Atherton Tableland, Plateau in Queensland, Australia
The Atherton Tableland spans 32,000 square kilometers across Queensland's Great Dividing Range, with elevations reaching between 600 and 900 meters.
John Atherton established the area in 1877, leading to tin mining operations that attracted numerous miners from surrounding gold fields.
The region holds strong connections to indigenous communities and later saw Chinese settlers who developed extensive agricultural practices.
Visitors can access the tableland via Kennedy Highway from Cairns, ascending through Kuranda Range to reach Mareeba's agricultural district.
The tableland contains multiple ecosystems including rainforests, wetlands, and waterfalls, supporting dairy farming and diverse agricultural production.
Location: Queensland
Elevation above the sea: 486 m
GPS coordinates: -17.40988,145.56185
Latest update: May 27, 2025 09:53
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