When you visit Brisbane you should take in the wondrous views of the Brisbane Hinterland
with all breathtaking wide open spaces shared with the D'Aguilar Range and Mount Glorious. What a view to behold, these monstrous majesties are just outside of Brisbane and you are encouraged to wander through these open space and enjoy the many species of animals native to the area.
Wine lovers won't want to miss out on the Barambah wine trails drive. This trip will allow any traveler to experience the many wineries all on one convenient afternoon drive. Take your time on this drive and soak up all the different things there is to enjoy. Creating just the right blend of wine for any seasoned taste is just one of the treats. Travel back through time to the timber production towns that are not charming villages frozen in time for pictures and lunch.
Hikers have all come to recognize Brisbane Forest Park as one of the top notch hiking experiences near the city of Brisbane. This hike is a one of a kind, allowing you to take in the view of Lake Wivenhoe from the lookout point. You will have to pass by mountain streams and breathtaking waterfalls to get there, but getting there was never this much fun.
While you are at the Brisbane National Forest be sure to go to the very friendly Walkabout Creek Wildlife Center. You can take the kids and enjoy all the educational and interesting exhibits that show off some of the native creatures such as water dragons and pythons. You can also take a step back and see what life was like when they made their living from the wool of sheep.
Australia's winter annually plays host to whales. Point Lookout with it's incredible views is the best place to view these magnificent water mammals. Point Lookout as well as the rain forest is part of North Stradbrooke Island, and always the right choice to hit and play in the water away from the city.