Curtain Fig National Park

Part of the Wet Tropics World Heritage Area, Curtain Fig National Park contains an endangered type of rainforest called mabi forest. A semi-deciduous canopy allows more sunlight to reach the ground than in other rainforest types. This promotes a well-developed shrub layer. The highlight of this park is a huge, unique fig tree called the Curtain Fig with extended aerial roots dropping 15 metres to the forest floor and forming a `curtain`. Enjoy the short, elevated boardwalk around the tree. Return at night to spotlight for the elusive Lumholtz`s tree-kangaroo and other nocturnal animals. Spotlighting guidelines are available in the information shelter at the carpark.

 

Category: National Parks and Reserves - Natural Attractions