Enjoy a walk along the diverse bioregions of Flinders Shire at Eco Walk on Flinders. These eco systems have been replicated along the northern banks of the Flinders River with over 1.5km of walking tracks. Throughout the park there are picnic shelters, tables, viewing platforms and drinking fountains. Flora species from each different eco system have been represented throughout. Along the pathway are local art pieces illustrating important historical events, and the various cultures of the Flinders Shire.

Bioregions of the Flinders Shire

 

Rainforest patches and tall woodlands grow on rich soils north of Hughenden. Complex geology has created niches for a large variety of life in mountains, gorges, lava tubes and caves.

 

Trees and Spinifex dot the sandy ranges east and south of Hughenden. Adapted to dryness, many of the local species are not found elsewhere.

 

Surrounding Hughenden are vast, grassy plains on deeply cracked clay soils. Trees are sparse on these expanding and shrinking soils, but interesting wildlife hides in the cracks.

 

 

Robert Gray Memorial Park is dedicated to local characters and pioneers of the district Plaques have been placed on the rocks scattered along the footpath winding through the Park. The Robert Gray Memorial Park incorporates a walking trail along the Flinders River. Facilities include free BBQ’s, shaded picnic areas and Public toilets.