’s national parks Short walks in the South East Contents Enjoy national parks

Enjoy national parks...... 3 Sunshine Coast (map)...... 24 Welcome Choose your walk...... 4 Mapleton Falls National Park...... 25 Delve deep into cool forests or get your camera snapping among colourful wildflowers. Feel the (map)...... 6 ...... 25 invigorating spray of a or dip your toes into an enticing rockpool. D’Aguilar National Park...... 7 ...... 26 Gaze in wonder at a picture-perfect-postcard view. Daisy Hill Conservation Park ...... 8 Glass House Be awestruck by dramatic rock sculptures and National Park...... 27 sandblows created by nature’s power. National Park...... 9 Welcome to the Rangers’ top picks of the best short Currimundi Lake Conservation Park....27 walks in ’s national parks St Helena Island National Park...... 9 and World Heritage areas. ...... 28 National Park...... 10 Above: Pile , Woondum National Park...... 29 Central Station, Naree Budjong Djara National Park....10 K’gari (Fraser Island); National Park...... 29 Left: Red-backed fairy-wren Gold Coast (map)...... 11 ...... 30

Lamington National Park...... 12 Brooyar State Forest...... 30

Springbrook National Park...... 14 Cooloola, Great Sandy National Park...... 31 Your bucket list ...... 16 The Rangers have chosen walks suitable for Burleigh Head National Park...... 17 Fraser Coast (map)...... 32 everyone from the young to the young at heart. Will the Ranger’s favourite be yours? Create your K’gari (Fraser Island), David Fleay Wildlife Park...... 17 own bucket list of nature walks from the walks Great Sandy National Park...... 33 featured in this guide.

Southern Queensland Country (map)...... 18 Walking through our national parks gives Get out of town and into a park! Walking in nature you a true ‘experience’ of nature—a rustle of lizards, is a fun way to improve your fitness while sharing ...... 19 a chorus of bird calls and the sweet scents of special times with family and friends. the bush. ...... 20 Ranger Selina, Cooloola, Great Sandy National Park. National park walks take you to the top attractions (Photo taken at Cooloola during wildflower season) in the parks. ...... 21 Unwind from the hectic pace of daily life on Ravensbourne National Park...... 21 an offshore island or breathe the freshest air. Crows Nest National Park...... 22 Disclaimer This information is a guide only. Every effort has been Use this guide to kickstart your next park made to ensure this information is accurate at the time of Talk to the The Palms National Park...... 22 writing. Conditions change and activities may occasionally Ranger to adventure. Find more walking ideas within an be prohibited in some places. No liability is accepted by make your park easy day-trip from Brisbane, the Sunshine Coast, the for any decisions or actions visit special. National Park...... 23 taken on the basis of information in this guide. (Ranger Jo at Gold Coast and on the website Girraween qld.gov.au/nationalparks (National Park) Revitalise naturally.

2 3 Choose For your backpack Stay a little longer Here’s what you should take when walking: If you enjoy walking and want to explore further, your walk stay overnight. You can camp in many of the parks • nutritious, energy-boosting nibbles mentioned in this guide but you need to book and (muesli bars, chocolate, nuts, fruit) pay for your campsite first. Book your campsite online Whether you want to cool off in a mountain , • drinking water at qld.gov.au/camping or visit queensland.com for photograph an amazing view, see ancient Antarctic • insect repellent other local accommodation options. beech trees or spot wildlife, you’ll find information • sunscreen within these pages to help you select walks you’ll • basic first-aid supplies (sting or insect really enjoy. Enjoy your walk! bite medication, bandaids etc) Choose from a wonderful cross-section of some of the • camera most popular walks across South East Queensland. • binoculars Under a brief description of the Ranger’s favourite circuit, • swimsuits if there’s suitable creeks, lakes Main Range National Park short walk, you will find the following information or beaches Palm Grove, • raincoat or waterproof jacket (and warm Tamborine about the walk: National Park clothes if heading into the mountains) • plastic bags for rubbish and to sit on Walk distance and time. Track length is not Where the walk starts. Most walks start near • mobile phone (although you’ll be out always the best indicator of the time the walk a picnic or camping area. Special instructions of range in many places). might take. Check walking time before deciding are provided here. whether a track is suitable. Getting there. Guide to finding the park All walks featured here can be walked in less including any public transport options. than three hours. Suggested walking times are Map legend What else can I do? Information about visitor for people with average fitness. F facilities near the track, including where you The areas covered in this guide are Walking track maps are provided for every featured walk. Allow more time if your group includes young can picnic or camp nearby. shown on this map of Queensland. Symbols used on the track maps are explained here. children and elderly people or if you’re a keen Ranger tips from the local Ranger are useful photographer stopping to capture moments Protected estate Stairs BBQ—fuel hints to help you enjoy your walk. 400 km along the way. Featured short walk Cliff line BBQ—coin operated What’s the track like? Some walks can Water Mountain Lookout accommodate strollers and wheelchairs. Others Waterways Railway Constructed lookout are longer, might be uneven or have some steps. Sealed major road Buildings Telephone All are suitable for anyone with average fitness. Sealed minor road Parking Refreshments Here’s a guide to what to expect: Unsealed road Toilets Restaurant

Fraser 4WD road Wheelchair access Accommodation Symbol Suits Track description Coast Sunshine 4WD high Showers Camping No bushwalking experience required. Flat even surface with Coast clearance road Wheelchairs and strollers no steps or steep sections. Suitable for wheelchair users who Brisbane Picnic table Car camping Gold Coast Management trail have someone to assist them. Southern Brisbane Sheltered picnic table Caravan site Queensland Walking track Country No bushwalking experience required. The track is a hardened Drinking water Boat access Families with Gate or compacted surface and may have a gentle hill section or Information Abseiling young children sections and occasional steps. Maps of these tourism regions are Locked gate at the start of each section. Information shelter Dog on leash permitted Waterfall Suitable for most ages and fitness levels. Some bushwalking Ranger station Restricted access area People with some experience recommended. Tracks may have short steep hill Bridge bushwalking experience BBQ—wood sections, a rough surface and many steps. 4 5 Pitta circuit Araucaria track South D’Aguilar (D’Aguilar National Park) Walkabout Creek Discovery Centre

Energise your spirit with the scent of fragrant Absorb the tranquillity among giant hoop pines eucalypts and the dappled light of cool on the shores of Enoggera Reservoir, then loop near Mount Nebo township. Wonder at the back through the crunchy undergrowth of open spectacular centuries-old strangler fig decorated eucalypt forest. Bring your binoculars on an early with climbing ferns and vines, orchids and other morning stroll for a close-up of local birdlife Brisbane epiphytes perched precariously on its branches. soaring through the shimmering sunrays reflected off this peaceful lagoon. Parks near Brisbane are the perfect getaway. Trees take the place of skyscrapers and wildlife provides moments of amazement. Delve into cool, subtropical 1km return (20–30mins) 5km return (2hrs) rainforest to escape the heat. Marvel at islands created mostly from sand. Uneven gravel surface. The first section is Uneven gravel surface. stroller-friendly. Be transported to a time when Brisbane was a fledgling country town. Walkabout Creek Discovery Centre, The Gap Boombana day-use area Discover nature on your doorstep, easily. Take Waterworks Road to Mount Nebo Road Drive 17km west along Mount Nebo Road approximately 13km from Brisbane CBD from Walkabout Creek Discovery Centre, to Walkabout Creek Discovery Centre. The Gap (20mins from central Brisbane via Waterworks Road). F Toilets at Walkabout Creek Discovery Centre. Light refreshments at The Green Tree Frog Café. F Picnic tables, toilets and untreated water at Boombana day-use area. Cafes in nearby Ranger Diana’s tip: Watch out for our Mount Nebo township. resident white-bellied sea-eagle often seen To Kingaroy circling above the lagoon on the hunt for Kilcoy To Gympie Legend Ranger Jay’s tip: Creep quietly and you freshwater fish and turtles—you may spot Woodford Brisbane tourism region may spy secretive pademelons, land her nest high up in the surrounding trees. Protected estate mullets and satin bowerbirds rustling Caboolture in the delicate undergrowth. 5 World Heritage area Esk Redcliffe Sealed road 3 1 Town 4 Minjerribah Brisbane Manly (North To Mount Nebo To Toowoomba Stradbroke 1 D’Aguilar National Park To Maiala M Cleveland Island) o 2 Daisy Hill Conservation Park u Gatton n Ipswich t 2 6 M N Scale 3 Fort Lytton National Park o u e 0 200m Loganholme n b t o 4 St Helena Island National Park START N R

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To Killarney 6 7 Piccabeen walk Paperbark trail Fort walk Island walk North D’Aguilar (D’Aguilar National Park) Daisy Hill Conservation Park Fort Lytton National Park St Helena Island National Park

Escape into a mysterious forest grove through Sharpen your senses in a storybook setting Step back in time to Queensland’s colonial past Relive Queensland’s colonial past among prison dappled light and over pebble-lined creek beds. among melaleuca fed by a natural and discover the Anzac spirit at Fort Lytton. Amble ruins, wandering the same roads taken by Flashes of crimson and green burst into the forest freshwater spring. Inhale the sweet summer- around the fort at your own pace or have fun on a prisoners more than 100 years ago. History is canopy as Australian king-parrots feast on red time blossoms of paperbarks in this isolated guided tour. With rolling green hills and views to the so much more interesting outside books and berries hanging like chandeliers from piccabeen pocket encircled by drier eucalypt forest. Listen bay, you’ll find it hard to believe you’re in the middle classrooms—discover stories of prisoners, palms. Let the rainforest life cleanse the city bustle for frog choruses after rain and spy holes where of a vibrant city. Imagine the buzz when this was warders and their families in the 19th century. from your mind. bandicoots dig searching for worms and fungi Brisbane’s frontline for defence. to feast on. About 1km return (90mins) 5km return (3hrs). Guided tours only. 1km return (20–30mins) 450m return (15mins) Grass pathways unsuited to wheelchairs Crushed coral roads and grassy pathways Assisted-wheelchair access and stroller-friendly. Wheelchair-accessible and stroller-friendly. and strollers. with no steps. Unsuitable for wheelchairs and strollers. The Gantry day-use area Daisy Hill picnic area Fort Lytton Visitor Information Centre Causeway where boats offload visitors Head west of Brisbane to Dayboro. Follow Take the Pacific Motorway between Brisbane Travel east along Lytton Road or the Port of Mount Mee Road and turn onto Sellin Road, and the Gold Coast and turn off at Exit 24. Brisbane Motorway taking the Lytton exit. 45mins by boat from Manly, Brisbane. travelling 5km to The Gantry day-use area. Follow the signs and drive 2.5km to the end Follow signs to the park. Regular tour boat services from Manly and of Daisy Hill Road. Hamilton. Check the white pages for details. F Toilets, wood and electric barbecues, F Wheelchair-accessible toilets. Picnic area untreated water and picnic tables at The F Toilets, wood barbecues and picnic tables beside the river. Light refreshments. F Wheelchair-accessible toilets. Picnic area Gantry day-use area. Camp nearby at Neurum in lower and upper day-use areas. Open Sundays and public holidays. Phone by foreshore. BYO barbecue. Pre-book your Creek and Archer camping areas. (07) 3393 4647 for weekday group bookings. guided tour. Fees apply. Ranger Pete’s tip: Don’t be alarmed by the Ranger Scott’s tip: See if you can spot orange oily sheen on the creek surface— Ranger Roly’s tips: Experience a great Ranger Roly’s tips: St Helena, one of a tiny green ground orchid Acianthus it’s not pollution but the by-product of a combination of history and mystery by Queensland’s best heritage sites, is well amplexicaulis growing in the perfect mulch harmless natural bacteria! booking a night tour—it’s my favourite time worth the visit. If you’ve got your own boat, of leaves and bark dropped by blue to visit. Check out the museum display by day. you’re welcome to access the southern gums. This is one of only a few sites in beach area for free. South East Queensland where it is found.

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8 9 Five Hills lookout Kaboora track Moreton Island National Park Naree Budjong Djara National Park

Invigorate your mind and body as you climb the Connect with the spiritual nature of Blue Lake, dunes through pristine coastal heath bursting with called ‘Kaboora’ by the Quandamooka people. banksia pods, dwarf casuarinas and grass trees. Twisted branches of dwarf eucalypt trees, wallum Soak up golden sunshine atop the sand dunes and banksias and grasstrees welcome your arrival be rewarded with views over the island to Cape at this living ark. Soak up the sights and sounds Moreton lighthouse, and Heath Island, where the of this unchanged wildlife haven, home to sand Gold Coast land meets the sea. goannas and the golden wallaby—a form of swamp wallaby found only on Moreton Bay islands. Venture beyond the beaches into a cool, green world in the .

1km return (30mins) 6km return (1.5–2hrs) Feel revitalised by enchanting sights and sounds of the ancient Gondwana of World Heritage Area, a precious haven for wildlife. Enjoy bird’s-eye views Sandy surface. Sandy surface. across rippling plateaus and valleys to glittering golden beaches on the horizon. Bulwer–North Point Road Blue Lake carpark on Alfred Martin Way Have a close encounter with rainforest giants, plunging and amazing wildlife. Travel along Bulwer–North Point Road 3.5km Travel 7.8km along Alfred Martin Way from North Point. from Dunwich. Escape and feel revitalised, naturally. F Toilets, showers and a camping area F Public toilets at Dunwich. at North Point. Ranger Dan’s tip: Blue Lake is sacred to the To Brisbane Ranger Leanne’s tips: With a good camera local Quandamooka people, the Traditional lens or binoculars you’ll spy migratory Owners of Minjerribah (North Stradbroke Beenleigh and resident shorebirds darting along the Island). Please respect the cultural beach. See if you can identify ospreys, signifi cance of this site by not swimming

white-faced herons, beach stone-curlews in the lake. Pacific Mwy Legend South and eastern curlews. Stradbroke Gold Coast tourism region Tamborine Island 3 Protected estate Oxenford Moreton Bay World Heritage area North Sealed road To BeaudesertTamborine Southport Nerang START Town Surfers Paradise To Dunwich 1 Canungra Gold Coast Alfred Mudgeeraba Highway To North Point Martin Way 2 Springbrook National Park Burleigh Head 3 Tamborine National Park 4 Beechmont 4 Burleigh Head National Park 5 Five Hills Coolangatta d 5 David Fleay Wildlife Park a o R START nt oi Binna 2 P Mount Cougal th Scale Burra or Green Mountains Springbrook Bulwer–N 0 8 16km 1 Scale Scale Blue Lake plateau 0 250 500m 0 0.5 1km Natural Bridge

10 11 Python Rock track track Rainforest circuit Tullawallal circuit Green Mountains (Lamington National Park) Green Mountains (Lamington National Park) (Lamington National Park) Binna Burra (Lamington National Park)

Behold a world of giants! Enormous curved Ramble down through rainforest adorned with Meander through lush, mist-shrouded groves of Enter an enchanted world. Like a scene from ‘Lord buttress roots rise from the ground as booyong and twisted vines and bird’s nest ferns to a lookout warm, subtropical rainforest. Towards evening, of the Rings’, gnarled giant trees hold dripping fig trees tower overhead. Inhale sweet flowering with spectacular views of Morans Falls tumbling enjoy the magical atmosphere among ancient wispy lichens among deep mysterious tree hollows grasstree spikes as you pass into open dramatically 80m into the valley below. Keep to the forest giants as the sun slips behind the mountains and moss-drenched boulders. Take the short side near Python Rock lookout and gaze at spectacular track over a crystal-clear creek and let it lead you and songbirds call in the twilight. track to walk amid Antarctic beech trees—relics of views of Morans Falls, Castle Crag and towards to sweeping views over the Albert River valley, the prehistoric forest of Gondwana. Mt Razorback. Mt Lindesay and Mt Barney. 1.2km return (30mins) 5km return (1.5hrs) 4.9km return (1.5hrs) 6.2km return (2hrs) Uneven gravel surface. Slippery when wet. Exposed roots and uneven surface. Even gravel surface. Assisted-wheelchair Uneven gravel surface with some steps. access and stroller-friendly. Binna Burra upper day-use area Binna Burra upper day-use area Lamington National Park Road, 150m Lamington National Park Road, 150m downhill from the park information centre Turn off the Pacific Highway at Nerang and Turn off the Pacific Highway at Nerang and downhill from the park information centre follow the signposts 36km to Binna Burra via follow the signposts 36km to Binna Burra via Drive 31.5km from Canungra along Beechmont and Binna Burra roads. Access Beechmont and Binna Burra roads. Access Drive 31.5km from Canungra along Lamington National Park Road. Unsuitable unsuitable for caravans. unsuitable for caravans. Lamington National Park Road. Unsuitable for recreational vehicles longer than 4m and for recreational vehicles longer than 4m and vehicles towing caravans or camper trailers. F Toilets, picnic tables, untreated water and F Toilets, picnic tables, untreated water and vehicles towing caravans or camper trailers. electric barbecues at Binna Burra upper electric barbecues at Binna Burra upper F Limited parking at track entrance. Toilets, day-use area. Private camping nearby. day-use area. F Limited parking at track entrance. Toilets, picnic tables, electric barbecues, untreated picnic tables, electric barbecues, untreated water and information centre at Green Ranger Greg’s tip: Pick up a self-guided Ranger Wil’s tip: Stop and wait—can you water and information centre at Green Mountains day-use area. Kiosk nearby. brochure from the information centre to hear a scuffling noise in the understorey? Mountains day-use area. Kiosk nearby. discover more along this magical walk. This forest is alive with birds; it might be Ranger Kim’s tip: Look for soft pink sprays a logrunner frantically scratching the leaf Ranger Kevin’s tip: Shh! During the winter of stream lilies daring to cling to the cliff litter looking for an insect meal. k months, if you walk quietly, you might hear face just beside the falls. ree C

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12 13 Best of all lookout track circuit Natural Bridge circuit Cascades track Springbrook National Park Springbrook National Park Natural Bridge (Springbrook National Park) Mount Cougal (Springbrook National Park)

Discover the rejuvenating magic of nature at the Quench your wanderlust on this glorious waterfall Experience amazing natural architectural feats and Rejuvenate and refresh among rockpools and hinterland’s ‘best’ lookout. Light dances through walk. Weave through sculpted rocky cliffs peppered peaceful beauty. By day, witness water continuously rushing cascades. Escape the heat and spend an the trees, illuminating the iridescent green of moss, with cycads and umbrella-shaped tree ferns down carving out an arched cave deep within Gondwanan afternoon discovering the remains of a mid-20th vines and ferns. Birds whistle as if to speak with you into the gorge. Listen to the rushing sound and rainforest. Breathe the refreshing air and capture century bush sawmill; a place where blood, as they flit through ancient Antarctic beech forest. enjoy the refreshing spray misting your face as the the moment at this ever-changing mountain sweat and tears were shed milling giant trees Linger on a clear day to drink in views across the captivating watery curtain of Purling Brook Falls pool. As night settles, this cave is illuminated by of yesteryear from this forest. mountains as far as Coolangatta and . plunges before you into a freshwater rockpool. thousands of glow-worms, their iridescent-green lights mirroring the stars of the night sky. 600m return (30mins) 4km return (2hrs) 1km return (1hr) 1.6km return (1hr) Uneven surface with exposed tree roots. Uneven surface with many steps. Best walked in a clockwise direction. Uneven surface and steps. Best walked Wheelchair-assisted access End of Repeater Station Road in a clockwise direction. and stroller-friendly. Gwongorella picnic area Follow Gold Coast–Springbrook Road Natural Bridge carpark, adjacent to Follow Gold Coast–Springbrook Road Cougal Cascades carpark and picnic area approximately 29km from Mudgeeraba or Bakers Road approximately 29km from Mudgeeraba or for 18km off Nerang– Road, Travel to the end of Currumbin Creek Road for 18km off Nerang–Murwillumbah Road. Travel along Nerang–Murwillumbah Road, following signs past Springbrook plateau (route 98) approximately 18km from Currumbin. Both roads are sealed but steep, winding and approximately 38km from Nerang or 28km from to the lookout. Both roads to the park are narrow. Follow signs to Gwongorella picnic Murwillumbah and turn onto Bakers Road. sealed but steep, winding and narrow. F Picnic tables and toilets at Cougal Cascades area at the end of Forestry Road. Toilets near carpark. Swimming is not carpark and picnic area. Toilets, untreated water and picnic tables F F F Toilets, picnic tables, untreated water and permitted here. Ranger Mark’s tip: ‘Whoo–ip–chew–chew’! at Tallanbana day-use area nearby. electric barbecues at Gwongorella picnic area. Ranger Mel’s tip: There’s a hidden magic The whip-crack call of the eastern whipbird Ranger Miles’ tip: Stop and look around Ranger Tanya’s tip: Beautiful rainforest- here—feel a sense of wonder when you explore is actually a duet. Listen for the drawn-out this dreamy forest—you may see an olive- fringed Warringa Pool is a lovely place for a these luminous caves. Book in advance with a ‘whip’ call of the male, followed by the green splotched carpet python climbing swim! This 1km (1hr) walk branches off the local tour operator for a night-time glow-worm female’s two-note reply ringing through in the trees. Purling Brook Falls circuit and is best to do tour or enjoy a relaxing stroll any time—look for the trees. mid-week or early morning. catbirds, noisy pittas and leaf-tailed geckoes.

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14 15 Curtis Falls track Sandy Creek circuit Oceanview track Wildlife boardwalk Joalah (Tamborine National Park) The Knoll (Tamborine National Park) Burleigh Head National Park David Fleay Wildlife Park

Feel the cool air shiver across your skin as you Venture inside the hollowed-out bases of pale Explore a forest oasis in the heart of the Gold Have fun at this park with a difference. Animals venture through eucalypt forest beneath towering majestic flooded gums—old giants have watched Coast, with the sparkling Pacific Ocean as a most roam free around your boardwalk in , open flooded gums and into lush shaded rainforest. over this forest for thousands of years. Admire dramatic backdrop. Tumbled volcanic rocks on forest and rainforest. Applaud the graceful dance Stop to admire beautiful bird’s nest and staghorn breathtaking views across the valley to the edge the rocky shore create an adventurous place to of brolgas. Meet the resident Wally. ferns high in the canopy. Enjoy views of the falls of Brisbane on a scenic meander through lush recharge and reconnect with nature, and the family Catch a glimpse of a tree-kangaroo resting in from the lookout and keep an eye out for platypus rainforest and eucalypt woodland. Cool your feet can truly relax at Echo Beach near the mouth of a tree fork or cassowaries busily spreading splashing in the creek. in the icy water of Sandy Creek then venture to the Tallebudgera Creek. seeds in the rainforest. lookout to watch the white spray of Cameron Falls plummet over the cliff top. 2.4km return (45mins) 1.5km (1.5–2hrs)

1.1km return (30mins) 2.6km return (1hr) Sealed track. Stroller-friendly. Track closed Wheelchair-accessible and stroller-friendly. before and after extreme weather for safety. Uneven surface and steps. Uneven surface. Inside the park near the kiosk Slippery when wet. Goodwin Terrace, Burleigh Heads or Gold Coast The Knoll, Tamborine National Park, off Highway just north of Tallebudgera Creek Corner of Loman and West Burleigh roads, Joalah section, Tamborine National Park, off Knoll Road West Burleigh. Take exit 89 off the Dapsang Avenue and Eagle Heights Road Take exit 89 off the Pacific Highway and head Pacific Motorway. Travel via Oxenford–Tamborine Road, to Burleigh Heads on the Gold Coast Highway Travel via Oxenford–Tamborine Road, Road or Main Western or turn off at the traffic lights just past Toilets and kiosk at the centre. Tamborine Mountain Road or Main Western F Road and follow signs to The Knoll, Tallebudgera Creek on the Gold Coast Highway. Entry fees apply. Road and follow signs to Tamborine National Tamborine National Park. Park—Joalah section. Council picnic area and toilets (northern Ranger Steve’s tip: This place will open F your eyes to the beauty and diversity Toilets at Joalah day-use area. Cafes nearby. F Toilets, picnic tables and gas barbecues entrance) and toilets near southern entrance F at The Knoll day-use area. in the carpark. of local wildlife. Don’t miss a talk or Ranger John’s tip: This is a great place to activity with a ranger—our enthusiasm learn some of nature’s ‘calling cards’—for Ranger Murray’s tip: See a flash of iridescent Ranger Henry’s tip: Go on, complete the is contagious. example, scratchings in the dirt in winter blue? It might be a spiny crayfish, scuttling circuit—you won’t regret it. See passing are signs of the Albert’s lyrebird searching out of the way as you crisscross Sandy Creek. whales and dolphins in winter or stunning for ants to devour. Richmond birdwing butterflies in summer.

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16 17 Queen Mary Falls circuit Sylvesters lookout Main Range National Park Main Range National Park

Delight in the cool spray and refreshing scent of Spring Energise your body and mind in lush subtropical Creek which plunges 40m over Queen Mary Falls. rainforest, where amazing displays of ferns and Get your camera snapping from the bridge beneath orchids cling to the trees towering over the track. or lookout above, and spy ever-watchful eastern water Enjoy the rewarding views from the Main Range dragons waiting to snap up a tasty meal. escarpment across the to rugged Southern Queensland Country peaks of the .

Follow ever-changing scenic country roads to the heart of Southern Queensland, 2km return (40mins) 940m return (30mins) where unexpected natural gems will awaken your senses. Embrace the details of Steep stairs, cliff edges and sometimes Uneven surface with some muddy sections. slippery track surface. Supervise children country life—crunch fallen leaves and sometimes frost under your feet, wonder closely. Track closed after heavy rain. Lookout Road, 4.7km drive from Goomburra’s Kurrajong picnic area at ancient forests and exquisite wildflowers, admire scenic vistas and balancing Queen Mary Falls day-use area granite boulders, or linger at a cool rockpool. Turn off the 25km 11km east of Killarney via Spring Creek Road. west of Cunningham’s Gap; or off the New England Highway 3km south of Allora. Relax in an ever-changing landscape, naturally. F Toilets in day-use area. Food and Head east through Goomburra Valley along accommodation at caravan park nearby. a winding road with gravel sections and creek crossings. The steep Lookout Road Ranger Steve’s tip: Avoid climbing stairs. is closed in wet weather. To Rolleston Walk in a clockwise direction to the base of the falls then return by the gradually F No facilities. Camp nearby at Goomburra. sloping track. Or simply stroll the shorter Legend Cliff circuit (570m return) to the top of Ranger Andy’s tip: This place is beautiful Southern Queensland the falls. year-round, and bursts into extravagant To Taroom To Mundubbera Country tourism region Injune colour at springtime, when stunning red To Gayndah Protected estate flowers of giant spear lilies reach out on World Heritage area long stalks from the cliff edge. To Charleville Wondai Mitchell Sealed road Roma Kingaroy Chinchilla 7 Town Miles 6 Nanango

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18 19 Granite Arch Underground Creek Red Rock Gorge lookout Palm Creek circuit Girraween National Park Girraween National Park Sundown National Park Ravensbourne National Park

Take delight in the details—an amazing rock Be mesmerised by burnished-gold water-sculpted Enjoy the wild isolation of rugged wilderness ranges Linger in cool, shaded rainforest where dangling sculpture, a delicate wildflower, some feathered, rocks and the swirling eddies of Bald Rock Creek from a cliff edge where pink, lichen-stained granite palm fronds almost embrace you as you descend furred or scaly creature or a postcard scene. Snap a as it disappears mysteriously underground. reflects changing hues of the shifting sun. Be thrilled into Palm Creek. Venture into open forest across the selfie under the magnificent natural stone archway, Delight in colourful wildflowers and the varied watching peregrine falcons dive onto unsuspecting creek where you’ll see more wildlife—small birds or beside Bald Rock Creek’s tumbling cascades and birdlife of the , heathlands and prey. In winter, mimicking lyrebirds call from the and reptiles keep warm in patches of bright sunlight. cool, refreshing rockpools. shrublands encountered along the way. moisture-loving vine scrubs in the gorge.

1.6km return (30mins) 2.8km return (1-1.5hrs) 500m return (15mins) 3.6km return (1hr 15mins)

Uneven surface, rocky pavements Uneven surface with inclines and open rocky Some steps and potentially uneven, Some steep steps and potentially and some steps. pavement areas. Rock-hopping at the end of slippery surfaces. muddy surfaces. the track. Bald Rock Creek day-use area Red Rock Gorge camping area (only Blackbean day-use area Carpark 4km east of Bald Rock Creek accessible in high-clearance 4WD) Toilets and picnic area near track entrance. day-use area Turn off the New England Highway at Camping areas nearby. Turn west off the New England Highway Hampton (32km north of Toowoomba) 13km east of the New England Highway. at Ballandean and take Curr Road then and head east for 17km to the park turn-off. F 9km east of the New England Highway. Turn off 26km south of Stanthorpe or 30km unsealed Sundown Road to the park From Esk, follow the Esk-Hampton Road for Turn off 26km south of Stanthorpe or north of Wallangarra. The last 4km is unsealed. boundary. From there it’s a further 7km 33km before turning off to the park. Drive 30km north of Wallangarra. (40 mins) drive along a rough 4WD track. another 1.3km to Blackbean day-use area. F No facilities. Toilets in day-use area Ranger Jo’s tips: Release your inner 4km away. Camping also 4km away. Pit toilets in small camping area at start F Pit toilets in picnic area at start of track. birdwatcher! There’s more than 100 species F of track. flitting around this park, and the kids will Ranger Neal’s tip: Keen for more? Enjoy Ranger Charlie’s tips: Those palm fruits love climbing rocks and exploring along the an easy 1.2km (30mins return) side-trip Ranger Ian’s tip: No four-wheel-drive? make a tasty treat for white-headed and creek. If there’s time, add Bald Rock Creek to contemplate nature reflected in the still No worries—you can still walk in Sundown. topknot pigeons in summer! If you want circuit to your visit (2.2km, 1hr return). deep waters of nearby Dr Roberts waterhole. Visit the southern end of the park and walk to more rainforest, add the 930m loop of the stunning waterholes along the Severn River. Rainforest circuit to your return walk.

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20 21 Crows Nest Falls lookout The Palms circuit Scenic Circuit Mt Kiangarow track Crows Nest National Park The Palms National Park Bunya Mountains National Park Bunya Mountains National Park

Delve into a secret world on the , Experience the bustle of this tiny patch of palm- Absorb the timeless beauty of the world’s largest stand Exhilarate your senses strolling to the 1135m summit where water plunges over high granite cliffs into a filled rainforest packed full of nature’s sights and of bunya pines. This forest holds special significance of Bunya Mountains’ highest peak. Walk along an glistening rockpool. If you long to hear the call of a sounds. Weave around giant fig trees, admire for Aboriginal people who regularly gathered here to avenue of centuries-old grasstrees standing up to whipbird, be deafened by a summer-time chorus of bracket fungi on tree trunks, glimpse eastern eat bunya nuts. Be welcomed by colourful parrots and 5m tall, some of the most magnificent on the planet. cicadas or just enjoy the sights and sounds of the yellow robins and see colourful parrots. Laugh at watchful wallabies; breathe crisp mountain air and let Enjoy nature’s spectacle as soaring birds of prey bush, this is the track for you. a bickering colony of grey-headed flying-, trickling and tumbling waterfalls nourish your circle overhead and creeping sunlight transforms punctuated by the call of elusive noisy pittas. spirit and energise your senses. the canvas of valleys and mountains.

2.1km return (45mins) 650m return (15mins) 4km return (1hr 20mins) 2.3km return (1hr)

Relatively even surface with some steps. A few steps and uneven or muddy sections. Some steps and potentially uneven or muddy Gently sloping track with uneven surface surfaces. and potentially muddy sections. Picnic area The Palms picnic area (also known as Boldery Park) Dandabah picnic area Opposite Burtons Well day-use area (8.5km Turn off the New England Highway at Crows north of Dandabah) Take Great Bunya Drive from Kingaroy Nest Police Station and follow the sealed Turn east off the New England Highway at (59km), Nanango (60km) or Yarraman (60km) Follow the signed Great Bunya Drive from road 6km to the park. Cooyar (94km north-east of Toowoomba and via Maidenwell, or Dalby (64km). The narrow, Kingaroy (50km), Nanango (65km) or 28km south-west of Yarraman). Drive 8km winding mountain road is not recommended Yarraman (67km) via Maidenwell, or Dalby F Toilets in picnic area at start of track. east along a sealed, narrow road to the park. Camp nearby. for long vehicles or towing caravans. (71km). Take care on the narrow, winding mountain road—not recommended for long F Picnic tables near start of track. Toilets in picnic area at track entrance. Ranger John’s tips: Keep your binoculars F vehicles or towing caravans. ready—there’s brush-tailed rock-wallabies Ranger Scott’s tip: See those disc-shaped Camping area, food and other hiding among the cliffs and boulders. If you markings on the ground? They are called accommodation nearby. F Toilets in picnic area near start of track. Camping nearby. can manage steep stairs and want to visit ‘feeding scrapes’ and are signs that shy Ranger Kelvin’s tips: Short on time? Walk to cool rockpools, return via the Kauyoo Loop and vulnerable black-breasted button- Festoon Falls (770m) or sunny Pine Gorge Ranger Tony’s tip: Take this summit walk (an extra 600m). quails have been scratching for a tasty lookout (1.3km) then turn back. Or head to a whole new level by timing it to see meal of insects. clockwise down the stairs and along the sunset—absolute perfection. Remember boardwalk to see the magnificent strangler fig. your torch for a safe journey back.

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22 23 Woompoo circuit Kondalilla Falls circuit Mapleton Falls National Park Kondalilla National Park

Invigorate your spirit in lush rainforest where Slow down and breathe cool mountain air as you wompoo fruit-doves call from treetop feeding sites venture past rockpools and along the escarpment with a booming ‘wallock-a-woo’ and ‘book-a-roo’. where Skene Creek drops 90m over spectacular Continue your natural adventure through deeply Kondalilla Falls into the rainforest valley below. scented open eucalypt forest and capture beautiful Allow nature to calm you as you descend through Sunshine Coast views over Obi Obi Valley from Peregrine lookout. lush rainforest with dome-shaped bunya pines, piccabeen palms and ferns adorning tree trunks. Revitalise yourself in vibrant and unique environments. From rainforest walks to beachside strolls and bushland circuits, the Sunshine Coast parks and forests 1.3km return (45mins) 4.7km return (2–3hrs) welcome walkers to soak up the best of unspoilt nature. Picturesque waterfalls Gently sloping track, some stairs, More than 300 stairs to the base of the falls. boardwalks. Fitness required! Walk the circuit clockwise. and creeks, panoramic views, wildflower heaths and coastal scenery will delight. Mapleton Falls picnic area near the carpark Kondalilla National Park picnic area

Explore and refresh, naturally. Travel 11km west of to Mapleton. 130km north of Brisbane. Access via From Mapleton township turn west onto Obi Montville-Mapleton Road. Turn west into Obi Road and right into Mapleton Falls Road Kondalilla Falls Road 4km north of Montville To to the signposted park turn-off. or 10km south of Mapleton. To Gayndah Maryborough F Picnic tables and toilets. F Stair access to large picnic area, toilets, picnic tables, barbecues, shelter shed. Tin Can Rainbow Beach Legend This circuit is a favourite Bay Ranger Kev’s tip: Double Sunshine Coast tourism region with families and birdwatchers—keep your Ranger Aaron’s tip: Best photo moment? Island Point Protected estate ears open for all kinds of friendly bird calls My vote is from Kondalilla Falls lookout, as you make your way around. 200m past the turn-off to the rockpools. 11 Sealed road 10 Town 7 Goomeri Gympie Elanda Point 1 Mapleton Falls National Park Lake Cootharaba To Murgon Kybong 2 Kondalilla National Park Tewantin 8 Noosa 3 Dularcha National Park 6 4 National Park Cooroy 5 Currimundi Lake Regional Park Picnic Creek Falls Picnic Creek To Nanago Coolum 6 Noosa National Park Kondalilla Nambour 7 Woondum National Park SkeneFalls Creek lookout 1 Montville Maroochydore 8 START 2 9 9 Conondale National Park Peregrine 3 5 lookout 10 Brooyar State Forest START 11 Great Sandy National Park, Mapleton Falls Beerwah Cooloola Recreation Area Scale Kondalilla Scale 0 250m Falls To Kilcoy 4 (north end) 0 100 200m To Mapleton Pencil Creek Scale To Brisbane 0 20 40km 24 25 Narrows & Baroon lookouts Tunnel track Tibrogargan circuit Beach Access track Kondalilla National Park Dularcha National Park Glass House Mountains National Park Currimundi Lake Conservation Park

Harmonise with nature deep in the . Indulge your imagination in a historic rail adventure! Relax in the beauty of this significant Indigenous Reconnect with nature as chattering birdlife and Explore valleys filled with palms and vine forest Follow a narrow gauge steam train rail line that ran cultural landscape. Lieutenant Cook named the busy insects keep you company on a journey and forested ridges dissected by streams. Meander between Brisbane and Gympie more than 100 years ‘Glass House Mountains’ while sailing past in through wallum heath, sand dunes and onto the through rainforested gullies before a steady climb ago. Wander through open eucalypt forest and 1770. Mountain View lookout offers a glimpse beach. Enjoy the cool shade of rainforest plants to Baroon lookout. Revel in the awe-inspiring views pockets of rainforest before entering the disused of some volcanic peaks. Skirt around the base forming a low, dense canopy overhead, before over Obi Obi Gorge far below. historic railway tunnel. Walk quietly to avoid of lingering in the casuarina sunshine washes over you on the foredunes. disturbing the large-footed myotis bats sometimes groves and open forests as the imposing, craggy Embrace the sense of space and scenic views south roosting here. peak towers above you. to Caloundra and south-east to Moreton Island.

4km return (2hrs) 6km return (2hrs) 3.2km return (1.5hrs) 2km return (1hr)

Steep in parts, can be muddy after rain, This track is shared with mountain bike Gently sloping track with places to sit and First 140m to lake viewing point is multiple boardwalks. riders and horseriders. take in the views. wheelchair-accessible and stroller-friendly.

Sunshine Coast Hinterland Great Walk Off Beech Road, Landsborough Northern end of Mount Tibrogargan carpark Eastern end of Coongarra Esplanade entrance, Baroon Pocket carpark or Dorson Drive, Mooloolah About 70km north of Brisbane via the Bruce 4km north of Caloundra. At Wurtulla on the 90km north of Brisbane. From Montville 90km north of Brisbane. Take the Glass Highway. Take the Glass House Mountains Nicklin Way, turn east into Gaylandi Street, follow signs to via House Mountains tourist drive (Exit 24) turn- tourist drive (exit 24) and follow the signs then right into Mandara Drive and left into Western Avenue and Narrows Road. Turn right off onto Steve Irwin Way to Landsborough. to the park off Barrs Road. Coongarra Esplanade. into Great Walks carpark just before the dam. Picnic area with toilets, tables and wood F Toilets and picnic facilities in Landsborough F Toilets and picnic table at Mount Tibrogargan F Picnic facilities, wheelchair-accessible F barbecues at Baroon Pocket Dam nearby. and Mooloolah. day-use area. Glass House Mountains Visitor and toilets, a viewing platform and canoe Interpretive Centre in Rotary Park 4.4km away. launching area at adjacent Crummunda Park Ranger Mark’s tips: Stay on the boardwalk Ranger Cheryl’s tip: It’s all in the detail! on Coongarra Esplanade. from Narrows lookout to help protect the Take a torch and you’ll discover a Ranger Vance’s tip: Listen for yellow-tailed rare ‘hip-pocket frog’, a very special local. fascinating world with colourful moths, black-cockatoos softly shelling casuarina Ranger Cheryl’s tip: Grab your binoculars Don’t miss the short detours to Narrows spiders, delicate moisture-loving ferns, seed pods and keep watch for peregrine and watch birds darting between the lookout and Obi Obi Creek. and a colony of insect-eating microbats. falcons circling high above. wildflower blossoms in late winter to spring.

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Treat yourself to spectacular views over rocky Retreat from the beach and heat of summer days Embrace the adventurous atmosphere of towering Reward yourself with a sunrise to remember headlands, sandy beaches and secluded coves as you into a cool coastal rainforest with hoop and kauri open forest dominated by tall turpentine trees illuminating spectacular 360 degree views of follow the pandanus-fringed shoreline. Be delighted pines, piccabeen palms and strangler figs. and cool rainforest where Boulder and Woondum the surrounding coastal landscape—distant by glimpses of dolphins darting through waves, or Brush turkeys scratch leaf litter and scoot past creeks meet. Be bold—it’s a lot more fun when you Glass House Mountains to the south, views over turtles and manta rays cruising below the surface. You you on the track and into the understorey. rock hop across Boulder Creek. Refuel with a bush the coast and system to the east, might spy a snoozing in the fork of a eucalypt or Listen for bird calls from above and below as you barbecue afterwards. Cooloola and Mothar Mountain to the north and a sea-eagle circling far above. Pause at Hells Gates and meander along the track, and keep your eyes Mount Cooroora to the west. Be greeted by the savour sweeping views over Alexandria Bay and across peeled for noisy pittas on the forest floor and lace chattering squawks of black-cockatoos foraging to Cooloola Recreation Area on Noosa’s north shore. monitors swaggering around in search of food. in the trees and try to snap a quick photo of lizards sunning themselves on the rocks. 5.4km return (2hrs) 1km return (15-30mins) 500m return (20mins) 1km return (45mins) Assisted wheelchair-access and stroller- Sandy, leaf-covered track with some steps, friendly to Boiling Pot (300m) then sealed and occasional exposed tree roots and dangling Uneven track surface and natural The 130m track to the first lookout is barrier-free to Dolphin Point, but with some vines. creek crossing. wheelchair-accessible and stroller-friendly. short steeper sections. Exposed with steep Beyond the lookout the walk includes sets Near the toilets in the Rock Pools cliffs and reflected sunlight—watch your step. Noosa National Park day-use area of stairs to the short tower. day-use area Noosa National Park main entrance on Park Road 160km north of Brisbane. Follow Park Road 20mins south-east of Gympie via Noosa Carpark on Mount Tinbeerwah from Hastings Street, Noosa Heads to the 160km north of Brisbane. Follow Park Road Road and Hill Road (last 2km gravel). from Hastings Street, Noosa Heads to the main entrance and carpark. Turn off Cooroy-Noosa Road 7km west of main entrance and carpark. Picnic area with tables, barbecues Tewantin (or 13km from Noosa) and travel Picnic area beside the main entrance with F F (BYO wood), untreated water and toilets. 3km to the end of Tinbeerwah Road. F Picnic area beside the main entrance with electric barbecues, drinking water and toilets. electric barbecues, drinking water and Ranger Paul’s tip: This place forces you F Toilet and picnic table at Mount Tinbeerwah toilets. Toilets and tap water at Tea Tree Bay. Ranger Omar’s tips: Take a shady break from to slow down—and that’s a good thing. day-use area. the midday sun under the tall rainforest canopy. Pick a spot by the creek to relax and unwind Ranger Omar’s tip: Time your visit for June Don’t forget to bring a picnic for afterwards— to the sound of water gently cascading over Ranger Eugene’s tip: Trust me, the view to November and you might be lucky enough food always tastes better outdoors! ancient granite outcrops. is worth the short climb! to see a humpback whale cruising past.

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28 29 Booloumba Falls walk Point Pure lookout Carlo Sandblow walk Searys Creek walk Conondale National Park Brooyar State Forest Cooloola (Great Sandy National Park) Cooloola (Great Sandy National Park)

Invigorate your senses as you wander along this Create new memories and escape the bustle of Let the incredible power of nature amaze you Follow the boardwalk to a clear stream fringed magical waterworld past scenic cascades, waterfalls everyday life amid nature’s ever-changing palette as you emerge through woodlands to a unique by coral ferns and nestled in paperbark woodland. and rockpools along meandering Booloumba Creek. of natural sandstone cliffs, soaring views and hoop ‘moonscape’ sandmass with extensive 180 degree The tea-coloured water is filtered by the sands of Clear your mind with deep breaths of fresh mountain pine plantations. Enjoy a true getaway where there views over Rainbow Beach, the coloured sands, the Cooloola sandmass and stained by tannins in air as you gaze over Booloumba Gorge and is space to relax, rainforest inhabitants provide , Fraser Island and Inskip the vegetation. Spot wildflowers, birds and insects The Breadknife and catch the refreshing spray the entertainment and an overnight camping stay Peninsula. Explore nature’s ever-changing and read about the creek’s hidden inhabitants. from water plummeting over the falls. beside the peaceful trickle of Glastonbury Creek architecture at one of the largest accumulations will calm your spirit. of wind-blown sand along the Queensland coast.

3km return (2hrs) 300m return (15mins) 1.2km return (25mins) 200m return (10mins)

Muddy when wet. Lookouts are fenced for safety. Easy track Sand track with some stairs. Avoid walking Boardwalk accessible by strollers and on the unstable soft sand on the beach side. wheelchairs. Steps lead down to the Booloumba Falls carpark 22km from Kenilworth Point Pure lookout carpark, approximately water's edge. via Booloumba Creek Road. High clearance 2.6km along Petersen Road Rainbow Beach water tower at the top of 4WD only. Creek causeway crossings. Cooloola Drive. No access to the beach. Roadside carpark 7.5km south 20mins north-west of Gympie with the turn-off 130km north of Brisbane. Take the Landsborough of Rainbow Beach 180km north of Brisbane. From the Bruce Rainbow Beach township about 240km exit to Maleny off the . Continue Highway turn left onto Wide Bay Highway north of Brisbane. Rainbow Beach is about 240km on the Maleny-Kenilworth Road. Turn-off to then left onto Petersen Road. When the road north of Brisbane. Booloumba Creek about 13km past Conondale. becomes unsealed take the first turn-off F Educational information signs and Picnic tables, barbecues (BYO wood) and road to the right. viewing platform. F Toilets, picnic tables and an interpretive sign. F toilets are nearby at Boolooumba Creek Toilets at nearby Glastonbury camping area. Ranger Greg’s tips: To capture the Ranger Richard’s tips: Bring your swimming day-use area. Camping areas nearby. F maximum beauty of this area, try to be gear and have a dip in the fresh, cool water Ranger Glen’s tip: Enjoy birdwatching Ranger Julie’s tip: There’s action all around here at sunrise or sunset. For an adrenalin- or picnic under the shade of a forest she-oak. and lizard spotting—be sure to bring your here, from birds of prey surfing the wind rush, watch hang-gliders and paragliders This place is extremely special—when you get camera as there are lots of picturesque currents high above the valley to adventurous taking off—or join them! here and read the signs you’ll learn why. places to capture memories along the creek. abseilers tackling the cliffs below.

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30 31 Wanggoolba Creek boardwalk Eli Creek boardwalk K’gari (Fraser Island), Great Sandy National Park K’gari (Fraser Island), Great Sandy National Park

Take an unforgettable journey to picturesque Escape the beach and plunge into a cool retreat Wanggoolba Creek in the island’s historic heart. along exquisite Eli Creek, the largest freshwater Immerse yourself in this incredible environment creek on K’gari’s east coast. Wonder at the clear, with delicate fronds of the rare and ancient king sand-filtered waters gushing from the dunes fern, crystal-clear waterways offering flashes of into the ocean. Lush fringing ferns, pandanus Fraser Coast eels and fish, stunning rainforest and thrilling and paperbark trees and eels, empire gudgeon birdlife. Delve deeper into a forest of giants at and jungle perch swimming against the current Explore K’gari (Fraser Island)—the world’s largest sand island and an extraordinary Pile Valley. complete the picture-perfect-postcard scene.

World Heritage Area in the Great Sandy National Park. Journey through a dynamic 900m circuit (30mins) 400m return (15mins) landscape of coloured sand cliffs, sandblows, towering rainforest trees, white Access to the boardwalk is too steep Boardwalk. Steps into the creek and sandy beaches, a string of freshwater lakes and crystal-clear creeks. for wheelchairs and strollers. to access the toilet block. Let the Fraser Coast take your breath away, naturally. Central Station day-use area 75 Mile Beach where Eli Creek flows into the ocean Accessible only by high clearance 4WD. Great Barrier Reef Marine Park 8.5km east from Wanggoolba Creek barge Accessible only by high clearance 4WD. landing or 9.5km west of Eurong. Or take the On 75 Mile Beach 28km north of Eurong Southern Lakes scenic drive. or 16km south of Dundubara. F Toilets, picnic tables, untreated water and F Toilets fenced family camping area at Central Station. Ranger Sam’s tip: Eli Creek is definitely Legend Great Sandy Marine Park Ranger Jenna’s tip: The little things bring the where the fun happens. Slip off your shoes forest to life—brilliantly-coloured fungi, the and let the cool refreshing water swirl around Fraser Coast tourism region distinctive ‘wom-poo’ call of pigeons or your toes as you wade along the creek or just Protected estate K'gari sulphur-crested cockatoos screeching overhead. float peacefully along with the current. World Heritage area (Fraser Island) Burrum Heads Sealed road To Childers Town Howard 1 To Basin Lake To Pile Valley 1 K'gari (Fraser Island), Torbanlea reek Eli oolba C C Great Sandy National Park Wangg re START e River Heads k

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Scale Scale To Tin Can Bay To Wanggoolba Creek barge landing 0 100m 0 50 100m Scale To Woolooga 0 16 32km To Woolooga To Gympie 32 33 Wungul Sandblow circuit Lake Allom circuit Photo credits K’gari (Fraser Island), Great Sandy National Park K’gari (Fraser Island), Great Sandy National Park

All photos credited clockwise from left. Cover: Anna Osetroff © Queensland Government Contents page: © Ian Hallmond Page 3: Alana Kippers © Queensland Government; © Karen Smith; Robert Ashdown © Queensland Government; Maxime Coquard © Queensland Government Page 4: Maxime Coquard © Queensland Government Page 5: Maxime Coquard © Queensland Government Page 6: Maxime Coquard © Queensland Government Explore a sandblow created over millennia by Delight in the many shades of green as you shifting sands smothering the dune vegetation. circumnavigate one of K’gari’s prettiest freshwater Page 7: © Bernard Hicks; Jason Flesser © Queensland Government Enjoy the exhilaration of that ‘top of the world’ lakes. Try to snap a photo of emerald doves and Page 8: © Tourism and Events Queensland; Ian Witheyman © Queensland Government feeling as you gaze towards the turquoise ocean colourful kingfishers flitting through the forest or from high on the sandblow. Look for footprints roosting bats hanging in a precarious upside-down Page 9: © Tourism and Events Queensland; © Tourism and Events Queensland in the sand of roaming dingoes, goannas and position in the forest. Pause for some quiet time at Page 10: © Queensland Government; © Tourism and Events Queensland bandicoots. Feel the contrast as you wind the viewing platform beside the lake and you may Page 11: © Tourism and Events Queensland downhill through the shady forest. be treated to a glimpse of a Kreffts river turtle. Page 12: © Bruce Thompson; Anna Osteroff © Queensland Government 5·5km circuit (1·5–2hrs) 1·4km circuit (30–40mins) Page 13: © C. Tunnoch; © Tourism and Events Queensland Walking in sand can be tiring. Allow extra Sandy, level track for easy walking. Page 14: Maxime Coquard © Queensland Government; © Tourism and Events Queensland time to take it easy or do the walk in a Page 15: © Tourism and Events Queensland; Cheryn Kelly © Queensland Government clockwise direction so you’re walking down Follow the signs from the carpark at Lake Allom. Page 16: © Tourism and Events Queensland; Robert Ashdown © Queensland Government the sandblow. Follow the marker posts. Accessible only by high clearance 4WD. Page 17: Henry Waterman © Queensland Government; Maxime Coquard © Queensland Government Behind Dundubara camping area Turn off 75 Mile Beach 31km north of Eurong or 10km south of Dundubara at Woralie Road Page 18: Robert Ashdown © Queensland Government Accessible only by high clearance 4WD. (Northern Forests Scenic Drive). Lake is Park at Dundubara off 75 Mile Beach 41km 8.5km on right. Page 19: ©Tourism and Events Queensland; Maxime Coquard © Queensland Government north of Eurong or 19km south of Indian Head. Page 20: Maxime Coquard © Queensland Government; © Lachlan Gardiner F Picnic area with tables and toilets. F Day-use area, toilets and fenced camping Viewing platform over the lake. Page 21: Brett Roberts © Queensland Government; Karen Smith © Queensland Government area nearby at Dundubara. Ranger Lou’s tip: You’re in an awesome Page 22: Robert Ashdown © Queensland Government; © Karen Smith Ranger Jenna’s tip: You’re quite exposed place here. Hoop pines and tall satinay and Page 23: ©Tourism and Events Queensland; © Queensland Government on the sandblow with heat reflecting off the blackbutt trees form a natural ‘crowd scene’ Page 24: ©Tourism and Events Queensland sand. Walk early morning or late afternoon reflected in the tranquil green waters. The to avoid the heat. local wildlife will captivate photographers. Page 25: © Ross Naumann (QPWS volunteer); Maxime Coquard © Queensland Government Page 26: © Ross Naumann (QPWS volunteer); © Ross Naumann (QPWS volunteer) Page 27: © Ross Naumann (QPWS volunteer); © Ross Naumann (QPWS volunteer)

Wungul Page 28: © Ross Naumann (QPWS volunteer); © Ross Naumann (QPWS volunteer) Sandblow Lake Allom Page 29: © Ross Naumann (QPWS volunteer); © Ross Naumann (QPWS volunteer) Road To Lake Lake Page 30: Robert Ashdown © Queensland Government; © Ross Naumann (QPWS volunteer) Bowarrady W o Allom ra Page 31: © Ross Naumann (QPWS volunteer); © Ross Naumann (QPWS volunteer) lie R o START Page 32: ©Tourism and Events Queensland START ad Dundubara Page 33: Adam Creed © Queensland Government; © Lise Pedersen camping area Scale Scale Page 34: Darren Jew © Tourism and Events Queensland; © Queensland Government 0 200 400m 0 0.5 1km Page 35: © Robert Ashdown

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