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One of Queensland's largest parks covering some 79,500 ha
and home to the highest mountains in Queensland Mt Bartle
Frere (Choreechillum) (1622m) and Mt Bellenden Kerr
(1592m). Rain is abundant here with some of the
highest recordings ever in Australia one year the region
received over 10000mm of rain that's over 400 inches on the
old scale. Rainstorms are prevalent in this area all year
round and can make camping impossible in some parts. The
park is divided into two sections the Josephine Falls
section and the Palmerston section. The latter being home to
white water rafting along the North Josephine River,
canoeing and camping amongst the rainforest. The Josephine
Falls section is home to the two highest peaks in
Queensland. Entrance to this section is via unsealed road
and the climb to the peaks is for experienced mountain
climbers only. The waterfalls on the Josephine River can be
extremely dangerous visitors have been seriously injured
here, please be careful. Camping is permitted along the
track to the summit however there are no facilities
whatsoever in the Josephine Falls section, permits are
required before staying overnight. Camping facilities are
available in the Palmerston area and picnic/barbecue grounds
are available. For additional information contact the: |
