Gabriel Anthony
Regarded as Queensland's best kept secret, Middlemount is a vacation hub like no other. From enjoying rodeo shows to teeing off in lush greens here are some of the area's top tourist activities.
Nature lovers exploring Middlemount should not forget to visit the breathtaking Blue Mountain Park which is affectionately dubbed the "Jewel in the Crown" of this scenic town. Ideal for family barbeques and interacting with local wildlife such as feeding the wallabies, birding fans can also find a plethora of bird species the likes of rainbow lorikeets, blue mountain parrots and galahs inhabiting the park's lush environs.
Occupying pride of place a mere 23km from the heart of Middlemount, exquisite Bundoora Dam is no ordinary recreational hub located on Connection Road. Built on the German Creek, the iconic dam which holds a whopping 10,000 mega litres of liquid on average is not only a great picnic spot for Middlemount vacationers but also a wonderful haunt to enjoy water skiing and fishing activities. Ideal for swimming and camping activities, the area is also popular among boating enthusiasts as well. Fully equipped with picnic and camping facilities the area is the perfect spot for a family outing for those based in Middlemount.
Often described as an avid golfer's dream come true, Middlemount is the perfect venue to tee off with friends and family. Home to an exquisite golf course which hosts not one but two popular golf tournaments annually (the Emergency Services Golf Day and the Pro-Am Tournament) the venue is also frequented by the likes of kangaroos, kookaburras and wallabies to the delight of players. Open to players of varying skill levels the lush greens of the town's principle golf course provide the perfect backdrop for a memorable game or two. Visitors based in Oaks Middlemount or any other Middlemount hotel Australia counts among its finest rests will enjoy easy access to the course.
Birding enthusiasts visiting Middlemount should not forget to stop by Dysart and experience the best bird watching encounters available in all of Queensland. As a mining town that is also a hotspot for bird watching fanatics, the venue is home to a plethora of winged beauties in diverse habitats. Some of the most frequently spotted bird species in Dysart include parrots of varying hues, Galahs and cockatoos while blue-faced honeyeaters are also omnipresent in the town area. Visitors who wish to experience birding in Dysart need only don their walking shoes, binoculars and sun hat to enjoy bird watching experiences all across the township and hinterlands.
As a natural landmark that has earned itself a global reputation, visitors exploring Middlemount must spend a day wandering through the breathtaking surroundings of Lords Table Mountain. Ideally situated down Dysart Clermont Road, the iconic mountain which resembles a larger than life dinner table is the result of a volcanic eruption that took place millenniums ago. Located in Peak Downs National Park the venue with its unique peak features a near flat surface at its highest point and is visible from miles around. Camping and other recreational activities are available in the area for those with an adventurous spirit while hikers can hike up to Anvil Peak located at a height of nearly 2920 feet.
