About Bluewater Lagoon
Bluewater Lagoon is a free, man-made aquatic recreation facility on River Street in central Mackay, Queensland, overlooking the Pioneer River. Opened in 2008 and managed by Mackay Regional Council, it features three tiered lagoons including a children's wading area, main lagoon and waterslide pool. Notable for its stinger-free swimming, landscaped surrounds and integration with the Bluewater Quay and Bluewater Trail, it serves as a popular family-friendly attraction in the Mackay region.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a three-tiered, stinger-free lagoon complex set on the Pioneer River waterfront with landscaped gardens and views of the river. The facility includes a shallow interactive children's lagoon with water play features, a central main lagoon for swimming, and an upper lagoon with waterslides. Surrounds include grassed picnic areas, shaded seating, barbecues, and a direct connection to the Bluewater Quay and Bluewater Trail promenade. Lifeguards patrol during opening hours and the area is designed for casual swimming and family recreation.
Key highlights
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Free entry stinger-free swimming lagoons on the Pioneer River waterfront
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Three tiered lagoons including interactive children's water play area
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Waterslides in the upper lagoon
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Lifeguard-patrolled swimming with landscaped picnic and barbecue areas
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Integration with Bluewater Quay and Bluewater Trail
History of Bluewater Lagoon
Constructed by Mackay Regional Council and opened in August 2008 as part of the Mackay Waterfront revitalisation and Bluewater Trail project, transforming former riverfront land into a major public recreation facility for the region.
Culture & Context
Serves as a central community recreation and gathering place for Mackay residents and visitors, providing safe, free, year-round swimming and supporting outdoor lifestyle and family-oriented leisure in tropical North Queensland.
Route
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