Atherton Tablelands Natural Attractions

Wongabel State Forest

Wongabel protects a remnant of the endangered mabi forest, less than two per cent of which now remains. In 1903, red cedar seedlings were planted...

Mt Hypipamee Crater and Dinner Falls

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The crater is referred to as a volcanic pipe. The pipe was opened upward through surface rocks by gas produced from molten rock below and as a...

Tinaroo Dam

Tinaroo Dam is a very popular spot for swimmers, skiers, walkers, fishing (permit required), red clawing, ideal for picnics with barbecues...

Curtain Fig Tree

The Curtain Fig National Park contains the renowned Curtain Fig Tree, an enormous strangler fig tree.

Located a short drive out of...

Mount Ida Firetrail

This walk extends beyond the Great Northern Mines Walk, following the trail up to the Herberton Firetrail. At the top of the steep trail there is...

Millaa Millaa Falls

Millaa Millaa Falls are magnificent waterfalls surrounded by lush rainforest located on the Waterfalls Circuit, along with Zillie and Ellinjaa...

Ellinjaa Falls

Ellinjaa Falls are picturesque falls that are part of the Waterfalls Circuit along with Millaa Millaa and Zillie Falls. Enjoy the sound of the...

Zillie Falls

Zillie Falls are spectacular falls located on the Waterfalls Circuit with Millaa Millaa and Ellinjaa Falls. There is a lovely viewing platform at...

Little Millstream Falls

Here, in the rain shadow of the eastern dividing ranges, the dry, open woodland vegetation is dominated by eucalypts. A separate entrance to...

Lake Barrine Circuit

This 6 kilometres circuit around Lake Barrine, a volcanic crater lake in Crater Lakes National Park, has recently been upgraded and is a peaceful...

Cathedral Fig Tree

Located in the Danbulla State Forest, the Cathedral Fig has the reputation of being the best place to hear an early morning bird 'singing'...

Stewart Head Trail

This walk extends beyond the Great Northern Mines Walk, following the trail up to the Herberton Firetrail. Just past the Ironclad is a small trail...

Tully Falls and Tully Gorge

Follow the scenic Tully Falls Road to the spectacular Tully Gorge Lookout. The falls only run in a big wet season, but the walls of raw rock and...

Emerald Creek Falls

Emerald Creek has a series of cascading waterfalls over granite boulders. A walking track takes you alongside the creek to the numerous falls and...

Mareeba Tropical Savanna & Wetland Reserve

The Mareeba Tropical Savanna and Wetland Reserve provides a sanctuary for outback wildlife, including a number of Australia's rarest bird...

Emerald Creek Falls, Dinden State Forest

The waters of Emerald Creek tumble down a granite rock face, forming placid pools below. Smooth-barked water gums with interesting twisted trunks...

Cairns Wildlife Safari Reserve

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The Cairns Wildlife Safari Reserve is located only 9 klms west of Kuranda and is not your everyday wildlife park. It is home to exotic animals...

Barron Falls

Barron Falls is one of the most visited sites in the World Heritage Area, with visitors choosing between several modes of transport through the...

Jumrum Creek Track

This circuit walk leads through Jumrum Creek Conservation Park, connecting with the Jungle Walk and then the Esplanade Walk.

In Jumrum...

Koombooloomba Dam

The power station was commissioned in 1999, and was developed in line with principles of environmentally sustainable development.

Its...