Wide Bay Military Reserve, Historic military site in Tin Can Bay, Australia
Wide Bay Military Reserve extends over 19,719 hectares of coastal terrain, featuring wetlands, heath lands, and open forests near Tin Can Bay.
The military installation has been extensively used by artillery regiments and infantry battalions with armored vehicles throughout Australian military operations.
The Commonwealth Heritage List included this military reserve in June 2004, recognizing its national importance in preserving Australian natural values.
The reserve connects with Fraser Island and Cooloola National Park, forming an extensive natural corridor accessible from Tin Can Bay Road.
The location supports 250 bird species and contains a coastal lowland complex called wallum, providing refuge for the endangered Ground Parrot.
Location: Queensland
GPS coordinates: -25.87330,152.93480
Latest update: November 8, 2025 06:38
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