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Mapleton National Park: Piccabeen Circuit
Mapleton National Park: Piccabeen Circuit
Gheerulla
Trail type
Skill Level
7.6km
Length
Circuit
Description
A popular trail through lush green Piccabeen palms and high range creek beds.
SUITABILITY
This is a shared path for walkers, horseriders and mountain bikers. At the starting point there are dedicated parks for horsefloats.
HIGHLIGHTS
Mapleton National Park is a dream setting for nature lovers and adventures and this circuit does not disappoint. Described as a beautiful, well-cared-for, even and quiet track, it’s particularly suited for horse riders.
Along the way you’ll get to enjoy some creek crossings – wet after the rain – and you might hear one of the 32 different species of frogs that live in the park. Plus, there is the abundant bird life. Keep your eye out for the Australasian figbird, which can often be seen feeding on the red dangling piccabeen seeds.
AFTERWARDS
Why not head back to the Day Use Area, enjoy a relaxed lunch the head off on the Kureelpa Falls Circuit. See boulders, cascading waters, large lizards – the list goes on.
HOW TO GET THERE
To the starting point: From Mapleton township take the Obi Obi Road and turn right into Delicia Road. Shortly thereafter turn right into Mapleton Forest Road, which is a dirt road but generally ok for 2WD vehicles.. Follow this road for about 2 km and you will come to Lookout Road on your left and then the Mapleton Day Use area, set amongst towering Blackbutts. The Piccabeen Circuit starts from here near the Leafy Lane Trail Head.
To the end point: The end point is the same as the starting point.
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Activities and facilities
Glossary
Suitable for wheelchairs- Suitable for walking
Suitable for recreational cycling- Suitable for mountain biking
- Suitable for horse riding
Suitable for kayaking
Drinking water available
No drinking water available
Barbeque on site
Picnic table on site
Toilets on site
Fires permitted
Fires prohibited
Camping permitted
Camping prohibited
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Suitable for walking
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Suitable for mountain biking
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Suitable for horse riding
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No drinking water available
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Fires prohibited
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Camping prohibited
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Safety
IN AN EMERGENCY DIAL '000'.
Always Adventure Safely!
- Always follow any local signage, it contains key information and conditions can change at any time.
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Use the trails with consideration for your abilities, be prepared for the adventure ahead:
- Be aware of the weather conditions, found here: http://www.bom.gov.au/qld/.
- Always wear appropriate clothing, focus on good footwear.
- Always bring more water than you think you will need.
- Be Sun Safe!
- Always let someone know where you are going that isn’t going with you.
- Just getting started try this site for good useful information: https://www.trailhiking.com.au/hike-safety/
- Sunshine Coast Council does it’s best to maintain current information but things can change so always be aware that a trail may not be as listed in this guide, and report and issues via our feedback link.
Maintenance and Enquiries
Qld Parks and Wildlife Service
National Parks, Conservation Parks and some State Forests are managed by Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service. Contact details are: https://www.des.qld.gov.au/contactus/
For current information on trail conditions and alerts go to https://parks.des.qld.gov.au/park-alerts/#sunshinecoast
If you think something on this web site needs to change please let us know via: adventure@sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au
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