36km north of Kyogle on The Lions Road, Cougal NSW 2474 Contact: 02 6636 6213 or www.cougalpark.com . Escape Shuttles. The link section commences north of Mt Lion in New South Wales and from north of Mt Chinghee in Queensland (NOTE: this section is not suitable for caravans and there is a height limit for the rail bridges and at the state border). 0 options for the route, a decision was made in 1971 to build maintenance and improvements via a donation box at the Queensland/New South Wales Border, and visitors to the area have the option of a shorter, scenic and more direct route south. $44000! 0000588215 00000 n CHAIRMAN, LIONS ROAD COMMITTEE, Photo right - Spiral Loop railway and bridge 6) on map. Its an awesome little trip, Ron and Paulene Macca doesnt know everything, haha!! the McPherson Range constructed. the timetables are being changed continually. Regional locality map with clickable links. Park, Border Ranges 2002, The Lions Road : a Kyogle, Beaudesert Lions Club community development project : the story of a dream and the way it became a reality / Jack Hurley ; [edited by Danielle Ellis] J. Hurley Kyogle, N.S.W. 0000055878 00000 n Edition Unstated. Or is that just me?! Have a great week!! 0000106105 00000 n Name: Named forthe Lions Clubs, not Mt Lion, part-way along the road, Start: The Risk, 19 km north-west of Kyogle on the Summerland Way, End: Innisplain, 24 km south of Beaudesert on the Mt Lindesay Highway. I don't recommend Lions road - it's too narrow with lots of loose stones. 79 km. at Sheepstation Rome2rio also offers online bookings for selected operators, making reservations easy and straightforward. l02H. 0000124539 00000 n Casino to Tenterfield from Drake, the road climbs up the range with overtaking lanes and pull off areas. Went down last night and did the return trip home, getting back around 11.30pm (QLD time). xb``f``R @16o KP.K&7:jWlHt@ P6h k&E4,y"6VYYvu2t1&0m3datc.tP"]|* GXK:1fRfabx- 3m L@l >- 3/CGC/|, p/$ 0000004033 00000 n Our continued involvement Crease to front cover, rippling to top margin of many pages. Creek: Cabins, Kiosk. ', 'How much should I expect to pay? community, under the auspice of the local Lions Club, decided Restrictions: Please NOTE that some vehicle height and weight restrictions may apply. What an interesting area. 0000036088 00000 n and skirting the historic Spiral Loop railway line. roadside, a particularly nice picnic spot is located at the time plus companies such as Shell Oil Co. (fuel), Hume & Hardies My favorite rest stop is at Rathdowney, good place to check things. with the project and the improvements which have been carried 0000010395 00000 n 26 44 It borders New South Wales.Innisplain is a rural locality in the Scenic Rim Region, Queensland, Australia. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Tragically, the daily passenger train from Brisbane generally passes through the loop and tunnel VERY early in the morning. As Aussie road trips go, the Lions Road NSW isnt the best known. You can take a bus from Mount Tamborine to Beaudesert via Helensvale station, Helensvale station, platform 2, Loganlea station, platform 2, Loganlea station, and Browns Plains station, stop 2B in around 4h 12m. It flies at the drivers side of the car and then dissapears. Naturally, given our national penchant for clear naming conventions, the whole structureis known as the Spiral Loop! Visitor Centre and other local outlets. (NSW) anyways enjoy the pics. deep creek pool with springboard, 4 barbecues and toilet. Border Ranges National Park (western section), Mt Barney National Park including Yellow Pinch Reserve lower portals, Pick up a copy of the history of the Lions Road at the Kyogle or Rathdowney Visitor Information Centres, View the rail engineering feat of the Border Loop as it spirals through the mountain, Take the nature walk at the Border Loop Lookout, Call into one of the roadside caf or general stores for a cool drink and a chat with a local, Look out for the imposing wedding cake view of Mount Lindesay, Andrew Drynan Park (base of Mt Chinghee National Park). Wiangaree Store: Groceries, PO, Tourist Information, This topic is now archived and is closed to further replies. in QLD & NSW - $129,500.00 Kyogle is 1h ahead of Beaudesert. 100,000 vehicles a year and if most donate, the road could almost make a profit. A 408km (254mi) ride passing through Gold Coast, Logan City, Brisbane, Ekibin, Veresdale, Kyogle and 7 other places. In the future, money will be used to widen Wiangaree is a town in northern New South Wales, Australia. What should I do if I have COVID-19 symptoms when I arrive in Kyogle? Photo right - Volunteer working on a bridge There is a campground off the LR to the east up in the range I cant remember the name it was worth a stop over. Good surface and width. 0000002070 00000 n With staghorns and elkhorns, too lovely to touch, Property compensation - $4,600.00, Photo right - Low level bridge (causeway) Im updating the post with that information so others dont get caught out. 0000009102 00000 n Their co-operation and swimming spots on Running and Gradys Creek and over Simes Am I allowed to travel from Beaudesert to Kyogle? *Booklet information was current at time of publication Creek at the entrance to the National Park. There are 2 ways to get from Beaudesert to Kyogle by bus, train or car Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2rio's travel planner. The It has 3 parks covering nearly 52.3% of total area. Required fields are marked *. from Kyogle Visitor Information Centre on ph. Rome2rio makes travelling from Beaudesert to Kyogle easy. 6632 2228 or write: PO Box 11 Kyogle, New South Wales 2474. Extensive walking Operated by Translink QLD and NSW TrainLink, the Beaudesert to Kyogle service departs from Anna St at William Street and arrives in Kyogle Station. According to me, anyway. Woodenbong down to Kyogle, Casino the road improves, very scenic. hb``a`|ADXX8f04p &PPYmEN|.Ctt4`H 06021PS`k!$A[ the Queensland, New South Wales [and] Federal Governments, Ideal Sealing the road Good point, Andrew the tourist brochure lists major expenditure for the last few years and where the funds came from. Rome2rio is a door-to-door travel information and booking engine, helping you get to and from any location in the world. 0000094173 00000 n 0000326542 00000 n Lion's Road is reached by turning off the Kyogle-Woodenbong Road 22 kilometres north of Kyogle, thence to Rathdowney, which is on the Mount Lindesay Highway 24 kilometres south-west of Beaudesert. Accommodation Facilities. Now fully sealed, this is a very . NSW Government & Kyogle Shire, Beaudesert on the Mt Lindsay Highway (around 5 Km south The predominant age group in Loadstone is 60-69 years.Cougal is approximately 35.7 square kilometres. The road from Casino to Kyogle is very good. If you're planning on crossing the border via Lions Road, Kyogle Council is currently upgrading the road and the border is not expected to reopen until next Monday 7 December. What is the national COVID-19 helpline number in Kyogle? 911dream'n7July, 2014 in Favourite Drives. But lurking beneath the contours, pixellations and wooded slopes is one of Australias most intriguing feats of railway engineering. There are good walking tracks in the park . Since 1972 it has been a joint project All funds raised from the donation box go to the Kyogle and Beaudesert Councils for maintenance and improvements of the road. were showing 65,000 cars a year. Fill in the details below to contact the Board of Beaudesert Chamber of Commerce. But for me, the Viaduct is just another compelling reason (along with the Spiral Loop) to make the trip across the ranges by train one day! I couldn't believe they drive through it daily and still can't do the speed limit. 0000168488 00000 n Operated by NSW TrainLink and Translink QLD, the Kyogle to Beaudesert service departs from Kyogle Station and arrives in Anna St at William Street. Picnic, camping I went through there a couple of weeks ago. 0000045577 00000 n Saturday 01.10.2022.Wiangaree to Beaudesert via Lions Road Border Ranges.Approx. The Lions Road : a Kyogle, Beaudesert Lions Club community development project : the story of a dream and the way it became a reality / Jack Hurley ; [edited by Danielle Ellis] J. Hurley Kyogle, N.S.W 2002, Hurley, J. D.& Van Twest, Joan. Kyogle's great effort, it's people's concern, Some of the major items of expenditure from money collected at and Qld.) 0000045756 00000 n Are you aware of the ghost on the road from NSW to QLD (but not seen going into NSW). Big Volcano(Wollumbin) Visitor Guide From the Tweed Valley Lookout Sc7 ', 'Should I book online before I travel? Wearing a face mask on public transport in Kyogle is subject to regional advice. The journey time between Beaudesert and Kyogle is around 4h 47m and covers a distance of around 143 miles. 0000183402 00000 n What a great experience, Luckless Luigi!! Any idea of who or what that might be? with stock. 0000140820 00000 n Read more in the Kyogle Council 's update below. 0000505477 00000 n Wait. By ), And be grateful I havent uploaded ALL the photos I managed to take in the few minutes we stopped at the border gate to Facebook. Tenterfield to Texas is mostly light down hill run with a good road. 0000075305 00000 n Haha, Kozue! d) Take a photo or two, or two hundred. Heres a list of other things to do there (in no particular order): From the Border Loop Lookout, the Border Loop Track is a 1.2 km easy stroll through a stand of wet eucalypt forest before entering the dense rainforest of the Border Ranges. Strong people must always be ready to fight, Cheers. Originally two pre-existing rural roads, the project is so named because most of the funding, planning, and voluntary . After government funding for a road roughly following the interstate railway line through the McPherson ranges fell through in the mid-late 1960s, the Kyogle and Beaudesert Lions clubs joined forces to build a gravel road themselves. Rainforest Gateway Caravan Park, Gradys I cant wait to get back to NSW one of these days and to explore this part of it would be lovely. In the foreground lies the Gradys Creek basin, then the McPherson Crosses the McPherson Range at the Richmond Gap. Alternative route via Mount Lindsay Highway. 0000055151 00000 n & Ellis, Danielle. I guess its good that more people can access the Lions road now that it is sealed all the way, but Im so glad I traveled it a few times in the 4wd when it was only a narrow dirt road as it was more of an adventure then. views. When he was a child, his stepfather worked on the line, and Neville was passed through the hole when the tunnel broke through! A world class scenic drive is the result. Complete the loop and wind through the forests surrounding Mt Lindesay on the Summerland Way. 0000058733 00000 n Had a great run on Saturday and took the new 911 to Kyogle via Lions Road and then back on Summerland Way. 0000002834 00000 n 0000003614 00000 n Recommended option Bus, line 150 bus, train 4h 58m Take the bus from Anna St at William Street to Browns Plains station, stop 1A 540 2016 THE RAINFOREST WAY. What stunning views living in WA Im always inspired and intrigued when hills get in the way of big sky vistas and flat lands! Steeve. Hint: use your right mouse button to open a new window the edge of the crater. 0000086483 00000 n Lions Road (N.S.W. Bus operators. go-see-do guide for adventurous travellers, Last Updated on May 5, 2021 by Red Nomad OZ. 0000003245 00000 n 0000003366 00000 n 0000588549 00000 n Load limited bridges beyond NSW/QLD Border. I think the Lions Road is one of Australias BEST little road trips its SO great to hear a little bit more about it. 0000001497 00000 n Your email address will not be published. National Park. 0000140242 00000 n of Tamrookum). This includes an average layover time of around 1h 9m. 0000105647 00000 n There are two+ hotels available in Kyogle. This includes an average layover time of around 1h 5m. the Kyogle Lions Club with massive community support in 1971 602 Grady's Creek Rd, Grady's Creek (via Kyogle) NSW 2474 Contact: 0400 331 264 or www.ripplesonthecreek.com.au . Yes, the driving distance between Beaudesert to Kyogle is 59 miles. picnic spot at crossings. 2023 PFA [Porsche Forum Australia] 0000588895 00000 n Swimming hole, two splash crossings down (4 up from N.S.W. The cheapest way to get from Beaudesert to Kyogle is to drive which costs $12-$18 and takes 1h 20m. Rome2rio displays up to date schedules, route maps, journey times and estimated fares from relevant transport operators, ensuring you can make an informed decision about which option will suit you best. 0000003414 00000 n 0000326581 00000 n for external sites. 0000002436 00000 n To reduce the length of the Main Range tunnel a few kilometres north, trains gain (or lose) 20 metres of altitude by passing through the mountain below the lookout twice, completing a loop. The distance between Beaudesert and Kyogle is 44 miles. (2002). 0 Comments. The national COVID-19 helpline number in Kyogle is 1800 020 080. Click HERE for a list of all my Blog Posts. Ooh, Ill be back home at Chrissy. You need Flash player 8+ and JavaScript enabled to view this video embedded. Go figure!!! The Beaudesert Lions Club became partners in the project at 0000010336 00000 n Hey Shadow! Further research required. That woodenbong to Tenterfild is party dirt but nice graded road. 0000099307 00000 n by the property owners. The answer was this ingenious spiral loop. 0000056675 00000 n And if you can time it to check out the train going through the loop, then youre doing better than I did!! 0000254970 00000 n Upon completion it was possible to travel an unbroken journey from Brisbane to Adelaide. Initially road authorities rejected the suggestion of a 30-kilometre shorter route to Brisbane, so the Kyogle and Beaudesert Lions Clubs joined forces to construct this now popular tourist route. endstream endobj 27 0 obj<> endobj 28 0 obj<> endobj 29 0 obj<> endobj 30 0 obj<>/ColorSpace<>/Font<>/ProcSet[/PDF/Text/ImageC/ImageI]/ExtGState<>>> endobj 31 0 obj<> endobj 32 0 obj[/Separation/dave#20yellow/DeviceCMYK 63 0 R] endobj 33 0 obj[/Separation/dave#20green/DeviceCMYK 57 0 R] endobj 34 0 obj[/Indexed/DeviceCMYK 179 60 0 R] endobj 35 0 obj<> endobj 36 0 obj<> endobj 37 0 obj<>stream the XX Division Engineer Support Squadron of the Australian Built as a Lions Club project to allow travellers to visit the forests, the Lions Rd criss-crosses Running Creek and Gradys Creek on the Queensland and New South Wales border at the famous tick gate. would be appreciated. Access to Andrew Drynan Park at Running Creek via Rathdowney from the QLD side, maybe possible for small campers and trailers (A-liners etc. : xvi, 158pp, index, bw ills, map. Itd also be lovely if we could get our local politicians to spend all the taxes and levies we donate on essentials too. Scenic Public Toilets:Two, one at the Border Loop Lookout; and the other at Andrew Drynan Park. By 2016 the population was 35.Loadstone is approximately 18.8 square kilometres. There are a few good reasons to stop at the border. Brochure hard copies can be obtained at the Kyogle See you on the road somewhere, sometime!! Photo of Cautionary sign He has seen it before, many times, but only after passing the border gates from NSW back into QLD and only at night, always at the same spot. Flood route: Turn left at Sime's Road (National Park Sign), 0000290755 00000 n Cheers. 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