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Stargazing picnic away from city lights in Rockhampton
Dark-sky friendly vantage (check local advice), Rockhampton, QLDShow on mapExcellent location — show on map
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Dark-sky friendly vantage (check local advice), Rockhampton, QLDShow on mapExcellent location — show on map
Added by
@picniquefounder
Drive or rideshare to a darker-sky lookout with blankets, thermos, and a constellation app: quiet, memorable, and low spend. Picnique lists this as a repeatable planning pattern for your city, not a review of one named venue. Confirm hours, pricing, access, and conditions with operators, councils, or park authorities before anyone in your group travels.
Budget
Free
Duration
2 hours
Vibe
Romantic
Venue: Public hill / coastal lookout - Rockhampton
Location: Rockhampton, QLD
Address: Dark-sky friendly vantage (check local advice), Rockhampton, QLD
Parking: Rural lookout parking; respect private property boundaries.
Estimated pricing: $10-$40 for warm drinks and snacks.
Ideal times: Moonless nights with clear BOM forecast; arrive after astronomical twilight.
Busy times: Meteor shower peaks: arrive early for parking.
Booking tips: Take red-light torches to preserve night vision; pack insect repellent seasonally.
Accessibility: Lookouts can be uneven; bring seating if mobility aids need firm ground.
Contact phone: Not applicable
Contact email: Not applicable
Website: https://www.bom.gov.au/
Booking method: Self-guided
Verification: Curated planning pattern (last reviewed 2026-05-08)
This listing is a planning pattern or member contribution, not a live audit of one operator. Hours, pricing, and access rules change. Confirm details with venues before you book or travel.
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