Wongi Waterholes
A string of beautiful waterholes fringed by paperbarks and surrounded by eucalypt forest and exotic pine plantations make Wongi State Forest and reserve a special place to visit.
Wongi is reputedly an Aboriginal word meaning “deep water”. The waterholes are a golden-brown colour from tannins leached from the paperbarks. Reflections can often be seen in the still waters. Hoop pine rainforest, open eucalypt forest, open woodland with a heath understorey,
and exotic pine plantations grow in Wongi. The National Bicentennial Trail passes through the forest.
Two picnic areas are provided beside the waterholes or you can camp under the shady eucalypt trees at the Wongi camping area, which has sites to suit families, groups, caravans, tents and motorhomes. Picnic tables, toilets, cold
showers and tank water are provided.
Camping permits are required and self-registration is available at the camp ground. You can swim, but never jump or dive into the waterholes and children need to be closely supervised.
The Wongi Waterholes are 25km north-west of Maryborough. Head 12.5km towards Childers on the Bruce Highway then turn left at the signpost and drive 10km into the picnic and camping areas along a gravel road.