About Atherton & the Atherton Tablelands
Atherton is a rural town perched on the Atherton Tablelands, a productive agricultural plateau in Far North Queensland. The area is surrounded by walking trails, volcanic crater lakes, and ancient fig trees, making it a natural hub for exploring the region's natural heritage.
Walks & Trails
The area offers a substantial network of hiking trails within close reach. Licketty split is just 1km away, while the Atherton Tablelands Rail Trail provides an accessible route through the local landscape. For more varied terrain, try Yabi Bush Walk, Track 8.1 - Hack, Track 8.2 - Appendicitis, Track 2.9 - Rock Slide, and Ewe Beauty, all within 3km. Longer day walks include Track 1 - Knowles Nard, Track 6 - Ridgy Didge, and several other tracks accessible within the immediate vicinity.
Camping
Several caravan parks and campsites operate around Atherton. Atherton Hallorans Leisure Park and the BIG 4 NRMA Atherton Tablelands Holiday Park are both just 2km away and offer powered and unpowered sites. Gallo Park and Atherton Caravan Park and Units sit 4km from town. For bush camping, Baldy Mountain Forest Reserve Bush Camping, Old Mates Farm, and Rocky Creek War Memorial Park are within 12km.
Attractions & Things to See
The Cathedral Fig Tree is a spectacular ancient specimen 6km from Atherton. Further afield, Lake Eacham and Lake Barrine are volcanic crater lakes offering scenic stops, while the Curtain Fig Tree is another remarkable natural feature. For waterfall visitors, Stoney Creek Falls and Zillie Falls are day-trip destinations.
Golf
The Atherton Golf Course is just 1km from the visitor centre. Mareeba Golf Club, Millaa Millaa Golf Club, and Ravenshoe Millstream Country Club are within 50km for regional rounds.
Pubs & Dining
The Barron Valley Hotel is walkable at 1km. Tolga Hotel, Lake Eacham Hotel, and Kairi Hotel are nearby for refreshment stops between exploring the region's trails and attractions.
Wineries & Cellar Doors
de Brueys Boutique Wines is 29km south, offering a regional wine experience. Golden Drop Winery is further afield at 45km.