The Toogoolawah Visitor Information Centre is an accredited VIC and serves as the primary tourism hub for the northern Somerset region, including Toogoolawah, Esk, Somerset Dam, Mount Glen Rock, and the Brisbane Valley Rail Trail.
- Name: Toogoolawah Visitor Information Centre
- Address: 27 Factory Road, Toogoolawah QLD 4313 (located at the Toogoolawah Railway Station precinct)
- Phone: (07) 5423 1036
- Opening Hours: Typically 9:00 am – 4:00 pm (7 days; seasonal variations)
- Type: Accredited Visitor Information CentreRegion: Toogoolawah / Somerset Region / Brisbane Valley Rail Trail Corridor
The centre is staffed by knowledgeable volunteers and provides comprehensive information for rail‑trail users, heritage attractions, rural touring, national parks and lake‑based recreation.
What Area It Caters For
1. Toogoolawah Township (Primary Area)
- Historic Toogoolawah Railway Station
- Somerset Regional Art Gallery – The Condensery
- Local cafés, bakeries and country pubs
- Town heritage walk and community events
- Boutique stores and rural produce outlets
2. Brisbane Valley Rail Trail (Major Coverage)
- Toogoolawah trailhead and facilities
- Cycling, horse riding and walking routes
- Scenic sections toward Esk and Moore
- Rail‑trail maps, safety information and route planning
3. Somerset Dam and Lake Somerset
- Kirkleigh and The Spit recreation areas
- Boating, fishing, kayaking and swimming
- Lakeside camping and holiday parks
- Scenic drives and picnic spots
4. Esk Township and Surrounds
- Esk town centre, cafés and shops
- Glen Rock State Forest access
- Esk markets and heritage buildings
- Rail‑trail connections and visitor services
5. Mount Glen Rock and Local Nature Areas
- Bushwalking and nature‑based recreation
- Lookouts, forest trails and wildlife viewing
- Photography and scenic touring routes
6. Moore and Upper Brisbane Valley
- Moore township (rail‑trail hub)
- Access to Benarkin State Forest
- Rural landscapes and country drives
- Local arts, crafts and community events
7. Kilcoy and Northern Somerset Link
- Kilcoy township and heritage precinct
- Access to Lake Somerset northern shores
- Touring routes toward Jimna and Conondale
8. Wivenhoe Dam and Southern Somerset Link
- Wivenhoe Dam recreation areas
- Lakeside parks, walking trails and lookouts
- Connections to Fernvale and the Brisbane Valley corridor
Services Provided
- Local and regional maps
- Rail‑trail brochures, safety guides and route advice
- Information on Somerset Dam, Lake Somerset and Wivenhoe Dam
- Recommendations for cafés, accommodation and camping
- Guidance on heritage attractions, galleries and museums
- Advice on bushwalking, nature areas and scenic drives
- Event information for Toogoolawah, Esk and Somerset region
- Weather, road condition and trail updates
Summary
The Toogoolawah Visitor Information Centre is the accredited tourism hub for the northern Somerset region. It supports visitors exploring Toogoolawah, Esk, Moore, Somerset Dam, Lake Somerset, Mount Glen Rock and the Brisbane Valley Rail Trail. With strong links to cycling, horse riding, lake recreation, heritage attractions and rural touring, it is an essential starting point for discovering the Brisbane Valley and the wider Somerset landscape.