Blackdown Tableland National Park

Introducing Blackdown Tableland National Park

The Blackdown Tableland is a spectacular 600m sandstone plateau that rises suddenly out of the flat plains of central Queensland. This impressive national park features stunning panoramas, waterfalls, great bushwalks and Aboriginal rock art, plus some unique wildlife and plant species. The turn-off to the Blackdown Tableland is 11km west of Dingo and 35km east of the coal-mining centre of Blackwater. The 23km gravel road, which begins at the base of the tableland, isn’t suitable for caravans and can be unsafe in wet weather – the first 8km stretch is steep, winding and often slippery. At the top you’ll come to the breathtaking Horseshoe Lookout, with picnic tables, barbecues and toilets. There’s a walking trail to Two Mile Falls (2km) starting here.

The picturesque South Mimosa Creek camping ground (Dingo rangers 4986 1964; per person/family $8/20) is a self-registration camping area about 6km on from Horseshoe Lookout. It has pit toilets and fireplaces – you’ll need water, firewood and/or a fuel stove. Bookings are advised.

Last updated: Feb 17, 2009