Set base in Monto to explore Cania Gorge National Park’s sandstone cliffs, fern gullies, and cave art. After a day on the trails, swap hiking boots for camera gear at the Three Moon Silo Art, one of Queensland’s most striking mural projects.
Monto’s main street layers history with creativity—follow the public art trail through Lister Street parklands, uncover the Monto Historical & Cultural Complex, then detour to the Mulgildie Hotel for bunyip lore and a hearty meal.
Walk through Cania Gorge National Park
Choose from family-friendly strolls like the Dripping Rock and Moss Garden tracks or tackle longer circuits to Dragon Cave and Bloodwood Cave. Keep an eye out for ancient Aboriginal rock art etched into sheltered sandstone.
Lake Cania sits at the gorge entrance, offering kayaking, fishing, and the annual Barra Bash. Lakeside campgrounds make sunrise hikes easy.
Rangers recommend sturdy shoes, plenty of water, and notifying someone of your route before tackling longer hikes.
Marvel at the Three Moon Silo Art & public art trail
Back in town, the 28-metre-high Three Moon Silos feature a dreamy depiction of local fauna, farming, and the Three Moon Creek Dreaming story. Visit at sunrise or sunset for soft light and dramatic shadows.
Continue into Lister Street parklands where sculptures, mosaics, and a colourful water tower mural celebrate the dairy and timber heritage that built Monto.
Swap bunyip legends at the Mulgildie Hotel
Ten minutes south lies the Mulgildie Hotel, home to a delightfully quirky bunyip statue. Pull up a stool for local legends, sample the pub’s famous steak sandwiches, and browse historic photos lining the walls.
Round out your visit with the Monto Historical & Cultural Complex—a volunteer-run treasure trove of mining relics, machinery, and art exhibitions.