are worth exploring during your stay. To help you plan your trip or navigate the region, select the map you would like to download from the list below.
If you don't have a chance to pop into our Visitor Information Centres in Ayr and Home Hill, you can find a selection of helpful brochures here to assist with your holiday planning.
It does get quite hot and sunny here so remember to slip (on sun protective clothing), slop (on SPF 30 or higher sunscreen), slap (on a hat), seek (shade) and slide (on sunglasses) while you are here. Whether you're heading to the beach, Mt Inkerman, or the park, these sun-smart tips will help you stay safe and enjoy your time.
Our wet season is November to April so be prepared for rain if you are travelling during these months. A light raincoat and umbrella should do the trick.
There is a hospital in both Ayr and Home Hill as well as multiple pharmacies and medical centres for all your medical needs.
While most of the wildlife here are fun to look at and love getting their photo taken (especially the rock wallabies and birdlife), please be careful when in our waterways, esturaries and the ocean. Saltwater crocodiles are the largest living reptile on earth growing up to 7m in length with formidable jaws, incredible speed and unfathomable power and are an animal you don't want to mess with. Be aware when swimming in the ocean between the months of October and May for stingers, as they can cause a lot of pain if you are stung.
Green Sea Turtles are often spotted out at the S.S. Yongala shipwreck along with a couple of other species that frequent the Great Barrier Reef. Manta Rays are also seen swimming with divers at the S.S. Yongala shipwreck and love having their photo taken.