DAguilar Range

DAguilar National Park, Samford and Bunyaville conservation parks and surrounds Park guide

the bush on Brisbanes doorstep Discover remote gorges, sheltered pockets of subtropical rainforest, expansive forests and spectacular views; all within an hours drive from Brisbane.

Great state. Great opportunity.

Courtesy of Jason Flesser

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Exploring the range
The DAguilar Range can be explored in two hours or over several days. Experience the park on foot, by horse or bicycle, or by car or motorbike. To get the most of a visit, this guide is divided into sections to help visitors tailor their experience. More detailed information is available in the park, from Walkabout Creek Visitor Centre or at <www.nprsr.qld.gov.au>. Some activities in Queensland parks and forests require a permit, such as commercial, group or scientic activities. For licence and permit enquiries, email <palm@nprsr.qld.gov.au> or phone 1300 130 372.

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Touring and places to visit

Embark on an adventure on one of several scenic tourist drives along the range and visit spectacular lookouts, parkland picnic areas and stunning natural features.

South DAguilar
To explore the southern end of the DAguilar Range, follow Mount Nebo Road (tourist route number 8) from The Gap. The road winds along the range to the mountain townships of Mount Nebo and Mount Glorious. Alternatively, the park can be reached via Samford along Mount Glorious Road (tourist route number 9). For those looking to circumnavigate the park, the Northbrook Parkway provides a circuit back through Brisbane Valley and Ipswich, or alternatively return via Samford.

Westridge outlook

Public transport access

For information on bus services, contact TRANSLink on 13 12 30 or visit <www.translink.com.au>.

Vehicle access
3 Bellbird Grove
10-minute drive from Walkabout Creek
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6 Jollys Lookout
20-minute drive from Walkabout Creek
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1 Mt Coot-tha
Stop and enjoy a picnic or barbecue at this open, grassy day-use area and take a short walk along one of the walking tracks. Named after William Jolly, Brisbanes rst Lord Mayor (from 1925 to 1931), this lookout offers expansive views of Moreton Island, Brisbane Valley and the Glass House Mountains.

Catch public transport or drive to the summit of Mt Coot-tha for expansive views over Brisbane city. Alternatively, embark on a short walk from any of the picnic areas at the foothills of the mountain or explore the Mt Coot-tha botanic gardens and planetarium. For further information or to obtain brochures or maps, please visit the Brisbane City Council website <www.brisbane.qld.gov.au> or phone (07) 3403 8888.

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15-minute drive from Walkabout Creek
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20-minute drive from Walkabout Creek
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This lookout was named after the rst settlers in this area an d offers breathtaking views of Moreton Bay.

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15-minute drive from Walkabout Creek
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Walkabout Creek is located at 60 Mount Nebo Road, The Gap12 km from Brisbanes CBD, and is easily accessible by public transport from the city. The complex includes a visitor and wildlife centre, function rooms and cafe. The Walkabout Creek Visitor Centre and South East Queensland Wildlife Centre are open from 9.00 am to 4.15 pm every day, excluding some public holidays. The function rooms at Walkabout Creek provide a unique and secluded setting for conferences, functions and wedding ceremonies, and adjoin the Green Tree Frog Caf. To nd out more about the wedding centre and cafe, visit <www. walkaboutcreek.com.au>.

On a clear day see amazing views of Moreton Bay and the Glass House Mountains from the lower lookout. Walk along the ridgeline to another lookout offering surprisingly close views of bustling Brisbane city.

Boombana, meaning trees in bloom, ts this area perfectly. During summer the lacebark tree Brachychiton discolor loses its leaves and keeps its large, pink, showy owers to create a burst of colour through the greenery. Enjoy a barbecue lunch or take a walk through the forest.

Start at Walkabout Creek 2 in The Gap and come face-to-face with the amazing diversity of native wildlife that lives in Queensland's national parks at the South East Queensland Wildlife Centre. With Enoggera Reservoir as the backdrop, and surrounded by tall eucalypt trees, the Green Tree Frog Caf is a wonderful place to relax, grab a coffee and a bite to eat. Enjoy a stroll along one of the two short walking tracks that start from the visitor centre (Corymbia circuit and Araucaria track), or journey up the mountain by car and visit a number of beautiful destinations within the park, including Bellbird Grove 3 , McAfees lookout 4 and Boombana rainforest 7 .

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30-minute drive from Walkabout Creek 2 Two walking tracks leave from here, offering walkers lush wet eucalypt forest and views of Samford Valley.

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50-minute drive from Walkabout Creek 2

14 Samford Conservation Park

15-minute drive from Walkabout Creek 2

This outlook provides a picnic area with scenic views of Lake Wivenhoe.

9 Westridge outlook
35-minute drive from Walkabout Creek 2 From the lookout perched on a high rocky outcrop, enjoy views over Lake Wivenhoe with the Great Dividing Range in the distance.

12 White and Red Cedar

1-hour drive from Walkabout Creek 2 via Northbrook Parkway With open grassy areas and a picturesque stream running behind the day-use area, this is a great place to stop and enjoy the scenery.

Visit Ironbark Gully or Lomandra day-use areas off Samford Road and enjoy a natural woodland setting for picnics and barbecues.

15 Bunyaville Conservation Park

20-minute drive from Walkabout Creek
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Discover a peaceful bush retreat with walking, mountain bike and horse riding

10 Maiala
45-minute drive from Walkabout Creek 2

trails close to Brisbanes CBD.

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1-hour, 20-minute drive from Walkabout Creek 2 Enjoy a picnic and take a short stroll to the lakes grassy shores.

This special area was the rst piece of national park declared on the DAguilar Range. Originally cleared for a timber mill, some machinery and a remnant hoop pine plantation remain as evidence of Maialas loud and laborious past.

Courtesy of Bruce Cowell, Queensland Museum

Connect with

Nature

A wide range of ranger-guided activities are offered in various parks throughout Brisbane, the Gold Coast and hinterland, and Western Scenic Rim. Connect with Nature offers school holiday activities for adults, children and families as well as curriculum-based school educational activities for primary and secondary years. For more information on Connect with Nature, visit <www.nprsr.qld.gov.au> or phone 13 QGOV (13 74 68). For information about school activities in Bunyaville Conservation Park, please visit the Bunyaville Environmental Education Centre website <www.bunyavileec.eq.edu.au> or phone (07) 3353 4356. For information on the various environmental, cultural and recreational programs and activities offered by Brisbane City Council visit <www.brisbane.qld.gov.au> or phone (07) 3403 8888.

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Drive safely
Please obey all park closure notices. Mount Mee is closed after heavy rainbefore visiting, please check for park alerts on the DERM website at <www.nprsr.qld.gov.au>. Please obey speed limitsthe maximum speed limit on forest drives is 50 km/hr. Normal road rules apply. All forest drives allow two-way trafc. Watch out for the unexpected. Drive slowly to allow time to react to changed road conditions and other park users. Forest drives are unsealed with some sharp curves, narrow sections, loose surfaces and steep grades requiring careful driving. Ensure your vehicle is mechanically sound.

Mount Mee
The 90-minute drive to Mount Mee from Brisbane meanders through the townships of Samford and Dayboro. Follow Mount Mee Road (tourist route number 29) and turn into Sellin Road, which leads to the park entrance. The northern section of the park is also accessible from Dayboro and Woodford. Please note that the majority of these roads are unsealed and only The Gantry day-use area is accessible via sealed road. These roads are often difcult to navigate in wet conditions and may be closed to vehicle access after heavy rain. Vehicles are permitted on all forest drives and unsealed roads in the Mount Mee section unless otherwise signed. Some roads and trails are designated nonmotorised areas in the interest of visitor safety. Four-wheel-drive vehicles are advised for all unsealed roads in Mount Mee. Vehicle permits are not required, except for group or commercial activities. All vehicles must be registered and driven by licensed drivers.

17 Somerset lookout
30-minute drive from The Gantry 16 Enjoy spectacular views over the Great Dividing Range, Somerset Dam and Lake Wivenhoes headwaters. The lookout can be accessed on foot by walking along the Somerset trail, or by four-wheel-drive vehicles along the Western escarpment forest drive.

19 Rocky Hole
25-minute drive from The Gantry 16 Surrounded by open eucalypt forest, this site features a rock pool and is popular during summer. Access is along an unsealed, formed gravel road. For your safety, do not jump or dive into the waterhole.

18 Falls lookout and Bulls Falls

5-minute drive from The Gantry 16 Falls lookout can be reached by a formed, unsealed gravel road. A 400 m walk to a viewing platform overlooks the northern side of DAguilar Range and the picturesque Neurum Valley. Walk a further 80 m to Bulls Falls, offering beautiful views of sheltered rainforest pools and rocky crags.

20 Broadwater
40-minute drive from The Gantry 16 Enjoy a picnic or barbecue lunch at this small day-use area near a large waterhole. For your safety, do not jump or dive into the waterhole.

16 The Gantry
1-hour, 20-minute drive from Walkabout Creek 2

Escape the crowds and visit this exciting destination for camping and motorised recreational adventures. For a two-hour scenic drive, journey along the Western escarpment forest drive (see trail map on page 6) through scribbly gum forest and take in spectacular views to the west over Somerset Dam and Lake Wivenhoe. Start a half-day adventure on the Mount Mee forest drive (see trail map on page 6) at The Gantry 16 and wander along the tranquil Mill rainforest walk. Continue on to Rocky Hole 19 and relax by the cool water; this is a popular destination during the hot summer months. From here, drive to Broadwater 20 , a great picnic spot overlooking a large waterhole. Return via The Gantry or continue north through the small township of Woodford. Alternatively, drive along and explore the Range Road forest drive (see trail map on page 6). Start at The Gantry 16 and travel south-east along Peggs Road onto the Range Road forest drive. This drive explores open eucalypt forest and rainforest along the highest point of the range, offering views to either side. Exit the park via Laceys Creek Road and nish the tour by visiting the small township of Dayboro.
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Travel on a sealed road for 150 m from the park entrance on Mount Mee Road to The Gantry, the closest Mount Mee day-use area to Brisbane. The Gantry shelter is a legacy of the sawmill that operated here until 1981.

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Walking tracks
The DAguilar Range offers a wide variety of walking tracks suitable for beginner and experienced walkers. Walking tracks are classied according to Australian Standards and are only suitable for pedestrian use. Please note that while each track is classied according to its most difcult section, other sections may be easier. Walkers can also access a number of forest trails throughout the range. These trails may be shared by horse and mountain bike riders, four-wheel-drivers and/or motorcyclistsplease see the trail map section of this guide (pages 6 and 7) for more details. Mt Coot-tha Forest has a diverse range of tracks and trails, picnic facilities and seasonal creeks and waterfalls to explore. For information on walking tracks in Mt Coot-tha Forest, please refer to the track map on the Brisbane City Council website <www.brisbane.qld.gov.au>.

Key to walking tracks

Class 2 track Australian Standards Class 3 track Australian Standards
Easy level, well-graded track, suitable for all fitness levels.

Gently sloping, well-defined track with slight inclines or few steps. Caution needed on loose gravel surfaces and exposed natural lookouts. Reasonable level of fitness and ankle-supporting footwear required.

Class 4 track Australian Standards

Distinct track, usually with steep exposed inclines or many steps. Caution needed on loose gravel surfaces and exposed natural outlooks. Moderate level of fitness and ankle-supporting footwear required.

Mount Mee
Track name and classication Distance/ Time Access point Drive from The Gantry Description
(90 minutes from Brisbane)

Short walks (less than 1 hour)

Lophostemon walk 750 m circuit, allow 20 minutes 1 km circuit, allow 2030 minutes 1 km return, allow 2030 minutes
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Neurum Creek campground

15 minutes

This circuit begins at the northern end of Neurum Creek campground.

Piccabeen walk

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This short walk is along a boardwalk and track through a lush piccabeen palm grove. Falls lookout can be reached by a gravel road off Neurum Creek Road and has a short walk down to a viewing platform overlooking the northern side of DAguilar Range and picturesque Neurum Valley. This subtropical rainforest track provides great opportunities for birdwatching so bring binoculars. The track entrance is accessed by a short unsealed, formed gravel road.

Falls lookout track

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Mill rainforest walk

1.4 km circuit, allow 4050 minutes

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Longer walks (24 hours)

Somerset trail 13 km circuit, allow 4 hours
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This track passes through scribbly gum forests, rainforest and dry open forest. Take in views to the west overlooking Somerset Dam and Lake Wivenhoe.

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Short walks (less than 2 hours)
Tree discovery circuit Atrax circuit 650 m circuit, allow 15 minutes 750 m return, allow 1520 minutes
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20 minutes

This walking track starts and nishes at the northern end of the day-use area. Walk through tall forest featuring cabbage tree palms.

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Crebra circuit 900 m circuit, allow 2030 minutes 1 km circuit, allow 2030 minutes 1.2 km return, allow 3545 minutes 1.5 km return, allow 45 minutes 1.5 km circuit, allow 45 minutes 1.6 km return, allow 3040 minutes 1.7 km circuit, allow 4050 minutes 1.8 km circuit, allow 4050 minutes 2 km circuit, allow 1 hour
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Samford Conservation Park Boombana

15 minutes

This circuit meanders through a forest of deeply furrowed and dark-coloured ironbark trees.

Pitta circuit

25 minutes

This track explores open eucalypt forest and then subtropical rainforest. Mount Nebo village can be accessed from this circuit via a 600 m track from the boardwalk. This track runs along the escarpment to the Western Windowan expansive undulating view to the west. This track winds down through a wet eucalypt forest gully and climbs back to the visitor centre. The track is quite steep in places. This track loops through wet eucalypt forest and a gully of subtropical rainforest. This track leaves from the northern end of the dayuse area and goes through open eucalypt forest back to the southern end of the day-use area. This circuit winds through open eucalypt forest, down into a wet eucalypt gully and back to the day-use area. A short track takes walkers along exposed ridges and past historic gold mines. It is quite steep in places, so please supervise children at all times. This walking track winds through stunning subtropical rainforest. Cypress Grove and a section of the Greenes Falls (see longer walks) walking tracks adjoin this track. This is a short walk branching off the Rainforest circuit.

Western Window track Corymbia circuit

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Walkabout Creek Jollys Lookout

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Egernia circuit

Bunyaville track

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20 minutes

Turrbal circuit

10 minutes

Golden Boulder track Rainforest circuit

Bellbird Grove

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Cypress Grove track

2.5 km return, allow 1 hour 20 minutes

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Greenes Falls track 4.3 km return, allow 2 hours 5 km return, allow 2 hours 6 km return, allow 22.5 hours 6.4 km return, allow 23 hours
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The Greenes Falls track passes over rainforest pools and ends at a lookout adjacent to Greenes Falls. Be prepared for an uphill walk on the return trip. This walking track winds past giant hoop pines along the shores of Enoggera Reservoir. Walk from the Manorina car park through wet eucalypt forest to Mount Nebo lookout and enjoy spectacular views over Samford Valley and Moreton Bay. The track is quite steep in places. This track branches off the Western Window track (see short walks). Access is from the top of the Maiala day-use area. Walk 600 m to the Western Window, before walking down to a level track perched on the side of a steep slope that nishes at Lawton Road. This walking track connects Jollys Lookout to Boombana. Walk through pockets of dry rainforesta vegetation type known for its diversity and abundance of twisting vines.
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Walkabout Creek Manorina

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Westside track

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Mountain bike trails and horse riding trails

Enjoy riding in a bushland environment on one of the many multiple-use trails in the DAguilar Range.

Mountain bike riding

Cycling is permitted on all forest trails within the southern end of DAguilar Range unless otherwise signed (see trail map on pages 6 and 7). Bicycles are not permitted on designated walking tracks, or on roads in Mount Mee as this area is set aside for motorised vehicle-based recreation.

For a challenging ride, follow South Boundary Road to Mount Nebo Road, and onto the cool rainforest township of Mount Nebo to enjoy a cold drink at one of the local cafes. Bunyaville Conservation Park 15 and Mt Coot-tha Forest 1 both offer a variety of designated mountain bike trails that are interconnected by multiple-use trails. For more information on mountain bike trails in these areas visit <www.nprsr.qld.gov.au>, or contact Brisbane City Council on (07) 3403 8888 or <www.brisbane.qld.gov.au>.

Horse riding
Horse riding is permitted on specied forest trails in the DAguilar Range (see trail maps on previous pages). To help reduce your impact on these natural areas, please: do not allow horses to remain in the park overnight ride only on formed roads and trails designated for riding. Do not take shortcuts or form new tracks as this damages the environment and causes erosion do not allow horses to enter or remain in or near natural watercourses. Only allow horses to cross natural watercourses at designated crossing points on the trail for the protection of watercourses in the area minimise damage to vegetation. Do not allow horses to graze on any vegetation while in the area tether horses at hitching posts or resting areas only for short periods to minimise soil erosion and compaction avoid spreading weedsensure horses coats, hooves and equipment are free of seeds before park visits. For more information about horse riding in Queenslands protected areas, visit <www.nprsr.qld.gov.au>. Enjoy a half or day-long ride in the foothills around Enoggera Reservoir and the southern section of the DAguilar Range. A series of trails lead into the adjacent valleys of Brookeld and Gold Creek, or ride along the crest of South Boundary Road to Mount Nebo Road, and onto the township of MountNebo.

Ride safely
When using tracks, cyclists must alert others when approaching them. Always wear a helmet. Plan ahead, ride within your ability and according to track conditions. Avoid skidding and sliding around turnscollision and injury may result. Avoid riding in large groups. Avoid riding on soft, wet and muddy tracks. Cyclists riding downhill must give way to cyclists riding uphill.

The give-way code

Cyclists should give way to horses and walkers. Walkers should give way to horses.

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With the variety of trails and tourist sites, why not unwind in the DAguilar Range over a couple of days. Bed and breakfast, resort and commercial camping accommodation are available in and around the townships of Mount Mee, Mount Nebo and Mount Glorious. For more information about tourist accommodation in the DAguilar Range, visit the Tourism Queensland website <www.queenslandholidays.com.au>.

How to obtain a camping permit

A camping permit must be obtained prior to arrival; fees are payable and a camping tag with your booking number must be displayed at your camp site. People who camp without a permit can be ned. To extend your stay you must amend your permit. Obtaining a camping permit well in advance is recommended for public or school holiday periods. Obtain a camping permit:

online at <www.qld.gov.au/camping> by phoning 13 QGOV (13 74 68) with credit card details.

Camping experiences
DAguilar National Park has two formal campgrounds and eight remote bush camp sites.

Formal campgrounds
Located at Mount Mee, Neurum Creek and Archer campgrounds are not suitable for caravans, campervans or camper trailers. Open res are allowed in the replaces and re rings provided. Bring your own rewooduntreated, milled timber off-cuts are recommended.

Remote bush camping

Visitors can test their bush camping skills in the secluded back country of South DAguilar. There are eight walk-in-only bush camping sites, with minimal facilitiesDundas Road, South Kobble, Middle Kobble, North Kobble, Northbrook Mountain, Scrub Road, England Creek and Light Line Road bush camps. A network of trails provides access between these camping sites and also link to the townships of Mount Nebo and Mount Glorious. Walkers need to be physically t, have bushwalking and navigation experience, and have an emergency plan in place with a responsible friend or family member. Always carry a topographic map, compass, rst-aid kit, water and food. Mobile phone reception within the park is unreliable. Bush camps within DAguilar National Park may be closed during periods of high re danger or for regenerative purposes. Please check Park alerts at <www.nprsr.qld.gov.au> for the latest information on access, closures and conditions.

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16 Neurum Creek campground

15-minute drive from The Gantry 16 Neurum Creek campground provides opportunities for camping close to Neurum Creek in an enclosed forest setting. 16

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Archer campground

40-minute drive from The Gantry 16 Enjoy the open, grassy, family friendly, natural bush setting near Neurum Creek. Facilities are provided for campers only.

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Emergency contacts
Ambulance emergency

phone 000 phone 13 12 33 try phoning 112

non-emergency when low or no mobile service:

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(This is for people with speech or hearing impairments. No one will speak to you on this service.)

Caring for the range

By following these guidelines, visitors will help protect the natural environment for the future enjoyment of others and ensure the survival of native plants and animals living here. Everything within national parks and forests is protected. Do not take or interfere with plants and animals. Stay on the designated tracks. Shortcutting causes erosion, damages vegetation and can potentially result in injury. Leave pets at home. Domestic animals are not permitted in the national park. Remove all rubbish. No bins are provided in the park. To dispose of cigarette butts, carry a small container. Let native animals find their own food. Human food can make native animals susceptible to disease and can cause overpopulation and aggressive behaviour. Do not collect firewood. Fallen trees provide homes for insects and small animals. Show consideration for other park users and wildlife by keeping noise to a minimum.

Bushre safety
In conditions of high re danger, walking tracks and other areas may be closed. For your safety, follow instructions on signs. If you see a bushre or any illegal activity, please phone emergency services as soon as possible.

Further information
Visit <www.nprsr.qld.gov.au> Go to Park alerts for the latest information on access, closures and conditions.

For your safety

By following a few simple steps, visits can be safe and enjoyable. Never walk alone. Tell friends or family where you are going and when you expect to return. If you change your plans, inform them. Plan to complete walks well before dark. Obey all safety and warning signs. Wear appropriate bushwalking shoes. Avoid walking during wet weather. Tracks can be slippery, especially after rain. Stay away from cliff edges. Supervise children at all times. Carry adequate drinking waterdrinking water is not provided on park. Carry a first-aid kit and know how to use it. Carry a mobile phone, but remember that reception may be poor in places. Use sun protectionwear sunscreen, a hat and long-sleeved shirt even on cloudy days. Start longer walks at cooler times of the day to avoid heat exhaustion in summer. Never dive or jump into water as it may be shallow or have submerged hazards. Do not leave valuables unattended. When visiting these parks, reduce risk of theftensure vehicles are locked and all valuables removed.

Email <info@nprsr.qld.gov.au>. Phone 13 QGOV (13 74 68). To access Lake Wivenhoe, please phone SEQ Water on (07) 5427 8100; to access Somerset Dam phone (07) 5426 0188. Photographs: unless credited otherwise, photographs are the property of NPRSR. Front cover: background photo courtesy of Bruce Cowell, Queensland Museum

Information provided in this brochure is accurate at the time of printing and is a guide only. Conditions change and activities may be prohibited in some places. June 2012 State of Queensland. Department of National Parks, Recreation, Sport and Racing. BP1600 June 2012. Printed on eco-friendly paper to save energy and resources.

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