One of the best kept secrets of Mount Tamborine is the gorgeous display of red and gold maple leaves which appears every Autumn. European immigrants to the Mountain planted deciduous trees which reminded them of home decades ago, creating tiny patches of Northern Hemisphere seasons tucked away in the rainforest. The best time of year to visit to see this display is April and May, just as Autumn begins in Australia. If you're looking for one of a kind engagement photos or a dreamy Autumn wedding, there's a few Tamborine Mountain venues you absolutely need to visit!
Cedar Creek Estate Vineyard and Winery features an assortment of Liquid Amber trees, a close cousin of Maple Trees which put on a specular display every year. With red and gold trees surrounding a sandstone chapel and a series of picturesque ponds and lakes, this Tamborine Mountain venue puts on a stunning display every Autumn.
The Tamborine Mountain Botanic Gardens are an amazing collection of Old Growth Eucalypts, manicured gardens and a Japanese Maple Display. There's so many distinct spots in the gardens for amazing photos, from the traditional Japanese gardens to the cobblestone bridge over a gorgeous lake.
Tip: Unlike our National Parks, the Botanic Gardens close at dusk, so be aware of this when planning timing!
The perfect spot for a quick photo, complete with some excellent coffee! Tamborine Mountain Coffee Plantation, with its onsite cafe, is open from 7am to 3pm weekdays and until 4pm on weekends.
The beautiful garden cafe is an attraction in its own right, with over half an acre of lawn and al fresco terrace seating, perfect for soaking up the sunshine and fresh mountain air.
The Mountain is dotted with maple trees planted by homeowners decades ago, with plenty of spots in public parks and roadsides which could make your perfect photoshoot spot! Slightly lower down on the mountain the landscape changes to pines, paddocks of red and cream grasses and native Eucalyptus trees.
Tip: Find a photographer who has taken seasonal photos on Tamborine Mountain before so they can take you to all the secret spots!