Sunshine Coast Council

Enjoy a small bush walk in this section of Mapleton National Park between Kenilworth and Eumundi.

SUITABILITY
Suitable for walkers and mountain bikers – just be on the lookout for trail bike riders.

HIGHLIGHTS
On Sam Kelly road just before the dirtbike carpark and campsite, there is a dry (usually) creek crossing to a lovely little forestry loop that’s fun for mountain biking or a brisk walk.
The creek here comes all the way from Gheerulla Falls at the top of the Blackall Mountain range. Hilly terrain, open forest and scribbly gum are features of the Mapleton National Park forest in this section.

The small campsite has some amenities and provides access to the 58km Sunshine Coast Hinterland Great Walk. Plus, there are also 26 km of Trail Bike Tracks in this area – also accessed from campground – so just listen out for motorbikes in case there are any.

You might find frogs in the creek after it has rained, however it is easier to access this walk if it is dry (and hasn’t rained).

AFTERWARDS
Pop back into Kenilworth and enjoy one of their famous meat pies or cheese selections from the cheese factory. There are other walks to be enjoyed south of Kenilworth at Cambroon or head to Imbil State Forest for some longer walks.

HOW TO GET THERE
To the starting point: Heading north on the M1, take the Eumundi turnoff and the road to Kenilworth. About 25 kilometres later you will come to Sam Kelly Road on your left, a single lane dirt road.

From Kenilworth, it’s approximately 7.5 km, with the turn off on your right.

Follow this dirt road for approximately 1.5 km when you will cross a cattle grid. Park right by the National Park sign. The marked trail starts here off the right hand side. (The drive to the campground is beyond here but 4WD is recommended)

To the end point: The end point is the same as the starting point as it’s a small circular route.