Atherton Tableland
"The Waterfalls & Crater Lakes District"
There are Wildlife Cruises on Lake Barrine, swimming and picnics at Lake Eacham, the
Danbulla State Forest Drive, Tinaroo Dam, the Millaa Millaa Waterfall Circuit etc.
Make Chambers Wildlife Rainforest Lodge in The Waterfalls & Crater Lakes
District of the Atherton Tablelands, near Cairns, the headquarters for your Tropical North
Queensland stay.
The Great Barrier Reef connections are just over an hour away by a scenic drive, choose
a different route each time you travel to the coast, and return to the Tablelands for a
cool restful night.
All guests staying at Chambers Wildlife Rainforest Lodge are supplied with
personalised self-drive itineraries to the attractions of the Waterfalls & Crater
Lakes District of The Atherton Tablelands.
Your daily itineraries could include:
*Lake Barrine
*Lake Barrine Wildlife Cruise with excellent commentary.
*The twin kauris (1100 years old)
*The Giant Red Cedar.(Largest Red Cedar in the Southern Hemisphere.)
*Curtain Fig.
*Cathedral Fig .
*Malanda Township
*Malanda falls environmental park
*Malanda Falls
*Malanda Falls Enviromental
Centre
*Bromfield Swamp (Hundreads of Sarus Cranes arrive at sunset)
*Hastie Swamp (Abundance of waterbirds)
*Danbulla State Forest Drive
*Mobo creek crater
*Lake Euromoo
*Lake Euromoo Arbor Walk
*Platypus rock
*Kairi pottery
*Tolga woodworks
*Tolga Township
*Tinaroo
*Tinaroo Lake & Dam
*The humpy (For some of the more unusual fruits eg chocolate pudding fruit, soursop,
jackfruit etc)
*Fascinating facets & The Crystal
Caves
*Yungaburra National Trust Village
*Millaa Millaa Township
*Millaa Millaa Falls
*Zillie Falls
*Ellinjaa Falls
*Mungalli falls
*Milla Millaa Township
*Crawfords lookout
*Wooroonooran National Park.
*Lake Eacham National Park.
*Lake Barrine National Park.
*Mchugh road lookout (spectacular views)
*Millstream & little millstream falls
*Crater national park
*Dinner Falls
FASCINATING
FACETS AND CRYSTAL CAVES
Fascinating Facets
- The Fascinating Facets is a combination of gallery, jewellery store and rock shop that
has been established since 1984.
- They stock Australian Opals, Gold Nuggets and Queensland Blue topaz.
- Jewellery, fossils and rocks are all visibly displayed, on shelves and in glass
cabinets.
- They also stock crystal clusters, fossil specimens, jewellery, and semi-precious stone
gifts.
- It is a store that will is appealing to all age groups. The staff are very friendly and
willing to help in any way.
Crystal Caves
- The Crystal Caves is recognised as one of Australia’s best mineralogical museums,
that displays its natural crystals, real fossils and mineral specimens in a fantasy land
cave.
- Allow 1 hour to make your way through this exciting and creative display of amazing
geological specimens.
- Cave visitors are fitted with helmets that are equipped with lights and a catalogue of
the crystals to be seen in the underground cave. This is so that you can name and
investigate the 100 odd crystals displayed.
- You are invited to touch everything within reach.
- No set time or guided tours are given through the caves, you can go at your own pace.
- There are disabled facilities throughout the complex.
- Remember to take your cameras and videos as these are allowed in the Caves.
Opening Times:
Open 7 days a week.
Monday to Friday 8:30am - 5:00pm
Saturday 8:30am - 4:00pm
Sunday 10:00am - 4:00pm
LAST CAVE VISITORS MUST ENTER NO LATER THAN 1 HOUR PRIOR TO CLOSING
Cost:
Children 0-4yrs no cost
Children 4-14yrs $5
Adults $10
Lake Eacham:
Lake Eacham is an extinct volcanic crater lake filled with cool, clean, crystal clear
water, surrounded by 1200acres of lush tropical highland rainforest. The lake is sixty
metres deep with a pontoon and children's pool available, offering excellent swimming
conditions.
A large picnic area with plenty of covered wood and electric BBQ sites makes the lake
front
ideal for family outings.
There is an excellent four kilometre rainforest walking track around the lake's edge.
A 700 metre self guided rainforest walking track leading from the National Parks
Headquarters on Mcleish Road to the lake itself.
A one kilometre rainforest track to the Eacham Waterfalls offers exceptional
photographic opportunities.
For those who are not able to experience the walking tracks, there is a beautiful
rainforest drive that will take you through the World Heritage rainforest that surrounds
Lake Eacham.
The National Parks and Wildlife Office for the Crater Lakes National Park is situated
at the rainforest edge on McLeish road. The National Parks office includes an information
centre which caters for people interested in learning more about the crater lake history,
rainforest ecology, birds and animals of the area.
The most striking aspect of this particular crater lake is the peace and serenity that
accompany all it offers you. It is truly a magnificent and worthwhile experience.
Lake Barrine:
Lake Barrine is a volcanic crater lake located ten minutes drive from Lake Eacham. As
with Lake Eacham, Lake Barrine offers safe swimming, as well as picnic areas for your
leisure.
There is a restaurant on the shoreline which offers five star views from open air
balconies as well as glass enclosed tearooms. It is an unforgettable place to enjoy lunch
and Devonshire Teas.
Lake Barrine Wildlife Cruises run four times a day taking you around the perimeter of the lake
showing and discussing rainforest plants and animals. (We recommend the 10.15 cruise.)
Be sure to allow time to browse through the extensive range of Tableland momentos
available in the souvenir shop.
Enjoy a short walk to the 1,100 year old Twin Kauri Pines or the six kilometre
rainforest circuit walk around the lake's edge.
Lake Barrine shows you all the magnificent plants and animals that exist in this
magical crater lake and surrounding rainforest environment. For much of this century, it
has been one of the top tourist attractions of Tropical North Queensland.
MOUNT HYPIPAMEE NATIONAL PARK
THE CRATER AND DINNER FALLS
- The Crater and Dinner Falls are loacted about 30km from Atherton on the Kennedy Highway.
- Just over the Barron River, the turnoff to these two natural attractions is on the
right.
- Mount Hypipamee National Park is the only park that protects high altitude rainforest,
unlike any other National Park on the Atherton tableland.
- The Crater is the remains of what is believed to have been the only explosion pipe of
this volcanically active area between 10 and15, 000 years ago.
- The volcanic bedrock in the vicinity has caused the variation on the form of soil types
that have evolved. The change in soil type influences the vegetation it supports and the
diversity of animals which are supported by it. As a result, this area has become renowned
for it’s numerous arboreal (tree dwelling), species.
- There is much interesting information about the crater and it’s
surounds, presented
on an information board at the beginning of the 800m return walk.
- The walk to the crater is well maintained and has been bitumenised. This makes for easy
walking and wheel chair access . The crater itself is astounding in size and is worth the
short walk.
- On your return from the crater, there is a path which leads down to the Dinner Falls.
These falls are on the Barron River.
- An information board located close to the beginning of the walk traces the path of the
river from its beginnings in the Great Dividing Range, through the Atherton Tablelands and
out to the Pacific Ocean.
CURTAIN FIG TREE
This world famous fig tree is of the species Ficus virens, it is a strangler fig
tree.
Located about 1 kilometer out of Yungaburra, this ancient tree is awesome in it’s
size and granduer.
Directions to this fantastic tree are well sign-posted and the short drive well worth
it.
Plenty of car parking available. It is a 50 metre walk to view the tree.
There are interpretative signs which describe how the Curtain Fig Tree grew and some
additional interesting information.
There is a continous board walk around the tree and a section which creates good
perspective for photo opportunities.
Lumholtz Tree Kangaroos & Green Possums can sometimes be seen asleep in this area
during daylight.
After dark you can spotlight for Tree Kangaroos, Green Possums, Herbert River Possums
and Coppery Brushtail Possums.
DANBULLA STATE FOREST DRIVE
The Danbulla State Forest Drive is a circuit drive which begins near Lake Barrine on
the Gillies Highway and ends at the Tinaroo Dam. Leaving The Chamber’s, the easiest
and most direct route to take is along the Gillies Highway, which takes you in a
north-easterly direction past Lake Barrine. The entrance to The Danbulla State Forest
Drive is well signposted and begins only a few kilometres past the Lake Barrine turnoff.
Along the 30 km drive there are a number of points of interest including; the Cathedral
Fig Tree, Mobo Creek Crater, Lake Euramoo Arbour Walk and the Kauri Creek Walk. The most
spectacular part of the drive is the initial part, or the north-eastern section, where the
area has rainforests, eucalypt forests and pine plantations.
Cathedral Fig Tree:
The Cathedral Fig Tree is located about 5 km from the Gillies Highway. It is the same
species of tree as the Curtain Fig Tree (Ficus virens), but through different
growing pressure has evolved to display a different habit of the commonly called strangler
fig. Many species of animal can be seen seeking shelter in and around the Cathedral Fig
Tree including: Papuan Frog Mouth, Rose-crowned Fruit Dove, Emerald Fruit Dove,
Pale-yellow and Grey-headed Robin, Orange-footed Scrubfowl, many species of reptile,
Possums and Tree Kangaroo.
Mobo Creek Crater:
Mobo Creek Crater is located another few kilometers on from the Cathedral Fig Tree.
There is a 600-metre rainforest-walking track with information signs, which will enlighten
you to the mysterious geological history of the crater.
Geologists and scientists alike have not quite clarified the geological history of this
site. Part of the mystery could be caused by the flowing of Moo Creek through the crater
which could have confused the geological sequence through the erosion properties of water.
It is an interesting attraction.
Lake Euramoo:
The forest drive will then take you along to Lake Euramoo. This lake is contained in a
double explosion volcanic crater. Being one of the youngest geological features in the
Atherton Tablelands, it is though to be a little older than ten thousand years old.
Euramoo is quite a large lake, with a viewing platform looking out over the water and
its surrounding environment but there is no access to the water's edge. There is also an
interpretative sign giving you basic background information on the lake's history and
present features.
The Lake Euramoo Arbor Walk:
Almost immediately beside the viewing platform of Lake Euramoo is the Arbor Walk. Allow
20 minutes
to experience this arbor walk fully.
A circuit walk guides you through the rainforest to where species of trees are named.eg
Red Cedar,
Tulip Oak, Rose Butternut, Northern Silky Oak, Mahogany etc.
Kauri Creek Walk:
This is one of the better walks of the area. It is a full circuit track of five and a
half kilometres. The first section of the walk takes you through the riverine vegetation
along Kauri Creek. The track climbs steeply for a section after leaving Kauri Creek, then
descending quite steeply to return to the creek, taking you through to an old forestry
logging access road. This road is followed for most of the trip back to the carpark and
picnic area. As the track leaves the road, it passes through a gathering of Brown Salwood.
These trees have regenerated in an area previously cleared for grazing.
The track is designed for intermediate to advanced walkers, although for those who are
beginners, there is still the option to see the Red Cedar Tree located at a kilometre into
the track, before returning to the picnic area. Eager walkers are still recommended to
take the walk, as there are many places to stop and look at your surroundings whilst you
catch your breath.
Be sure to wear shoes with a closed toe, preferably hiking boots, as there are many
roots which cross the path, some, difficult to see.
The Kauri Creek walk will show some of the natural wonders of North Queensland, the
peace, serenity and beauty of the area should not be missed.
Tinaroo Lake and Dam:
Tinaroo Lake is a huge man-made lake located to the north-east of Atherton. It is at
the end of the Danbulla State Forest Drive. The lake was formed in 1958 at the completion
of the Tinaroo Dam. The reservoir is used for activities such as irrigation and
hydro-electricity, yet, leisure activities such as fishing, swimming, water-skiing and
boating are allowed.
Birdwatchers should find the area most rewarding, as the lake provides ideal conditions
for waterbirds.
The lake attracts birds such as:
Great Crested and Australasian Grebe
Ibis
Egrets
Spoonbills
Herons
Whistling-Ducks
Cormorants
Black Swan
Australian Pelican
Duck species
Darter
Grey Teal
Rufous Night Heron
Hardhead
Black-necked Stalk
Cotton and Green Pygmy-Goose
Dusky Moorhen
Purple Swamphen
Eurasian Coot
Caspian Tern
During the seasons of spring and summer, when the lake’s water level is low,
the muddy margins attract waders such as the:
White-bellied Sea Eagle
Osprey
Red-kneed Dotterel
Black fronted Plover.
LAKE EACHAM
FALLS
There are some local falls that are not sign posted that are found just past Lake
Eacham.
As the road divides in two, the left to Atherton and Yungaburra and the right is
unmarked.
This smaller road to the right takes you to the Lake Eacham Falls. About one kilometre
down the road is a small bridge.
Heading away from Lake Eacham there are small car parking bays on the left and right
hand side of the road.
Walking back over the bridge, the walk begins on the left hand side of the road. It is
only a small walk down to the waterfall which is smaller than any of the other falls on
the Palmerston Highway.
The walking path follows the route of the creek and forms a circuit, passing under the
bridge and then heading back up towards the roadway.
GIANT RAINFOREST TREES
CURTAIN FIG TREE
- This world famous fig tree is of the species Ficus virens, it is a strangler fig
tree.
- Located about 1 kilometer out of Yungaburra, this ancient tree is awesome in it’s
size and granduer.
- Directions to this fantastic tree are well sign-posted and the short drive well worth
it.
- Plenty of car parking available. It is a 50 metre walk to view the tree.
- There are interpretative signs which describe how the Curtain Fig Tree grew and some
additional interesting information.
- There is a continous board walk around the tree and a section which creates good
perspective for photo opportunities.
- Lumholtz Tree Kangaroos & Green Possums can sometimes be seen asleep in this area
during daylight.
- After dark you can spotlight for Tree Kangaroos, Green Possums, Herbert River Possums
and Coppery Brushtail Possums.
TWIN KAURI’S
- These two magnificent trees are found 90m along a bituminised path originating from the
car park of the Lake Barrine, Kiosk / Souvenir shop.
- The information about these trees is amazing.
- Their exact age has not been calculated but has been estimated atbeing in excess of 1000
years.
- The lake’s history has been studied by scientists and these studies have shown that
these two trees are the ancestors of Conifer Forest which dominated this area of
Queensland prior to the current rainforest. This ancient forest covered these parts over
100 million years ago.
- There are more fascinating facts about these two trees at Lake Barrine.
How to get There:
From The Chamber’s, follow the road past Lake Eacham. At the junction of the two
roads, one leads to Yungaburra and Atherton and the other is unmarked. Both of these roads
lead to the Gillies Highway which will take you to the turn off to Lake Barrine and the
Twin Kauri’s.
GIANT RED CEDAR
The Red Cedar is an important tree in the history of Australia. Affectionately known by
the Australain settlers as ‘Red Gold’, this tree was the pulling motivational
factor that caused the settlement of much of the coastal and hinterland areas of the
country.
This is the largest accessible Red Cedar Tree remaining in north Queensland and
possibly Australia. A magestic tree, it is well worth the short drive from The
Chamber’s to view this awesome specimen that is considered a soul survivor of a time
long gone, when these Red Giants dominated the forests of the Atherton tableland.
CATHEDRAL FIG TREE
The Cathedral Fig Tree is located about 5 km from the Gillies Highway on the Danbulla
State Forest Drive. It is the same species of tree as the Curtain Fig Tree (Ficus
virens), but through different growing pressure has evolved to display a different
habit of the commonly called strangler fig. Many species of animal can be seen seeking
shelter in and around the Cathedral Fig Tree including: Papuan Frog Mouth, Rose-crowned
Fruit Dove, Emerald Fruit Dove, Pale-yellow and Grey-headed Robin, Orange-footed
Scrubfowl, many species of reptile, Possums and Tree Kangaroo.
MUNGALLI FALLS
About 25km east of the town of Milla Milla there is a turnoff to the left which leads
to the
Mungalli Falls Tea House.
- This is a place where you can buy snacks and drinks before or after you view the falls.
- Beside the teahouse there is a small ford. Looking upstream there is a small waterfall
that is in itself very pretty and worthy of a photo.
THE MILLAA MILLAA WATERFALL CIRCUIT
The waterfall circuit includes three waterfalls are found close to the town of Millaa
Millaa .
Millaa Millaa is a small town (population 400), located 34km south of Yungaburra, on
the Palmerston Highway.
The three falls that comprise the circuit are: Millaa Millaa, Zillie and Ellinjaa
falls. The turnoff to these waterfalls is a few kilometers on the eastern side of the
town.
Taking binoculars, camera and most importantly, water would be beneficial to your trip.
MILLAA MILLAA FALLS
- First of the three waterfalls 3km off the main road.
- Frequented by locals and tour groups alike as it is a popular swimming spot.
- You may see the Ulysses Butterfly and Platypus late in the afternoon.
- There are many iridescent dragonflies that may stay still long enough for you to be able
to take a photo of them.
- There are plenty of parking spaces at these falls.
- Shelter, barbecue and picnic fascilities are available.
ZILLIE FALLS
- These falls are found 7.5km past the Millaa Millaa falls.
- The walking path to the falls is not very clearly marked and it is much easier to see
the carpark on the right side of the road before the bridge.
- One of the trees in this partyicular carpark is home to a colony of Flying Foxes can
easily be seen.
- A short walk across the road takes you through some forest and to the viewing area.
- There is no access to the waterfall from the platform but a good view of the preceeding
rapids and the top of the falls.
- There is no swimming access at this waterfall.
ELLINJAA FALLS
- Only a 3km drive past the Zillie Falls are the Ellinjaa Falls.
- There is a grassed picnic area adjacent to the parking fascilities.
- A viewing platform is located at the beginning of the walk (which descends to the
waterfalls base), and provides a clear view for photo opportunities.
- The short walk down to the falls has been made into steps to make the descent safer and
easier.
- Platypus and Turtles can be found in the plunge pool of the falls,
- Swimming is not recommended at these fall.
MUNGALLI FALLS
About 25km east of the town of Milla Milla there is a turnoff to the left which leads
to the
Mungalli Falls Tea House.
- This is a place where you can buy snacks and drinks before or after you view the falls.
- Beside the teahouse there is a small ford. Looking upstream there is a small waterfall
that is in itself very pretty and worthy of a photo.
Kairi Pottery:
Kairi is a small town located on the road between Tolga and Tinaroo. It is also the
location of Kairi Pottery. For those interested in local art and craft, Kairi pottery
(found on the main road) offers some magnificent pieces of work.
Upon entrance into the shop, you are welcomed by various clay plates, mugs, bowls, salt
and pepper shakers and pots of different shapes and sizes, as well as many more designs.
The show room opens out into the actual warehouse, allowing you to view the potters at
work. You are able to see the initial stages of the design, and then the finished product.
Also, there are black and white photos on the walls, displaying this process. A most
interesting and appealing concept.
Pricing is reasonable if not quite cheap, considering the quality of the work.
If at Kairi, the Kairi Pottery shop is a definite must. See the local talent, and
appreciate the art.
Tolga Woodworks:
To see some of the finest woodwork on the Artherton Tablelands, one must go to Tolga
Woodworks.
How to get there:
Tolga Woodworks is located on the Kennedy Highway approximately five kilometres out of
Atherton in the town of Tolga.
Their products range from small wooden keyrings to fine furniture, clocks, chimes,
bowls and vases as well as precious stained glass products. Considering the impeccable
quality and originality of each individual design, the pricing is most reasonable.
Accompanying the studio is a small cafe which serves light meals, cold and hot drinks.
It offers a wonderful Australian atmosphere where one may sit amongst various native
woods, designs and carvings.
Served by a friendly and helpful staff, the Tolga Woodworks Craft Gallery should not be
missed, as it displays products that may not be seen anywhere else in the world.
For your convenience, the gallery is open seven days a week from 9am to 5pm.
YUNGABURRA
The town of Yungaburra is located approximately 10 minutes drive away from The
Chamber’s. It’s a small town with the required convenience stores, a range of
restaurants, art and craft and attractions.
The most prominent building of the town is the Lake Eacham Hotel, located on the main
street of Yungaburra. The following attractions, restaurants and art/craft shops will be
related in location to the Hotel for convenience sake.
Art and Craft
LUDIJ PENDEN STUDIO GALLERY.
- As you enter Yungaburra coming from Lake Eacham, the studio is found on the left side of
the road, diagonally opposite the Yungaburra Primary School.
- Opening times are 10:00am to 5:00pm every weekend
THE CHALET RAINFOREST GALLERY
- The main road from Lake Eacham into Yungaburra veers to the left. Continuing down this
road the Rainforest Chalet is located about 100 metres down on the left beside Nick's
Swiss Italian Restaurant.
- Parking is available on the premises
- Gifts and Displays include the:
- "one-of-a-kind" mystical Rainforest Folk, hand crafted by Chris Boston
- three dimensional clay forms
- unique Timber-Art Furniture
- Pottery
- Australian Souvenirs
- Ceramics
- Genuine Indigenous (Aboriginal) Art
- Opening times are 9:00am to 5:00pm daily.
NAPS NEST
- The main road into Yungaburra veers to the left. Going straight ahead and crossing the
road (which leads to the Hotel), will take you on to Cedar Street. This is where you will
find Naps Nest adjoining the hotel
- It offers a wide range of local crafts including
- pottery
- timberware
- paintings
- wooden toys
- posters
- postcards
- Devonshire Teas and Light Meals are available
- Opening times are 9:00am to 5:30pm daily
GLASS BY DIANE
- This lovely collection of handmade glassware is found on Cedar Street diagonally
opposite from Naps Nest
- The glassware is handcrafted on the premises
- Opening times are Wednesday - Sunday 9:30am to 4:30pm
Closed Monday and Tuesday
THE GEM GALLERY
- Located next to the supermarket in Yungaburra.
- Displays Opals and other gems from local and overseas jewellers
- Demonstration of polishing and crafting available
- Tables and chairs to sit at
- Refreshments available
- Open 7 days 8:00am to 8:00pm daily.
Atherton
Atherton is one of the major towns on the Tablelands with a population of approximately
seven thousand people and is the bustling centre of a farming district.
It is home to well known attractions such as Fascinating Facets and the Crystal Caves.
The town offers good shopping opportunities with Woolworths Supermarket open seven days
a week for all food requirements.
One may eat at the café's on the main road, at KFC or at the Pagoda Chinese Restaurant
found upon entrance to the town coming from Yungaburra.
Various activities are offered for many interests - there is a Golf Club for golfing,
also, bowls, indoor cricket and ten pin bowling is available. Steam Train Rides are
offered by the restored 1920's D17 steam loco which takes visitors on a run from Atherton
to Herberton.
Malanda
Malanda is a town with a population of one and a half thousand people. It is located
ten kilometres south of Yungaburra in a south easterly direction from Chambers Wildlife
Rainforest Lodge. It is a small town that utilises its natural resources.
The Malanda Hotel is the most obvious landmark of the location, characteristically
built from the timber of local trees. As you enter the restaurant section of the hotel,
you will notice the prominence of these timbers, seen in the floorboards and the
magnificent staircase (made from local Silky Oak) leading to the hotel rooms and second
floor. The hotel serves a range of very tasty counter meals, reasonably priced, to be
eaten with a selection of beers, wine, spirits or soft drink.
Adjacent to the Malanda Hotel is a Caltex petrol station where snacks for a day's trip
may be purchased.
Otherwise, there is a bakery across the road which offers hot pies, pasties, sausage
rolls, cakes and drinks, with tables and chairs allowing for consumption on the premises.
A few doors down from the bakery, there is the Wait-a-While Craft Studio. This unique
shop has a lot of locally made wood and glass products. Certainly well worth a look to
appreciate the local talent.
The Five Star Fresh Mart supermarket is located across the road from the Wait-a While
Craft Studio. It is open six days a week for all your grocery and shopping requirements.
OPENING TIMES:
Monday.........8:15am - 5:30pm
Tuesday.........8:15am - 5:30pm
Wednesday....8:15am - 5:30pm
Thursday.......8:15am - 8:00pm
Friday............8:15am - 5:30pm
Saturday........8:15am - 2:00pm
Sunday................CLOSED
Passing through Malanda on the main road, approximately two kilometres from the town
centre, on the left hand side of the road is located the Malanda Environmental Information
Centre and Waterfalls. The Environmental Information Centre gives an interpretative,
interactive and informative account of the geological history of the tableland area,
interesting any visitors to the falls. The display is presented in simple terms with rock
and rainforest specimens, models and pictures to look at accompanied with information of
the area to read. The Visitor’s centre also offers a range of local brochures and a
volunteer worker is usually available to answer any queries you may have.
A fifty metre walk will take you from the Environmental Information Centre to the
Malanda Waterfall. These falls offer a good swimming opportunity with a picnic area and
grass area for your leisure.
Walks up and down stream most certainly will fill you with a great sense of adventure.
Various paths will take you through the magnificent environment of the area, illustrating
the dense nature of the rainforest and all it has to offer.
Across the road from the falls is another short rainforest walk that will offer you
some magnificent photo opportunities. Close to its beginning is a platypus, turtle and
lizard-viewing platform that, with any luck will allow you to see some of the animals
Malanda’s rainforest holds.
A bustling little town with plenty of entertaining avenues for varying interests.
Millaa Millaa
(Aboriginal Translation: "Plenty Water")
With a population of four hundred, Millaa Millaa is considered the gateway to the
Atherton Tablelands.
This little town offers magnificent views such as Queensland's highest mountain Bartle
Frere, backdropped by evergreen dairy farming pastures.
It is the centre for the waterfall circuit, infact, there are six waterfalls within
fifteen kilometres of Millaa Millaa. The world famous Millaa Millaa Falls on the edge of
town, the Zillie, Ellinjaa and Mungalli Falls, the Souita and Pepina Falls.
Millaa Millaa Lookout offers a brilliant panoramic view of the Atherton Tablelands.
Also of interest is the Eacham Historical Society Museum in Main Street, while the nine
hole golf course beside the Caravan Park will challenge eager golfers.
Tolga
Tolga, located five kilometres out of Atherton is the home of the well known Tolga
Woodworks, a centre with a reputation for high quality workmanship in timbers salvaged
from cyclones, bushfire and old age.
The Railway Museum is just across the street and is filled with very interesting
historical displays and photos, making the town of Tolga well worth a visit.
Kairi
The town of Kairi is most well known for its local arts and crafts.
It is home to Kairi Pottery, which features fine local work and a great variety of
products sold at a reasonable price.
For your arts and crafts, the Kairi Country Crafts Shop features handmade products
displaying the excellence if the local talent.
If passing through Kairi after a morning's outing, why not stop at the Kairi Hotel
which will offer a most satisfying lunch and welcome all its visitors.
Tinaroo
Tinaroo is a little township located near the Tinaroo Dam Wall.
It offers its visitors Café Pensini's, located at the dam lookout - hence great lake
views are available whilst you enjoy lunches at the Deckbar, light snacks, A'la'Carte
meals, morning and afternoon teas.
As for the lake itself, waterskiing is very popular as well as jetskiing, sailing
canoeing, fishing and swimming.
Also around the lake, there are picnic and barbeque areas as well as a boat ramp for
your convenience.
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