Lama Lama National Park

Lama Lama National Park is a nature reserve on Queensland's coast featuring coastal plains, wetlands, sandy hills, and river systems. The landscape is shaped by Darwin stringybark trees and supports diverse habitats across its expansive terrain.

The reserve was established in 2008 as Queensland's first jointly managed protected area between the government and traditional landowners. This partnership model set a new approach for conservation in the state.

The parkland holds deep meaning for the Lama Lama people, whose connection to this land shapes how the reserve is managed today. At the Multi-Purpose Building, visitors can see objects and photographs that tell the story of their long presence here.

Visitors must register at the Lama Lama Ranger Base before exploring the park, with office hours limited to early morning through mid-afternoon. Planning your visit around weather conditions and the local season helps ensure safer and more comfortable access.

The reserve contains numerous wetland systems and serves as critical habitat for the Red Goshawk, one of Australia's rarest birds of prey. These birds hunt across the open waterways and woodlands here, making the park essential for their survival.

Location: Cook Shire

Operator: Queensland Department of Environment and Science

GPS coordinates: -14.40058,143.57295

Latest update: December 14, 2025 11:42