Mapleton is the most north hamlet on the Blackall Range in the Sunshine Coast Hinterland and you can get access to it by driving up from the Noosa end of the coast, past Nambour, with Campervan Hire Brisbane. Or you can begin at Maleny on the southern end and drive the full length of the ridge, going past Montville and Flaxton before arriving at Mapleton.
Like the other villages in this area, Mapleton is also a haven for artists and craftspeople. It’s just a link with the natural beauty of the area which draws those who can draw inspiration from it. As well as the art, craft and fresh produce, Mapleton lays claim to one of the most impressive waterfalls you are ever likely to see.
Mapleton actually sits beside the National Park and the Falls there plunge in a forceful cascade, right down the western escarpment into the Mary Valley below. The best place to see this is from the viewing platform where you can see it full on in all it’s glory. Just don’t forget your camera on the day you go to visit. It is truly fantastic for need of a better word.
Mapleton was settled just a year after Montville so has lots of heritage on display also , but the primary attraction is the National Park. There are plenty of walks thru both rainforest and eucalypt forest where you're able to see local flora and fauna, as well the amazing views down into the Mary Valley. There are ‘picnic glades ‘ to be found on these walks.
The Bar, feted for it view of the Nation's Park from it’s huge shady terrace, is an excellent place to head to for a drink after you are done with walking. It also has a yearly Yarn Festival where Aussie’s who are into writing bush ballads, come to compete for the privilege of telling the tallest of tales and spinning yarns.
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