Southern Downs Nature & Outdoor Attractions

Aloomba Lavender on the Mount Lindesay Road (three to four kilometres north of Liston) is part of a 4,000 acre cattle property set in picturesque rolling hills... read more

The Australian Rodeo Heritage Centre is a place to follow history and relive the glory of the Australian Professional Rodeo Association's greatest champions and rodeo... read more

Bald Rock National Park is located 45 minutes south of Stanthorpe on the Mount Lindesay Highway. Bald Rock is the main feature of the National Park. This dome is 750... read more

Bungawarra Winery is one of the oldest vineyards around Stanthorpe (dating back more than 100 years) and was purchased by the Harden family in August 1993... read more

Imagine seeing spectacular Granite Belt scenery and vineyards from your own private verandah. Carriage Stop provides a unique experience in one of the premier wine locations... read more

At an average elevation of 900 metres above sea level, Girraween National Park is situated on the northern extremity of the New England Tablelands. Girraween National... read more

The trek '14 River Crossings' appropriately named after the 14 river crossings located across this track. This is a good track for the novice four wheel driver who is... read more

Crystal Ridge Lavenders is only three kilometres from Stanthorpe, the heart of Queensland's premier wine country. It is part of a 160 acre prime lamb raising property... read more

The Darling Downs Hotel is more commonly known as the Sandy Creek Pub which is situated on Sandy Creek Road at the start of the Sprint Route through to Leyburn... read more

Visit a bushranger hideout! 'Thunderbolt' who roamed the New England Tableland, had one of his hideouts near Pozieres. Donnelly's Castle, as it is now called, is a rock... read more

Giardino Cafe and Farm Tours is dedicated to the late Mr Salvatore Turrisi (1911-1993). Today a third generation is using the latest farming practices and modern equipment... read more

Huge granite boulders tower above open forests in the spectacular and popular Girraween National Park outside Stanthorpe. The wildflowers in spring are absolutely incredible!... read more

After more than 70 years of decline and dereliction, Glengallan emerges from the ruins of the 1867 sandstone mansion as a unique heritage experience. Walk through time... read more

Glenlyon Dam is ideal for wildlife viewing and many water sports including skiing, sailing and fishing. Fish species in the dam include Golden Perch, Murray Cod, Silver... read more

Goomburra, Main Range National Park is a World Heritage area allowing superb views over Laidley Valley, the rugged border ranges to the south, and Mount Castle in the... read more

Granite Gardens consists of 2,000 roses, dreamy blossoms and secret pathways with magical discoveries over a 10 acre property. Situated 13 kilometres south west of Stanthorpe... read more

Granite Ridge Wines first vintage was in 1995. Since then they have been awarded trophies for Queenslands best White and best Red wines and are the only Queensland Winery... read more

At Harrington Glen Estate, enjoy the stunning views over the vineyard and the Glen Aplin region. Eight acres of Cabernet Sauvignon, Shiraz, Merlot, Verdelho, White Muscat... read more

Lucas Estate offers tasting for sales of wine and local produce, including Mount Stirling's Olives. They produce premium wines in their on site, state of the art winery... read more

Main Range National Park, following an arc of rugged peaks and ridges, is the crucial western link in south-east Queensland's remarkable Scenic Rim. Crossed by the... read more

No visit to Girraween National Park is complete without trekking across the rocky slabs to Mount Norman, the highest point in the park. Heading towards Castle Rock... read more

Quart Pot Creek runs through the town of Stanthorpe. It has been landscaped by the local Council, and now boasts concrete walking paths linking one end of town to the... read more

Situated 38 kilometres south of Toowoomba, in the heart of the country side, is Award Winning Rudds Pub, a historic, relaxing hotel in the small village of Nobby... read more

The Stanthorpe Regional Art Gallery displays quality exhibitions of both national and local importance, as well as fostering a strong program of regional artist exhibitions... read more

Storm King Dam is located 15 kilometres southeast of Stanthorpe on Eukey Road. A great spot to fish for Murray Cod, Yellowbelly and Golden Perch. Go boating, sailing... read more

High, remote and rough, Sundown National Park (south west of Stanthorpe) entices both self-sufficient campers and experienced bushwalkers to explore its rugged ridges... read more

Set in the heart of the Granite Belt, 15 kilometres south of Stanthorpe, The Bramble Patch occupies picturesque property tucked away high in the hills above Glen Aplin... read more

The Granite Belt Maze is nestled in the heart of the famous wine and fruit growing country situated eight kilometres north of Stanthorpe. The maze was planted late last... read more

Cross creeks, weave through eucalypt forests, past rocky outcrops and wetlands to the exposed rock face of Girraween National Park, where the track starts to climb up... read more

Warwick's Gardens Galore Cafe is set amongst the tranquility of water fountains with the fresh aroma of nursery plants, making it the perfect place to relax and unwind... read more

Whiskey Gully Wines, at Severnlea, is in the heart of the Granite Belt region which has ideal climate and soils for premium wine grape production. It produces elegant... read more