Tamborine Mountain - Gold Coast, Qld, Australia
Queensland's Gold Coast Hinterland is a Breathtaking Must See
Oct 1, 2009
Mention Queensland’s famous Gold Coast and the images that immediately spring to mind include warm golden sand on beaches that stretch along the eastern shores, with crystal blue ocean and rolling waves to entice surfers and sunbathers.
Yet to the west, secreted away in the Gold Coast Hinterland lies Tamborine Mountain. With a subtropical to temperate climate, it is a plateau borne of a lava flow from the Mt Warning volcano, some 22 million years ago. It is about 8 kms long, 5 kms wide and approximately 600 metres above sea level.
Tamborine Mountain is a Short Drive From Brisbane and From the Gold Coast
Queensland’s capital city, Brisbane, lies about one hour’s drive to the north of Tamborine Mountain. From Surfers Paradise, on the Gold Coast, it takes only about 45 minutes inland to drive up the windy scenic roads.
Commune With Nature and Sight Koalas, Wallabies, Birdlife and More
Tamborine Mountain provides an immense variety of flora and fauna. The National Parks boast creeks and waterfalls with stands of Piccabeen Palms, towering Fig Trees with Elkhorns and Staghorns. Introduced species of flora include the colourful Jacaranda and Bougainvillea.
There are 9 sections of National Parks to enjoy. Picnic facilities are provided and walking trails provide visitors with the opportunity to sight a range of animal and bird life including the Albert Lyrebird, Brush Turkeys, the colourful Rainbow Lorikeets, King Parrots, and Rosellas. Bower Birds, Whip Birds, Butcher Birds and Magpies lend musical cheer to the sounds of the rainforests.
Inhabiting the forest floors are the likes of Bandicoots, and Wallabies. Platypus live in the Mountain creeks. Look to the treetops to sight Koalas and Possums. An array of butterflies provide a splash of colour against the lush green backdrop and a variety of frogs keep time to nature’s heartbeat.
Tamborine Mountain Offers the Choice of Camping Grounds, B&B's, Motels, Hotels, Chalets, Lodges and Resorts
There is a wide variety of accommodation to suit all tastes and budgets, including camping facilities, traditional bed and breakfasts, cosy chalets and lodges, country motels, hotels and resorts. Some facilities include spas, pools and log fires. Others offer stunning ocean and city views to the east, or with breathtaking views of the Hinterland to the west.
Locals and Tourists Enjoy the Ambience of the Tamborine Mountain Community
Tamborine Mountain exudes a special magic to the point where some day visitors have returned to stay for a lifetime. With a current population of approximately 6,000 people from all over the world, the semi-rural aspects of the Mountain, with its beauty and peace, supports the needs of visitors and locals alike.
Crops grow from rich red soil, producing flowers, grapes, coffee, rhubarb, kiwi fruit and avocados. The area has attracted many gifted Australian artists who work with wood, glass and ceramics. A stroll down Gallery Walk, one of the major attractions on Tamborine Mountain, offers a variety of stores, retail outlets and galleries which sell art, jewellery, crafts, and fashion items. For those with a sweet tooth, there is the opportunity to indulge in local treats like fudge, home made cakes and jams. There are restaurants and cafes aplenty, catering to all tastes and requirements. Other local attractions to visit are the wineries and vineyards as well as a brewery.
Visit the Markets and Purchase Arts, Crafts and Locally Grown Produce
Visit the Tamborine Mountain Markets every second Sunday of the month at the Showgrounds on the Main Western Road. There, you will find a range of fresh produce, a wide variety of crafts, books, and flowers. Sit in the shade of a tree, enjoy the cakes and sweets on sale, or hot and cold food and drinks which can be purchased from various stalls. Listen to talented local musicians and soak up the Mountain market ambience.
There is a Local Producers’ Market every Sunday from 8.00am until midday at the same showgrounds where you can purchase locally grown fresh fruit, vegetables and preserves. Alternatively, visit the Tamborine State School Markets held on the last Sunday of each month on the school oval, corner of Long and Curtis Roads.
Whether one seeks a dose of fresh clean air, or to commune with the outdoors, enjoy shopping or enjoy fabulous cuisine, Mount Tamborine is sure to beckon a sightseer’s return.
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