The Cooktown Powder Magazine was built in 1873-76 to store gunpowder destined for use on the Palmer gold fields. It stands at the far end of what was once the busy port of Cooktown well away from habitation.
It has been in a ruinous state for many years but is now protected by a new roof and cyclone bracing.
Site Description Historical Site, Industrial Heritage, Historical Building
Tour Types Self Guided Tours
Displays Local History, Mining & Industry
Operating Times 7 Days/Week
Admission Free Admission
General Groups

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From $100 per person Gone Fishing - Cooktown River & reef fishing charters Cooktown & Cape York Cooktown Fishing |
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Air Charter - Torres Strait, Cape York & PNG Cooktown Air, Rail, Water Transport |
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From $220 per day Cooktown Reef Charters Fishing tours, reef charters & adventure activitie Cooktown Boating, Yachting |
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From $115 per night Milkwood Lodge Rainforest Retreat Cooktown's unique Rainforest Retreat Cooktown Retreats |
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