The Ten Best Summery Day Trips Out of Brisbane
Beaches, waterfalls, rainforests and baby turtles are just a stone's throw away from Brisbane thanks to these summer day trips.
When a certain advertising campaign asked "where else but Queensland?", it could've been referring to the state's island problem — because deliberating over which scenic offshore landmass to visit is the kind of issue that only the lucky are blessed with. 
FOR SAND, SNORKELLING AND SHIPWRECKS: MORETON ISLAND
Sometimes, you just have to ignore the wisdom of memorable 90s tracks and go chasing waterfalls. One of Queensland's best is located in the Main Range National Park — in the Warwick region, and 11 kilometres east of the town of Killarney, to be precise.
FOR MARVELLING AT A WATERFALL: QUEEN MARY FALLS
Are you a beach grinch? If so, you're going to want to day trip in the western rather than eastern direction. And while you're roaming away from the Queensland coastline, you probably want to make a beeline for Stanthorpe, where the focus is on cheese and wine.
FOR WINE-FUELLED PICNICS: STANTHORPE
If you've lived in Brisbane long enough, you've been to Minjerribah, aka North Stradbroke Island, at least once — and there's a reason it's a day-tripper's favourite destination, especially when the weather is fine. 
FOR AN ALL-IN-ONE ISLAND GETAWAY: MINJERRIBAH
If you can handle an early morning start, a late arrival home and a bit of extra time in the car, then you really should make the drive to Bundaberg and Bargara at least once. 
FOR SWIMMING WITH MARINE LIFE: BUNDABERG AND BARGARA
Yearning for a coastal spot off the beaten path, but don't know where to head? Afraid that most of Queensland's stunning beach spots have become busy tourist meccas? 
FOR GETTING ACTIVE ON THE BEACH: RAINBOW BEACH
Going beachy isn't the only way to have a wet and wild day trip in the driving vicinity of Brisbane. In fact, you can head to Springbrook National Park and not even get your feet damp — and remain perfectly happy about it. 
FOR TREKKING THROUGH A RAINFOREST: SPRINGBROOK NATIONAL PARK
Sometimes, the best thing about a day trip is the change of scenery. At Montville, the mountainous sights really are something to behold ­— and something vastly different from Brisbane as well. 
FOR ART, CUCKOO CLOCKS AND MOUNTAIN VIEWS: MONTVILLE
If your only experience with Wivenhoe Dam is hearing about its levels in times of drought and restrictions, then prepare to visit somewhere both peaceful and practical. 
FOR BOATING, FISHING AND BARBECUING: LAKE WIVENHOE
Jumping in a car with your mates and coasting over the border to one of New South Wales' lesser-known spots — now that's a Brisbane rite of passage. You can basically throw a pin at a map of the northern coast and find a great beachside place to visit.
FOR GIANT PRAWNS AND POOLSIDE COCKTAILS: BALLINA AND BYRON
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