Conway National Park and Conway Conservation Park Whitsundays

Impulse Creek, Conway Range trail, Conway National Park Photo credit: Linda Thompson © Queensland Government

Coral Beach, Conway Conservation Park Photo credit: Linda Thompson © Queensland Government

Honeyeater lookout, Conway National Park

Gaze across the azure water of Pioneer Bay framed by the Whitsunday islands.

Journey type
Walk, cycle
Distance
3.6km return (from the Honeyeater lookout turn-off)
Time suggested
Allow 1.5hr walking time and allow 40min riding time
Grade
Grade 4 walking track Difficult mountain-bike trail

Accessible by

  • Conventional vehicle

Journey facilities

  • Lookout (constructed)
  • Walking
  • Cycling

Conway National Park has shared trails where walkers and cyclists share the same trail. Please be careful and courteous and follow the shared trails give way code.

  • Cyclists must slow down, give way to and watch for walkers.
  • Cyclists must alert others when approaching.
  • Everyone must slow down and go around wildlife.

Gaze across the azure water of Pioneer Bay framed by the Whitsunday islands, the bays and peninsulas of Dryander National Park and Mount Rooper. When the coastal banksia is flowering, look for busy honeyeaters feeding on the plant’s sweet nectar.

This trail has very steep sections, a high level of fitness and experience is required. Remember to wear appropriate shoes and clothing, carry and drink lots of water.

Getting there and getting around

The Honeyeater lookout is located in Conway National Park approximately 16km southwest (Forestry Road) or 1km southwest (Kara Cresent) of Airlie Beach.

From the Forestry Road trailhead

  • From the Forestry Road trailhead follow the Conway Range trail for 24.8km one-way to reach the Honeyeater lookout turn-off.
  • Follow the Honeyeater lookout trail for 1.8km one-way to reach the lookout. Return the same way you come came to the Honeyeater lookout turn-off.

From the Airlie Beach trailhead (Kara Cresent)

  • From the Airlie Beach trailhead at Kara Cresent follow the Conway Range trail for 2.3km one-way to reach the Honeyeater lookout turn-off.
  • Follow the Honeyeater lookout trail for 1.8km one-way to reach the lookout. Return the same way you came to the Honeyeater lookout turn-off.

Wheelchair access

There is no wheelchair access to the Honeyeater lookout.

Before you visit

Opening hours

The Honeyeater lookout is open all year round. Access maybe closed at times due to severe weather or park management activities.

Check park alerts for the latest information on access, closures and conditions.

Visiting safely

For more safety information see: