Let’s Drive QUEENSLAND
SOMERSET SCENIC LAKES DRIVE Breathe in the fresh country air
Hit the road and breathe in the fresh country air as you leave the city and your worries behind. The rural panoramas and water-side stops are a day-tripper’s delight, while the curves, dips and slopes make for an epic ride. Your adventure starts in Yowie country, Kilcoy. Explore the environmental centre and the surrounds of Yowie Park. Why not fuel your morning with a famous Yowie Coffee while you’re there? Head south to Lake Somerset via the expansive beauty of the waters at Kirkleagh, the Spit and Somerset Park. Just below the dam wall, lies the quaint and peaceful village of Somerset Dam. As you travel southward, the waters of Lake Somerset begin to flow into Lake Wivenhoe through the Stanley River. Stop at O’Shea’s Crossing for a peaceful pause, where the two great lakes meet. Next up, the town of Esk awaits, brimming with country cafes, galleries
and authentic Aussie pubs. Esk has the rugged beauty of Mount Glen Rock as its backdrop. Admire the historic shopfronts and pop in to explore offerings of local arts, crafts, fresh produce and antiques. Let the Brisbane Valley Highway be your guide as you venture alongside Lake Wivenhoe. Discover the native flora and fauna at Hamon Cove or Logan Inlet, or take a bushwalk through the scenic Wivenhoe Hill Trails. Visit the Spillway Lookout for amazing views of the Wivenhoe Dam wall before heading to Fernvale to explore its country cafes and quaint shops including the iconic Old Fernvale Bakery.
PLACES OF Interest
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Enjoy a day of water adventure at the day use areas at Kirkleagh and The Spit.
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For those who enjoy calm water-based recreation be sure to visit Wivenhoe Dam.
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Why not stay longer at one of the private campgrounds, holiday houses or retreats.
