This Sunday is the final Scenic Rim Farm Gate Trail of the year
Wash out the esky and prepare for a day of fresh flavour, farmer chats and full bellies.
Wash out your esky and fill the tank because this Sunday, you NEED to be on the final Farm Gate Trail for the year!
PS, there’s baby lambs, giggles with goats and alpaca selfies
It’s never been more important to celebrate and support where our food comes from – and the very best opportunity to do this is at the Scenic Rim Farm Gate Trail this Sunday, July 28.
So wash out the esky and prepare for a day of fresh flavour, farmer chats and full bellies.
What you can expect:
overflowing larders on the farm
freshly picked produce from a paddock you can see
jams and chutneys made with love
olives and cheese
milk and honey and garlic
carrots for days, farm walks
wine tastings
gin flights
beer sips
flower farm fun
lamb pats
alpaca cuddles and goat giggles
Add to this big skies, fresh air, winding roads and more than a few dog friendly stops.
Who’s in!?
The Scenic Rim Farm Gate Trail is the much loved and highly anticipated day when the farmers, growers, producers, winemakers, brewers, distillers and flavour-makers across the famous region open their gates to celebrate where food comes from. It’s an opportunity to learn about farming from the farmers and leave with full stomachs and a love for the Scenic Rim region, its produce and its people.
At just over an hour from both Brisbane and the Gold Coast - it’s the perfect day trip, or weekend away! Information and MAY: destinationscencirim.com and at @destinationscenicrim and on Facebook.
Here are the FARM GATES OPEN ON SUNDAY JULY 28:
Visit Australia's largest Camel Dairy for an authentic paddock-to-plate experience. Free entry, Camel feeding and petting, Cafe, Farm Shop, Farm Tour & Taste, Camel Rides, Cameleer Experience and more. Try their award-winning products including Camel Milk, Camel Feta, Camel Milk & Honey Vodka and Camel Milk Skincare. An unforgettable experience! 8 Charles Chauvel Dr, Harrisville. (07) 5467 1707
Ellia’s Garden
Ellia’s Garden is a market garden set in the beautiful Scenic Rim at the base of the Great Dividing Range, with access to mountaintop views straight out to Cunninghams Gap, Mount Castle and Mount Fraser, to name a few. The market garden offers a wide range of seasonal fruit and vegetables which you can purchase. 1819 Tarome Road, Moorang
Naughty Little Kids goat dairy make cheese and gelati using the milk from their herd of goats. All products are gluten, egg, nut, soy, coconut and gelatine-free. Bring an esky and ice brick. Attention-seeking goats will be looking for pats, and you can purchase a bottle to feed them. 1531 Ipswich Boonah Road, Peak Crossing
Peak Organics
For somewhere to stop and picnic during the Farm Gate Trail, pop into Peak Organics (number 2 on the map). Their large green space is ideal, and there are organic teas, jams and seeds. Some fresh produce can be picked. FUN FACT: Peak Organics is operated solely by volunteers and is fully certified with Australian Demeter Biodynamic (Biodynamics combines the practices of organic farming with a strong focus on soil vitality through a holistic approach). 310 Mount Flinders Rd, Peak Crossing, 4306 QLD 07 3063 2204
Valley Pride Produce
Valley Pride Produce is a 5th generation, family-owned, vegetable-growing farm just five minutes from Moogerah Dam. Growing a wide range of green leafy bunch vegetables, this family pour their heart and soul into growing produce, and they love the lifestyle that farming offers. 83 Scholl Rd, Charlwood, 0423 943 988
Scenic Rim Farm Shop (dog friendly)
Shop for a range of locally grown produce at the home of the Scenic Rim Farm Box and meet the farmers and the team from the Scenic Rim Farm Shop under stunning 120-year-old Jacaranda Trees. Enjoy the beautiful surroundings, café, flower farm, and baby chickens for the kids to hold while you’re there. Book online to avoid the lunch queue & guarantee your seat. 541 Kents Lagoon Road, Kalbar 0493 437 220
Elderflower Farm is a boutique flower farm and shop set in the grounds of the Scenic Rim Farm Shop. Stroll around the beautiful flower field and enjoy shopping in the rustic flower and garden shop. 541 Kents Lagoon Road, Kalbar 0427 345 528
Olive View Estate Scenic Rim (dog friendly)
Olive View Estate is a beautiful 700-tree olive farm, the perfect place to have a picnic and enjoy live music, brekkie and lunch from the food trucks, coffee, sodas and kombucha and to shop in the 1950s vintage bus “Myrtle” full of delicious farm made goodies, relishes, dehydrated citrus, honey & seasonings. Feed the sheep (bring apples and carrots) and explore the olive grove. 58 Kulgun Rd, Boonah. 0448 168 817
Check out the shelves full of local craft beer, local produce, and Dutch delicacies. Market stalls will be at the brewery. Bookings are essential. 898 Reckumpilla St, Mount Alford. (07) 5463 0412
Just 10 km from Boonah, their Chambourcin and Shiraz vines produce their legendary Rose styles, their much appreciated lighter style of Shiraz, their sensational and highly regarded Shiraz Verjuice, and their acclaimed Ruby and Tawny Fortifieds. Stop in and see Dave! 121 Brent Road Bunjurgen
Oaky Creek Farm and Harvest Cafe (dog friendly)
Oaky Creek Farm & Harvest Cafe grow a variety of seasonal produce all of which will be available at the cafe with a takeaway breakfast and lunch menu, coffee and real fruit ice-creams. Take in the stunning views of Innisplain and enjoy a self-guided farm tour. 208 Oaky Creek Road, Oaky Creek. 0459 818 794
Christmas Creek Garlic
Chemical-free grown garlic on our farm, we also have raw / smoked/black garlic and garlic seasonings and rubs. 316 Christmas Creek Road, Christmas Creek
The Overflow Estate 1895 (dog friendly)
Enjoy wonderful locally produced wines and delicious food from the Two French Chefs Menu or grab a picnic blanket and enjoy a wine and Charcuterie board on the lawn – live music every weekend.
1660 Beaudesert Boonah Road, Wyaralong. 0455 221 895
Towri Sheep Cheeses (dog friendly)
You’ll be able to enjoy takeaway cheese platters that can be enjoyed in the garden, scrumptious takeaway lunch options, full access to the Towri Shop, a range of products from Flutterby Gourmet & Jasmine Urban Farm, and, of course, a coffee van. They can’t wait to see ewe! 206 Saville Road Allenview. 0403 463 429
Bee All Natural produces award-winning raw honey, creamed honey, honey & beeswax-based Bath/Body/Skin products, provides bee rescue services, native and European bee educational talks, as well as “on farm” beekeeping experiences. Their pure, raw honey is produced by their bees positioned in static apiary sites throughout the hinterlands of SEQ and is hand extracted, strained, and bottled in accordance with their ethical, sustainable & responsible beekeeping methods and is guaranteed to be as pure and raw as the bees made it….straight from the beekeeper! 313-317 Bushman Dr, Jimboomba. 0412 850 065
O’Reilly’s Canungra Valley Vineyard
Bring a picnic blanket and stay to try O’Reilly’s wine and enjoy a picnic on the creek with a $10 tasting paddle (Usually $20). 852 Lamington National Park Rd, Canungra. (07) 5543 4011
Meet the Alpacas! Located next to O’Reilly’s Canungra Valley Vineyard. Come for a pat and a cuddle. With an array of experiences for everyone, they can help you create lifelong memories and offer you that much-needed time out to reconnect with family and nature! 852 Lamington National Park Rd, Canungra, 0490 973 865 (
Book lunch at the Chalet Bistro, sit or take home a wood-fired pizza, have a picnic in the vines, stop for coffee or hang out with the farm animals and house alpacas. 46 Rymera Rd, Sarabah 0409274 314
Visit Witches Falls Winery and get familiar with their wines and ciders! Book a table or BYO picnic blanket and enjoy a glass of wine in the relaxing vineyards. Bookings Essential. 79 Main Western Rd, Tamborine Mountain. 07 5545 2609
Tamborine Mountain Distillery has been a pioneer in Australian craft distilling for over three decades, boasting over 300 international awards. We invite you to experience the art and passion behind every bottle, from witnessing meticulous crafting processes to sampling our exquisite liqueurs and spirits, ensuring an unforgettable day out. 10 Macdonnell Rd, Tamborine Mountain. (07) 5545 3452
Cauldron Distillery (dog friendly)
Drop into Cauldron Distillery to experience locally made spirits in a prohibition-inspired cocktail bar while taking in the views of beautiful established vineyards and lush green meadows. 89-123 Hartley Rd, Tamborine Mountain. 0403 481 463
Barney Creek Vineyard & Cottages (dog friendly)
With stunning views of Mt Barney, drop in for some wine tasting, walk through the vineyard or browse the locally stocked gift shop. 198 Seidenspinner Road, Mount Barney. 07 55443285
The Shed Cafe is a family-owned business located in the foothills of Mount Barney. Follow the driveway, The Shed Cafe is on the top of the hill where there are olive trees. Olive oils and table olives products are made from the olive grove on the premises and are 100% Australian owned and made. 4 Upper Logan Road, Rathdowney. 0403163151