Stephen's Guidebook
Sightseeing
The Queen Mary Falls spectacularly flow all year round and are in close proximity to the Brown and Dagg Falls and the Condamine - 14 River Crossings drive. The falls are a 36 minute drive from Teviot Gardens, one way. Due to the closure of the Head Road, the best access from the property is via White Swamp Road.
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Queen Mary Falls
The Queen Mary Falls spectacularly flow all year round and are in close proximity to the Brown and Dagg Falls and the Condamine - 14 River Crossings drive. The falls are a 36 minute drive from Teviot Gardens, one way. Due to the closure of the Head Road, the best access from the property is via White Swamp Road.
Maroon Dam is located just over 20km west of Teviot Garden Estate. Fishing and watersports are popular activities at the dam. The dam is stocked with Australian bass, golden perch, Mary River cod and silver perch. There are also large yabbies to be caught. There are no vessel restrictions at the dam. Fishing is permitted along the shore of Slater Park and Maroon Dam Day Use Area and on the dam from vessels.
Maroon Dam
Maroon Dam is located just over 20km west of Teviot Garden Estate. Fishing and watersports are popular activities at the dam. The dam is stocked with Australian bass, golden perch, Mary River cod and silver perch. There are also large yabbies to be caught. There are no vessel restrictions at the dam. Fishing is permitted along the shore of Slater Park and Maroon Dam Day Use Area and on the dam from vessels.
Just a short scenic drive from Teviot Gardens is the scenic Moogerah Dam. A must see when in this part of the world.
Moogerah Dam, Moogerah QLD 4309, Austrália
Just a short scenic drive from Teviot Gardens is the scenic Moogerah Dam. A must see when in this part of the world.
The Dagg, Browns and Queen Mary Falls are in close proximity to each other and well worth the trip. Due to the closure of the Head Road, best access is via White Swamp Road. Continue on to Killarney and then complete the circuit via the Condamine Gorge - 14 River Crossings (4wd only) before returning to the homestead via White Swamp Road.
Dagg Falls Lookout
Spring Creek RoadThe Dagg, Browns and Queen Mary Falls are in close proximity to each other and well worth the trip. Due to the closure of the Head Road, best access is via White Swamp Road. Continue on to Killarney and then complete the circuit via the Condamine Gorge - 14 River Crossings (4wd only) before returning to the homestead via White Swamp Road.
The Condamine River Road in Killarney’s Cambanoora Gorge is perfect for respectful four wheel drivers, hikers, horse riders and mountain bikers. The ’14 River Crossings’ is appropriately named after the 14 river crossings you have to make exploring this beautiful part of the Gorge.
The Cambanoora Gorge runs between “The Head” (bordered by Wilsons Peak and Mt Superbus) and the town of Killarney. To commence the route from Boonah, start opposite the Police Station, travel out from Boonah along Rathdowney Road and turn right at Carney’s Creek Road. Travel out approximately 12 kilometres to cross Teviot Brook floodway and then turn right to The Head. The low road is Condamine Gorge.
Condamine Gorge
1191 Condamine River RdThe Condamine River Road in Killarney’s Cambanoora Gorge is perfect for respectful four wheel drivers, hikers, horse riders and mountain bikers. The ’14 River Crossings’ is appropriately named after the 14 river crossings you have to make exploring this beautiful part of the Gorge.
The Cambanoora Gorge runs between “The Head” (bordered by Wilsons Peak and Mt Superbus) and the town of Killarney. To commence the route from Boonah, start opposite the Police Station, travel out from Boonah along Rathdowney Road and turn right at Carney’s Creek Road. Travel out approximately 12 kilometres to cross Teviot Brook floodway and then turn right to The Head. The low road is Condamine Gorge.
Carr’s Lookout is located on Spring Creek Road, approximately 8km north east of Queen Mary Falls. Stop a moment to take in the stunning view from Carr’s Lookout – there is an easily accessible carpark available near the lookout. A sign board tells the history of a 1955 plane crash on Mt Superbus, the wreckage of which is still there. The Condamine River head waters are also visible, which runs on into the Murray-Darling river system.
Carr’s Lookout forms part of the Falls Drive, which also takes you past Queen Mary Falls, Brown’s Falls and Dagg’s Falls. Due to the closure of the Head Road access is now via White Swamp Road.
Carr's Lookout
Carr’s Lookout is located on Spring Creek Road, approximately 8km north east of Queen Mary Falls. Stop a moment to take in the stunning view from Carr’s Lookout – there is an easily accessible carpark available near the lookout. A sign board tells the history of a 1955 plane crash on Mt Superbus, the wreckage of which is still there. The Condamine River head waters are also visible, which runs on into the Murray-Darling river system.
Carr’s Lookout forms part of the Falls Drive, which also takes you past Queen Mary Falls, Brown’s Falls and Dagg’s Falls. Due to the closure of the Head Road access is now via White Swamp Road.
The Teviot Brook borders the property on the northern side and is just 100 meters from the homestead. Best access is gained from the property itself.
The Teviot Brook rises in the Main Range at Carneys Creek and joins the Logan River at Cedar Grove and is part of the Clarence Moreton Basin.
The catchment experiences strong seasonality with heavy rainfall in summer and a dry winter. It is generally a passive, idealic swimming and picnic location for most of the season and is one of Australia's most picturesque waterways. The Teviot Brook passes through the town of Boonah and Mt Alford and flows into the Wyaralong Dam between Allenview and Wyaralong at the southern end of the Flinders Peak Group.
It was named on 6 August 1828 by Allan Cunningham, a botanist and explorer, after the River Teviot, Roxburghshire, Scotland. A plaque commemorating the naming is found at Coulson School in Coulson.
Teviot Brook (Ickkaybin), Queensland, Austrália
The Teviot Brook borders the property on the northern side and is just 100 meters from the homestead. Best access is gained from the property itself.
The Teviot Brook rises in the Main Range at Carneys Creek and joins the Logan River at Cedar Grove and is part of the Clarence Moreton Basin.
The catchment experiences strong seasonality with heavy rainfall in summer and a dry winter. It is generally a passive, idealic swimming and picnic location for most of the season and is one of Australia's most picturesque waterways. The Teviot Brook passes through the town of Boonah and Mt Alford and flows into the Wyaralong Dam between Allenview and Wyaralong at the southern end of the Flinders Peak Group.
It was named on 6 August 1828 by Allan Cunningham, a botanist and explorer, after the River Teviot, Roxburghshire, Scotland. A plaque commemorating the naming is found at Coulson School in Coulson.
This circuit short has breathtaking views of volcanic peaks, the Fassifern Valley and Lake Moogerah. The circuit commences at the eastern end of The Crest car park. It passes the Allan Cunningham monument and is the beginning of an extensive track system on the northern side of Cunninghams Gap. The Fassifern Valley lookout is on the eastern part of the circuit and can be reached by climbing the stairs at the first track junction.
For an easier way round the circuit, turn left at the base of the stairs and walk the circuit in a clockwise direction.
Main Range National Park
This circuit short has breathtaking views of volcanic peaks, the Fassifern Valley and Lake Moogerah. The circuit commences at the eastern end of The Crest car park. It passes the Allan Cunningham monument and is the beginning of an extensive track system on the northern side of Cunninghams Gap. The Fassifern Valley lookout is on the eastern part of the circuit and can be reached by climbing the stairs at the first track junction.
For an easier way round the circuit, turn left at the base of the stairs and walk the circuit in a clockwise direction.
Queen Mary Falls is a short 35 minute drive, along White Swamp Road, from Teviot Gardens and is one of several plunge water falls in the region.
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Queen Mary Falls
Queen Mary Falls is a short 35 minute drive, along White Swamp Road, from Teviot Gardens and is one of several plunge water falls in the region.
A short drive from Teviot Gardens and not far from the Queen Mary and Dagg Falls and the Condamine Gorge, 14 River Crossings.
Browns Falls
LOT 143 Spring Creek RdA short drive from Teviot Gardens and not far from the Queen Mary and Dagg Falls and the Condamine Gorge, 14 River Crossings.
Dagg Falls is a plunge falls on Spring Creek that is only a few KMs from the Queen Mary and Browns Falls.
Dagg Falls Lookout
Spring Creek RoadDagg Falls is a plunge falls on Spring Creek that is only a few KMs from the Queen Mary and Browns Falls.
one of two lakes in the region, Mogerah is a great picnic and skiiing destination and only a short distance from Teviot Gardens.
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Lake Moogerah
one of two lakes in the region, Mogerah is a great picnic and skiiing destination and only a short distance from Teviot Gardens.
The Condamine Gorge, 14 River Crossings is a spectacular (4wd) drive for those seeking a new experience. Perhaps you may even see a platypus. Circle home through Killarney and the Queen Mary, Browns and Dagg water falls to complete your adventure.
Condamine Gorge
1191 Condamine River RdThe Condamine Gorge, 14 River Crossings is a spectacular (4wd) drive for those seeking a new experience. Perhaps you may even see a platypus. Circle home through Killarney and the Queen Mary, Browns and Dagg water falls to complete your adventure.
Why would you want to leave Teviot Gardens when the Teviot Brook flows past the property just 100 metres from the homestead.
Teviot Brook (Ickkaybin)
Why would you want to leave Teviot Gardens when the Teviot Brook flows past the property just 100 metres from the homestead.
Food scene
A special place for lunch, dinner or just a scenic drive. It is near the village of Mt. Alford so stop off at the local brewery or the Mt Alford pub for a beer.
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Kooroomba Vineyards and Lavender Farm.
168 F M Bells RdA special place for lunch, dinner or just a scenic drive. It is near the village of Mt. Alford so stop off at the local brewery or the Mt Alford pub for a beer.
Drawing inspiration from Boonah’s original name, ‘Blumbergville’, Blume Restaurant is a space where Scenic Rim visitors and the local community can come together and have a truly unique experience.
With a menu based on the principle of ‘time and place’, they only serve produce from local suppliers - not because it is trendy, but simply because it is the way it should be.
A destination dining experience needs to be memorable. Its focus is not only on the food and wine, but also a personal and unforgettable guest experience.
Blume Restaurant
Drawing inspiration from Boonah’s original name, ‘Blumbergville’, Blume Restaurant is a space where Scenic Rim visitors and the local community can come together and have a truly unique experience.
With a menu based on the principle of ‘time and place’, they only serve produce from local suppliers - not because it is trendy, but simply because it is the way it should be.
A destination dining experience needs to be memorable. Its focus is not only on the food and wine, but also a personal and unforgettable guest experience.
Scenic Rim Brewery, housed in a heritage-listed general store in the small country town of Mount Alford, is a boutique brewery and café, offering quality craft beer, homemade cakes and country hospitality.
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Scenic Rim Brewery Pty Ltd
898 Reckumpilla StScenic Rim Brewery, housed in a heritage-listed general store in the small country town of Mount Alford, is a boutique brewery and café, offering quality craft beer, homemade cakes and country hospitality.
The Mount Alford Hotel is a great little country pub about a 15min drive from Teviot Gardens. She's definitely not the prettiest pub around, but the friendliness, food and the local scenery more than makes up for it ...
Mount Alford Hotel
901 Reckumpilla StThe Mount Alford Hotel is a great little country pub about a 15min drive from Teviot Gardens. She's definitely not the prettiest pub around, but the friendliness, food and the local scenery more than makes up for it ...
A boutique vineyard with cellar door selling Verjuice, Wine and Port made from grapes grown on the property. A 10 minute drive from Boonah.
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Bunjurgen Estate Vineyard/Winery - Boonah
121 Brent RdA boutique vineyard with cellar door selling Verjuice, Wine and Port made from grapes grown on the property. A 10 minute drive from Boonah.
This is well worth the drive, as the view itself almost outweighs the fact that you can sip on boutique wines and nibble on local produce. Enjoy the expansive view over Lake Wyaralong while dining on a two or three course menu featuring local seasonal foods.
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The Overflow Estate 1895
1660 Beaudesert Boonah RdThis is well worth the drive, as the view itself almost outweighs the fact that you can sip on boutique wines and nibble on local produce. Enjoy the expansive view over Lake Wyaralong while dining on a two or three course menu featuring local seasonal foods.
Cruise between great country pubs starting with the Commercial and Dugandan Hotels in Boonah, the Mt. Alford Hotel and the Royal Hotel Kalbar.
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Dugandan Hotel
124 Boonah Rathdowney RdCruise between great country pubs starting with the Commercial and Dugandan Hotels in Boonah, the Mt. Alford Hotel and the Royal Hotel Kalbar.
Forward bookings are essential if you wish to savour the delights of this intimate restaurant.
Blume Restaurant
5 Church StreetForward bookings are essential if you wish to savour the delights of this intimate restaurant.
A special food and wine venue at Mt. Alford in the heart of the Scenic Rim. Just a short drive from the Teviot Gardens, bookings are essential.
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Kooroomba Vineyards and Lavender Farm.
168 F M Bells RdA special food and wine venue at Mt. Alford in the heart of the Scenic Rim. Just a short drive from the Teviot Gardens, bookings are essential.
Adventure
A great place for adults and children alike. Sample a plethora or camel products, enjoy lunch at the café or take a ride on a camel. Heaps to do, see and enjoy.
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Summer Land Camels
8 Charles Chauvel DrA great place for adults and children alike. Sample a plethora or camel products, enjoy lunch at the café or take a ride on a camel. Heaps to do, see and enjoy.
Hike through World Heritage-listed forests along the cliff-rimmed escarpment of an ancient volcano, taking in stunning views over the valleys and impressive peaks of south east Queensland’s Scenic Rim.
Scenic Rim Trail
7791 Cunningham HwyHike through World Heritage-listed forests along the cliff-rimmed escarpment of an ancient volcano, taking in stunning views over the valleys and impressive peaks of south east Queensland’s Scenic Rim.
The hike to the Lincoln Bomber Wreck on Mt Superbus is classified very hard due to the difficulty of following the trail, the steepness of the second part of the track, the remote area and the necessary scrambling. This hike is for the most experienced bushwalkers with equipment and well developed navigational skill and with a high level of fitness. The trail runs in the heart of the Gondwana Forest, the most extensive areas of subtropical rainforest in the world.
Mount Superbus, Carneys Creek QLD 4310, Austrália
The hike to the Lincoln Bomber Wreck on Mt Superbus is classified very hard due to the difficulty of following the trail, the steepness of the second part of the track, the remote area and the necessary scrambling. This hike is for the most experienced bushwalkers with equipment and well developed navigational skill and with a high level of fitness. The trail runs in the heart of the Gondwana Forest, the most extensive areas of subtropical rainforest in the world.
There are four maintained tracks around the base of Mount Barney: Yellow Pinch, Lower Portals, Cronan Creek and Upper Portals tracks. All are classified as grade 4 walking tracks. Easier walks can be found close by at Moogerah Peaks and Main Range national parks.
Walking is advised during cooler weather, usually April to September. Be aware that walking in hotter weather can be very hazardous due to high temperatures and lack of surface water.
Please read and follow the guidelines for staying safe and for reducing your impact on the park.
Mount Barney National Park
There are four maintained tracks around the base of Mount Barney: Yellow Pinch, Lower Portals, Cronan Creek and Upper Portals tracks. All are classified as grade 4 walking tracks. Easier walks can be found close by at Moogerah Peaks and Main Range national parks.
Walking is advised during cooler weather, usually April to September. Be aware that walking in hotter weather can be very hazardous due to high temperatures and lack of surface water.
Please read and follow the guidelines for staying safe and for reducing your impact on the park.
Treat the children to a day out a new and different adventure.
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Summer Land Camels
8 Charles Chauvel DrTreat the children to a day out a new and different adventure.