Things to Do in Proserpine

6 activities and experiences for backpackers.

Cedar Creek Falls — 20 km from Proserpine, a 12-metre waterfall cascading through rainforest into a natural swimming hole surrounded by rocky walls and cedar trees. Free entry, bring your own supplies

water sports

Cedar Creek Falls — 20 km from Proserpine, a 12-metre waterfall cascading through rainforest into a natural swimming hole surrounded by rocky walls and cedar trees. Free entry, bring your own supplies

Lake Proserpine — 30-minute drive from town. Popular for camping, kayaking, water skiing, and barramundi fishing

water sports

Lake Proserpine (Peter Faust Dam) — 30-minute drive from town. Popular for camping, kayaking, water skiing, and barramundi fishing

Proserpine Historical Museum — local history exhibits, genealogy resources, and collections from the town's pioneering days

culture

Proserpine Historical Museum — local history exhibits, genealogy resources, and collections from the town's pioneering days

Proserpine River crocodile cruise — guided boat tours along the Proserpine River to spot estuarine crocodiles in their natural habitat on the Goorganga Plains

water sports

Proserpine River crocodile cruise — guided boat tours along the Proserpine River to spot estuarine crocodiles in their natural habitat on the Goorganga Plains

Sugar Shed Markets — local produce markets celebrating the region's sugar cane heritage with honey, tropical fruits, and handmade goods

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Sugar Shed Markets — local produce markets celebrating the region's sugar cane heritage with honey, tropical fruits, and handmade goods

Whitsunday Gold Coffee Plantation — self-guided tours of 140,000 Arabica coffee trees, plus a licensed restaurant, small animal park, and bird aviary

food

Whitsunday Gold Coffee Plantation — self-guided tours of 140,000 Arabica coffee trees, plus a licensed restaurant, small animal park, and bird aviary (free to visit)