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
- Photo credit: HD Xposure © Queensland Government
- Photo credit: Linda Thompson © Queensland Government
- Photo credit: Ross Perry © Queensland Government
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:
- Conway National Park planned burn activities 17–21 June 2024
- Temporary closure: Kingfisher walk, Conway National Park 27 February to 30 October 2024
- Conway National Park: Conway Range trail, Conway National Park 20 May to 30 October 2024
- Conway National Park. Feral Animal Management Program 22 April to 15 July 2024
- Extended baiting program for feral pigs and foxes on Conway National Park, Dryander National Park, Dryander State Forest and Dryander Forest Reserve 24 February 2024 to 10 January 2025