Mapleton Lilly Ponds and National Park Forest Loop

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 lily ponds are circled by a short-paved 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 some 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

To the starting point: 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 drive and carpark.

To the end point: The end point is the same as the starting point.

About this place

Suitable for walking
Suitable for mountain biking
Barbeque on site
Picnic table on site
Toilets on site
Playground on site

Walking track grade: Grade 3; A formed track with some obstacles, up to 20km. Expect short steep sections and plenty of steps. Some walking experience helps.

Graded on the Queensland Parks walking track scale. Walk with care(opens in a new tab)

Managed by

Sunshine Coast Council

To report damage, a hazard or another problem with the trail:

Safety

In an emergency, call 000. Always adventure safely!

Always follow any local signage, it contains key information and conditions can change at any time.
Use the trails with consideration for your abilities, be prepared for the adventure ahead:
- Be aware of the weather conditions, found here: Bureau of Meteorology — Queensland(opens in a new tab)
- 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: Trail Hiking Australia — hike safety(opens in a new tab)
Sunshine Coast Council does its best to keep this information current, but things change, so be aware that a trail may not be as listed here.

1 rating

Michael7 years ago

This is great beginners mountain bike trail. Easy sections along the road and some good off-road sections in the National Park with downhill runs to the creek crossings. Cafes and shops in Mapleton are a good reward at the end!