Crystal Caves

Put on a miner's helmet, and venture into the man made cave system, which offers an amazing labyrinth of gemstones and fossils studded into the walls.

You'll be awestruck when you see the giant amethyst, a recent purchase. Crystal Caves is located in Atherton’s main Street and is a major draw card to people of all ages.

Hallorans Hill Lookout

Walk right up the side of an extinct volcano – Hallorans Hill. The walking track starts at the Environmental Park next to the Atherton Hospital, Louise Street. Allow about an hour and a half return. You'll see a curtain fig tree, miniature waterfalls, rock pools and rainforest. Keep an eye out for bush turkeys and even the occasional tree-kangaroo.

On top at the lookout, enjoy the panoramic views across the Atherton Tablelands, The views include Lake Tinaroo, the Seven Sisters - extinct volcanoes, and Mt Bartle Frere - the tallest mountain in Queensland. There are also covered barbeques and an attractive play area for children.

Hasties Swamp National Park (Nyletta Wetlands)

Only two kilometres south of the Atherton Information Centre is a bird-lovers paradise, twitchers call this area a "hot spot". This is a good place to observe nesting behaviour.

An all weather bird hide is perched next to wetlands containing large concentrations of birds including some rare species. There's no entrance fee for this park.

View and print out our local bird list or view the Birds Australia site.

Hou Wang Temple

This is the only temple outside of China known to be dedicated to Hou Wang and is the only surviving timber & iron temple in Queensland. The Chinese were pioneers of agriculture in North Queensland, and helped to settle the Atherton area.

The site & temple were purchased by a number of local Chinese families who donated it to the National trust in 1979. Heritage and local history is displayed in the Interpretive Centre and the temple contains a substantial number of original artifacts.
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Rocky Creek Memorial Park & Camping grounds

Rocky Creek Memorial Park & Camping grounds is situated on the Kennedy Highway near Tolga, just 10 klms north of Atherton P.O.

The Park was erected to commemorate the 200,000 to 300,000 troops who were stationed in this area during WW2.There are memorial plaques placed in remembrance of the various battallions, and are added to each year on Victory in the Pacific Day.The popular camping grounds are located in peaceful suroundings.

Fees are a gold coin donation p.p. and is also dog friendly (on a leash).

Lake Tinaroo Cruises

Enjoy skippered charter cruises from Yungaburra just a few minutes from Atherton. All cruises can be customised to suit your own needs.

Lake Tinaroo has stunning scenery and abundant wildlife. Let our friendly local skipper show you all that this beautiful lake has to offer. Wildlife Spotting, small groups, Parties, functions, sunset dinner cruises, and Bird-watching are available. With just 12 people plus the skipper the personal service is unforgettable, so come aboard and enjoy.

Website: www.laketinaroocruises.com.au

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