Overview
Atherton Tablelands, situated
close to Cairns and the Great Barrier Reef, the Waterfalls and
Crater Lake District is a wonderful place to spend some time in
Far North Queensland.
Townships in
the Tablelands region include: Atherton, Millaa Millaa (great
waterfalls),
Yungaburra (Curtain Fig Tree, The Tableland's most famous tree and many arts
& crafts) and Malanda (the norths' only milk producing
district).
With an annual rainfall of
around 1400mm, Atherton and its immediate district are a lovely
tropical green. The towns a weather in the world.
With winter getting an occasional helping of early morning frost
and the daily temperature around a perfect 21 degrees Celsius.
An ideal position to base
yourself to visit the crater lakes areas and even explore
further west out to the Gulf Savannah.
Atherton
Is a picturesque town
right in the heart of Atherton shire. It is also the Tableland's
major commerce centre. Most major roads crossing the Tablelands
come through Atherton, making it an ideal base on the Tablelands
to start your exploring. The Jazz Festival is held annually in July
and attracts jazz lovers from all over Australia. Every September, the
town hosts the Maize festival, with street processions and a gala
ball.
The area is an ecological wonderland of delight for the
traveller. Boasting modern amenities and accommodation
facilities. Choose from historic hotels, bed and breakfast, farm
stays and modern motels.
