Fairbairn Dam

Lookout · Capricorn, QLD

The Fairbairn Dam near Emerald creates Lake Maraboon, one of Australia's largest artificial lakes by capacity, offering water-based recreation.

From Wikipedia.

Closest campgrounds

Lake Maraboon Tourist Park

Gindie · 2 km away in a straight line

Emerald Tourist Park

Emerald · 16 km away in a straight line

Emerald Cabin & Caravan Village

Emerald · 18 km away in a straight line

Blue Gem Tourist Park

The Gemfields · 41 km away in a straight line

Sapphire 48Hr Camping Reserve

The Gemfields · 41 km away in a straight line

More walks and nature nearby

Fairbairn Dam East · under 1 km →Boardwalk & Viewing Platform · 40 km →Cathedral Cave · 155 km →Carnarvon Gorge main walking track (Wards Canyon) · 156 km →Carnarvon Gorge main walking track (The Art Gallery) · 156 km →Carnarvon Gorge main walking track (The Amphitheatre) · 156 km →

Camping in Capricorn →

Location from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL). Distances are in a straight line, so the drive or walk is longer. Check the park’s own site for track closures and conditions before you go.