Mooloolah River National Park, Nature reserve in Sunshine Coast Regional, Australia
Description
Mooloolah River National Park is a nature reserve featuring wetlands, sections of coastal rainforest, and diverse ecosystems along Queensland's eastern shoreline. The 830-hectare area includes walking trails and observation points where visitors can explore different landscape types.
History
Queensland's government established this protected area in 2010, transforming former crown land into a managed environmental sanctuary. The park was created to preserve native plant and animal species in this coastal region.
Culture
The reserve is home to eastern grey kangaroos, swamp wallabies, and over 130 bird species that visitors can observe and photograph along the walking trails. The park serves as a space where people connect with local wildlife in a natural setting.
Practical
Visitors can access the reserve through entrances along Claymore Road and Dixon Road, where designated walking trails and observation points are available. Early morning and late afternoon are the best times to explore, as wildlife is most active during these periods.
Did you know?
The reserve contains specialized acid-water swamps where certain frog species survive in naturally acidic conditions found nowhere else in the region. These uncommon wetland types support animal life adapted to this specific environment.
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