Mount Lewis National Park
Mount Lewis National Park Queensland | |
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Nearest town or city | Julatten |
Coordinates | 16°30′35″S 145°13′22″E / 16.50972°S 145.22278°E |
Established | 2009 |
Area | 278.6 km2 (107.6 sq mi) |
Managing authorities | Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service |
Website | Mount Lewis National Park |
See also | Protected areas of Queensland |
Mount Lewis National Park is national park in both the
In 2009, Mount Lewis Forest Reserve and Riflemead Forest Reserve were combined to form Mount Lewis National Park.[2] The landscape is mountainous and covered by forest. About half of 1% of the national park is classed as wetlands.[1]
Environment
The area is a biodiversity hotspot.[3] In total, 43 rare or threatened species have been identified in the park.[1]
The
Recreation
Four-wheel driving and trail-bike riding are the most popular recreational activities. Several clearings along Mount Lewis Road have been identified as good locations for spotting a large variety of birds.[4]
Access
Access is provided by Mount Lewis Road.[2] This road leaves the Mossman Mount Molloy Road just north of Julatten. A number of private tour companies operate in the park.[2]
Facilities
Camping is not permitted.[2] There are no dedicated day-use areas established.[2]
See also
References
- ^ a b c "Mount Lewis National Park". WetlandInfo. Department of Environment and Heritage Protection. Retrieved 29 August 2014.
- ^ a b c d e "About Mount Lewis". Department of National Parks, Recreation, Sport and Racing. 4 November 2012. Retrieved 29 August 2014.
- ^ a b "Nature, culture and history". Department of National Parks, Recreation, Sport and Racing. 5 November 2012. Retrieved 29 August 2014.
- ISBN 978-1486300846. Retrieved 29 August 2014.