Mary Cairncross Reserve, Subtropical rainforest reserve in Sunshine Coast Hinterland, Australia
The Mary Cairncross Reserve spans 55 hectares of protected forest land, featuring numerous walking trails and observation points overlooking the Glass House Mountains.
The reserve was established in 1941 when the Thynne sisters donated the land to Landsborough Shire Council in memory of their mother, Mary Thynne.
The reserve functions as an educational center where visitors learn about Queensland's native plants, animals, and ecological systems through guided tours and exhibitions.
The reserve includes a Discovery Centre, café, parking facilities, and multiple walking tracks that accommodate visitors of different mobility levels.
The forest houses 141 bird species, including the Marbled Frogmouth, along with red-legged pademelons and numerous subtropical plant varieties.
Location: Queensland
GPS coordinates: -26.77810,152.88100
Latest update: March 6, 2025 21:54
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