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Rich in history and stuffed with scenery like you've never witnessed before, swap the popular coastal route for a road less travelled next time you’re journeying north.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EFrom tiny country towns to huge outback skies, here’s how to drive the Great Inland Way in twelve days.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cb\u003EBest for:\u003C/b\u003E Inland adventurers, history buffs, nature lovers, stargazers\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cb style=\"\"\u003ENearest Airports:\u003C/b\u003E Sydney Airport, Dubbo Airport, Emerald Airport, Cairns Airport\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cb\u003EWhen to go:\u003C/b\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cul\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cb\u003EApril–October\u003C/b\u003E for cooler days, clear nights, and top road-tripping conditions\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cb\u003ENovember–March\u003C/b\u003E only if you’re prepared for hot, dry weather and long distances between stops\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003C/ul\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cb\u003EBefore you go\u003C/b\u003E\u003Cbr /\u003E\r\nYou’ll cover some big kilometres on this inland run, and road conditions can change quickly. Check out \u003Ca href=\"https://www.racq.com.au/articles/road-safety/regional-road-safety?cmpid=GR:RA:TR:TRP:PAR:BKT:teq-article-July25\" title=\"RACQ safety tips\" target=\"_self\"\u003Eregional road safety tips from RACQ\u003C/a\u003E before you go so you’re set for a safe and smooth drive.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n","dayMediaSrc":"","layoutVariation":"fullWidth","componentID":"drive-itinerary_629607578","rteText":"\u003Cp\u003EStart your Great Inland Way journey at the NSW border, rolling past golden fields, gum forests and sun-bleached towns.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EFirst stop: \u003Ca title=\"Hebel\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destination-information/p-56b25e12d5f1565045da0a65-hebel\" target=\"_self\"\u003EHebel\u003C/a\u003E, where the Kelly gang once hid out at the historic \u003Ca title=\"Hebel Hotel\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/plan-your-holiday/accommodation/p-62d4d4fa8149c16365217875-hebel-hotel-and-general-store\" target=\"_self\"\u003EHebel Hotel\u003C/a\u003E. Then hit \u003Ca title=\"Nindigully Pub\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/food-and-drink/bars/outback-queensland-pub-guide\" target=\"_self\"\u003ENindigully\u003C/a\u003E Pub, home to Queensland’s longest-running liquor licence and the legendary 14kg ‘Road Train’ burger.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EBy mid-afternoon, pull into \u003Ca title=\"St George\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destination-information/p-56b25dab2880253d74c4518d-st-george\" target=\"_self\"\u003ESt George\u003C/a\u003E for riverside fishing or a wine-and-cotton tour at \u003Ca title=\"Riversands Vineyard\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/food-and-drink/p-58d35a4cf1cb76b0239ece1f-riversands-vineyards\" target=\"_self\"\u003ERiversands Vineyards\u003C/a\u003E. End the day with a \u003Ca title=\"Sandytown River Cruises\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/tours/p-614a67f7af12ffa6662f81c6-sandytown-river-cruises\" target=\"_self\"\u003Esunset cruise\u003C/a\u003E on the Balonne River, spotting native fish and birdlife, before bedding down at Pelican Rest Tourist Park – kangaroo and kookaburra wake-up calls included.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cb\u003EGood to know:\u003C/b\u003E Travelling by EV? Charge up at 28 Henry St, St George.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EKick off with a coffee&nbsp;from Farmhouse Café, then wander the&nbsp;\u003Ca title=\"St George Heritage Trail\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/attractions/p-5e27a36eab894001034e4b10-st-george-heritage-trail\" target=\"_self\"\u003ESt George Heritage Trail\u003C/a\u003E&nbsp;for a dose of local history.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EFollow the red dirt north to&nbsp;\u003Ca title=\"Roma\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destination-information/p-56b25da3aeeeaaf773cefb63-roma\"\u003ERoma\u003C/a\u003E, detouring through&nbsp;\u003Ca title=\"Surat\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destination-information/p-56b25d592880253d74c44ad8-surat\" target=\"_self\"\u003ESurat\u003C/a\u003E&nbsp;to explore the&nbsp;\u003Ca title=\"Cobb and Co Changing Station\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/attractions/p-56b25e857b935fbe730dd844-cobb--co-changing-station\" target=\"_self\"\u003ECobb &amp; Co Changing Station museum\u003C/a\u003E&nbsp;and riverside parklands.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EIn Roma, sample small-batch gin, vodka and rum at&nbsp;\u003Ca title=\"Western Queensland Spirit\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/food-and-drink/p-64818f1c99962b4c538a9fae-western-queensland-spirit\" target=\"_self\"\u003EWestern Queensland Spirit\u003C/a\u003E, go for a soak at the&nbsp;\u003Ca title=\"Great Artesian Spa\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/attractions/p-56b260512cbcbe7073ada581-great-artesian-spa\" target=\"_self\"\u003EThe Great Artesian Spa\u003C/a\u003E, before diving into the region’s oil and gas story at&nbsp;\u003Ca title=\"The Big Rig\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/attractions/p-59f6a61e0c7d2bad68fc6b00-the-big-rig--tower--tree-walk-and-oil-patch-museum\" target=\"_self\"\u003EThe Big Rig.\u003C/a\u003E&nbsp;Stick around for the night show’s&nbsp;\u003Ca title=\"A Day and Night at The Big Rig\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/attractions/p-5ec4cfe5e0eac2e92bf5ec00-a-day-and-night-at-the-big-rig\" target=\"_self\"\u003Esound-and-light spectacle\u003C/a\u003E, then bed down at&nbsp;\u003Ca title=\"Roma Central Motel\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/plan-your-holiday/accommodation/p-56b2664e7b935fbe730e546c-roma-central-motel\" target=\"_self\"\u003ERoma Central Motel.\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cb\u003EGood to know:&nbsp;\u003C/b\u003ERoma’s big events, like the races or&nbsp;\u003Ca title=\"Roma's Easter in the Country\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/events/p-56b2656baeeeaaf773cf82e9-romas-easter-in-the-country-festival\" target=\"_self\"\u003EEaster in the Country\u003C/a\u003E, book out fast – secure your stay early.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cb\u003EEV charging station:&nbsp;\u003C/b\u003E39 Wyndham Street Parking Lot, Roma.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cb\u003EBest time to visit:\u003C/b\u003E&nbsp;Time your visit on a Tuesday to catch&nbsp;\u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/attractions/p-6459e219c836cd5677a58ef5-roma-saleyard\" title=\"Roma Salesyard\" target=\"_self\"\u003ERoma’s famous cattle sales\u003C/a\u003E; this is Australia’s largest cattle selling centre with over 400,000 cattle passing through each year.&nbsp;\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003ESpend the rest of the morning exploring the town. Walk along the heritage-listed Heroes' Avenue, planted with more than 100 bottle trees in memory of local ANZAC heroes, including a visit to Roma’s largest bottle tree.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cb\u003EUnique stay:\u003C/b\u003E&nbsp;\u003Ca title=\"Wallaroo Outback Retreat\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/plan-your-holiday/accommodation/p-5bd8d19cb29b1d69603c070a-wallaroo-outback-retreat\" target=\"_self\"\u003EWallaroo Outback Retreat\u003C/a\u003E&nbsp;awaits on a 72,000-acre cattle property in the Carnarvon Ranges. Settle into your glamping tent, wander the bush, try your luck catching yabbies, or sip wine by the fire under the stars.&nbsp;While you’re here, jump on a&nbsp;\u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/tours/p-57959d8ca1bb8a2f31f5693f-boobook-explore\" target=\"_self\"\u003EBoobook Explore\u003C/a\u003E&nbsp;tour for exclusive access to hidden caves, ancient rock art and breathtaking valley landscapes across the Wallaroo property – secret spots you’d never stumble across without a local guide.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EIt’d be a real shame to spend time on Wallaroo Station without exploring its nooks and crannies and&nbsp;\u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/tours/p-57959d8ca1bb8a2f31f5693f-boobook-explore\" title=\"BooBook explore Wallaroo Station tour\" target=\"_self\"\u003Ea tour is your only chance\u003C/a\u003E&nbsp;to explore this privately owned land. Jump in the 4WD and step back in time through millennia to explore a slice of Queensland that is captured in time: your local guides will introduce you to cycad groves, striking rock formations and Indigenous rock art – wonders few eyes see – imparting deeper meaning about the environment and agriculture along the way.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cb\u003ENext stop:\u003C/b\u003E&nbsp;\u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/places-to-see/destinations/capricorn/carnarvon-gorge.html\" title=\"Carnarvon Gorge\" target=\"_self\"\u003ECarnarvon Gorge\u003C/a\u003E,&nbsp;think towering sandstone cliffs, mossy green creeks, and ancient Indigenous rock art hidden in caves. There's a range of options on where to sleep, though&nbsp;\u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/plan-your-holiday/accommodation/p-56b25ed3d5f1565045da18f9-carnarvon-gorge-wilderness-lodge\" title=\"Carnarvon Gorge Wilderness Lodge\" target=\"_self\"\u003ECarnarvon Gorge Wilderness Lodge\u003C/a\u003E&nbsp;is closest to the action, with ensuited&nbsp;safari-style cabins set among native trees. Bonus: they also have EV charging stations. Base yourself here for the next two nights or check out&nbsp;\u003Ca title=\"Sandstone Park Carnarvon Gorge\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/plan-your-holiday/accommodation/p-59ed26f0d7ba937b2a67646a-sandstone-park-carnarvon-gorge\" target=\"_self\"\u003ESandstone Park Carnarvon Gorge\u003C/a\u003E&nbsp;for a more wallet-friendly stay.&nbsp;\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003ENestled in the Central Highlands, Carnarvon Gorge is Mother Nature’s masterpiece: soaring sandstone cliffs, natural amphitheatres and cliff walls adorned with ancient Indigenous engravings and paintings.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EGuide to the best&nbsp;\u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/adventure/walking-hiking-adventure-queensland/best-hikes-in-carnarvon-gorge.html\" title=\"best day walks and hikes in Carnarvon Gorge GUIDE\" target=\"_self\"\u003Ewalking tracks\u003C/a\u003E&nbsp;that follow the edge of Carnarvon Creek and hit up some of the best views in the park, with the 19km Big Bend track the most popular – a full day walk that takes in the main attractions.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EGreat tour option&nbsp;-&nbsp;\u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/tours/p-56b26413aeeeaaf773cf71c6-carnarvon-gorge-eco-tours\" title=\"Carnarvon Gorge Eco Tours\" target=\"_self\"\u003ECarnarvon Gorge Eco Tours\u003C/a\u003E&nbsp;offers guided walks for those who want to better understand the flora and fauna as they wander.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cb\u003ESerious hiking challenge:\u003C/b\u003E&nbsp;\u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/experiences/nature-and-wildlife/national-parks/how-to-do-carnarvon-national-park\" title=\"how to do carnarvon national park\" target=\"_self\"\u003ECarnarvon Gorge Great Walk\u003C/a\u003E; 84kms of breathtaking, and remote walking track. Boolimba Bluff, Mickey Creek Gorge, Cathedral Cave and Big Bend; all icons of the natural world, each worthy of your time. A few days in this remote paradise will fly by.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EStart with an epic 4x4 tag-along tour with \u003Ca title=\"Azure Nature Tours\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/tours/p-6278a683b95037fa5105c4f8-central-queensland-nature-tours\" target=\"_self\"\u003EAzure Nature Tours\u003C/a\u003E – five hours of off-road thrills, jaw-dropping cliffs, Nyanda Station, and morning tea with a view.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EOn the way north, pull into \u003Ca title=\"Minerva National Park\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/attractions/p-56b25fb0d5f1565045da2a5f-minerva-hills-national-park\" target=\"_self\"\u003EMinerva Hills National Park\u003C/a\u003E for lunch at Eclipse Gap Lookout before rolling into \u003Ca title=\"Emerald\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destination-information/p-56b25d59d5f1565045d9faf0-emerald\" target=\"_self\"\u003EEmerald.\u003C/a\u003E Tick off the 25m-high Big Easel (Van Gogh’s \u003Ci\u003ESunflowers\u003C/i\u003E), wander the botanic gardens, and admire the heritage-listed railway station.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cb\u003EFeeling lucky?\u003C/b\u003E Try fossicking for sapphires in the nearby gem fields; yes, people still strike it rich.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EOvernight in Emerald or \u003Ca title=\"Rubyvale\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destination-information/p-56b25e72aeeeaaf773cf0af7-rubyvale\" target=\"_self\"\u003ERubyvale\u003C/a\u003E, with stays ranging from comfy motels to self-contained apartments.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cb\u003EEV charging stations: \u003C/b\u003EMorton Park - 5 Dundas St, Emerald; Midlander Motor Inn - 12 School Lane, Emerald.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EFrom one prospecting town to another, head north today from Emerald to&nbsp;\u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destination-information/p-56b25da5d5f1565045da011b-charters-towers\" title=\"Charters Towers\" target=\"_self\"\u003ECharters Towers\u003C/a\u003E. The beauty of a Great Inland Way road trip is how small spots you find along the way can make a big impact.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EOne such place is&nbsp;\u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/attractions/p-56b260072cbcbe7073ad9ef6-peak-range-lookout--capella\" title=\"Peak Range National Park\" target=\"_self\"\u003EPeak Range National Park\u003C/a\u003E, under two hours’ drive from Emerald.&nbsp;\u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/experiences/nature-and-wildlife/12-national-parks-youve-never-heard-of\" title=\"under the radar queensland national parks\" target=\"_self\"\u003EIt’s little known\u003C/a\u003E&nbsp;but undeniably impressive, with towering volcanic peaks the remnants of eruptions between 29 and 32 million years ago.&nbsp;\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EThere are plenty of walks and lookouts to choose from, but if you only do one, make it&nbsp;\u003Ca title=\"Wolfang Peak\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destination-information/p-63fffb08e063ae0c40753afd-wolfang-peak\" target=\"_self\"\u003EWolfang Peak\u003C/a\u003E. The one-hour climb to its 572-metre summit rewards hikers with sweeping 360-degree views across surrounding farmland and national park. Keep an eye out for a colony of bats tucked into a small cave along the way, and giant St Andrew’s spiders near the top.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EArriving in Charters Towers&nbsp;in the early afternoon, spend a few hours learning about&nbsp;\u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destinations/townsville/things-to-do-charters-towers.html\" title=\"best things to do in Charters Towers LIST\" target=\"_self\"\u003Eghosts, gold, and grandeur\u003C/a\u003E. Thanks to the gold rush in the 1800s, the city’s heritage architecture is a step back in time.&nbsp;\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EJust outside of town, learn about the region’s gold rush at&nbsp;\u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/tours/p-6094998276cc9741561f37ef-charters-towers-venus-gold-battery\" title=\"Venus Gold Battery Charters Towers\" target=\"_self\"\u003Ethe Venus Gold Battery\u003C/a\u003E&nbsp;- the largest surviving Battery relic in Australia.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EFor history buffs&nbsp;who want to know why this is&nbsp;\u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/arts-and-culture/history-heritage-and-landmarks/heritage-towns-in-queensland.html\" title=\"historic Queensland towns to explore\" target=\"_self\"\u003Eone of Queensland’s most historical towns\u003C/a\u003E, be sure to catch the sunset from the top of&nbsp;\u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/things-to-do/attractions/p-56b25f9b7b935fbe730def69-towers-hill-lookout-and-amphitheatre\" title=\"Towers Hill Lookout and Amphitheatre Charters Towers\" target=\"_self\"\u003ETowers Hill\u003C/a\u003E&nbsp;and the outdoor “Ghosts After Dark” show. Then, check into&nbsp;\u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/plan-your-holiday/accommodation/p-57edbb0ac15ee9960bffae3c-charters-towers-tourist-park-gday-park\" title=\"Charters Towers Tourist Park\" target=\"_self\"\u003ECharters Towers Tourist Park\u003C/a\u003E&nbsp;or serviced apartments at&nbsp;\u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/plan-your-holiday/accommodation/p-57a7f6fad705e79c58a3a8d7-kernow-charters-towers\" title=\"Kernow Charters Towers\" target=\"_self\"\u003EKernow Charters Towers\u003C/a\u003E&nbsp;–&nbsp;great launch pads to discover the area's main attractions.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cb\u003EEV charging stations:\u003C/b\u003E&nbsp;Charters Towers Toyota - 10 Millchester Rd, Queenton;&nbsp;Dalrymple Tourist Van Park -&nbsp;&nbsp;24 Dalrymple Road Charters Towers.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cb\u003EWild west:\u003C/b\u003E If it already feels like you’re in the Wild West, just wait until your 9am call time at&nbsp;\u003Ca title=\"Texas Longhorn Tours\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/attractions/p-56b2612eaeeeaaf773cf4404-texas-longhorn-tours\" target=\"_self\"\u003ETexas Longhorn Tours\u003C/a\u003E: it’s a safari experience like no other. Longhorn safaris run daily, except Wednesdays when guests can explore by horse-drawn wagon.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EYou’re now entering&nbsp;\u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/experiences/country-and-outback/north-west-queensland-guide\" title=\"North West Queensland guide\" target=\"_self\"\u003ENorth West Queensland territory\u003C/a\u003E: where the landscape takes on an altogether more dramatic turn. Remote, rugged, and millions of years in the making, the backdrop here is picture-perfect.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cb\u003EA must-do experience\u003C/b\u003E:&nbsp;A four-hour drive north will take you to&nbsp;\u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/attractions/p-56b25fe2aeeeaaf773cf285c-undara-volcanic-national-park\" title=\"Undara Volcanic National Park\" target=\"_self\"\u003EUndara Volcanic National Park\u003C/a\u003E; a vision of lush tropical forests and soaring rock formations residing on the McBride Plateau. The Aboriginal word for ‘long way’, the park houses one of&nbsp;\u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/plan-your-holiday/itineraries/how-to-do-undara-volcanic-national-park-in-4-days.html\" title=\"Undara National Park itinerary\" target=\"_self\"\u003Elongest lava tube\u003C/a\u003E&nbsp;cave systems in the world and is accessible via guided walks.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003ETime your arrival&nbsp;to join&nbsp;\u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/tours/p-60bbfcf6b2bbc1be65313c81-discovery-experiences--undara\" title=\"Undara Lava Tubes\" target=\"_self\"\u003EDiscovery Experience\u003C/a\u003E’s Wildlife at Sunset tour, where you’ll take in the views from Sunset Bluff – spotting kangaroos, wallabies and native birds, then walk through the magnificent Barkers Cave to get a chance to spot the thousands of rare micro-bats who inhabit the area.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cb\u003EStay the night:&nbsp;\u003C/b\u003ETo get the full experience, stay onsite at&nbsp;\u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/plan-your-holiday/accommodation/p-56b25d7a2cbcbe7073ad6ca1-discovery-resorts--undara\" title=\"Discovery Resorts Undara\" target=\"_self\"\u003EDiscovery Resorts\u003C/a\u003E. The accommodation (complete with an EV charging station) - from restored train carriages, swag tents, campsites and homestead lodging - is set amongst prime national park bushland, meaning sunrise wake up calls and an orchestra of kookaburras accompany a hearty bush breakfast.&nbsp;\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003ELava tube tour:&nbsp;This landscape formed approximately 190,000 years ago when a volcanic eruption spewed molten lava down a dry riverbed. The outer layer formed a crust, and when the lava below drained away, a series of long, hollow tubes remained. It’s these tubes that can now be explored on foot with a guide through&nbsp;\u003Ca title=\"Undara Experience\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/tours/p-60bbfcf6b2bbc1be65313c81-discovery-experiences--undara\" target=\"_self\"\u003EUndara Experience\u003C/a\u003E&nbsp;and&nbsp;\u003Ca title=\"Undara Lava Tubes Tours\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/tours/p-6902a4d8cc7330036ff1c5d4-undara-lava-tube-tours\" target=\"_self\"\u003EUndara Lava Tube Tours\u003C/a\u003E.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EHeading north&nbsp;east to the&nbsp;Atherton Tablelands, stop in at Queensland’s highest altitude town,&nbsp;\u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/plan-your-holiday/information-services/p-56b260c42cbcbe7073adae39-ravenshoe-visitor-centre\" title=\"Ravenshoe, Atherton Tablelands\" target=\"_self\"\u003ERavenshoe\u003C/a\u003E. It’s better than the average spot for lunch, and the Ravenshoe Hotel makes brag-worthy schnitzels. It’s also home to&nbsp;\u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/attractions/p-56b25fe07b935fbe730df44d-millstream-falls-national-park\" title=\"Millstream Falls\" target=\"_self\"\u003EMillstream Falls\u003C/a\u003E, which sits just outside town, and with three walking tracks to choose from, an ideal way to walk off lunch.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EWaterfall chasers&nbsp;are in the right neck of the woods, too, with&nbsp;\u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/plan-your-holiday/itineraries/atherton-tablelands-waterfall-circuit-itinerary\" title=\"Waterfall Circuit Atherton Tablelands\" target=\"_self\"\u003Ethe magnificent waterfall circuit\u003C/a\u003E&nbsp;taking in Millaa&nbsp;Millaa, Zillie and Elinjaa Falls in a 100km journey. For a more off-the-beaten-track adventure, hike a lush 6km return circuit trail to&nbsp;\u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/attractions/p-5de83d83d9f4d08e26b8ab03-nandroya-falls\" title=\"Nandroya Falls\" target=\"_self\"\u003ENandroya Falls\u003C/a\u003E&nbsp;where you can swim in the middle of the rainforest. Alternatively, you can soak up the sun and cool waters of&nbsp;\u003Ca title=\"Lake Eacham, Crater Lakes National Park\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/attractions/p-56b25fb52cbcbe7073ad9877-lake-eacham-crater-lakes-national-park\" target=\"_self\"\u003ELake Eacham in Crater Lakes National Park\u003C/a\u003E.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EOne for the geologists,&nbsp;this 65-metre deep lake is a maar - a volcanic crater formed by massive explosions from the superheating of groundwater - and is home to over 180 bird species and musky rat-kangaroos.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EBut it’s not just the flora and fauna that make the Atherton Tablelands famous, the region is renowned for its food and drink, making it almost too tempting not to spend a few extra days here. Do it right with&nbsp;\u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/food-and-drink/restaurants-and-cafes/atherton-tablelands-food-itinerary.html\" title=\"where to eat on the Atherton Tablelands\" target=\"_self\"\u003Ethis itinerary for grazing your way across the tablelands\u003C/a\u003E.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cb\u003EGood to know:&nbsp;\u003C/b\u003EBudding mountain bikers will revel in the trails at&nbsp;\u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/adventure/cycling/mountain-biking-cairns\" title=\"mountain biking cairns\" target=\"_self\"\u003EDavies Creek Mountain Bike Park\u003C/a\u003E. Just east of Mareeba on the slopes of&nbsp;\u003Ca title=\"Lambs Head (Kahlpahlim Rock)\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/attractions/p-5d77028b5a785ae458f037c1-lambs-head-kahlpahlim-rock\" target=\"_self\"\u003ELamb Range,\u003C/a\u003E&nbsp;the 24km network is a great way to experience the landscape and get your heart racing too.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cb\u003EBucket list experience:\u003C/b\u003E&nbsp;Ditch the car this morning, opting to take in sunrise from new heights on a sunrise hot air balloon ride high above the region’s rolling hills and rainforest.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EBack on solid ground, make sure to pay a visit to&nbsp;\u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/food-and-drink/p-56b26428d5f1565045da78c8-skybury-cafe-and-roastery\" title=\"Skybury Cafe and Roastery Mareeba\" target=\"_self\"\u003ESkybury Cafe and Roastery\u003C/a\u003E&nbsp;for breakfast and one of the best cups of coffee you’ll find in our tropical north. Skybury is Australia’s oldest coffee plantation, having grown Arabica beans on the rich soils of the Tablelands since 1987.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EWant to know more about the region’s history? Explore the&nbsp;\u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/attractions/p-5b516996372ef94713b4c963-mareeba-heritage-museum\" title=\"Mareeba Heritage Museum\" target=\"_self\"\u003EMareeba Heritage Museum\u003C/a\u003E&nbsp;before you head back out into nature.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cb\u003EGood to know:&nbsp;\u003C/b\u003ESample locally made chocolate and liqueurs while your EV charges at Coffee Works -&nbsp;136 Mason St, Mareeba.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cb\u003EFancy a dip?&nbsp;\u003C/b\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/attractions/p-56b25facaeeeaaf773cf238a-emerald-creek-dinden-west-forest-reserve\" title=\"Emerald Creek Falls\" target=\"_self\"\u003EEmerald Creek Falls\u003C/a\u003E&nbsp;is one of the most enchanting spots for&nbsp;\u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/experiences/nature-and-wildlife/waterfalls/wild-swimming-tropical-north-queensland\" title=\"wild swimming tropical north queensland\" target=\"_self\"\u003Ewild swimming\u003C/a\u003E, year-round. Cascading water washes over granite boulders to form a series of swimming holes surrounded by eucalypts, and between soaks you can wander to the lookout for views across the valley.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cb\u003EWaterfalls and swimming holes:&nbsp;\u003C/b\u003EDedicate any spare time this afternoon to any waterfalls and swimming holes you might have missed yesterday, and be sure to stop by any roadside farm stands to add to tonight’s cookup back at&nbsp;\u003Ca title=\"Wild Nature Lodge\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/plan-your-holiday/accommodation/p-68ae5c6be302bbaf10f01fd7-wild-nature-lodge\" target=\"_self\"\u003EWild Nature Lodge\u003C/a\u003E. Totally awe-struck? Pause your Great Inland Way road trip here to&nbsp;\u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/plan-your-holiday/itineraries/atherton-tablelands-waterfall-circuit-itinerary\" title=\"waterfall circuit atherton tablelands\" target=\"_self\"\u003Espend more time among the beauty of Atherton Tablelands\u003C/a\u003E.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EHead north towards your final destination of&nbsp;\u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destination-information/p-56b25da62cbcbe7073ad7092-cooktown\" title=\"Cooktown\" target=\"_self\"\u003ECooktown\u003C/a\u003E, along the Mulligan Highway. Pass through the quaint townships of&nbsp;\u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/places-to-see/destination-information/p-56b2604a2880253d74c489de-mount-molloy\" title=\"Mount Molloy, Atherton Tablelands\" target=\"_self\"\u003EMount Molloy\u003C/a\u003E&nbsp;and Mount Carbine on the edges of Kuranda State Forest and&nbsp;\u003Ca title=\"Mount Lewis National Park\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/attractions/p-56b25fe12880253d74c4805a-mount-lewis-national-park\" target=\"_self\"\u003EMount Lewis National Park\u003C/a\u003E, then stop at the world famous Lion’s Den Hotel for lunch. Operating since 1875, pubs don’t get more authentic than is old Queensland gal, boasting personality in spades - both the building and the clientele.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EA stay you won’t forget:&nbsp;Arrive as early as possible at tonight’s accommodation, a triple threat of eco-safari tents, beautiful bushland, and immersive Indigenous cultural experiences set alongside&nbsp;\u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/attractions/p-56b25fa9d5f1565045da29ab-kalkajaka-national-park-cypal\" title=\"Kalkajaka (Black Mountain) National Park\" target=\"_self\"\u003EKalkajaka (Black Mountain) National Park\u003C/a\u003E.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Ca title=\"Rossville Retreat\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/plan-your-holiday/accommodation/p-67a97e2b781a44604e5537cd-rossville-retreat\" target=\"_self\"\u003ERossville Retreat\u003C/a\u003E&nbsp;tours offers a unique opportunity to learn more about Aboriginal culture. You’ll be welcomed to Country in Kuku Nyungkul language with a smoking ceremony, introduced to bush tucker and natural medicines on a bushwalk, followed by sharing of Dreamtime stories and traditions. It’s an experience that will stay with you as you continue to explore further into&nbsp;\u003Ca title=\"Cape York\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destinations/cairns-and-great-barrier-reef/cape-york\" target=\"_self\"\u003ECape York\u003C/a\u003E.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EYour final day&nbsp;on the Great Inland Way is an easy rider –&nbsp;\u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destination-information/p-56b25da62cbcbe7073ad7092-cooktown\" title=\"Cooktown\" target=\"_self\"\u003ECooktown\u003C/a\u003E&nbsp;is just a half-an-hour hop up the road.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EBut take the scenic route&nbsp;and pull over at the lookout on the edge of&nbsp;\u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/things-to-do/attractions/p-56b25fa9d5f1565045da29ab-black-mountain-kalkajaka-national-park\" title=\"Kalkajaka National Park Cooktown\" target=\"_self\"\u003EKalkajaka National Park\u003C/a\u003E. The park itself boasts a deep connection to local Aboriginal culture, with its huge black granite boulders an important meeting place for the Eastern Kuku Yalanji Aboriginal people. This site is the source of many Dreaming stories. Trust us, there’s few places more magical to stretch the legs and take in the views.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cb\u003EStay a little longer:\u003C/b\u003E&nbsp;Once you’ve arrived in town, settle in before figuring out how to&nbsp;\u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/plan-your-holiday/itineraries/48-hours-in-cooktown.html\" title=\"48 hours in Cooktown\" target=\"_self\"\u003Eextend your stay\u003C/a\u003E&nbsp;or prep for an onward journey to&nbsp;\u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/plan-your-holiday/road-trips/cape-york-4wd-family-road-trip.html\" title=\"Cape York family road trip\" target=\"_self\"\u003ECape York\u003C/a\u003E; there’s&nbsp;\u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destinations/cairns-and-great-barrier-reef/cape-york/things-to-do-cooktown\" title=\"things to do cooktown\" target=\"_self\"\u003Eso much to do in this remote pocket of Queensland\u003C/a\u003E.&nbsp;If you have a day to spare,&nbsp;\u003Ca title=\"Culture Connect\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/tours/p-5ab074a5438884f448295358-culture-connect\" target=\"_self\"\u003ECulture Connect's\u003C/a\u003E&nbsp;Normanby Station Aboriginal Rock Art and Rangers tour is one you shouldn't miss.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EVisit Grassy Hill Lookout, the and the&nbsp;Cooktown Botanic Gardens, then walk to the&nbsp;\u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/attractions/p-5aaa2199b92158ca3ef58db5-milbi-wall-the-story-wall.html\" title=\"Milbi Wall (The Story Wall) Cooktown\" target=\"_self\"\u003EMilbi Wall\u003C/a\u003E. Overlooking the mouth of the Endeavour River, the Milbi Wall memorial was designed by local Indigenous storytellers, telling of the Guugu Yimithirr people and their experience of Cook’s landing.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EAs the afternoon light dips into golden hour, cruise along the Endeavour River with&nbsp;\u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/tours/p-5dde214ce0880e9535a602d9-riverbend-tours\" title=\"Riverbend Tours cooktown\" target=\"_self\"\u003ERiverbend Tours\u003C/a\u003E. You’ll get a front row seat to the glowing harbour before heading upstream to witness sunset over the ranges – all the while learning Cooktown’s rich history from the Guugu Yimmidhar to Cook’s journey along the Cape.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cb\u003EGood to know:&nbsp;\u003C/b\u003Etime your visit to Cooktown in June to experience the&nbsp;\u003Ca title=\"Cooktown Discovery Festival\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/events/p-5ee97e9592a0d02477882628-cooktown-discovery-festival\" target=\"_self\"\u003ECooktown Discovery Festival\u003C/a\u003E, where each year Captain Cook’s landing and first interaction with the Indigenous Guugu Yimithirr people is re-enacted, with support through&nbsp;\u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/attractions/p-627b131f8b5484462edfda5d-cooktown-museum\" title=\"Cooktown Museum\" target=\"_self\"\u003ECooktown Museum\u003C/a\u003E&nbsp;– another must-see while you’re here.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cb\u003ECheck in:&nbsp;\u003C/b\u003EThe Sea View Motel to finish your Great Inland Way road trip in style. Cooktown’s only waterfront accommodation, the family-owned motel is in the heart of the action. Or, if you need your charge your wheels for the night, grab a cottage at Milkwood Lodge in town.&nbsp;\u003C/p\u003E\r\n","days":[{"dayTitle":"Hebel to St George","dayMediaSrc":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/outback-queensland/blog-images/2024_OUT_StGeorge_SandytownRiverCruises_CountryLIfe_JesseLindemann_155443.jpg","dayHeadlineColor":null,"mediaType":"image","segments":[{"segmentTitle":"","segmentDescription":"\u003Cp\u003EStart your Great Inland Way journey at the NSW border, rolling past golden fields, gum forests and sun-bleached towns.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EFirst stop: \u003Ca title=\"Hebel\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destination-information/p-56b25e12d5f1565045da0a65-hebel\" target=\"_self\"\u003EHebel\u003C/a\u003E, where the Kelly gang once hid out at the historic \u003Ca title=\"Hebel Hotel\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/plan-your-holiday/accommodation/p-62d4d4fa8149c16365217875-hebel-hotel-and-general-store\" target=\"_self\"\u003EHebel Hotel\u003C/a\u003E. Then hit \u003Ca title=\"Nindigully Pub\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/food-and-drink/bars/outback-queensland-pub-guide\" target=\"_self\"\u003ENindigully\u003C/a\u003E Pub, home to Queensland’s longest-running liquor licence and the legendary 14kg ‘Road Train’ burger.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EBy mid-afternoon, pull into \u003Ca title=\"St George\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destination-information/p-56b25dab2880253d74c4518d-st-george\" target=\"_self\"\u003ESt George\u003C/a\u003E for riverside fishing or a wine-and-cotton tour at \u003Ca title=\"Riversands Vineyard\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/food-and-drink/p-58d35a4cf1cb76b0239ece1f-riversands-vineyards\" target=\"_self\"\u003ERiversands Vineyards\u003C/a\u003E. End the day with a \u003Ca title=\"Sandytown River Cruises\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/tours/p-614a67f7af12ffa6662f81c6-sandytown-river-cruises\" target=\"_self\"\u003Esunset cruise\u003C/a\u003E on the Balonne River, spotting native fish and birdlife, before bedding down at Pelican Rest Tourist Park – kangaroo and kookaburra wake-up calls included.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cb\u003EGood to know:\u003C/b\u003E Travelling by EV? Charge up at 28 Henry St, St George.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n","segmentMediaSrc":"","productIds":["62d4d4fa8149c16365217875","58d35a4cf1cb76b0239ece1f","614a67f7af12ffa6662f81c6"]}]},{"dayTitle":"St George to Roma","dayMediaSrc":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/outback-queensland/web-images/155444-2024_OUT_StGeorge_StGeorgeHeritageTrail_JesseLindemann_0050-7.jpg","dayHeadlineColor":null,"mediaType":"image","segments":[{"segmentTitle":"","segmentDescription":"\u003Cp\u003EKick off with a coffee&nbsp;from Farmhouse Café, then wander the&nbsp;\u003Ca title=\"St George Heritage Trail\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/attractions/p-5e27a36eab894001034e4b10-st-george-heritage-trail\" target=\"_self\"\u003ESt George Heritage Trail\u003C/a\u003E&nbsp;for a dose of local history.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EFollow the red dirt north to&nbsp;\u003Ca title=\"Roma\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destination-information/p-56b25da3aeeeaaf773cefb63-roma\"\u003ERoma\u003C/a\u003E, detouring through&nbsp;\u003Ca title=\"Surat\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destination-information/p-56b25d592880253d74c44ad8-surat\" target=\"_self\"\u003ESurat\u003C/a\u003E&nbsp;to explore the&nbsp;\u003Ca title=\"Cobb and Co Changing Station\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/attractions/p-56b25e857b935fbe730dd844-cobb--co-changing-station\" target=\"_self\"\u003ECobb &amp; Co Changing Station museum\u003C/a\u003E&nbsp;and riverside parklands.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EIn Roma, sample small-batch gin, vodka and rum at&nbsp;\u003Ca title=\"Western Queensland Spirit\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/food-and-drink/p-64818f1c99962b4c538a9fae-western-queensland-spirit\" target=\"_self\"\u003EWestern Queensland Spirit\u003C/a\u003E, go for a soak at the&nbsp;\u003Ca title=\"Great Artesian Spa\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/attractions/p-56b260512cbcbe7073ada581-great-artesian-spa\" target=\"_self\"\u003EThe Great Artesian Spa\u003C/a\u003E, before diving into the region’s oil and gas story at&nbsp;\u003Ca title=\"The Big Rig\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/attractions/p-59f6a61e0c7d2bad68fc6b00-the-big-rig--tower--tree-walk-and-oil-patch-museum\" target=\"_self\"\u003EThe Big Rig.\u003C/a\u003E&nbsp;Stick around for the night show’s&nbsp;\u003Ca title=\"A Day and Night at The Big Rig\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/attractions/p-5ec4cfe5e0eac2e92bf5ec00-a-day-and-night-at-the-big-rig\" target=\"_self\"\u003Esound-and-light spectacle\u003C/a\u003E, then bed down at&nbsp;\u003Ca title=\"Roma Central Motel\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/plan-your-holiday/accommodation/p-56b2664e7b935fbe730e546c-roma-central-motel\" target=\"_self\"\u003ERoma Central Motel.\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cb\u003EGood to know:&nbsp;\u003C/b\u003ERoma’s big events, like the races or&nbsp;\u003Ca title=\"Roma's Easter in the Country\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/events/p-56b2656baeeeaaf773cf82e9-romas-easter-in-the-country-festival\" target=\"_self\"\u003EEaster in the Country\u003C/a\u003E, book out fast – secure your stay early.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cb\u003EEV charging station:&nbsp;\u003C/b\u003E39 Wyndham Street Parking Lot, Roma.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n","segmentMediaSrc":"","productIds":["5e27a36eab894001034e4b10","64818f1c99962b4c538a9fae","59f6a61e0c7d2bad68fc6b00"]}]},{"dayTitle":"Roma to Wallaroo Outback Retreat","dayMediaSrc":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/outback-queensland/blog-images/2024_OUT_Roma_RomaSaleyards_CountryLife_JesseLindemann_155424.jpg","dayHeadlineColor":null,"mediaType":"image","segments":[{"segmentTitle":"","segmentDescription":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cb\u003EBest time to visit:\u003C/b\u003E&nbsp;Time your visit on a Tuesday to catch&nbsp;\u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/attractions/p-6459e219c836cd5677a58ef5-roma-saleyard\" title=\"Roma Salesyard\" target=\"_self\"\u003ERoma’s famous cattle sales\u003C/a\u003E; this is Australia’s largest cattle selling centre with over 400,000 cattle passing through each year.&nbsp;\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003ESpend the rest of the morning exploring the town. Walk along the heritage-listed Heroes' Avenue, planted with more than 100 bottle trees in memory of local ANZAC heroes, including a visit to Roma’s largest bottle tree.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cb\u003EUnique stay:\u003C/b\u003E&nbsp;\u003Ca title=\"Wallaroo Outback Retreat\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/plan-your-holiday/accommodation/p-5bd8d19cb29b1d69603c070a-wallaroo-outback-retreat\" target=\"_self\"\u003EWallaroo Outback Retreat\u003C/a\u003E&nbsp;awaits on a 72,000-acre cattle property in the Carnarvon Ranges. Settle into your glamping tent, wander the bush, try your luck catching yabbies, or sip wine by the fire under the stars.&nbsp;While you’re here, jump on a&nbsp;\u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/tours/p-57959d8ca1bb8a2f31f5693f-boobook-explore\" target=\"_self\"\u003EBoobook Explore\u003C/a\u003E&nbsp;tour for exclusive access to hidden caves, ancient rock art and breathtaking valley landscapes across the Wallaroo property – secret spots you’d never stumble across without a local guide.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n","segmentMediaSrc":"","productIds":["6459e219c836cd5677a58ef5","5bd8d19cb29b1d69603c070a","57959d8ca1bb8a2f31f5693f"]}]},{"dayTitle":"Wallaroo Outback Retreat to Carnarvon Gorge","dayMediaSrc":null,"dayHeadlineColor":null,"mediaType":"image","segments":[{"segmentTitle":"","segmentDescription":"\u003Cp\u003EIt’d be a real shame to spend time on Wallaroo Station without exploring its nooks and crannies and&nbsp;\u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/tours/p-57959d8ca1bb8a2f31f5693f-boobook-explore\" title=\"BooBook explore Wallaroo Station tour\" target=\"_self\"\u003Ea tour is your only chance\u003C/a\u003E&nbsp;to explore this privately owned land. Jump in the 4WD and step back in time through millennia to explore a slice of Queensland that is captured in time: your local guides will introduce you to cycad groves, striking rock formations and Indigenous rock art – wonders few eyes see – imparting deeper meaning about the environment and agriculture along the way.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cb\u003ENext stop:\u003C/b\u003E&nbsp;\u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/places-to-see/destinations/capricorn/carnarvon-gorge.html\" title=\"Carnarvon Gorge\" target=\"_self\"\u003ECarnarvon Gorge\u003C/a\u003E,&nbsp;think towering sandstone cliffs, mossy green creeks, and ancient Indigenous rock art hidden in caves. There's a range of options on where to sleep, though&nbsp;\u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/plan-your-holiday/accommodation/p-56b25ed3d5f1565045da18f9-carnarvon-gorge-wilderness-lodge\" title=\"Carnarvon Gorge Wilderness Lodge\" target=\"_self\"\u003ECarnarvon Gorge Wilderness Lodge\u003C/a\u003E&nbsp;is closest to the action, with ensuited&nbsp;safari-style cabins set among native trees. Bonus: they also have EV charging stations. Base yourself here for the next two nights or check out&nbsp;\u003Ca title=\"Sandstone Park Carnarvon Gorge\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/plan-your-holiday/accommodation/p-59ed26f0d7ba937b2a67646a-sandstone-park-carnarvon-gorge\" target=\"_self\"\u003ESandstone Park Carnarvon Gorge\u003C/a\u003E&nbsp;for a more wallet-friendly stay.&nbsp;\u003C/p\u003E\r\n","segmentMediaSrc":"","productIds":["57959d8ca1bb8a2f31f5693f","56b25ed3d5f1565045da18f9","59ed26f0d7ba937b2a67646a"]}]},{"dayTitle":"Carnarvon Gorge","dayMediaSrc":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/southern-queensland-country/blog-images/2024_QC_CarnarvonGorge_JesseLindemann_155471.jpg","dayHeadlineColor":null,"mediaType":"image","segments":[{"segmentTitle":"","segmentDescription":"\u003Cp\u003ENestled in the Central Highlands, Carnarvon Gorge is Mother Nature’s masterpiece: soaring sandstone cliffs, natural amphitheatres and cliff walls adorned with ancient Indigenous engravings and paintings.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EGuide to the best&nbsp;\u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/adventure/walking-hiking-adventure-queensland/best-hikes-in-carnarvon-gorge.html\" title=\"best day walks and hikes in Carnarvon Gorge GUIDE\" target=\"_self\"\u003Ewalking tracks\u003C/a\u003E&nbsp;that follow the edge of Carnarvon Creek and hit up some of the best views in the park, with the 19km Big Bend track the most popular – a full day walk that takes in the main attractions.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EGreat tour option&nbsp;-&nbsp;\u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/tours/p-56b26413aeeeaaf773cf71c6-carnarvon-gorge-eco-tours\" title=\"Carnarvon Gorge Eco Tours\" target=\"_self\"\u003ECarnarvon Gorge Eco Tours\u003C/a\u003E&nbsp;offers guided walks for those who want to better understand the flora and fauna as they wander.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cb\u003ESerious hiking challenge:\u003C/b\u003E&nbsp;\u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/experiences/nature-and-wildlife/national-parks/how-to-do-carnarvon-national-park\" title=\"how to do carnarvon national park\" target=\"_self\"\u003ECarnarvon Gorge Great Walk\u003C/a\u003E; 84kms of breathtaking, and remote walking track. Boolimba Bluff, Mickey Creek Gorge, Cathedral Cave and Big Bend; all icons of the natural world, each worthy of your time. A few days in this remote paradise will fly by.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n","segmentMediaSrc":"","productIds":["56b26413aeeeaaf773cf71c6"]}]},{"dayTitle":"Carnarvon Gorge to Emerald","dayMediaSrc":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/outback-queensland/blog-images/2024_OUT_Emerald_TheBigEasel_CountryLife_JesseLindemann_155422.jpg","dayHeadlineColor":null,"mediaType":"image","segments":[{"segmentTitle":"","segmentDescription":"\u003Cp\u003EStart with an epic 4x4 tag-along tour with \u003Ca title=\"Azure Nature Tours\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/tours/p-6278a683b95037fa5105c4f8-central-queensland-nature-tours\" target=\"_self\"\u003EAzure Nature Tours\u003C/a\u003E – five hours of off-road thrills, jaw-dropping cliffs, Nyanda Station, and morning tea with a view.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EOn the way north, pull into \u003Ca title=\"Minerva National Park\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/attractions/p-56b25fb0d5f1565045da2a5f-minerva-hills-national-park\" target=\"_self\"\u003EMinerva Hills National Park\u003C/a\u003E for lunch at Eclipse Gap Lookout before rolling into \u003Ca title=\"Emerald\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destination-information/p-56b25d59d5f1565045d9faf0-emerald\" target=\"_self\"\u003EEmerald.\u003C/a\u003E Tick off the 25m-high Big Easel (Van Gogh’s \u003Ci\u003ESunflowers\u003C/i\u003E), wander the botanic gardens, and admire the heritage-listed railway station.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cb\u003EFeeling lucky?\u003C/b\u003E Try fossicking for sapphires in the nearby gem fields; yes, people still strike it rich.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EOvernight in Emerald or \u003Ca title=\"Rubyvale\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destination-information/p-56b25e72aeeeaaf773cf0af7-rubyvale\" target=\"_self\"\u003ERubyvale\u003C/a\u003E, with stays ranging from comfy motels to self-contained apartments.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cb\u003EEV charging stations: \u003C/b\u003EMorton Park - 5 Dundas St, Emerald; Midlander Motor Inn - 12 School Lane, Emerald.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n","segmentMediaSrc":"","productIds":["6278a683b95037fa5105c4f8","56b25fb0d5f1565045da2a5f","56b25d59d5f1565045d9faf0"]}]},{"dayTitle":"Emerald to Charters Towers","dayMediaSrc":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/townsville/blog-images/2024_TSV_ChartersTowers_GoldtowerCentralWallofHistory_Outback_JesseLindemann)155605-23.jpg","dayHeadlineColor":null,"mediaType":"image","segments":[{"segmentTitle":"","segmentDescription":"\u003Cp\u003EFrom one prospecting town to another, head north today from Emerald to&nbsp;\u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destination-information/p-56b25da5d5f1565045da011b-charters-towers\" title=\"Charters Towers\" target=\"_self\"\u003ECharters Towers\u003C/a\u003E. The beauty of a Great Inland Way road trip is how small spots you find along the way can make a big impact.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EOne such place is&nbsp;\u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/attractions/p-56b260072cbcbe7073ad9ef6-peak-range-lookout--capella\" title=\"Peak Range National Park\" target=\"_self\"\u003EPeak Range National Park\u003C/a\u003E, under two hours’ drive from Emerald.&nbsp;\u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/experiences/nature-and-wildlife/12-national-parks-youve-never-heard-of\" title=\"under the radar queensland national parks\" target=\"_self\"\u003EIt’s little known\u003C/a\u003E&nbsp;but undeniably impressive, with towering volcanic peaks the remnants of eruptions between 29 and 32 million years ago.&nbsp;\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EThere are plenty of walks and lookouts to choose from, but if you only do one, make it&nbsp;\u003Ca title=\"Wolfang Peak\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destination-information/p-63fffb08e063ae0c40753afd-wolfang-peak\" target=\"_self\"\u003EWolfang Peak\u003C/a\u003E. The one-hour climb to its 572-metre summit rewards hikers with sweeping 360-degree views across surrounding farmland and national park. Keep an eye out for a colony of bats tucked into a small cave along the way, and giant St Andrew’s spiders near the top.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EArriving in Charters Towers&nbsp;in the early afternoon, spend a few hours learning about&nbsp;\u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destinations/townsville/things-to-do-charters-towers.html\" title=\"best things to do in Charters Towers LIST\" target=\"_self\"\u003Eghosts, gold, and grandeur\u003C/a\u003E. Thanks to the gold rush in the 1800s, the city’s heritage architecture is a step back in time.&nbsp;\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EJust outside of town, learn about the region’s gold rush at&nbsp;\u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/tours/p-6094998276cc9741561f37ef-charters-towers-venus-gold-battery\" title=\"Venus Gold Battery Charters Towers\" target=\"_self\"\u003Ethe Venus Gold Battery\u003C/a\u003E&nbsp;- the largest surviving Battery relic in Australia.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EFor history buffs&nbsp;who want to know why this is&nbsp;\u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/arts-and-culture/history-heritage-and-landmarks/heritage-towns-in-queensland.html\" title=\"historic Queensland towns to explore\" target=\"_self\"\u003Eone of Queensland’s most historical towns\u003C/a\u003E, be sure to catch the sunset from the top of&nbsp;\u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/things-to-do/attractions/p-56b25f9b7b935fbe730def69-towers-hill-lookout-and-amphitheatre\" title=\"Towers Hill Lookout and Amphitheatre Charters Towers\" target=\"_self\"\u003ETowers Hill\u003C/a\u003E&nbsp;and the outdoor “Ghosts After Dark” show. Then, check into&nbsp;\u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/plan-your-holiday/accommodation/p-57edbb0ac15ee9960bffae3c-charters-towers-tourist-park-gday-park\" title=\"Charters Towers Tourist Park\" target=\"_self\"\u003ECharters Towers Tourist Park\u003C/a\u003E&nbsp;or serviced apartments at&nbsp;\u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/plan-your-holiday/accommodation/p-57a7f6fad705e79c58a3a8d7-kernow-charters-towers\" title=\"Kernow Charters Towers\" target=\"_self\"\u003EKernow Charters Towers\u003C/a\u003E&nbsp;–&nbsp;great launch pads to discover the area's main attractions.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cb\u003EEV charging stations:\u003C/b\u003E&nbsp;Charters Towers Toyota - 10 Millchester Rd, Queenton;&nbsp;Dalrymple Tourist Van Park -&nbsp;&nbsp;24 Dalrymple Road Charters Towers.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n","segmentMediaSrc":"","productIds":["6094998276cc9741561f37ef","56b25f9b7b935fbe730def69"]}]},{"dayTitle":"Charters Towers to Undara","dayMediaSrc":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/townsville/blog-images/2024_TSV_ChartersTowers_TexasLonghornTours_Outback_JesseLindemann_155612.jpg","dayHeadlineColor":null,"mediaType":"image","segments":[{"segmentTitle":"","segmentDescription":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cb\u003EWild west:\u003C/b\u003E If it already feels like you’re in the Wild West, just wait until your 9am call time at&nbsp;\u003Ca title=\"Texas Longhorn Tours\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/attractions/p-56b2612eaeeeaaf773cf4404-texas-longhorn-tours\" target=\"_self\"\u003ETexas Longhorn Tours\u003C/a\u003E: it’s a safari experience like no other. Longhorn safaris run daily, except Wednesdays when guests can explore by horse-drawn wagon.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EYou’re now entering&nbsp;\u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/experiences/country-and-outback/north-west-queensland-guide\" title=\"North West Queensland guide\" target=\"_self\"\u003ENorth West Queensland territory\u003C/a\u003E: where the landscape takes on an altogether more dramatic turn. Remote, rugged, and millions of years in the making, the backdrop here is picture-perfect.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cb\u003EA must-do experience\u003C/b\u003E:&nbsp;A four-hour drive north will take you to&nbsp;\u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/attractions/p-56b25fe2aeeeaaf773cf285c-undara-volcanic-national-park\" title=\"Undara Volcanic National Park\" target=\"_self\"\u003EUndara Volcanic National Park\u003C/a\u003E; a vision of lush tropical forests and soaring rock formations residing on the McBride Plateau. The Aboriginal word for ‘long way’, the park houses one of&nbsp;\u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/plan-your-holiday/itineraries/how-to-do-undara-volcanic-national-park-in-4-days.html\" title=\"Undara National Park itinerary\" target=\"_self\"\u003Elongest lava tube\u003C/a\u003E&nbsp;cave systems in the world and is accessible via guided walks.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003ETime your arrival&nbsp;to join&nbsp;\u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/tours/p-60bbfcf6b2bbc1be65313c81-discovery-experiences--undara\" title=\"Undara Lava Tubes\" target=\"_self\"\u003EDiscovery Experience\u003C/a\u003E’s Wildlife at Sunset tour, where you’ll take in the views from Sunset Bluff – spotting kangaroos, wallabies and native birds, then walk through the magnificent Barkers Cave to get a chance to spot the thousands of rare micro-bats who inhabit the area.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cb\u003EStay the night:&nbsp;\u003C/b\u003ETo get the full experience, stay onsite at&nbsp;\u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/plan-your-holiday/accommodation/p-56b25d7a2cbcbe7073ad6ca1-discovery-resorts--undara\" title=\"Discovery Resorts Undara\" target=\"_self\"\u003EDiscovery Resorts\u003C/a\u003E. The accommodation (complete with an EV charging station) - from restored train carriages, swag tents, campsites and homestead lodging - is set amongst prime national park bushland, meaning sunrise wake up calls and an orchestra of kookaburras accompany a hearty bush breakfast.&nbsp;\u003C/p\u003E\r\n","segmentMediaSrc":"","productIds":["56b2612eaeeeaaf773cf4404","60bbfcf6b2bbc1be65313c81","56b25d7a2cbcbe7073ad6ca1"]}]},{"dayTitle":"Undara to Mareeba","dayMediaSrc":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/tropical-north-queensland/blog-images/2024_TNQ_UndaraVolcanicNationalPark_NaturalLandscapes_JesseLindemann_155551.jpg","dayHeadlineColor":null,"mediaType":"image","segments":[{"segmentTitle":"","segmentDescription":"\u003Cp\u003ELava tube tour:&nbsp;This landscape formed approximately 190,000 years ago when a volcanic eruption spewed molten lava down a dry riverbed. The outer layer formed a crust, and when the lava below drained away, a series of long, hollow tubes remained. It’s these tubes that can now be explored on foot with a guide through&nbsp;\u003Ca title=\"Undara Experience\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/tours/p-60bbfcf6b2bbc1be65313c81-discovery-experiences--undara\" target=\"_self\"\u003EUndara Experience\u003C/a\u003E&nbsp;and&nbsp;\u003Ca title=\"Undara Lava Tubes Tours\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/tours/p-6902a4d8cc7330036ff1c5d4-undara-lava-tube-tours\" target=\"_self\"\u003EUndara Lava Tube Tours\u003C/a\u003E.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EHeading north&nbsp;east to the&nbsp;Atherton Tablelands, stop in at Queensland’s highest altitude town,&nbsp;\u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/plan-your-holiday/information-services/p-56b260c42cbcbe7073adae39-ravenshoe-visitor-centre\" title=\"Ravenshoe, Atherton Tablelands\" target=\"_self\"\u003ERavenshoe\u003C/a\u003E. It’s better than the average spot for lunch, and the Ravenshoe Hotel makes brag-worthy schnitzels. It’s also home to&nbsp;\u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/attractions/p-56b25fe07b935fbe730df44d-millstream-falls-national-park\" title=\"Millstream Falls\" target=\"_self\"\u003EMillstream Falls\u003C/a\u003E, which sits just outside town, and with three walking tracks to choose from, an ideal way to walk off lunch.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EWaterfall chasers&nbsp;are in the right neck of the woods, too, with&nbsp;\u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/plan-your-holiday/itineraries/atherton-tablelands-waterfall-circuit-itinerary\" title=\"Waterfall Circuit Atherton Tablelands\" target=\"_self\"\u003Ethe magnificent waterfall circuit\u003C/a\u003E&nbsp;taking in Millaa&nbsp;Millaa, Zillie and Elinjaa Falls in a 100km journey. For a more off-the-beaten-track adventure, hike a lush 6km return circuit trail to&nbsp;\u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/attractions/p-5de83d83d9f4d08e26b8ab03-nandroya-falls\" title=\"Nandroya Falls\" target=\"_self\"\u003ENandroya Falls\u003C/a\u003E&nbsp;where you can swim in the middle of the rainforest. Alternatively, you can soak up the sun and cool waters of&nbsp;\u003Ca title=\"Lake Eacham, Crater Lakes National Park\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/attractions/p-56b25fb52cbcbe7073ad9877-lake-eacham-crater-lakes-national-park\" target=\"_self\"\u003ELake Eacham in Crater Lakes National Park\u003C/a\u003E.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EOne for the geologists,&nbsp;this 65-metre deep lake is a maar - a volcanic crater formed by massive explosions from the superheating of groundwater - and is home to over 180 bird species and musky rat-kangaroos.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EBut it’s not just the flora and fauna that make the Atherton Tablelands famous, the region is renowned for its food and drink, making it almost too tempting not to spend a few extra days here. Do it right with&nbsp;\u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/food-and-drink/restaurants-and-cafes/atherton-tablelands-food-itinerary.html\" title=\"where to eat on the Atherton Tablelands\" target=\"_self\"\u003Ethis itinerary for grazing your way across the tablelands\u003C/a\u003E.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cb\u003EGood to know:&nbsp;\u003C/b\u003EBudding mountain bikers will revel in the trails at&nbsp;\u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/adventure/cycling/mountain-biking-cairns\" title=\"mountain biking cairns\" target=\"_self\"\u003EDavies Creek Mountain Bike Park\u003C/a\u003E. Just east of Mareeba on the slopes of&nbsp;\u003Ca title=\"Lambs Head (Kahlpahlim Rock)\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/attractions/p-5d77028b5a785ae458f037c1-lambs-head-kahlpahlim-rock\" target=\"_self\"\u003ELamb Range,\u003C/a\u003E&nbsp;the 24km network is a great way to experience the landscape and get your heart racing too.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n","segmentMediaSrc":"","productIds":["6902a4d8cc7330036ff1c5d4","56b25fe07b935fbe730df44d","56b25fb52cbcbe7073ad9877"]}]},{"dayTitle":"Mareeba","dayMediaSrc":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/tropical-north-queensland/blog-images/2024_TNQ_PaddysGreen_SkyburyCafeAndRoastery_JesseLindemann_155576.jpg","dayHeadlineColor":null,"mediaType":"image","segments":[{"segmentTitle":"","segmentDescription":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cb\u003EBucket list experience:\u003C/b\u003E&nbsp;Ditch the car this morning, opting to take in sunrise from new heights on a sunrise hot air balloon ride high above the region’s rolling hills and rainforest.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EBack on solid ground, make sure to pay a visit to&nbsp;\u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/food-and-drink/p-56b26428d5f1565045da78c8-skybury-cafe-and-roastery\" title=\"Skybury Cafe and Roastery Mareeba\" target=\"_self\"\u003ESkybury Cafe and Roastery\u003C/a\u003E&nbsp;for breakfast and one of the best cups of coffee you’ll find in our tropical north. Skybury is Australia’s oldest coffee plantation, having grown Arabica beans on the rich soils of the Tablelands since 1987.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EWant to know more about the region’s history? Explore the&nbsp;\u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/attractions/p-5b516996372ef94713b4c963-mareeba-heritage-museum\" title=\"Mareeba Heritage Museum\" target=\"_self\"\u003EMareeba Heritage Museum\u003C/a\u003E&nbsp;before you head back out into nature.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cb\u003EGood to know:&nbsp;\u003C/b\u003ESample locally made chocolate and liqueurs while your EV charges at Coffee Works -&nbsp;136 Mason St, Mareeba.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cb\u003EFancy a dip?&nbsp;\u003C/b\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/attractions/p-56b25facaeeeaaf773cf238a-emerald-creek-dinden-west-forest-reserve\" title=\"Emerald Creek Falls\" target=\"_self\"\u003EEmerald Creek Falls\u003C/a\u003E&nbsp;is one of the most enchanting spots for&nbsp;\u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/experiences/nature-and-wildlife/waterfalls/wild-swimming-tropical-north-queensland\" title=\"wild swimming tropical north queensland\" target=\"_self\"\u003Ewild swimming\u003C/a\u003E, year-round. Cascading water washes over granite boulders to form a series of swimming holes surrounded by eucalypts, and between soaks you can wander to the lookout for views across the valley.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cb\u003EWaterfalls and swimming holes:&nbsp;\u003C/b\u003EDedicate any spare time this afternoon to any waterfalls and swimming holes you might have missed yesterday, and be sure to stop by any roadside farm stands to add to tonight’s cookup back at&nbsp;\u003Ca title=\"Wild Nature Lodge\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/plan-your-holiday/accommodation/p-68ae5c6be302bbaf10f01fd7-wild-nature-lodge\" target=\"_self\"\u003EWild Nature Lodge\u003C/a\u003E. Totally awe-struck? 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Pass through the quaint townships of&nbsp;\u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/places-to-see/destination-information/p-56b2604a2880253d74c489de-mount-molloy\" title=\"Mount Molloy, Atherton Tablelands\" target=\"_self\"\u003EMount Molloy\u003C/a\u003E&nbsp;and Mount Carbine on the edges of Kuranda State Forest and&nbsp;\u003Ca title=\"Mount Lewis National Park\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/attractions/p-56b25fe12880253d74c4805a-mount-lewis-national-park\" target=\"_self\"\u003EMount Lewis National Park\u003C/a\u003E, then stop at the world famous Lion’s Den Hotel for lunch. 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The park itself boasts a deep connection to local Aboriginal culture, with its huge black granite boulders an important meeting place for the Eastern Kuku Yalanji Aboriginal people. This site is the source of many Dreaming stories. Trust us, there’s few places more magical to stretch the legs and take in the views.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cb\u003EStay a little longer:\u003C/b\u003E&nbsp;Once you’ve arrived in town, settle in before figuring out how to&nbsp;\u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/plan-your-holiday/itineraries/48-hours-in-cooktown.html\" title=\"48 hours in Cooktown\" target=\"_self\"\u003Eextend your stay\u003C/a\u003E&nbsp;or prep for an onward journey to&nbsp;\u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/plan-your-holiday/road-trips/cape-york-4wd-family-road-trip.html\" title=\"Cape York family road trip\" target=\"_self\"\u003ECape York\u003C/a\u003E; there’s&nbsp;\u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destinations/cairns-and-great-barrier-reef/cape-york/things-to-do-cooktown\" title=\"things to do cooktown\" target=\"_self\"\u003Eso much to do in this remote pocket of Queensland\u003C/a\u003E.&nbsp;If you have a day to spare,&nbsp;\u003Ca title=\"Culture Connect\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/tours/p-5ab074a5438884f448295358-culture-connect\" target=\"_self\"\u003ECulture Connect's\u003C/a\u003E&nbsp;Normanby Station Aboriginal Rock Art and Rangers tour is one you shouldn't miss.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EVisit Grassy Hill Lookout, the and the&nbsp;Cooktown Botanic Gardens, then walk to the&nbsp;\u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/attractions/p-5aaa2199b92158ca3ef58db5-milbi-wall-the-story-wall.html\" title=\"Milbi Wall (The Story Wall) Cooktown\" target=\"_self\"\u003EMilbi Wall\u003C/a\u003E. Overlooking the mouth of the Endeavour River, the Milbi Wall memorial was designed by local Indigenous storytellers, telling of the Guugu Yimithirr people and their experience of Cook’s landing.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EAs the afternoon light dips into golden hour, cruise along the Endeavour River with&nbsp;\u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/tours/p-5dde214ce0880e9535a602d9-riverbend-tours\" title=\"Riverbend Tours cooktown\" target=\"_self\"\u003ERiverbend Tours\u003C/a\u003E. 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