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Mackay-Eungella Road, Pioneer Valley, Queensland
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Mackay-Eungella Road

Mackay Eungella Road, Mackay-Eungella Road · Walkerston → Eungella

Leisurely42 mi1 hr2,800 ft climbHigh point ≈ 2,300 ftOne way
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The drive

Mackay-Eungella Road, State Route 64, starts for this drive at Walkerston and runs 67 km (41 mi) to Eungella. The first part follows the Pioneer River and then Cattle Creek through cane fields, with Pinnacle and Finch Hatton on the way. From Netherdale the road climbs the Clarke Range escarpment, gaining about 490 m over around 4 km.

The road is sealed the whole way, but it gets narrower, steeper and tighter as it rises. About 370 m of it is steeper than 15%. It is considered unsuitable for caravans, though large trucks use it often.

At the top the road reaches Eungella township. Eungella Dam Road carries on past the town toward Broken River, which Queensland tourism calls the best place to see a wild platypus.

Along the way

  1. Walkerston
  2. Pinnacle
  3. Finch Hatton
  4. Eungella (Mackay Eungella Road)
Elevation
2,800 ft of climbing · high point ≈ 2,300 ft
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Curves
Mostly gentle, with one twisty stretch
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Good to know

  • Landslips and storms can close or restrict the range road, with traffic control and slope repair work at times, so check QLDTraffic before you go.
  • The range is considered unsuitable for caravans.

Open all year, weather permitting. Roads close for snow, fire, storms and repairs: before you set off, check QLDTraffic.

Questions about this drive

How long does Mackay-Eungella Road take to drive?

Walkerston to Eungella is 67 km (41 mi) and takes about 1 hour.

Is Mackay-Eungella Road suitable for caravans?

No. The road is narrow, steep and tightly curved on the Clarke Range, and is considered unsuitable for caravans.

How steep is the Eungella Range road?

The road climbs about 490 m over around 4 km from Netherdale, with about 370 m steeper than 15%.

Does Mackay-Eungella Road close?

It can. Landslips and storm damage have restricted the range road to one lane under traffic control before. Check QLDTraffic for the current arrangements.

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Distance, time, elevation, curves and intensity are from Carve's route. Checked 2026-10-28.

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Map of Mackay-Eungella Road, from Walkerston to Eungella