mount french national park

Walk was easy with good track, and lookout over Kalbar was amazing. Took our 2 grandchildren (8 & 6) and found the walks no trouble.

Less than 10 km drive on sealed roads from Boonah, and 130 metres from the car park on a sealed path, the view from the lookout above the escarpment was a very pleasant surprise. The way the valley opened out for more than 180 degrees, from Cunningham's Gap on the left made us feel as though we were on top of the world. Why we had never ventured up there before baffles me. The road is quite steep but easy in a regular sedan, and the park is clean and well maintained, with a good toilet block next to the car park area. We have already recommended this location to many of our friends, and we certainly intend to return.

We decided to go to Mount French as I had seen the turnoff numerous times and I'm glad we did. Even though it was a stinking hot day being up the top didn't feel so hot. The views are fantastic. We took the daughter and grandkids up there the on Australia day that is how much it impressed us

A fairly easy short drive from Boonah, turn off a few kilometres south along Boonah-Rathdowney Rd and then on paved road to Mount French carpark a further 10 minutes (9kms). We were there on a weekday outside of school holidays and had the place to ourselves. Parking is limited so may be a challenge on weekends and busy times. There are toilet facilities but need to bring own drinking water and snacks.. Two walking tracks are offered and clearly marked however one is presently closed due to evidence of a plant virus. This was disappointing as remaining walk is only 360 metres one way to view point. Lovely scenic view of rim and surrounding countryside but all over with pretty quickly! Paved path is mostly level and flat so would be suitable for low levels of fitness and possibly suitable for wheel chairs. Also bush camping sites that can be reserved and paid for on line.

Mount French National park is accessed by Mount French Road off the Rathdowney Road just outside Boonah. It has good parking, very nice picnic areas and 2 lovely easy well signed walks which lead to extensive views. The information boards in the car parks explain the aboriginal history and the fauna and flora. This area has been a popular day trip picnic spot since the area was first settled.