“Slow down in the Boonah area to admire beautiful scenery, mountains and lakes where you can relax and do nothing or get involved in so many activities from hiking, fishing and camping to visiting charming towns with cafes, historic pubs, fine dining and local farm produce.”
The Scenic Rim is aptly named – it is filled with serene beauty, fresh air and abundant wildlife. On the drive through the tiny town of Mount Alford alone, you can see wallabies, kangaroos and lots of vibrant birdlife such as king parrots, lorikeets and rosellas.
There are also plenty of exciting activities on offer from canoeing and fishing on Lakes Moogerah and Maroon, hiking and horseriding on the many multi-use trails, rock climbing at world-famous spots such as Frog Buttress in Moogerah Peaks National Park and hot-air ballooning and flying to the always-popular favourite, wining and dining.
The best thing about the Boonah area – apart from the beautiful scenery – is the produce and producers, which in turn, supply the array of stellar fine dining options in the vicinity. The newly opened Blume Restaurant in Boonah is an intimate degustation restaurant helmed by head chef Jack Stuart, who uses fresh local produce for his seasonal menu for an authentic taste of the Scenic Rim.
Kooroomba Vineyard and Lavender Farm’s Daniel Groneberg is another fabulous head chef with local produce and products on the menu, while The Vue Restaurant in Boonah is a local fine diner garnering rave reviews as well.
Alongside Kooroomba Vineyard at Mount Alford, which has a selection of boutique wines to sample at the Cellar Door, there are other small wineries and breweries in the area such as Bunjurgen Estate Vineyard, just south of Boonah, and the Scenic Rim Brewery in Mount Alford, a family-owned business with craft brews for all palates.
If you’re looking for beauty, serenity and peace, plus the freshest food and gourmet dining, come to the Scenic Rim.
