Mt Mulligan Lodge
Experiences
Go outback and beyond with a wide range of activities including exploration of the historic Mount Mulligan coal mine and abandoned township, all-terrain vehicle (ATV) adventures, barramundi fishing, scenic helicopter flights, guided nature walks and the chance to experience the operations of a working cattle station. See what to do when at Mt Mulligan Lodge
Nothing beats getting behind the wheel of an all-terrain vehicle (ATV) exploring boulder-strewn creeks, navigating outback tracks and meeting the bovine locals.
A range of signature daily experiences allow guests to encounter the rich coal and gold rush history of the area as well as experience the present day pastoral workings of the 28,000-hectare cattle station.
Take a 4WD safari to Tyrconnell Gold Mine where the thundering sound of Australia’s oldest operating gold crusher fills your senses with what it was like to work in one of the country’s most productive goldmines. Delve deeper into the moving stories and fascinating history behind the abandoned township of Mount Mulligan, the site of Queensland’s worst mine disaster.
For those who love adventure, nothing beats getting behind the wheel of an all-terrain vehicle (ATV) exploring boulder-strewn creeks, navigating outback tracks and meeting the bovine locals before resting at the picturesque south end of Mount Mulligan to delight in a chef-prepared gourmet picnic hamper and graze on freshly made goodies.
Whilst taking in the scenery on the weir on your stand-up paddle board, keep your eye out – you may be lucky enough to sight a platypus.
Head out on two feet from Mt Mulligan Lodge and discover the rugged and verdant scenery of Northern Outback Queensland on several bespoke hikes through the landscape or up to Mount Mulligan Gorge.
Range far and wide from the lodge along varying trails that uncover the unique flora, fauna, geology, and history of Mount Mulligan. The tales of this spiritual and captivating landscape lie deep, waiting to be explored.
If a slower pace is calling, throw a line into the eucalyptus-fringed weir and lure a wild barramundi onto your hook for dinner, take a meditative guided nature walk, unfurl your yoga mat and salute the sun by the infinity pool, or take out a paddleboard or kayak on the glistening weir. Whilst taking in the scenery, keep your eye out – you may be lucky enough to sight a platypus.
After a day of adventure, guests can soak in an outdoor bath on their verandah, watch the changing colours of the outback sky from the sunset bar, relax with a book in the main pavilion or pool deck, dine on a daily-changing menu that puts a flavoursome twist on outback living, or sit by the crackling fire pit as the night sky fills with glittering stars.
WHAT TO DO WHEN AT MT MULLIGAN LODGE
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