Lake Tinaroo in the centre of the Atherton Tablelands is a huge man-made lake set in lush bush with tons of things to do. The lake has lots of fingers and bays to explore and is surrounded by the 12,000-hectare Dunbulla National Park and State Forest, rich in history, wildlife and recreational choices. Look out for camping areas off Dunbulla …
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January Impressions of the Atherton Tablelands
January had us diving into a new decade and new adventures all across the Atherton Tablelands, with refreshing dips in waterfalls, lakes and natural infinity pools. Thank you all for #hashtagging – please keep tagging @athertontablelands and #athertontablelands for us to discover your images and repost them. Serenity at Lake Eacham Image by @makinglifeatrip Holding on to the weekend like this Goanna …
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December Impressions of the Atherton Tablelands
Summer beginnings with lots of sunny road trips chasing waterfalls all over the Atherton Tablelands while discovering hidden gems – what a remarkable way to end the year. Merry Christmas and a joyful 2020 everyone. Thank you all for #hashtagging – please keep tagging @athertontablelands and #athertontablelands for us to discover your images and repost them. Hidden gems around Lake Eacham …
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Visiting family and friends – What’s open over the Christmas period
The Atherton Tablelands are a wonderful place to go over the Christmas holidays with plenty of things to do and see. Being such a natural wonderland all the scenic spots are open, including Christmas Day and most other attractions are open over the holiday season and only close on the day itself. If you have visiting family and friends on …
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In the North
The north of the Atherton Tablelands is dominated by magnificent national parks filled with soaring mountain ranges, clear highland creeks, tracts of lush rainforest interspersed with eucalypts and rocky outcrops with gob-smacking views. It can be both a walk in the park or a grand challenge to get the best of this area. Take the 20-minute easy track around Davies …
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November Impressions of the Atherton Tablelands
This month was all about sunsets, critters, camp goals, views and waterfalls – making us wish those weekend vibes would last forever. Thank you all for #hashtagging – please keep tagging @athertontablelands and #athertontablelands for us to discover your images and repost them. Jumping into the weekend Image by @annegarnet at Mount Hypipamee Views at Undara Image by @kar3n_5mith Hercules Moth Image by @abbbydawn …
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Christmas Markets
Yuletide Yungaburra is one of the merriest places to be during the Christmas season. The little town of Yungaburra’s Christmas market unwraps all the sparkle and fun of Christmas with lots of tasty treats, gift ideas and colour and good cheer. Each year the monthly markets have a unique event for Christmas with Christmas decorations and festive treats. The market …
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Wander Naturally
The Atherton Tablelands are full of awesome moments when the landscape and wildlife are mind blowing. Whether you drive round, walk a bit, hop on a bike or swim a few lengths this natural Disneyland will enchant you. Take time to look up at the amazing trees. The rainforest is incredible with a million shades of green. Stop off at …
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October Impressions of the Atherton Tablelands
Feeling free, spotting wildlife and just marvelling at nature in general – the Atherton Tablelands truly let you unwind and #DiscoverPerfect. Thank you all for #hashtagging – please keep tagging @athertontablelands and #athertontablelands for us to discover your images and repost them. Freedom Image by @hannahelizarmstrong Golden Bowerbird Image by @fnq_naturetours Marvelling Image by @ladywanderluxe Kuranda Range Image by @njhenderson Amethystine Python Image by @aussie_places Gillies …
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Atherton Tablelands Heritage Trail
The Atherton Tablelands is a goldmine for history buffs, or those who like to be spellbound by a great yarn. Here are some ways to be charmed or amazed by the past: Chillagoe Smelters Take a drive out to the Atherton Tablelands to find the remains of an industry that burnt brightly as part of Australia’s mining story. The Chillagoe …
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