About Ingham & Hinchinbrook Island
Ingham sits on the Bruce Highway in Far North Queensland, positioned as the primary access point for Hinchinbrook Island National Park and the surrounding mountainous hinterland. This is prime territory for serious hikers and island explorers, with everything from day walks to multi-day wilderness trails within easy reach.
Walks & Trails
The Thorsborne Trail on Hinchinbrook Island is one of Australia's most renowned multi-day hikes, accessible just 5km away. For day walks, try Mercer Lane locally, or venture into the ranges for Jourama Falls Lookout Walk (26km), Paluma Dam to Jourama Falls (28km), and Blackhole Track (29km). Further afield, Mt Straloch Track, Bambaroo Track, Dalrymple Gap Walking Track, and Hermit Creek Hut Track offer moderate to challenging hikes through subtropical rainforest.
Camping
Ingham Tourist Park is just 3km away for caravan and motorhome stops. For backcountry camping, Jourama Falls camping area (25km) provides access to waterfall country, while Lake Paluma Camp Site (34km) and Bambaroo Billabong Bush Camp (30km) put you deeper in the ranges. Halifax Bay Wetland National Park has two camping areas at 22km and 27km.
Attractions & Things to See
Hinchinbrook Island dominates this region—a rugged national park island famous for its coastal and rainforest trails. Wallaman Falls (45km) is Australia's highest single-drop waterfall, while Girringun National Park (47km) encompasses much of the hinterland hiking network. Agnes Island (52km) offers another island experience in Halifax Bay.
Golf
Ingham Golf Club is just 2km from town, ideal for a quick round between hiking days.
Pubs & Dining
Three pubs cluster within 1km of the visitor centre: Hotel Hinchinbrook, East Ingham Hotel, and Victoria Hotel. For accommodation and meals further afield, Lucinda Point Hotel Motel (33km) provides beachside dining and lodging.