Pechey State Forest Park in Pechey, QLD — photo 1

Pechey State Forest Park

Pechey, QLD
At a glance
Rest AreaToiletsFire PlaceNo PetsDrinking Water

About this rest area

Pechey State Forest offers a lush, serene environment for nature lovers. The park houses an important sight, the Pechey Forestry Arboretum, which conserves seven species of exotic pines planted in the 1920s and is recognized on the Queensland Heritage Register. This pine plantation makes the Park a remarkable point of interest for historian enthusiasts, researchers, and those who appreciate nature's beauty. Right off the New England Highway, it provides a day rest area, becoming a perfect stopover during road trips.

Brimming with history, the Pechey State Forest Park is a preserved pine plantation from the 1920s, located just a short distance off the New England Highway. Here, you can find a day rest area perfect for picnics and relaxation. One of the major draws of the Park is its remarkable arboretum. This arboretum, noted on the Queensland Heritage Register, houses seven magnificent species of exotic pines, offering a testament to the forest's origins. A visit to the Pechey State Forest Park presents an opportunity to enjoy pristine nature and learn about forestry history.

How to Get There

Proceed to waypoint, 5km south of Crows Nest, 6km north of Hampton on New England Highway. Turn east and proceed for 1km on Pechey Forestry Road to picnic area.

What this place offers

Amenities

Toilets
Drinking Water

Facilities

Picnic Tables
Shade

Rules & Accessibility

No Pets

Other Features

Bin
Unknown feature
Mobile Phone Coverage
Fire Place
Day Use Area
Day Rest Area

Location

Pechey State Forest Park•Pechey Forestry Road, Pechey, QLD, 4352

Weather Forecast

Data from MET Norway
MON🌧️
14° / 12°
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TUE🌧️
21° / 12°
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WED🌦️
21° / 15°
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THU🌧️
16° / 15°
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FRI🌧️
17° / 15°
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Common questions about Pechey State Forest Park

What facilities does Pechey State Forest Park have?

Pechey State Forest Park has bin, toilets, mobile phone coverage, fire place, picnic tables and drinking water. That is the short list; 9 facilities are recorded for this site in total. Facilities at camps change, particularly after a wet season, so check the operator or the managing authority if one of them decides your trip.

Are dogs allowed at Pechey State Forest Park?

No. The record for Pechey State Forest Park lists "No Pets", so dogs are not allowed here. That is common in national parks and conservation reserves, where the rule protects wildlife and other campers. If the dog is coming with you, look at the nearby sites on this page and check their rules before you drive out.

Can you book Pechey State Forest Park online?

We hold no online booking link for Pechey State Forest Park, so it is not bookable through this page. Many parks and showgrounds still require a booking, so contact the operator before you go. Their website or phone number is the fastest way to confirm a site.

Where is Pechey State Forest Park?

Pechey State Forest Park sits in Pechey, QLD. The map on this page shows the exact spot, and the coordinates travel straight into your navigation app. Check road conditions before you set out if you are towing, since access tracks can change with the weather.

Facilities at Pechey State Forest Park

Facilities recorded for Pechey State Forest Park
FacilityOn site
BinYes
Yes
ToiletsYes
Mobile Phone CoverageYes
Fire PlaceYes
Picnic TablesYes
No PetsYes
Drinking WaterYes
Day Use AreaYes
Day Rest AreaYes
ShadeYes

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Pechey Forestry Road

Pechey, QLD 4352

Pechey State Forest Park