Atherton, Queensland, Australia

population: 10 253 [ABS, 1996]

The towns and villages of the Atherton Tablelands have a lush tropical feel without the heat and humidity of the tropical coast. We call it 'Natural Air - Conditioning'.

The famous Fascinating Facets and Crystal Caves are located in Atherton and there is hotel, motel, Bed &Breakfast, homestay and caravan park accommodation.

Atherton is the ideal base from which to explore the Tropical Atherton Tablelands and its many natural attractions, including the rainforests and waterfalls.

The Spectacular Mt Hypipamee Crater, Curtain Fig Tree and other natural wonders abound within a short drive of Atherton.

There are lakes nearby including the pristine crater lakes around Malanda and one of the largest artificial lakes in Australia - Lake Tinaroo.

History buffs and nature lovers should take the Tableland Express steam train for a scenic return trip to Herberton...

Transfers can be arranged from Cairns to the Tablelands and return.

Atherton Blue Gum Bed & Breakfast is a short walk to the panoramic Hallorans Hill lookout.

The main economic activity around Atherton is Agriculture.

To read some of the history of Atherton click here...

Click to enlarge (map by Klaus Waeshle)