Adventure time: Mapleton Lilyponds and National Park Forest Loop
Easy loop around a serene park and pond, full of water lilies, in the centre of this gorgeous little town.
Suitability
Suitable for all ages and families
Highlights
This parkland has a country feel, located in the heart of Mapleton.
The lilyponds and surrounding landscape offer a tranquil experience, with beautiful gardens and natural shade.
The lilyponds are circled by a paved 500m walking path, perfect for a morning or afternoon stroll.
The extensive parkland includes wide open spaces, seating areas, a gazebo, barbecue facilities, outdoor gym equipment and a playground.
The parkland also houses the Mapleton Skate Park, incorporating a balanced mix of ramp and street elements, which is ideal for beginners and intermediates.
With so much space and facilities on offer, this is an ideal place for the next family catch up!
Afterwards
Take a short stroll into town and enjoy this quaint hinterland village, or for adventure lovers, there are many walks to enjoy in this area including Piccabeen Circuit (6.7km) and the Kureelpa Falls Circuit (8.5km) at the nearby Mapleton Day Use Area.
While you're in the region admiring parks and ponds, pop by the Maleny Botanic Gardens and Bird World, three hectares of beautiful, privately-owned gardens, with Glass House Mountains and coastal views and a café.
How to get there
Head to Mapleton at the northern end of the Blackall range, accessible via the Nambour Mapleton Road or the Montville Mapleton Road. From Mapleton township take the Obi Obi Road and turn right into Delicia Road and then turn right almost straight away into the Mapleton Lilyponds carpark.
Trail
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NB – For those who have a four-legged friend they wish to take on their adventures – be sure to check out council’s handy interactive off leash dog map to help identify the current dog off-leash, on-leash and prohibited areas when you’re out and about across the Sunshine Coast local government region: https://pets.sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au/
