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Fraser Coast Area Attractions Directory : Natural Attractions
75 Mile Beach
In the great tradition of many Australian place names, 75 Mile Beach on Fraser Island, was so named because it is approximately 75 miles long. Due to the constant movement of sea and sand, it's not always exactly 75 miles long, but then, '75.173 Mile Beach' just wouldn't have had the same ring to it. 75 Mile Beach runs along most of the east coast of Fraser Island. While it may not be the best place for swimming due to dangerous currents and plentiful Tiger sharks, it is extremely beautiful and...75 Mile Beach
Fraser Island
Barnacles Dolphin Centre and Cafe
Overlooking the beautiful Snapper Creek inlet in Tin Can Bay, Barnacles Cafe provides an idyllic setting for you to enjoy breakfast while you are there to feed the Indo-Pacific Humpback Dolphins. Enjoy the amazing and unique experience at Barnacles Cafe which is open every day from 7.00 a.m. to 5.00 p.m. and offers an all day breakfast, lunch and brunch menu, coffee, tea and refreshments as well as a takeaway menu. Sit back and enjoy the delightful scenery in the relaxing outdoor eating area...Barnacles Dolphin Centre and Cafe
Tin Can Bay
Basin Lake Track
No visit to Fraser Island is complete without visiting Central Station, which was the centre of forestry operations on the island until the 1960s. There are historic displays, old machinery and buildings, but the gem for bushwalkers is via a small access route through the surrounding rainforest to the well-constructed boardwalk overlooking Wanggoolba Creek; an idyllic haven for unique plants. The shallow crystal-clear water of Wanggoolba Creek winds gently between banks fringed by subtropical ...Basin Lake Track
Fraser Island
Birdwatching on the Fraser Coast
Hervey Bay and its environs offer abundant and diverse birdwatching opportunities with over 250 species identified. Every year thousands of migratory shorebirds visit Hervey Bay and the Great Sandy Strait from destinations as far away as Japan, Alaska and Siberia. The sand and mudflats are important feeding grounds for nearly twenty different species of long distance fliers. In fact, the Great Sandy Strait is recognised as a Wetland of International Important (Ramsar site). The range of habi...Birdwatching on the Fraser Coast
Hervey Bay
Central Station
Originally established as a forestry camp when there was logging on Fraser Island, Central Station's beautiful rainforest area houses a display explaining the development of the island and its various flora and fauna, an information centre and picnic area. Central Station has a short boardwalk around Wanggoolba Creek and through the rainforest.Central Station
Fraser Island
Eli Creek
Eli Creek, the largest creek on the eastern beach of Fraser Island, pours up to four million litres of clear, fresh water into the ocean every hour. Eli Creek is a popular picnic and swimming spot, with a boardwalk that follows the creek inland through banksia and pandanus. Swimming or floating down the swiftly flowing creek from the bridge at the far end of the boardwalk is an invigorating experience. Take care when driving through the creek on the beach, as its fast-flowing water can goug...Eli Creek
Fraser Island
Elizabeth Park Rose Gardens
The Elizabeth Park Rose Gardens was the site of Maryborough's second official cemetery, which closed in 1873. As the town expanded the cemetery was deemed a public health risk, and by 1907, moves were made to remove headstones and remains to the new cemetery. In 1921, the land was converted to a public park, and now is full of beautiful rose gardens.Elizabeth Park Rose Gardens
Maryborough
Fay Smith Wetlands
For a different type of experience, walk through one of the last remaining wetlands in the Maryborough area, Fay Smith Wetlands. There is a series of walking bridges and walking trails through the Fay Smith Wetlands, allowing visitors to enjoy the abundant bird life on offer. Fay Smith was a nature lover and photographer, along with her husband Ted.Fay Smith Wetlands
Maryborough
Flame Lily Adventures
Flame Lily Adventures (adventure park) offers day trippers and resident guests accommodation - cabins, powered and unpowered caravan and camping dam fishing, kayaking, cycle and walking, tracks, river fishing and canoeing, residents gym room, full shower and toilet amenities block, picnic areas, animal enclosure, canoe trips and commando team building courses on an assault course. There is a small on site convenience shop.Flame Lily Adventures
Burrum River
Fraser Island Great Walk
The stunning Fraser Island World Heritage Area is the setting for the Fraser Island Great Walk that winds for 90 kilometres between Dilli Village and Happy Valley. Towering rainforests, crystal-clear lakes, coloured sands and vast sand dunes are just a few of the natural wonders you will discover on the walk. Following the pathways of the island's original inhabitants, the Butchulla people, as well as old logging roads and tramlines, the track passes iconic sites such as Lake McKenzie (Boorang...Fraser Island Great Walk
Fraser Island
Lake McKenzie
There are many different aspects to Fraser Island, but the awe-inspiring beauty of Lake McKenzie makes it probably the most visited natural site on the island. It is a ‘perched’ lake, which means it contains only rainwater, no groundwater, is not fed by streams and does not flow to the ocean. The sand and organic matter at the base of the lake form an impervious layer, preventing rainwater from draining away. The sand here is pure, white silica and is not only beautiful to look at but feels be...Lake McKenzie
Fraser Island
Lake Wabby
Lake Wabby is relatively close to the ocean side of Fraser Island and unlike the other lakes, it supports several varieties of fish. It is known as both a window lake and a barrage lake. Window lakes form when the ground level falls below the water table. Barrage lakes form when a sand blow blocks the waters of a natural spring. This phenomenon is easy to see at Lake Wabby. On one side its deep green waters are bordered by a giant sand dune that is slowly moving into the lake. In a century or so...Lake Wabby
Fraser Island
Lake Wabby Track
The world’s largest sand island, Fraser Island is an area of remarkable natural beauty. It was listed as a World Heritage Area in 1992. Lake Wabby is the deepest lake on Fraser Island. Its shore lies at the advancing edge of the Hammerstone Sandblow. The Lake Wabby Track will take you to a splendid lookout offering a view of this barrage lake and the sandblow that is slowly engulfing it. From here, walk to the shore of Lake Wabby for a refreshing swim.Lake Wabby Track
Fraser Island
Lenthalls Dam
Lenthalls Dam is an ideal picnic and fishing spot with barbecue facilities, picnic shelter and tables, walking tracks and a small boat ramp provided. Built in 1984 on the Burrum River, about 30 kilometres northwest of Maryborough, Lenthalls Dam is reached by turning off the Bruce Highway about halfway between Torbanlea and Maryborough, and then travelling seven kilometres along a sealed gravel road. The lake is officially stocked with Australian bass, barramundi, golden perch (yellowbelly), a...Lenthalls Dam
Maryborough
Maaroom Picnic Ground
Maaroom is a small, friendly peaceful fishing village on the waterfront of the Great Sandy Strait looking over to World Heritage-listed Fraser Island. Situated just 20 kilometres south of Maryborough, (off the Cooloola Coast Highway), and 50 kilometres from Hervey Bay. At the water's edge there is a pleasant spot to have a picnic, watch the children play on the playground, fish from the boat ramp or simply watch the procession of boats come and go. This is truly one of nature's treasurers a...Maaroom Picnic Ground
Great Sandy Strait
Mary River
The Mary River has been known by many names, with the Aborigines calling the river Booie, Moonaboola, Numabulla or Mooraboocoola. It was named the Wide Bay River until September 1848, when Governor Fitzroy renamed the river in honour of his wife, Lady Mary Fitzroy. The Mary River is unique in that it flows from south to north with its headwaters near the Sunshine Coast hinterland and its mouth at River Heads just south of Hervey Bay.Mary River
Maryborough
Mary River Parklands
The historic Port of Maryborough area has been transformed into a stunning public park complete with outstanding public art works. The Mary River Parklands forms part of the historic Portside Precinct. It plays an integral role in the City's urban renewal plans, providing a naturally beautiful link between Queens Park, the multimillion dollar Brolga Theatre, the Wharf Street heritage precinct and the river. The 500 square metres of landscaped parkland offers natural terracing, community fore...Mary River Parklands
Maryborough
Maryboroughs Glory Hole
Maryborough's Glory Hole is now a featured part of the Ululah Lagoon. It is believed to have been built as early as the 1880s. The Glory Hole is of a rare design and outdates any other work in Australia by 80 years, making it historically significant as an engineering work of art.Maryboroughs Glory Hole
Maryborough
Port of Maryborough
A deeper site was selected to replace the first shallow port of Maryborough which was located upriver at the original township. Wool, tallow, hides and timber were exported through the busy port and many coastal vessels brought supplies for the settlers. At one time the wharves stretched from the far end of Queens Park to beyond the Granville Bridge. At the marina you can see the last remnants of the original wharfs. Between 1859 when Maryborough was declared an official Port of Entry and 1901...Port of Maryborough
Maryborough
Queens Park Waterfall
The waterfall area of Maryborough's Queens Park was originally a quarry, which was later converted into a pond, that is regularly home to several ducks swimming on its surface or even catching some sun on the edges. The waterfall feature was constructed in the 1970s. It is a popular spot for picnics and frequently used as a backdrop for weddings.Queens Park Waterfall
Maryborough
Rainbow Gorge - Kirra Sandblow Circuit
Walk through low coastal scrub and sheltered cypress forest to the coloured sands at Rainbow Gorge on World Heritage Listed Fraser Island. The highlight is the eerie lunar landscape of Kirra Sandblow where a spring-fed stream creates small sand formations and has exposed the underlying sandstone rock. This is an area that affords walkers a special opportunity to indulge in some creative photography, so don’t forget the camera.Rainbow Gorge - Kirra Sandblow Circuit
Fraser Island
Roy Rufus Artificial Reef Dive Site
Explore 'Roy Rufus' in Hervey Bay, the largest artificial reef in the southern hemisphere created through the sinking of old ships, concrete blocks and car bodies since 1968. Located off the coast between Hervey Bay and Fraser Island, the reef is home to masses of fish such as gropers, coral trout, kingfish and scorpionfish that congregate amongst the wreckage. Other marine life observed on the reef include, wobbegongs, sea snakes, turtles and the occasional dugong.Roy Rufus Artificial Reef Dive Site
Hervey Bay
Teddington Weir and Picnic Reserve
Enjoy the wonders of nature on the Teddington Weir Vineforest Trail taking you through some of the interesting features in a patch of remnant vineforest scrub. Points of interest are highlighted with numbered posts. Facilities at Teddington Weir Picnic Reserve include small swimming pool, picnic tables, barbecues with wood supplied, playground, walking tracks and public toilets. The Teddington Weir Vineforest Trail is a joint project of World Wide Fund for Nature Australia, Wide Bay Burnett...Teddington Weir and Picnic Reserve
Maryborough
The Cathedrals
The Cathedrals on Fraser Island are coloured sand cliffs that have been sculpted by the wind and rain blowing in off the Pacific Ocean. The colours - red, brown, yellow and orange - are spectacular and are best viewed in the early morning light. The size of the cliff faces are a reminder of exactly how large the sand dunes are on Fraser Island. The Cathedrals are situated on 75 Mile Beach approximately 18 kilometres south of Indian Head.The Cathedrals
Fraser Island
Urangan Pier
Urangan Pier is an historic pier located in Urangan, Hervey Bay. It is a former deep-water, cargo-handling facility originally built to facilitate the export of sugar, timber and coal. The pier was served by the extension of the railway line from Pialba was used for the transfer of cargo between rail and ships. Built between 1913 and 1917, it was originally 1107 metres in length. It was closed in 1985 and 239 metres was demolished. Due to public outcry the rest was left untouched and the la...Urangan Pier
Hervey Bay
Whale Watching
From mid July to early November, Hervey Bay has become famous as the playground of the majestic humpback whales on their return to the Antarctic. Hervey Bay is preferred for its calm and safe whale watching conditions, where the whales put on a spectacular display for their admirers. A variety of vessels offer whale watching trips during the season and visitors can choose from either a dawn, morning, afternoon or full-day cruise. Celebrating the return of the humpback whales each year; Hervey...Whale Watching
Hervey Bay