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Somerset Trail
Mount Mee,
Country Valleys
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13 7468Email:
qpws@nprsr.qld.com.au
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www.nprsr.qld.gov.au
Description
At the D'Aguilar Range's northern end, this huge expanse of rainforest and eucalypt forest in Mount Mee Forest Reserve contains clear creeks, and lookouts with lovely views.
Beginning at the Gantry, this mind-calming walk contains beautiful open forests, scribbly gum forests, rainforest remnants, hoop pine plantations and picturesque creek scenery.
... moreAbout halfway along, enjoy the magnificent views to the west, overlooking Somerset and Wivenhoe Dams. On your return, enjoy a picnic at the Gantry picnic area where the remains of the old sawmill that operated here until 1981 can still be seen.
... lessAbout the Walk
Distance:
13 kmsDuration:
3-4 hoursCategory:
Half Day Walk, Half Day WalkDifficulty:
EasyType:
CircuitStart Point:
The Gantry picnic area, 150metres from the car park entrance.Walk Highlights
- Views over lakes
- Scribbly gum forests
- Rainforest remnants
- Old sawmill remains
Walk Hints
Wear sturdy shoes and carry water.
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Further Details:
The Somerset Trail highlights include: views over lakes, scribbly gum forests, rainforest remnants and old sawmill remains. The Trail is a 13 kilometre easy trail which should take between three and four hours to complete. Be sure to wear sturdy shoes and carry water.
How To Get There:
Mount Mee is about 90 minutes drive or 60kilometres north-west of Brisbane. From the south, travel through Samford and Dayboro then follow Mount Mee and Sellin Roads to the forest. From the north, turn off the D'Aguilar Highway at D'Aguilar south of Woodford.
The Somerset Trail highlights include: views over lakes, scribbly gum forests, rainforest remnants and old sawmill remains. The Trail is a 13 kilometre easy trail which should take between three and four hours to complete. Be sure to wear sturdy shoes and carry water.
How To Get There:
Mount Mee is about 90 minutes drive or 60kilometres north-west of Brisbane. From the south, travel through Samford and Dayboro then follow Mount Mee and Sellin Roads to the forest. From the north, turn off the D'Aguilar Highway at D'Aguilar south of Woodford.
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Mount Mee State Forest and Forest Reserve
Mount Mee,Country Valleys
Queensland 4521 Australia
Mount Mee,Country Valleys
Queensland 4521 Australia
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