Eungella National Park

Eungella National Park is a protected rainforest area in Queensland, Australia, located on the Clarke Range and known for its upland subtropical rainforest. It preserves extensive native forest habitats and is a key site for biodiversity in central Queensland.

Rainforest walking trails, waterfalls and wildlife viewing opportunities, most famously platypus observation at the Broken River day-use area. The park contains lookouts and short walks such as the Sky Window and longer walking tracks that traverse the rainforest and gullies.

The park was established to protect the unique upland habitats and has been managed for conservation and recreation, with visitor facilities concentrated at day-use areas and trailheads. Management focuses on preserving endemic species and enabling controlled public access.

Geographically the park sits in the Clarke Range about 80 kilometres west of the coastal city of Mackay, rising to upland plateaus and escarpments. The surrounding landscape is rugged rainforest and mountain terrain distinct from the nearby coastal plains.

• Platypus viewing tip: Early morning and late afternoon are the best times to spot platypus at Broken River, where boardwalks and viewing hides increase chances of sightings.
• Location and climate: The park lies in the Clarke Range about 80 kilometres west of Mackay and features high-rainforest ecosystems and cooler, wetter conditions than the coastal plain.

What to See #

• Broken River: Broken River day-use area is the main platform for platypus viewing and contains boardwalks, viewing platforms and picnic facilities beside the creek.
• Sky Window: Sky Window lookout offers a short walk to a panoramic cliffside viewpoint over the valley and rainforest canopy, popular for short visits and photography.
• Finch Hatton Gorge: Finch Hatton Gorge contains walking tracks, rock pools and waterfalls such as Araluen Falls and links to longer trails within the park.