Taunton National Park

Taunton National Park spans 11,626 hectares of protected land, featuring brigalow vegetation, eucalypt communities, and diverse wildlife populations in Queensland's subtropical climate.

The park gained protected status in 1994 after a significant discovery in 1973 of bridled nailtail wallabies, previously thought extinct since the 1940s.

The establishment of this reserve marks a shift in Australian land management from agricultural development to conservation of native species and their habitats.

Access to the park requires special permits as it functions primarily as a scientific research site for studying endangered species and conservation methods.

The park contains the last natural population of bridled nailtail wallabies, with approximately 500 individuals residing within its boundaries.

Location: Central Highlands Regional

GPS coordinates: -23.54056,149.21644

Latest update: March 10, 2025 04:57