Local Attractions

There are many different attractions around Lake Monduran.

You can head into Gin Gin for a round of golf, visit the Saturday markets or grab a bite to eat at one of the local pubs.

Visit the Historical Museum or the Courthouse Art Gallery. Visit the Boolboonda tunnel which houses tiny wing bats and is the longest unsupported manmade tunnel in the southern hemisphere or take a drive to Goodnight Scrub National Park and enjoy the wildlife or do some bushwalking.

Lake Monduran is well known for its Barramundi fishing but for those not into fishing there is a walking track that is 6kms one way, great for spotting the many species of wildlife found in this area.

We have board games and DVD's for loan from the office and if you are feeling energetic we have a volleyball net set up and ready to go. There is also plenty of space for a game of cricket or soccer or just sit back and relax in the peaceful bush setting.

It is just under an hours drive to Bundaberg where you can take a tour of the Rum Distillery, take a cruise along the Burnett river or just do a spot of shopping after which you will return to the peaceful and relaxing surrounds of Lake Monduran Holiday Park.

THINGS TO DO IN AND AROUND LAKE MONDURAN & GIN GIN

Originally the Shire was settled with sheep then cattle and sugar cane. Today the region has diversified into a wide range of industries including, emus, ostriches, wines, crayfish, quails, olives, small crops and goats.

	Gin Gin district historical society inc 07 4157 3099
	Visit Gin Gin regional courthouse gallery 07 4157 2154
	Gem and Mineral gallery 07 4157 2042
	35-40 min drive to Mt Perry where there is a federal Inn old picture theatre with restaurant and bar revamped and Kalpowar State Forest
	Goodnight scrub national park - bush walking no camping yet great views of paradise dam
	15 places to eat and 2 pubs
	52km from Bundaberg/35min drive
	Regional Show -every May at the Gin Gin Showgrounds
	Find out about Queensland's only authentic bushranger
	Discover the pioneering masterpiece of the Boolboonda Tunnel
	Explore the largest natural hoop pine forest in Australia
	Fish for magnificent barramundi
	Visit a winery. The Wonbah winery (open only by appointment) or one of the 4 wineries in nearby Childers.(Vintners Secret, Brierley Wines, Isis Winery and Hill of Promise)
	Have morning tea at the lavender farm and visit an art gallery
	Learn about the Shire's past at the Historical Complex
	Visit the quaint towns of Wallaville and Tirroan and keep your eyes open for farm stalls which sell crispy vegetables and fresh fruit grown on the property

North East Loop – Rosedale, Baffle Creek, Agnes Waters, Lowmead

Lake Monduran to Rosedale. Distance = 37.9 km, Time= 57 minutes
This drive has a bit of everything to offer with beautiful country landscapes, pristine waterways and untouched surf beaches, the roads are a combination of sealed, graded dirt and sandy roads. A 4WD drive is only necessary for the sandy section and there is a different route that can bypass this road.

	Head 10klm south from Lake Monduran and turn left to Rosedale.
	Head northeast on Bellbooth Rd toward Lesters Rd
	Turn left at Rosedale Rd
	Continue on Diamond Hill Rd
	Continue on McPherson St

Rosedale to Baffle Creek. Distance = 20.2 km, Time = 45 minutes.
Rosedale is a little town with a great little hotel over 100 yrs old, the town has the markets on every Wednesday morning and has fresh produce, crafts and nic nacs.

	From Rosedale, head north on the Bundaberg/Lowmead Rd
	Turn right to the town of Baffle Creek.

Baffle Creek to Agnes Waters. Distance = 47.97km, Time= 49 minutes.
Baffle Creek has a number of shops and a new Tavern on the waterfront. The Baffle Creek estuary system is 157klms long and is one of two estuaries in Queensland classed as pristine. If you have a 4WD head north towards the town of 1770, this drive will take you through the Deepwater National Park along a sandy track to the beautiful Agnus Waters

The drive from Baffle Creek to Agnes Waters has 3 stops, each stop has a carpark and a track that will lead you to beautiful sandy beaches. Once you are in 1770/Agnus Waters enjoy the waterfront cafes, shopping and beaches, this place is a great stop for lunch or afternoon tea.

Agnes Waters to Lowmead. Distance = 50.22km, Time= 44minutes.

When leaving 1770/Agnus Waters head towards Bundaberg and take right hand turn signed Lowmead.

Lowmead to Lake Monduran Holiday Park. Distance 61.6 km, Time =1 hour & 17 minutes.
Lowmead is another one of those sleepy little towns with loads of character.

Head to the Bruce HWY, turn left and this will bring you back to Lake Monduran Holiday Park.

South West Loop- Boolboonda Tunnel, Mount Perry, Gin Gin, Wonbah Wineries

(Please note: Public entry to Wonbah Winery is by appointment only)

Lake Monduran to Boolboonda Tunnel. Distance = 52.48kms, Time = 55 minutes.

	Head south to Gin Gin approx 18kms
	Turn right to Mt Perry along this road you will come across a sign that says Boolboonda Tunnel
	Turn left and drive on through to the Tunnel entrance.

Boolboonda Tunnel to Mount Perry. Distance = 20.24, Time= 15minutes
The Boolboonda Tunnel was carved out of the mountain side in the 1800s and was the largest man made self supporting tunnels in the southern hemisphere, it was constructed to carry gold and copper by rail from the surrounding mines to the shipping docks of Bundaberg. The tunnel is now home to a colony of Bentwing Bats and if you take a torch and look towards the ceiling you will see hundreds of them.

	Once you have finished your activities at the tunnel, turn around and head back to the main road
	Turn left and head into Mt Perry

Mount Perry to Gin Gin. Distance=52.88kms, Time= 40 minutes
Mt Perry was once a thriving mining town with a population of 30000 people, and now has a population of 300, places to visit , the museum, masonic lodge, wolca pottery, St Patricks church and the local hotel.

Driving back towards Gin Gin you will come across a sign ( Wonbah Winerys ) turn left.

hills and picturesque surroundings while sampling the Estates magnificent wines on offer. Cruise back to Lake Monduran Holiday Park, just 20km North of Gin Gin.