About Peak Range

Park features

Formed by volcanic activity between 32 and 29 million years ago, the prominent geological formations of Peak Range National Park are spectacular features amid the surrounding flat rural landscape. Created during a sequence of extensive lava flows passing over a volcanic ‘hot spot’ deep below in the Earth’s mantle, subsequent erosion has exposed a series of isolated basalt plateaus and cone-shaped protrusions.

Although a thin veneer of basalt flows, approximately 30m thick, covers the flat country, the remnant hills of hard rhyolite and trachyte in the Peak Range indicate that the volcanic sequence was originally much thicker, locally attaining thicknesses of about 500m.

The national park consists of 4 sections; Gemini Mountains, Wolfang Peak, Lords Table Mountain and Eastern Peak. The national park is located east of Clermont and forms some of the most spectacular scenery on the Central Highlands.

The national park conserves plants and animals of conservation significance within the Brigalow Belt North bioregion. Many of these species are of interest to scientists and land managers.

Read more information about the natural environment of Peak Range National Park.

Looking after the park

Parks and forests protect Queensland’s outstanding natural and cultural values. National parks, including heritage sites and artefacts, are protected areas under the Nature Conservation Act 1992. Penalties apply for offences against the Act.

• Remember, all things living or dead, are protected. Please leave everything as you found it.
• Dogs and other domestic animals are not permitted in the national park. Please observe the before you visit guidelines for dogs and pets.
• Rubbish bins are not provided. Do not bury rubbish—take your rubbish with you when you leave.
• Toilets are not provided in the national park. Public toilet facilities are located in Clermont and other nearby towns.
• Stop the spread of weeds, insect pests and pathogens. New introductions can spread and displace resident species and alter the local ecology. Soil from your vehicle and boots can contain weed seeds, ants (and their eggs) and foreign plant pathogens. Before you arrive, clean all vehicles (especially the tyres and undercarriage), and walking gear. If available, use a washdown facility in a local town. Follow the come clean, go clean guidelines and learn more about pest plants and animals and pathogens.

Park management

Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service (QPWS) manages Peak Range National Park under the Nature Conservation Act 1992 to conserve its natural, cultural and aesthetic values.

Tourism information links

Isaac Regional Council
www.isaac.qld.gov.au
Cnr Karmoo and Daintree Streets, Clermont
ph 1300 472 227
email records@isaac.qld.gov.au

For travel inspiration and to learn more about the towns, activities, tours and accommodation in this region, visit www.mackayisaac.com. For more information, chat to a friendly volunteer at one of the Visitor Information Centres.

For tourism information for all regions across Queensland visit www.queensland.com