The Duaringa Rest Area offers a comfortable and strategic pit stop for travelers navigating the expanse between Rockhampton and Emerald on the Capricorn Highway. Known for its excellent amenities and full mobile phone reception, it also impressively stands as a nod to renewable energy with solar panels scattered across its landscape. The space itself is expansive and well-maintained, featuring a grassy terrain dotted with tall trees that provide ample shade. This diversified design offers the option of resting under nature's umbrella or soaking the sunlight, making your stay as flexible as you desire. Interestingly, this rest area is situated in proximity to the town center, allowing easy access to local convenience shops for any of your immediate needs. A unique feature is its ample campground that can accommodate hundreds of on-site guests for up to 48 hours. A standout feature is the inclusion of both hot and cold showers which are kept municipal-grade clean by a group of dedicated volunteers. While their service is free, a gold coin donation is encouraged as a token of appreciation. This campsite's progressive approach and commitment to providing prime quality have made it a premier Australian rest stop.

111km west of Rockhampton, 159km east of Emerald on north-eastern side of Capricorn Highway. On the eastern side of town on bend in highway.