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With what is set out to be a great day in the Scenic Rim, we don’t expect you to make it to each and every one of our stops on the Farm Gate Trail. We’ve organised the following itineraries to keep your time in the car at a low, while making sure you still get to experience all aspects of the region and visit your favourites. Follow our suggestions below or choose your own adventure from our Farm Gate Trail Map.
Make a weekend of your stay
The Commercial Hotel Boonah is offering a range of accommodation options that includes a welcome pack when you book direct. Use the code FarmGateTrailMAR when booking.
Transport Options
Don’t feel like driving? Have a group that is interested in sharing a ride? Contact Pineapple Tours or Cork N Fork for several hop on hop off options.
Itinerary A – Harrisville & Charlwood
This is a jam-packed itinerary! If you’re coming from Brisbane, start your morning at Summer Land Camels to meet and feed the camels, before heading to Ellia’s Garden then continue onto Valley Pride Produce to pick your own vegetables.
Don’t miss your chance to meet the camels! Summer Land Camels will be open for farm tours, camel feeding, camel rides and award-winning fresh camel dairy products. Bookings for rides and tours strongly suggested. 8 Charles Chauvel Dr, Harrisville. (07) 5467 1707
Your chance to visit a working farm at Harrisville. Interact with the farm animals in the nursery, pony rides, baby chicks, ducklings and there is also face painting for the kids. Bring an esky as you can also purchase award winning pastured poultry straight from the farm. Food, drinks and coffee van will also be there on the day.
57 Kalbar Peak Crossing Rd, Harrisville
Pick your own vegetables, seasonal produce and chill by the creek! Bring a picnic and blanket and enjoy a cool swim.
1819 Tarome Road Moorang
Valley Pride Produce is a fifth generation, Family owned, vegetable growing farm. You can stock up on fresh produce and other farm goodies direct from their farm stall and head to the next stop! 83 Scholl Rd, Charlwood, 0423 943 988
Itinerary B – Kalbar and Boonah
Enjoy the Scenic Rim Farm Shop where you’ll get to purchase a range of delicious local produce and enjoy fields of flowers before heading to pick your own vegetables at Valley Pride Produce. Head over to Olive View Estate to see a working olive farm before finishing the day off around Mt Alford at Bunjurgen Estate Vineyard and Rosella picking at Vanbery Jam Co.
Scenic Rim Farm Shop & Elderflower Farm (dog friendly)
Shop for a range of locally grown produce at the Scenic Rim Farm Cafe. Enjoy the beautiful surroundings, café, Elderflower Farm and market stalls while you’re there. 541 Kents Lagoon Road, Kalbar. 0429 452 637
Valley Pride Produce is a fifth generation, Family owned, vegetable growing farm. You can stock up on fresh produce and other farm goodies direct from their farm stall and head to the next stop! 83 Scholl Rd, Charlwood, 0423 943 988
Olive View Estate Scenic Rim (dog friendly)
Take a look around a working olive farm and purchase olives, olive oil, dehydrated cocktail citrus and more straight from the farm! While you visit, indulge in an old-fashioned soda or visit one of the food trucks. 58 Kulgun Rd, Boonah. 0448 168 817
Northview Highlands (Bookings essential via website)
Northview Highlands is a family-operated farm dedicated to breeding and raising Highland cattle, Valais Blacknose sheep, and Pygmy goats in the Scenic Rim countryside. 223 Charlwood Road, Aratula. ph:0403 477 312
Boonah Brewery Co Brewery Tours. Free BBCo Brewery tours (max 10pax per group, 15-minute tour intervals) 1.30pm – 3.30pm only. Booking recommended via the website. Stay longer and enjoy a 2-night Accommodation Package (FRI 27 + SAT 28 March) with a complimentary welcome pack. Enter the code FarmGateTrailMAR when booking. 39 High Street Boonah. Phone: 0402 005 261
Itinerary C – Rathdowney & Mt Alford
Head south for a leisurely drive from either Boonah or Beaudesert to the world heritage, picturesque Mt Barney National Park and surrounds. (allow at least a one and half hours travel time from Brisbane). Stop in at the Shed Cafe will be grab and go options, and usual menu. Head back up towards Boonah and treat yourself to the very unique Vanbery Jam Co. Rosella experience.
The Shed Cafe- Rathlogan (Closes at 2 pm)
The Shed Cafe is a family owned business located in the foothills of Mount Barney. Follow the driveway, The Shed Cafe is on the top of the hill where there are olive trees. There will grab and go options as well as the usual menu. Langs Gourmet products are availble for purchase and sample their very own olives products that are made from the olive grove on the premises and are 100% Australian owned and made.
4 Upper Logan Road, Rathdowney. 0403163151
Vanbery Cottage Host Farm & Vanbery Jam Co
From Rathdowney, continue towards Boonah and turn into Ganthorpe Road approximately 15 min south of Boonah.
Here you’ll meet Helen and Jess. Stop and enjoy billy tea and hot scones with a dollop of Rosella Jam. Their Rosellas products are grown on their farm in Mount Alford for Vanbery Jam Co. Be sure to find them in this beautiful region, take some Rosella love home.
503 Ganthorpe Rd, Mount Alford, Qld.4310 ph: 0409646280
Just 10 kms from Boonah, their Chambourcin and Shiraz vines produce their legendary Rose styles: their much appreciated lighter style of Shiraz: their sensational and highly regarded Shiraz Verjuice; and their acclaimed Ruby and Tawny Fortifieds. Stop in and see Dave!
121 Brent Road Bunjurgen. ph:0417 638736
Itinerary D – Kalbar, Charlwood & Mount Alford
Experience a little piece of everything the Scenic Rim has to offer with Itinerary D! Meet the local farmers and shop for local produce at Scenic Rim Farm Shop before heading Northview Highlands and the cow cuddles (ticketed event). Grab your fresh produce from Valley Pride Produce, the fifth generation farm, and then hit the road for wine tasting at Bunjurgen Estate Vineyard, then rosella picking at Vanbery Jam Co.
Scenic Rim Farm Shop & Elderflower Farm (dog friendly)
Shop for a range of locally grown produce at the home of the Scenic Rim Farm Box and meet the farmers. Enjoy the beautiful surroundings, café, Elderflower Farm and hold baby chickens while you’re there. 541 Kents Lagoon Road, Kalbar. 0493 437 220
Valley Pride Produce is a 5th generation, Family owned, vegetable growing farm. You can pick your own veg, or grab your produce from their stall and head to the next stop! 83 Scholl Rd, Charlwood, 0423 943 988
Northview Highlands (Bookings essential via website)
Northview Highlands is a family-operated farm dedicated to breeding and raising Highland cattle, Valais Blacknose sheep, and Pygmy goats in the Scenic Rim countryside. 223 Charlwood Road, Aratula. ph:0403 477 312
Just 10 kms from Boonah, their Chambourcin and Shiraz vines produce their legendary Rose styles: their much appreciated lighter style of Shiraz: their sensational and highly regarded Shiraz Verjuice; and their acclaimed Ruby and Tawny Fortifieds. Stop in and see Dave!
121 Brent Road Bunjurgen.
Vanbery Cottage Host Farm & Vanbery Jam Co
From Bunjurgen Estate Vineyard, continue towards Mt Alford and turn into Ganthorpe Road.
Their Rosellas products are grown on their farm in Mount Alford for Vanbery Jam Co. Be sure to find them in this beautiful region, take some Rosella love home.
503 Ganthorpe Rd, Mount Alford, Qld.4310
Itinerary E – Peak Crossing, Wyaralong and Allenview
Head off on a family road trip and visit the animals of the Scenic Rim! If you’re coming from Brisbane, Start at Peak Organics at Ivorys Rock to learn all about organic farming, then drop into Naughty Little kids at Peak Crossing to meet the “Little Kids” before heading the Overflow Estate and then to Towri Sheep Cheeses to meet the cutest sheep.
*Please note Itinerary E requires at least 30 minutes driving time between each stop.
Peak Organics – only July event- NOT OPEN FOR MARCH
Ivorys Rock, 310 Mt Flinders Road, Peak Crossing 4306
Pop into Peak Organics (number 2 on the map) where the large green space is ideal for a picnic and a rest. Teas and hot water will be available throughout the day – as well as items to buy from Peak Organics including organic teas, jams and seeds. Some fresh produce can be picked if you see something growing that you would like to nibble on later. Peak Organics is a modest organic growing business that is certified with Australian Demeter Biodynamic. It is operated by volunteers and is located in the grounds of Ivorys Rock.
Naughty Little Kids goat dairy make cheese and gelati using the milk from their herd of goats. All products are gluten, egg, nut, soy, coconut, & gelatine free. Bring and esky and ice brick. Attention seeking goats will be looking for pats and you can purchase a bottle to feed them.
1531 Ipswich Boonah Road, Peak Crossing
Roastbeef and The Frog at The Overflow Estate 1895
Stop in at The Overflow Estate 1895 for lunch and try local Scenic Rim wine, stock up on some fine drops to take home and of course enjoy the view while you’re there! 1660 Beaudesert Boonah Road, Wyaralong. 0455 221 895
You’ll be able to enjoy takeaway cheese platters that can be enjoyed in the garden, scrumptious takeaway lunch options, full access to the Towri Shop, a range of products from local producers, and of course a coffee van. They can’t wait to see ewe! 206 Saville Road Allenview. 0403 463 429
Itinerary F – Wyaralong, Allenview & Jimboomba
Looking to master the perfect cheese board, with local wine? These stops are for you! Stop by The Overflow Estate 1895 to find the right wine to go with your delicious cheese, then head to Towri Sheep Cheeses for all your ewenique sheep cheese essentials. Before heading home to enjoy these goodies visit Bee All Natural Honey for a range of beeswax produce and fresh honey, the perfect accompaniment to your cheeseboard.
Roastbeef and The Frog at The Overflow Estate 1895
Stop in at Roastbeef and The Frog at The Overflow Estate 1895 to try local Scenic Rim wine, stock up on some fine drops to take home and of course enjoy the view while you’re there! 1660 Beaudesert Boonah Road, Wyaralong. 0455 221 895
You’ll be able to enjoy takeaway cheese platters that can be enjoyed in the garden, scrumptious takeaway lunch options, full access to the Towri Shop, a range of products and of course a coffee van. They can’t wait to see ewe! 206 Saville Road Allenview. 0403 463 429
Get your hands on a range of fresh raw honey, creamed honey, and beeswax products from Bee All Natural honey. 313 Bushman Dr, Jimboomba. 0412 850 065 or 0413 033 172
Itinerary G – Christmas Creek, Kerry & Rathdowney
If you’re a self-proclaimed foodie, Itinerary G is for you. Visit Christmas Creek Garlic and grab yourself some home grown chemical free garlic and grab some fresh produce at The Shed Cafe Rathlogan.
Christmas Creek Garlic (dog friendly)
Organic grown garlic cold smoked black garlic seasonings plus beef jerky and food by catering company. 316 Christmas Creek Road Laravale.
The Shed Cafe- Rathlogan (Closes at 2 pm)
The Shed Cafe is a family owned business located in the foothills of Mount Barney. Follow the driveway, The Shed Cafe is on the top of the hill where there are olive trees. There will grab and go options as well as the usual menu. Langs Gourmet products are availble for purchase and sample their very own olives products that are made from the olive grove on the premises and are 100% Australian owned and made.
4 Upper Logan Road, Rathdowney. 0403163151
Itinerary H – Canungra & Sarabah
Start the day at Sarabah Estate Vineyard to explore the grounds and grab a bite to eat and taste some local drops before heading over to O’Reilly’s Canungra Valley Vineyard for a picnic with a glass of wine (if you’re still hungry!) and grab a selfie with an Alpaca at Mountview Alpacas.
O’Reilly’s Canungra Valley Vineyard
Bring a picnic blanket and stay to try O’Reilly’s wine and enjoy a picnic on the creek with a $10 tasting paddle (Usually $20). 852 Lamington National Park Rd, Canungra. (07) 5543 4011
Stop in during your visit to O’Reilly’s Canungra Valley Vineyard and say g’day to the alpacas! Grab a selfie and spend some time or feed an alpaca. 852 Lamington National Park Rd, Canungra. (0490 973 865)
Itinerary I – Tamborine Mountain
Fill your Empty Esky and go for a scenic road trip to Tamborine Mountain! Visit some of the Farm Gate Trail stops listed below. You will definitely need a designated driver for this itinerary, or you might want to stay the night! We’ve also suggested some places to stop for a bite while you’re here.
Where passion, love for beer, and good times collide. We believe every sip should be an unforgettable moment of pure enjoyment and are dedicated to the art of crafting the best-tasting, most drinkable beer. That’s why they pour their hearts and souls into every batch they brew. 79 Main Western Rd, Tamborine Mountain. 07 5545 2609
Winery and Cellar Door. They produce wine and cider onsite and are open for tasting and sales. Their food offering is produce boards (cheese, charcuterie, olives, pate, pastes, relishes etc). Bookings recommended.
79 Main Western Rd, Tamborine Mountain.
Drop into Cauldron Distillery to experience locally made spirits in a prohibition inspired cocktail bar while taking in the views of beautiful established vineyards and lush green meadows. 89-123 Hartley Rd, Tamborine Mountain.
Nestled amidst lush rainforest, Tamborine Mountain Distillery has been a pioneer in Australian craft distilling for over three decades, boasting over 300 international awards. We invite you to experience the art and passion behind every bottle, from witnessing meticulous crafting processes to sampling our exquisite liqueurs and spirits, ensuring an unforgettable day out.
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