Blackwater

The coal capital of Queensland.

Bedford Weir
A local dam good for fishing. Outside Blackwater

Blackdown National Park
Waterfalls, mountains and lowlands at the traditional home of the Ghungala people. About 30 km from Blackwater.

Japanese Garden Complex
A traditional Japanese garden also has the Blackwater International Coal Centre that explains all about coal mining in the area. Capricorn Highway.

Lions Park
An interesting feature is the flag display where a flag is flown to represent each nationality working in the coal mines.