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The Granite Belt owes its name to a very literal belt of igneous granite rock that runs through the region. Once the site of active
underground volcanos, millions of years and the elements have left a remarkable ancient landscape of hardened molten magma granite outcrops that protrude from the hillside like massive globules or look like crazy marbles dropped from a high.
They stand guard over the bush with its abundant wildlife, beautiful flora, twisting creeks and rivers. It defies description but demands exploration.
The Granite Belt region is blessed with two national parks - Girraween and Sundown, and another four
are within an hour’s drive; Bald Rock, Boonoo Boonoo, Basket Swamp, and Main Range (Queen Mary Falls).
Passchendaele State Forest, famous for fossicking and orienteering, is also located only 10 minutes from Stanthorpe.
For further information on our parks including access, walking trails, 4wdriving, maps and more download a copy of our Nature and Adventure Guide.
Australian Geographic describes Girraween National Park thus: "Arriving at Girraween is like stumbling upon a vast sculpture garden. Around each bend you're stopped in your tracks by striking granite creations...."
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