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Maroochy
Places
Travelling
inland in Maroochyallows you to discover a range of fascinating
locations,
which include national parks, fabulous views, and a touch of the real
Australia.
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It
is also close to the picturesque Mapleton Falls, which is a highlight
of
a walk through breathtaking eucalypt forest and rainforest, home to
rare
native flora and fauna.
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Mapleton
Mapleton,
settled in 1888, is the northern most point of the Blackall Range
and is
the first of the hinterland villages as visitors travel from Nambour.
Home
of the Mapleton Yarn Festival at the local Mapleton Tavern, Mapleton is
a great place to enjoy a pint with lunch and views that go on forever.
Mapleton
includes quality hosted accommodation, caravan parks and the beautiful
Liliponds Park.
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Flaxton
Flaxton
features some fine examples of early "Queenslander" timber homes with
spacious
verandas and tongue in groove timber walls. |
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Located
on the seaward side of the Blackall Range escarpment, Flaxton has
expansive
views of the Sunshine Coast.
Consisting of a small group of restaurants,
guesthouses, art and craft galleries,
and private dwellings nestled in among the avocado orchards, Flaxton is
an ideal place to picnic and enjoy life. |
Montville
Montville
was first settled in 1887 and is today known by some as the
"Creative Heart
of the Sunshine Coast". This charming village is home to a range of
quality
art galleries that exhibit, and sometimes produce, works of great
interest
to all art lovers. Shoppers also love the many craft shops, fashion
boutiques
and gift shops that exhibit a staggering range of affordable, locally
made
items.Close
to Montville is the Kondalilla National Park. Kondalilla is aboriginal
for 'rushing waters' and is home to scenic walks and spectacular
waterfalls.
It is ideal for a picnic, a swim, or just to escape into the cool
rainforest.The
villages of the Blackall range are just 35 minutes drive from
Maroochydore
and are a wonderful alternative to Maroochy's beachside communities.
Discover
the Mapleton, Flaxton and Montville on the beautiful Blackall Range -
and
enjoy the beautiful scenic drive with views of ocean and mountains -
you
deserve it!
Kenilworth
Kenilworth
is the heart of the beautiful Mary Valley and was surveyed off
Kenilworth
Station in 1921. It still has the original 1920's ambience, with its
tree
lined main street that accommodates the area's main business houses
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Kenilworth
is a renowned "tidy town" and located in an idyllic country setting
close
to spectacular national parks and state forests. Home of the annual
Kenilworth
Rodeo and Art Expo, Kenilworth attractions include the Cheese factory,
a Gallery of Fine Arts, an outstanding historical museum, and includes
an Internet Café and an excellent children's playground, all
with
a feeling of old-world charm and country hospitality.
Kenilworth
is an ideal base from which to explore the important national parks and
state forests that dominate the area.
Visit
our "Maroochy
Wild
Places" page for more details. |
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you canoe at Little Yabba Creek, camp at Charlie Moreland park at the
Kenilworth
State Forest or hike the spectacular Kenilworth Bluff, there is a lot
to
do and see. Sample fine local wines, try locally made cheeses and enjoy
fine arts and crafts on display. Only
1 hour from Maroochydore or 45 minutes on a more adventurous route via
the Obi Obi Valley, Kenilworth is a part of rural Australia you won't
want
to miss. Discover Kenilworth - you deserve it! |
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