Donnellys Castle
Highlights
- Explore the massive granite boulders of Donnelly's Castle, offering a thrilling adventure for young explorers.
- Wander through hidden passageways and scramble over rocks, experiencing nature's playground just outside Stanthorpe.
- Enjoy scenic views from the 200-metre walk to the top, showcasing the beauty of the surrounding New England Tableland.
- Relax at picnic tables and barbecues in the crown recreation reserve, perfect for a family day out.
The original bushranger hideout for ‘Thunderbolt’ who roamed the New England Tableland.
Donnelly’s Castle is a granite rock formation that you can walk between, around and over. The massive boulders are just as spectacular as some of the rock formations in Girraween National Park and is far more accessible for young adventurers.
This rock formation, which you will find a short drive out of Stanthorpe near Pozieres, was named after Ned Donnelly, an early settler of the area. Now a crown recreation reserve, the area is maintained with picnic tables and barbecues.
The site offers boulders to scramble over and hidden passageways to explore, as well as spectacular views of the surrounding area from the 200 metre walk to the top.
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