Cattana Wetlands

#australiatrip Cattana Wetlands started out as a sugar cane farm and sand mining quarry and has since been rehabilitated to form an enjoyable 80ha nature conservation park with a 420m boardwalk through feather palm forest, freshwater and salt water lakes and abundant plant and birdlife. Opening hours: 5.30am-7pm daily Facilities: bbqs, picnic areas, toilets, bird hides, boardwalk Location: Dunne Road, Smithfield, about 20km from the Cairns CBD. Access from Yorkeys Knob Road or McGregor Road To preserve wildlife and plants, dogs are definitely not permitted at any time. Cattana Wetlands is wheelchair accessible and a 'must see' for everyone. You won't be disappointed. Just a reminder though, insect repellent is definitely required especially during the warmer season.