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QPWS Cardwell (07) 4066 8601 2 Mission Beach Visitor Centres Run by local volunteers from environment and tourism groups. (07) 4068 7197 or (07) 4068 7099 • Licuala Forest 350m children’s walk, 1.3km rainforest circuit & 7.8km rainforest walk from the Tully-Mission Beach Road to Lacey Creek. QPWS Innisfail (07) 4061 5900 • Lacey Creek Look out for cassowaries on this 1.2km rainforest walking track off the Mission Beach - El Arish Road. QPWS Innisfail (07) 4061 5900 • Bicton Hill 2.5km circuit track winds through rainforest at Bingil Bay to a spectacular lookout. QPWS Innisfail (07) 4061 5900 3 Hull River Aboriginal Settlement Interpretive Display On the corner of Kennedy Esplanade and Butterfly Park at South Mission Beach (take the South Mission Beach Road). 4 Henrietta Creek Part of Wooroonoran National Park on the Palmerston Highway, midway between Innisfail and Millaa Millaa. A series of connected walks from here include Nandroya Falls, Wallicher Falls and Crawfords Lookout. QPWS Innisfail (07) 4061 4291 5 Josephine Falls Popular swimming hole with short track to falls. QPWS Josephine Falls (07) 4067 6304 6 Innisfail Information Centre Open 7 days Mon to Fri 9am to 4pm, Sat, Sun 10am to 3pm. On the Bruce Hwy next to the Australian Sugar Industry Museum Mourilyan, 5km south of Innisfail. (07) 4063 2655 7 Babinda Boulders Popular swimming hole at the base of Queensland’s highest mountain, Mount Bartle Frere. Babinda Information Centre (07) 4067 1008 8 Goldsborough Valley Popular area for families and school groups. Fun for swimming and barbeques. Camping sites available. Goldsborough is an hour’s drive south-west of Cairns. Road is unsuitable for caravans. QPWS (07) 4056 2597 9 Lake Morris Artificial lake surrounded by rainforest 20km from Cairns. Kiosk and picnic area open daily from 8am. Gates close at 6pm. Great views, no swimming. (07) 4055 7414 10 Crystal Cascades Enjoy a picnic at this municipal park and swim in the clear waters of Freshwater Creek, 24km from Cairns. Secure your valuables. (07) 4044 3044 11 Skyrail Treetop view of the rainforest over Barron Gorge to Kuranda. Lookouts and information centre. Admission charge. (07) 4038 1555 12 The Gateway Discovery Centre In the heart of Cairns on The Esplanade. Open 7 days a week 8.30am to 6.30pm (07) 4051 3588 1 Townsville Highway Visitor Information Centre On the Bruce Highway at the southern approach to the city. Shower and toilet facilities. Sufficient parking for caravans and motorhomes. Open 9am to 5pm. (07) 4778 3555 2 Paluma This mountaintop village is a great weekend retreat. QPWS (07) 4777 2822 or NQ Water (07) 4726 0000 3 Jourama Falls Favoured camping and picnic area among locals. A 1.5km track leads to falls. QPWS Jourama (07) 4777 3112 4 Hinchinbrook Visitor Centre Corner of the Bruce Highway and Ingham’s main street. Open from Mon to Fri 8.45am to 5pm, weekends 9am to 2pm and most public holidays. (07) 4776 5211 5 Wallaman Falls Largest single drop waterfall in Australia. 51km west of Ingham, 18km of which is unsealed road. No open fires. For directions, road conditions and camping contact QPWS Ingham (07) 4777 2822 6 Broadwater Day use and camping area, 45km west of Ingham, 1 hour’s drive from the highway. QPWS Ingham (07) 4777 2822 7 Five Mile Creek Great place to take a break from behind the wheel. 200m from the Bruce Highway on the southern outskirts of Cardwell. QPWS Cardwell (07) 4766 8779 8 Rainforest and Reef Centre, Cardwell Bookings for Hinchinbrook and other coastal islands. Wet Tropics information. QPWS Cardwell (07) 4066 8601 9 Hinchinbrook Island Rainforest island in Great Barrier Reef World Heritage Area. Bookings required. QPWS Cardwell (07) 4066 8601 10 Edmund Kennedy National Park Mangrove walk through diverse coastal park. QPWS Cardwell (07) 4066 8601 11 Blencoe Falls Drive 207km drive from Kennedy to Mt Garnet. Coastal views, Blencoe Falls and cattle country. Road is unsealed and caravans not recommended. Make sure you and your vehicle are prepared. QPWS Cardwell (07) 4066 8601 12 Murray Falls 20m waterfall is one of the prettiest in north Queensland. QPWS Cardwell (07) 4066 8601 Southern Wet Tropics Central Coast 1 Kuranda Visitor Information Centre Centenary Park, Kuranda. Open 7 days a week from 10am to 4pm. (07) 4093 9311 2 Barron Falls The Barron River drops dramatically from the Tablelands to the coast on the outskirts of Kuranda. QPWS Cairns (07) 4053 4533 3 Davies Creek Swimming pools and stunning waterfalls surrounded by eucalypt forests. The 6km unsealed road can be rough. Bring charcoal for the fireplaces. Camping fees apply. QPWS Cairns (07) 4053 4533 4 Danbulla Forest Drive A 30km drive around Lake Tinaroo between the dam wall and Gillies Highway. Numerous day use areas, walks and camping sites. QPWS Atherton (07) 4091 1844 5 Lake Barrine Visit the giant kauri trees at the beginning of the 5.1km circuit walk near this crater lake, or take a boat cruise. Wet Tropics displays at the kiosk. QPWS (07) 4095 3768 6 Atherton Tablelands Information Centre Open 7 days 9am to 5pm extended hours on weekdays Jun to Aug only. Mon to Fri 8am to 6pm. Cnr Main and Silo Road, Atherton. Sells gifts, souvenirs and local produce. (07) 4091 4222 (07) 4091 7394 7 Curtain Fig Tree This is one of the best-known tourist attractions on the Atherton Tableland, 3km from Yungaburra. The fig tree has a curtain of aerial roots which drop 15m to the ground. QPWS Atherton (07) 4091 1844 8 Hasties Swamp Hastie’s Swamp near Atherton has a bird list of over 220 species. Bird numbers peak between July and September QPWS Lake Eacham (07) 4095 3768 or Birds Australia North Qld (07) 4096 8230 9 Lake Eacham Similar to Lake Barrine, this is a lake in an old volcanic crater. 700m self-guided walk from the picnic area or 3km circuit walk. QPWS Lake Eacham (07) 4095 3768 10 Malanda Falls Visitor Centre Take a journey of discovery. Learn how the Tablelands was formed. Two short walks (1km) where Lumholtz tree-kangaroos and platypus are often seen. Open 9.30am to 4.30pm daily (07) 4096 6957 11 Mt Hypipamee (The Crater) Look out over this geological curiosity caused by exploding underground gases. Easy walking track leads to picturesque Dinner Falls at the headwaters of the Barron River. QPWS Lake Eacham (07) 4095 3768 12 Waterfall Circuit Don’t miss this short drive which takes in Millaa Millaa, Zillie and Elinjaa waterfalls. The circuit begins on the outskirts of Millaa Millaa township and loops around to finish 2km away at the Malanda Falls Visitor Centre. 13 Ravenshoe Visitor Centre Volunteers staff the centre from 9am to 4pm daily. Nganyaji Cultural Unity Centre displays information and artefacts from the local Aboriginal people. (07) 4097 7700 14 Millstream Falls Spilling over a basalt lava flow, these falls are the widest in Australia. QPWS Gulf Savannah (07) 4097 6721 QPWS Lake Eacham (07) 4095 3768 15 Tully Falls Lookout A lookout 25km from Ravenshoe provides awe-inspiring views of the deep gorge below. Walking track leads to more views. QPWS Lake Eacham (07) 4095 3768 16 Koombooloomba Dam This artificial lake supplies Kareeya Power Station. Popular among campers, anglers and canoeists. QPWS Atherton (07) 4091 1844 1 Captain Cook Highway Scenic drive from Cairns to Mossman. Great views and beaches. Camping only at commercial campgrounds at Ellis Beach, Port Douglas and Mossman. 2 Rainforest Habitat Wildlife Sanctuary A chance to observe up close a large range of flora and fauna. Guided tours and displays. Admission charge. (07) 4099 3235 3 Mossman Gorge Short track leads to Mossman River or explore the rainforest along a 2.4km walking track. Grassy area for picnics for day use only. QPWS Mossman (07) 4098 2188 4 Daintree Ferry Crossing & Village 36km north of Mossman, car ferry operates from 6am to midnight 7 days. The Daintree village 10km upriver has art and craft shops, coffee shops, timber museum and river cruises. 5 Daintree Discovery Centre 11km north of the Daintree ferry on Tulip Oak Road. Canopy boardwalk and tower and experienced guides. Admission charge. (07) 4098 9171 6 Jindalba 700m boardwalk winds around a fern-edged creek. There are some stairs on the walk. Look out for cassowaries. Picnic tables and toilets near the car park. QPWS (07) 4098 2188 7 Thornton Beach & Noah Beach Day use area and kiosk 25km north of the Daintree ferry. Another 5km north is Marrdja Boardwalk through rainforest and mangroves. 1.5km north of Marrdja is the Noah Beach National Park campground, closed during extremely wet weather. Beware of marine stingers Oct to May. QPWS Cape Trib (07) 4098 0052 8 ‘Bat House’ Environment Centre Operated by the Australian Tropical Research Foundation. Volunteer-run with information on rainforest, reef and alternative technology. Open 10.30am to 3.30pm. (07) 4098 0063 9 Cape Tribulation Visit the Dubuji visitor area with 1.2km boardwalk through rare rainforest growing on sand. Additional carpark and viewing platform at Kulki, 2km north. QPWS Cape Tribulation (07) 4098 0052 10 Black Mountain Giant piles of black granite boulders 30km from Cooktown. QPWS Cooktown (07) 4069 5777 11 Keating’s Lagoon Important bird sanctuary 5km from Cooktown. A bird hide provides a perfect spot for watching magpie geese, black ducks and brolgas. QPWS Cooktown (07) 4069 5777 12 Mount Cook National Park 2km walking track passes through diverse vegetation communities to the top of Mount Cook. Takes about 90 minutes. For group walks with an Aboriginal guide, phone Gungarde Community Centre on (07) 4069 5412. QPWS Cooktown (07) 4069 5777 13 Nature’s Powerhouse, Cooktown Nestled in bushland in Cooktown’s historic Botanic Gardens, this centre features wildlife displays and botanical art. Small admission charge. Open 9am to 5pm with cafe open from 10am to 4pm 7 days a week. 1800 174 895 Northern Wet Tropics Main roads - sealed - unsealed Minor roads - sealed - unsealed World Heritage Area Rivers Town Homestead Place of Interest LEGEND Tully Falls Barbecue Camping Refreshments Covered picnic table Open fire 10 0 Scale in Kilometres 40 30 50 BR U C E H I G H W A Y (T h e Great G r e e n W a y) K E N N E D Y H I G H W A Y K E N N E D Y H I G H W A Y M ulgra v e R iver Barr on R i v e r Walkamin Lake Eacham Lake Eacham Lake Barrine Lake Morris Lake Tinaroo Biboohra Mareeba Wetlands Koah Speewah Tinaroo Tinaroo Falls Fishery Falls Fishery Falls Kairi BARRON GORGE NP DAVIES CREEK NP GREY PEAKS NP CRATER LAKES NP HASTIES SWAMP NP HASTIES SWAMP NP Walkamin Walkamin Aloomba Tolga Deeral Edmonton White Rock White Rock Yarrabah Yarrabah Yorkeys Knob Palm Cove Trinity Beach Holloways Beach Machans Beach Yungaburra Yungaburra Malanda Malanda Kuranda Gordonvale Mareeba Atherton Atherton Cairns 11 10 9 8 5 4 3 2 1 9 10 6 8 7 12 For more information on National Parks, camping or bushwalking visit the QPWS website www.epa.qld.gov.au, or the Authority’s website www.wettropics.gov.au. Picnic table Hiking trails Sightseeing Toilets Walks Wheelchair friendly walks Visitor information Authorised Visitor Information Centre Crocodile Warning Wet Tropics visitor centres and attractions The Tablelands
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Mt Lukin

Mt McCormack

Mt Byerley

Mt Amos

Mt Misery

Mt Finnigan

Mt Pike

Mt Elephant

LighthouseMountain

ArringunnaMountain

Jubilee Mountain

BlackMountain

HerbertonRange

CardwellRange

Bare Hill

Mt Tip Tree

WalshsPyramid

BellendenKer

Mt Massey

Mt Bartle Frere

May Peak

Black Mountain

Mt Frazer

Mt DanbulanMt McGann

Mt Mulligan

Mt Mcleod

Mt Pinnacle

Mt Emerald

Mt Misery

Rudds Pinnacle

Mt Pope

Mt Sharples

Mt Marquette

Kens Bluff

Boulder Mountain

Mt Lee

Mt Jimmy

Mt Dora

Noname Hill

Mt Lyall

Mt Ryan

Mt Spec

Mt Zero

Mt Foxton

Mt Louisa

Mt Mackay

Hells Gate

Mt Oweenee

Mt Courtney

Mt Richardson

The Sisters

Teddy Mtn

Mt Julia

Mt Nokomis

Mt Cataract

Mt Halifax

Mt Black

Circle View Mountain

Mt Bentley

Mt Bowen

Commissioners Cap

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Mt Cameron

Tiger Hill

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Mt Pandanus

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1 Tully Gorge42km scenic drive through lower Tully Gorge. QPWS Cardwell (07) 4066 8601

2 Mission Beach Visitor CentresRun by local volunteers from environment and tourism groups. (07) 4068 7197 or

(07) 4068 7099

• Licuala Forest 350m children’s walk, 1.3km rainforest

circuit & 7.8km rainforest walk from the Tully-Mission Beach Road to Lacey Creek.

QPWS Innisfail (07) 4061 5900

• Lacey Creek Look out for cassowaries on this 1.2km

rainforest walking track off the Mission Beach - El Arish Road. QPWS Innisfail

(07) 4061 5900

• Bicton Hill 2.5km circuit track winds through rainforest

at Bingil Bay to a spectacular lookout. QPWS Innisfail (07) 4061 5900

3 Hull River Aboriginal Settlement

Interpretive DisplayOn the corner of Kennedy Esplanade and Butterfly Park at South Mission Beach (take the South Mission Beach Road).

4 Henrietta CreekPart of Wooroonoran National Park on the Palmerston Highway, midway between Innisfail and Millaa Millaa. A series of connected walks from here include Nandroya Falls, Wallicher Falls and Crawfords Lookout. QPWS Innisfail (07) 4061 4291

5 Josephine FallsPopular swimming hole with short track to falls. QPWS Josephine Falls (07) 4067 6304

6 Innisfail Information CentreOpen 7 days Mon to Fri 9am to 4pm, Sat, Sun 10am to 3pm. On the Bruce Hwy next to the Australian Sugar Industry Museum Mourilyan, 5km south of Innisfail. (07) 4063 2655

7 Babinda BouldersPopular swimming hole at the base of Queensland’s highest mountain, Mount Bartle Frere. Babinda Information Centre

(07) 4067 1008

8 Goldsborough Valley Popular area for families and school groups. Fun for swimming and barbeques. Camping sites available. Goldsborough is an hour’s drive south-west of Cairns. Road is unsuitable for caravans. QPWS (07) 4056 2597

9 Lake MorrisArtificial lake surrounded by rainforest 20km from Cairns. Kiosk and picnic area open daily from 8am. Gates close at 6pm. Great views, no swimming. (07) 4055 7414

10 Crystal CascadesEnjoy a picnic at this municipal park and swim in the clear waters of Freshwater Creek, 24km from Cairns. Secure your valuables.

(07) 4044 3044

11 Skyrail Treetop view of the rainforest over Barron Gorge to Kuranda. Lookouts and information centre.Admission charge. (07) 4038 1555

12 The Gateway Discovery CentreIn the heart of Cairns on The Esplanade. Open 7 days a week 8.30am to 6.30pm

(07) 4051 3588

1 Townsville Highway Visitor Information Centre

On the Bruce Highway at the southern approach to the city. Shower and toilet facilities. Sufficient parking for caravans and motorhomes. Open 9am to 5pm. (07) 4778 3555

2 PalumaThis mountaintop village is a great weekend retreat. QPWS (07) 4777 2822 or NQ Water

(07) 4726 0000

3 Jourama FallsFavoured camping and picnic area among locals. A 1.5km track leads to falls. QPWS Jourama (07) 4777 3112

4 Hinchinbrook Visitor CentreCorner of the Bruce Highway and Ingham’s main street. Open from Mon to Fri 8.45am to 5pm, weekends 9am to 2pm and most public holidays. (07) 4776 5211

5 Wallaman FallsLargest single drop waterfall in Australia. 51km west of Ingham, 18km of which is unsealed road. No open fires. For directions, road conditions and camping contact QPWS Ingham (07) 4777 2822

6 BroadwaterDay use and camping area, 45km west of Ingham, 1 hour’s drive from the highway. QPWS Ingham (07) 4777 2822

7 Five Mile Creek Great place to take a break from behind the wheel. 200m from the Bruce Highway on the southern outskirts of Cardwell. QPWS Cardwell

(07) 4766 8779

8 Rainforest and Reef Centre, Cardwell

Bookings for Hinchinbrook and other coastal islands. Wet Tropics information. QPWS Cardwell

(07) 4066 8601

9 Hinchinbrook IslandRainforest island in Great Barrier Reef World Heritage Area. Bookings required. QPWS Cardwell (07) 4066 8601

10 Edmund Kennedy National ParkMangrove walk through diverse coastal park. QPWS Cardwell (07) 4066 8601

11 Blencoe Falls Drive207km drive from Kennedy to Mt Garnet. Coastal views, Blencoe Falls and cattle country. Road is unsealed and caravans not recommended. Make sure you and your vehicle are prepared. QPWS Cardwell (07) 4066 8601

12 Murray Falls20m waterfall is one of the prettiest in north Queensland. QPWS Cardwell

(07) 4066 8601

Southern Wet Tropics

Central Coast

1 Kuranda Visitor Information Centre

Centenary Park, Kuranda. Open 7 days a week from 10am to 4pm. (07) 4093 9311

2 Barron FallsThe Barron River drops dramatically from the Tablelands to the coast on the outskirts of Kuranda. QPWS Cairns (07) 4053 4533

3 Davies CreekSwimming pools and stunning waterfalls surrounded by eucalypt forests. The 6km unsealed road can be rough. Bring charcoal for the fireplaces. Camping fees apply. QPWS Cairns (07) 4053 4533

4 Danbulla Forest DriveA 30km drive around Lake Tinaroo between the dam wall and Gillies Highway. Numerous day use areas, walks and camping sites. QPWS Atherton (07) 4091 1844

5 Lake BarrineVisit the giant kauri trees at the beginning of the 5.1km circuit walk near this crater lake, or take a boat cruise. Wet Tropics displays at the kiosk. QPWS (07) 4095 3768

6 Atherton Tablelands Information Centre

Open 7 days 9am to 5pm extended hours on weekdays Jun to Aug only. Mon to Fri 8am to 6pm. Cnr Main and Silo Road, Atherton. Sells gifts, souvenirs and local produce.

(07) 4091 4222 (07) 4091 7394

7 Curtain Fig TreeThis is one of the best-known tourist attractions on the Atherton Tableland, 3km from Yungaburra. The fig tree has a curtain of aerial roots which drop 15m to the ground. QPWS Atherton

(07) 4091 1844

8 Hasties SwampHastie’s Swamp near Atherton has a bird list of over 220 species. Bird numbers peak between July and September QPWS Lake Eacham

(07) 4095 3768 or Birds Australia North Qld (07) 4096 8230

9 Lake EachamSimilar to Lake Barrine, this is a lake in an old volcanic crater. 700m self-guided walk from the picnic area or 3km circuit walk. QPWS Lake Eacham (07) 4095 3768

10 Malanda Falls Visitor CentreTake a journey of discovery. Learn how the Tablelands was formed. Two short walks (1km) where Lumholtz tree-kangaroos and platypus are often seen. Open 9.30am to 4.30pm daily

(07) 4096 6957

11 Mt Hypipamee (The Crater)Look out over this geological curiosity caused by exploding underground gases. Easy walking track leads to picturesque Dinner Falls at the headwaters of the Barron River. QPWS Lake Eacham (07) 4095 3768

12 Waterfall Circuit Don’t miss this short drive which takes in Millaa Millaa, Zillie and Elinjaa waterfalls. The circuit begins on the outskirts of Millaa Millaa township and loops around to finish 2km away at the Malanda Falls Visitor Centre.

13 Ravenshoe Visitor CentreVolunteers staff the centre from 9am to 4pm daily. Nganyaji Cultural Unity Centre displays information and artefacts from the local Aboriginal people.

(07) 4097 7700

14 Millstream FallsSpilling over a basalt lava flow, these falls are the widest in Australia. QPWS Gulf Savannah (07) 4097 6721 QPWS Lake Eacham (07) 4095 3768

15 Tully Falls LookoutA lookout 25km from Ravenshoe provides awe-inspiring views of the deep gorge below. Walking track leads to more views. QPWS Lake Eacham (07) 4095 3768

16 Koombooloomba DamThis artificial lake supplies Kareeya Power Station. Popular among campers, anglers and canoeists. QPWS Atherton (07) 4091 1844

1 Captain Cook HighwayScenic drive from Cairns to Mossman. Great views and beaches. Camping only at commercial campgrounds at Ellis Beach, Port Douglas and Mossman.

2 Rainforest Habitat Wildlife Sanctuary

A chance to observe up close a large range of flora and fauna. Guided tours and displays. Admission charge. (07) 4099 3235

3 Mossman GorgeShort track leads to Mossman River or explore the rainforest along a 2.4km walking track. Grassy area for picnics for day use only. QPWS Mossman (07) 4098 2188

4 Daintree Ferry Crossing & Village36km north of Mossman, car ferry operates from 6am to midnight 7 days. The Daintree village 10km upriver has art and craft shops, coffee shops, timber museum and river cruises.

5 Daintree Discovery Centre11km north of the Daintree ferry on Tulip Oak Road. Canopy boardwalk and tower and experienced guides. Admission charge.

(07) 4098 9171

6 Jindalba700m boardwalk winds around a fern-edged creek. There are some stairs on the walk. Look out for cassowaries. Picnic tables and toilets near the car park. QPWS (07) 4098 2188

7 Thornton Beach & Noah BeachDay use area and kiosk 25km north of the Daintree ferry. Another 5km north is Marrdja Boardwalk through rainforest and mangroves. 1.5km north of Marrdja is the Noah Beach National Park campground, closed during extremely wet weather. Beware of marine stingers Oct to May. QPWS Cape Trib

(07) 4098 0052

8 ‘Bat House’ Environment CentreOperated by the Australian Tropical Research Foundation. Volunteer-run with information on rainforest, reef and alternative technology. Open 10.30am to 3.30pm. (07) 4098 0063

9 Cape TribulationVisit the Dubuji visitor area with 1.2km boardwalk through rare rainforest growing on sand. Additional carpark and viewing platform at Kulki, 2km north. QPWS Cape Tribulation (07) 4098 0052

10 Black MountainGiant piles of black granite boulders 30km from Cooktown. QPWS Cooktown (07) 4069 5777

11 Keating’s LagoonImportant bird sanctuary 5km from Cooktown. A bird hide provides a perfect spot for watching magpie geese, black ducks and brolgas. QPWS Cooktown (07) 4069 5777

12 Mount Cook National Park 2km walking track passes through diverse vegetation communities to the top of Mount Cook. Takes about 90 minutes. For group walks with an Aboriginal guide, phone Gungarde Community Centre on (07) 4069 5412. QPWS Cooktown (07) 4069 5777

13 Nature’s Powerhouse, Cooktown Nestled in bushland in Cooktown’s historic Botanic Gardens, this centre features wildlife displays and botanical art. Small admission charge. Open 9am to 5pm with cafe open from 10am to 4pm 7 days a week. 1800 174 895

Northern Wet Tropics

Main roads - sealed - unsealedMinor roads - sealed - unsealed

World Heritage Area

Rivers

TownHomesteadPlace of Interest

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Tully Falls

Barbecue

Camping

Refreshments

Covered picnic table

Open fire

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Walkamin

Lake EachamLake Eacham

Lake Barrine

Lake Morris

Lake Tinaroo

BiboohraMareebaWetlands

KoahSpeewah

TinarooTinaroo Falls

Fishery FallsFishery Falls

Kairi

BARRONGORGE NP

DAVIES CREEK NP

GREY

PEAKS NP

CRATER LAKES NPHASTIES

SWAMP NPHASTIES

SWAMP NP

WalkaminWalkamin

AloombaTolga

Deeral

Edmonton

White RockWhite Rock

YarrabahYarrabah

Yorkeys Knob

Palm CoveTrinity Beach

Holloways Beach

Machans Beach

YungaburraYungaburra

MalandaMalanda

Kuranda

Gordonvale

Mareeba

AthertonAtherton

Cairns

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For more information on National Parks, camping or bushwalking visit the QPWS website www.epa.qld.gov.au, or the Authority’s website www.wettropics.gov.au.

Picnic table

Hiking trails

Sightseeing

Toilets

Walks

Wheelchair friendly walks

Visitor information

Authorised Visitor Information Centre

Crocodile Warning

Wet Tropics visitor centres and attractions

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