A Stop for Caravanners and Grey Nomads

Travelling between Bundaberg and Gin Gin? Mystery Craters at South Kolan is an easy break in the drive: stretch your legs on a self-guided crater walk, have a barista coffee and a homemade scone, and leave with a mystery to talk about on the road.

Open daily 9:00 am to 2:30 pm. Walk-ins welcome. Room on site to park caravans and big rigs. Senior (Seniors Card) $18.50. Pensioner $16.00. Adult $20.50.

Entrance to Mystery Craters at South Kolan, near Bundaberg

Why stop here

  • A walk with a story: 35 unusual crater formations, a viewing platform and a short introductory presentation about the theories and the 1970s history.
  • The Earth Room: a collection of crystals, minerals and fossils, included with admission.
  • Jim’s Trail: antique vehicles on display; the trail is a work in progress.
  • Coffee and cake: barista coffee, tea, toasties, croissants, scones and homemade cakes, with gluten-free options. See the café menu.
  • Travelling with a dog? Dogs are welcome on a lead.
Viewing platform overlooking the Mystery Craters formationsScone with jam and cream and a latte at the Mystery Craters Café

Good to know

  • Free on-site parking, with room for caravans and big rigs.
  • Allow 45–60 minutes, or longer with a café stop.
  • The café, boutique and Earth Room have accessible entry; some outdoor areas are uneven. Drop-off is available close to the entrance.
  • Wear enclosed shoes and stay on the paths.
  • Travelling with a caravan club or social group? See group visits for morning tea and guided options.
Antique vehicles at Jim’s Trail, a work in progress at Mystery CratersCrystal and mineral specimens in the Earth Room at Mystery Craters

More to see nearby

Lake Monduran, the Boolboonda Tunnel, Mon Repos turtles and the Southern Great Barrier Reef are all within reach. See our guide to things to do in Bundaberg and Gin Gin and our visitor FAQs.

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