About this rest area

Cooktown Rest Area offers a relaxing space tucked behind Cooktown's main street, just steps away from local eateries, shops, and cultural hotspots including the Cooktown Creative Arts Association and the renowned James Cook Museum. In addition to its proximity to town, the rest area is a short walk to the Botanical Gardens and Cooktown Wharf, as well as a brief drive to Grassy Hill, offering stunning views of the town and the Great Barrier Reef. It’s an ideal spot to absorb the local culture, history, and natural beauty.