Sport & Recreation in Mareeba
Active community with sporting clubs, outdoor adventures, and annual events
Sporting Activities
Rugby League
Mareeba Bulls - local footy team competing in regional competitions
Cricket
Cricket clubs and competitions during summer season
Tennis
Mareeba Tennis Club with courts and social/competitive play
Golf
Mareeba Golf Club (Davies Creek Road area) - 18-hole course
Lawn Bowls
Mareeba Bowls Club - social and competitive bowls
Horse Racing
Mareeba Turf Club - race meets throughout the year
Hot Air Ballooning
Scenic sunrise flights over the Atherton Tablelands
Fishing
Lake Tinaroo - barramundi, sooty grunter and more
Mountain Biking
Trails and tracks throughout the Tablelands region
Bushwalking
National parks, granite landscapes, and scenic walking trails
Major Sporting Clubs & Venues
Mareeba Bulls (Rugby League)
The Mareeba Bulls are the local rugby league team, competing in the regional Far North Queensland competition. Games are played at Centenary Park during the rugby league season (March-September).
Check local sports news and club social media for fixture schedules and game times.
Mareeba Tennis Club
Tennis courts available for social and competitive play. The club hosts regular competitions, social tennis days, and coaching programs for juniors and adults.
Mareeba Golf Club
18-hole golf course located in the Davies Creek Road area. The club welcomes members and visitors, with regular competitions, social golf days, and club events throughout the year.
Mareeba Bowls Club
Lawn bowls club offering social and competitive bowls in a friendly atmosphere. Regular competition days, social bowls, and club functions.
Mareeba Turf Club
Horse racing club hosting race meets throughout the year. Race days are social events attracting locals and visitors for a day at the races on the Tablelands.
Centenary Park
Mareeba's main sporting and events venue featuring multiple sporting ovals, facilities for rugby league, cricket, athletics, and community events. The park hosts major sporting fixtures and community gatherings.
Outdoor Adventures
Hot Air Ballooning
Mareeba is one of Queensland's premier hot air ballooning destinations. Sunrise flights offer spectacular views over the Atherton Tablelands, with perfect weather conditions year-round. Multiple operators offer regular scenic balloon flights.
Learn more about hot air ballooning in Mareeba →Fishing
Lake Tinaroo (30km west of Mareeba) is a premier freshwater fishing destination known for barramundi, sooty grunter, silver perch, and more. The lake offers excellent fishing year-round with boat ramps, camping areas, and lakeside facilities.
The Barron River also provides fishing opportunities, particularly during the dry season when water levels are lower and fish are more concentrated.
Learn more about Lake Tinaroo →Mountain Biking
The Atherton Tablelands region offers numerous mountain biking trails and tracks ranging from beginner to advanced. Scenic rides through farmland, forest trails, and purpose-built mountain bike tracks provide options for all skill levels.
Bushwalking
Explore the natural beauty of Mareeba Shire through bushwalking trails in national parks, granite belt landscapes, and scenic reserves. Popular walks include Granite Gorge, Davies Creek National Park, and trails around Lake Tinaroo.
Annual Sporting Events
Mareeba Rodeo (July)
The Mareeba Rodeo is one of the premier rodeo events in Far North Queensland, typically held in July each year. The event attracts professional rodeo competitors from across Australia and features bull riding, saddle bronc, bareback, rope and tie, steer wrestling, and more.
A major drawcard for the region, the rodeo weekend includes entertainment, food stalls, and community atmosphere.
Rugby League Season (March-September)
Follow the Mareeba Bulls through the rugby league season with home games at Centenary Park. Local derbies and regional competition matches draw strong community support.
Race Meets & Turf Club Events
Mareeba Turf Club hosts race meets throughout the year, with major race days being popular social events combining horse racing, fashion, and community gatherings.
Frequently Asked Questions
What sporting clubs are in Mareeba?
Mareeba has sporting clubs for rugby league (Mareeba Bulls), cricket, tennis, golf, bowls, and horse racing (Turf Club). The town also hosts the annual Mareeba Rodeo in July.
Where is Centenary Park in Mareeba?
Centenary Park is Mareeba's main sporting and events venue, featuring multiple sporting ovals, facilities for rugby league, cricket, and community events.
Can you go hot air ballooning in Mareeba?
Yes, Mareeba is known for hot air ballooning with scenic flights over the Atherton Tablelands. Multiple operators offer sunrise balloon flights year-round.
Where can you fish near Mareeba?
Lake Tinaroo (30km west of Mareeba) is a popular fishing destination for barramundi, sooty grunter, and other species. The Barron River also offers fishing opportunities.
When is the Mareeba Rodeo?
The Mareeba Rodeo is an annual event typically held in July. It's one of the premier rodeo events in Far North Queensland, attracting competitors and spectators from across Australia.