Good Night Scrub National Park Bundaberg

Photo credit: © Chris Whitelaw

Things to do

    Image of the limited views through vegetation at One Tree Hill lookout.

    There are limited views through vegetation at One Tree Hill lookout.

    Photo credit: © John Gatley, QPWS volunteer

    Image of a family at a picnic table where you can stop for a picnic when exploring the park.

    Stop for a picnic when exploring the park.

    Photo credit: © John Gatley, QPWS volunteer

    Camping and accommodation

    Camping

    Camping is not permitted in Good Night Scrub National Park.

    Other accommodation

    Camping is available at Paradise Dam. It is managed by the North Burnett Regional Council. Other accommodation options can be found at Mount Perry and Biggenden.

    For more information see the tourism information links.

    Exploring Good Night Scrub

    Enjoy nature in this peaceful retreat. Have a picnic in a picturesque bushland setting overlooking the Paradise Dam spillway. A picnic table is provided here.

    Go birdwatching—more than 166 species have been seen in the park, including powerful owls, regent bowerbirds, forest kingfishers and king parrots. See swans, spoonbills and other waterbirds along the river.

    Watch for wildlife. Look for black-striped, swamp and red-necked wallabies and try to spot some of the 60 species of butterflies that have been identified in the park.

    Enjoy limited views from One Tree Hill lookout. Access to the lookout is only possible in dry conditions in a four-wheel-drive vehicle.

    Walking

    While no formal walking tracks are provided you can walk along an extensive network of firetrails. Make sure you carry a mobile phone and water. Wear a hat, sunscreen, insect repellent and a long-sleeve shirt to protect you from the elements.

    Other activities

    Boating, fishing and barbecues are popular activities at the nearby Paradise Dam recreation area managed by the North Burnett Regional Council.

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