- Eungella National Park: Located approximately 85 kilometers west of Mackay, this park features the Eungella Range, where you can find mountains such as Mount Dalrymple (highest peak in the range at 1,262 meters) and Mount William.
- Finch Hatton Gorge National Park: Situated about 55 kilometers south of Mackay, this national park offers scenic landscapes with lush rainforests. Some notable mountains include Pinnacle Rock and Mount Fox.
- Conway National Park: Located approximately 100 kilometers north of Mackay, this park features the Conway Range, where you can find mountains like Mount Rooper and Mount Blackwood.
- Mount Mackay: Although it's not within Mackay city limits, Mount Mackay is worth mentioning. This mountain is located approximately 10 kilometers west of the city center and offers scenic views of the surrounding region.