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Leahton Park
Charters Towers
Queensland 4820 Australia
Texas Longhorn Wagon Tours and Safaris
Charters Towers,
Charters Towers Area
Description
Witness the majestic and historic Texas Longhorns on a horse drawn wagon ride or Safari - an experience like no other.
Take a traditional horse drawn wagon ride or Ranger Safari and a trip back in time, back to the 'Old West' to the time of the legendary Texas Longhorns. Situated just 10 kilometres from Charters Towers, North Queensland, is Leahton Park, home to the largest purebred herd of Texas Longhorns in Australia. These cattle are direct descendants of the millions of Longhorns that walked in the great trail herds out of Texas in the late 1800s.
... moreIt is also home to the world famous Texas Longhorn steer - JR. JR was born and raised at Leahton Park and was certified by Guinness World Records to have the longest horns measured tip to tip, of all cattle in the world. His horns now exceed 9 feet 3 inches or 2.82 metres.
Listen to the yarns and learn the history of this iconic and magnificent breed of cattle while enjoying the canvas covered wagon ride in the bush on the one and only experience of its kind. Kangaroos, water buffaloes, deer and native Aussie wildlife are all at Leahton Park.
... lessProperty Details
Facilities
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Assisted Access -
Car park -
First Aid Equipment -
Guide -
Disabled Parking -
Picnic Area -
Public toilet -
Shaded Area -
Sheltered Area
Activities
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Animal Watching -
Birdwatching
Open Times
Public Holidays: Groups can be catered for on any day. Contact the operator for further details or visit the website. Prior bookings are essential.
Other Information
Children:
Children are welcome.
Disabled:
There is access for guests with a disability, please inquire upon booking. Access to the Safari Ranger is easier for people with profound physical disabilities.
Pets Allowed:
Yes. Dogs must be on a leash at all times. Please contact the operator for approval when booking.
How To Get There
Drive north towards Greenvale on Gregory Developmental Road. Travel two kilometres past the cemetery and turn left on Urdera Road (you will see the Bethel Saddlery and Texas Longhorns sign). Leahton Park is five kilometres along Urdera Road; follow the signs to the property. Drive on through the double white gates to the homestead, across the cattle grid and follow the parking signs
Entry Costs
| Entry | Cost | Valid From | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Adult | $55.00 | 01 May - 01 May | Horse drawn Texas Longhorn Wagon Tour only. |
| Adult | $60.00 | 01 May - 31 Mar | Smoko and horse drawn Texas Longhorn Wagon Tour. |
| Adult | $70.00 | 01 May - 31 Mar | Smoko, Saddle Shop and horse drawn Texas Longhorn Wagon Tour. |
| Adult | $40.00 | 01 May - 31 Mar | Ranger all-terrain Texas Longhorn Safari. |
| Child (Aged 5-15) | $45.00 | 01 May - 01 May | Smoko, Saddle Shop and horse drawn Texas Longhorn Wagon Tour. |
| Child (Aged 5-15) | $35.00 | 01 May - 31 Mar | Horse drawn Texas Longhorn Wagon Tour only. |
| Child (Aged 5-15) | $40.00 | 01 May - 31 Mar | Smoko and horse drawn Texas Longhorn Wagon Tour. |
| Child (Aged 5-15) | $25.00 | 01 May - 31 Mar | Ranger all-terrain Texas Longhorn Safari. |
| Group | $1.00 | 01 May - 31 Mar | Group pricing on application. Discounts and extra options available for groups. |
* Please note: These rates are indicative based on the minimum and maximum available costs of listed products and services. To obtain a firm price from the provider, please use the contact the operator. All prices are quoted in Australian dollars.