A step back in time Activities Roy Emerson Museum Brisbane Valley Rail Trail 31 Bowman Rd, Blackbutt 07 4163 0146 The longest rail trail in Australia, the Brisbane Valley The Roy Emerson Museum celebrates the Rail Trail (BVRT) is 161km in length, running from achievements of this locally-raised, international Yarraman in the North to Wulkuraka in the South. tennis champ. The adventure trail winds its way up the Brisbane Housed in the original Nukku State School where valley, uncovering a new experience around each tennis great Roy Emerson completed his primary bend. With breathtaking landscapes, open forests, years, are the photos and stories behind his unique country towns and local attractions awaiting success. to be discovered. Being on the old railway line, the BVRT can be accessed by horse, bike or on foot. Completing the collection is a selection of photos Suitable for day trippers, overnight camping or longer and memorabilia from the days of local timber term adventures. getting, early schooling, farming and the building of the railway. Les Muller Park Hart Street, Blackbutt Benarkin State Forest Authentic slab hut and wagon are the highlight of this local park. Located in the heart of town close to Take a scenic forest drive to picnic, camp, ride or walk shops and amenities this park features BBQ under towering forest trees or spot platypus in the facilities, picnic tables and a playground. local creek. Located on the Blackbutt Range the Benarkin State Kingaroy Visitor Information Centre Forest is a great spot to explore the natural rainforest, 128 Haly Street, Kingaroy hoop pine plantations and eucalypt forests. 07 4189 9172 The site has great facilities for bush camping [email protected] ® including flushing toilets and cold showers. Spend the night at one of two large campgrounds perfect for Discover South Burnett tent and trailer based camping. www.discoversouthburnett.com.au Things to do 1. Have a leisurely walk along the main street where you can drop in to one of the many cafes for a coffee, an award winning pie or try a tasty sweet treat. 2. A must-see in Blackbutt, the local Art Gallery showcases a variety of artists from South East Queensland, with Aboriginal art, pottery, leather and woodcraft on display. 3. Access the Brisbane Valley Rail Trail, the 161-km trek follows the old Brisbane Valley railway line and is open to walkers, cyclists and horse riders. 4. Join the Bicentennial National Trail, a trail open to walkers, mountain bikers and horse riders which links up over 5,000 km of old stock routes along the Great Dividing Range from Victoria to Tropical North Queensland. 5. Visit the Roy Emerson Museum and get a selfie with ‘Roy’, the life sized bronze statue. 6. Capture the distinctive song of the bellbird which can be heard in one of many national parks surrounding Blackbutt. 7. Celebrate all things Blackbutt at the annual Blackbutt Avocado Festival. Tempt your tastebuds with the sweetest and finest avocados you will ever find. Held annually in September. 8. Take a scenic drive at nearby Taromeo Station, where many original buildings and a stone walled cemetery, classified by the National Trust, are available to visit by appointment. 9. Travel 8km east of Blackbutt to Benarkin State Forest to experience a variety of ecosystems from rainforest and hoop pine plantations to native eucalypt forests. Overnight camping is located by the creek at Clancy’s camping area and Emu Creek camping. Did you know? Blackbutt is often referred to as the “Timber Town” of the South Burnett. The town is named after “eucalyptus pilularis” trees commonly known as “Blackbutt”. The Blackbutt range – one of nature’s stunning creations – begins the journey into the inland beauty known as Blackbutt. Tradition has it that in years gone by, the top of the range was a favourite dwelling for the Aboriginal tribes that roamed the area. .