North Johnstone lookout track, Palmerston (Doongan)
Starting from Crawfords lookout, a steep, winding track drops 500m in 1.5km and leads to a lookout—an open grassy area that overlooks the North Johnstone River and Douglas Creek. Follow the track down a further 500m to reach the river. Return along the same track.
- Journey type
- Walk
- Distance
- 4km return Start and finish points are the same and the traveller must return via the same path
- Time suggested
- Allow 1.5hr walking time.
- Grade
- Grade 4 walking track
Accessible by
- Conventional vehicle
Journey facilities
- Lookout (constructed)
- Walking
Getting there and getting around
The North Johnstone lookout track starts at Crawfords lookout, on the Palmerston highway.
Please read the visiting safely page.
Wheelchair access
There are no wheelchair-accessible facilities.
Before you visit
Opening hours
North Johnstone lookout track is open 24 hours a day.
Seasonal closures
This walking track may be closed during the wetter months, between October and May, because of flooding creeks. Additional closures may occur for management purposes including pest plant and pest animal control.
Check park alerts for the latest information on access, closures and conditions.
Visiting safely
For more safety information see Visiting Palmerston safely and Walk with care.
- Wet season closure extension UPDATE, some areas of the Misty Mountains road and track network, Wooroonooran National Park 19 December 2023 to 20 June 2024
- Temporary walking track closure: Wallicher Falls walking track and bottom section of Nandroya Falls walking track, Wooroonooran National Park 16 December 2023 to 28 June 2024