Cape York Peninsula - Lakefield National Park
Lakefield National Park, now known as Rinyirru National Park, is on the south east corner of the Cape York Peninsula, and is Queensland's second largest national park, renowned for its river systems, wetlands and prolific birdlife. It is 4WD only and is not accessible in the wet season.
Breeza Lagoon
Breeza Lagoon is in Lakefield National Park. Remnants of the original Breeza Homestead are nearby.
Cooktown
Cooktown was where Captain James Cook beached the Endeavour for repairs in 1770. He named this river The Endeavour River.
Lakefield National Park, Cape York Peninsula
Location of Lakefield National Park, Cape York Peninsula
Lotusbird Lodge
Magpie Geese around Lotusbird Lodge, located just out of the national park.
Lotusbird Lodge
Lotusbird Lodge. A private lodge in a beautiful environment, outside the northern side of Lakefield National Park. (Included with permission).
Lotusbird Lodge
Lagoon in the grounds of Lotusbird Lodge.
Saltwater Crossing
Saltwater Crossing - low light. The site of two camping grounds, one on the east side of the causeway and one on the west.
Saltwater Crossing
Saltwater Crossing. The site of two camping grounds in Lakefield National Park, one on the east side of the causeway and one on the west.
Saltwater Crossing
Saltwater Crossing. The site of two camping grounds, one each side of the causeway in Lakefield National Park.
White Lily Lagoon
White Lily Lagoon in Lakefield National Park