Ewen Maddock Dam
Just north of Landsborough the Glasshouse Mountains highway crosses the southern reach of the Ewen Maddock Dam.
On a hot day the brief glimpse of the sparkling blue waters is a welcome respite from the shimmering road and baking eucalypts.
At the northern end of the causeway is a space to pull off the road and explore the Dam's attractions. A pleasantly landscaped car park and 500m bush track to the shore alongside a babbling brook lead to the untouched charms of 'Big Blue'.
Travelling past the car park brings the visitor to "Camp X" - the Ewen Maddock Dam Environment & Recreation Centre - an initiative of the Caloundra City Council now leased by Camps ® Us.
This area, well-stocked with toys for all ages, mainly caters to school groups and corporate bookings. I understand that it is virtually unavailable to the public during the week. However, with advance booking, you may be able to camp or hire a cabin on a weekend.
Activities include:-
- High and Low rope courses
- Climbing Wall
- Canoeing
- Sailing
- Water Bikes
- Archery
- Bushwalking
- Fishing
- Camp fire & BBQ's
For those who stopped at the front car park, there is a flat and level walk to the shores of the dam along a waterscaped path abounding with birdlife and water plants. There are many picnic tables along the way but - be warned - there is little in the way of shade.(31/10/2001)
All in all this is a delightful stopping place for the motorist to enjoy a moist, verdant oasis.
You can view more of the Ewen Maddock Dam in these panoramas:-
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| Ewen Maddock Dam - walkway to shore | 71 kb | 274 kb |
| Ewen Maddock Dam - the shore at Camp X | 35 kb | 191 kb |
| Ewen Maddock Dam - public access point | 82 kb | 351 kb |
| Ewen Maddock Dam - public carpark | - | 122 kb |
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