Gladstone Tondoon Botanic Gardens

Entry to the Botanic Gardens is free

Make sure you wear comfy walking shoes, don a wide-brimmed hat, and pack some sunscreen and insect repellent. Remember, all plants and Garden features are protected, so please do not interfere with them in any way. To protect the menagerie of wildlife, there are no domestic animals allowed on site or in the surrounding Mount Biondello Forest reserve.

Stay SunSmart and protect yourself

When participating in any outdoor activities in Queensland, it’s important to always be prepared. Wear comfortable, breathable clothing, sensible shoes for walking, and be sure to always pack the insect repellent. Most importantly, be SunSmart and wear strong sunscreen, a wide-brimmed hat, and a long-sleeved shirt or protective clothing if possible.

If you forget, then seek out one of the many shaded areas in the park and relax with your sunnies and a long, cool drink of water from one of the many water fountains on site.

Accessing the Gardens

The best way to access the Gardens is in your own vehicle. There’s plenty of onsite parking within easy walking distance to art installations, play equipment, and winding walks.

Accessible parking is available within the gardens and at the entrance.

Restrooms

The Gardens’ main toilet facilities are fully signed and located in the middle of the Gardens. There are additional toilet facilities throughout. These include accessible facilities and parent-friendly facilities.

Stay in touch

Be sure to follow us on Facebook or Instagram to find out about community-led events from native nursery sales to fundraisers and picnics.

Grown in Gladstone

Gladstone Tondoon Botanic Gardens is our jewel in the Crown of Gold. Come see it for yourself and grow your knowledge of Queensland’s native flora and fauna. Tondoon houses three main living collections: The Port Curtis Plant Region Collection, The South East Queensland Rainforest Collection, and The North Queensland Rainforest Collection.

Australian Geographic magazine listed us as one of the gardens you need to visit. With our plethora of native plants, Gladstone Tondoon Botanic Gardens is akin to a living museum bursting with scenic beauty and valuable historical information.

It’s in our nature

There’s so much to see and do at Gladstone’s award-winning Botanic Gardens. From the iconic Crown of Gold tree, which is in full bloom during summer, to the Yūjō Bonsai House, which showcases Tondoon's unique collection of bonsai. Our collection of more than 3,000 plant varieties, 90% of which are native to the region, is cultivated right here on the rolling 83-ha property neighbouring Mount Biondello.

Walking trails curve through a variety of rainforest types and an arboretum of sentinel-like blue gums. Plant-aficionados of all fitness levels can amble across the grounds and uncover some rare and endangered species on show.

Location

672 Glenlyon Road, Gladstone 4680  View Map

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672 Glenlyon Road , Gladstone 4680

672 Glenlyon Road , Gladstone 4680

Gladstone Tondoon Botanic Gardens