Sharon

Sharon combines nature experiences on the Burnett River with a remarkable railway bridge and guided farm tours. The Burnett Downs River Walk, the birds along the trail and the history of the bridge at Splitters Creek give your trip different points of focus. You can consider whether you would rather spend your time outdoors by the river, learning about local history or visiting a farm.

Walking by the Burnett River

The Burnett Downs River Walk follows a section of the Burnett River near Sharon. The trail is 1.5 kilometres long; the return journey is about 3 kilometres. These details help you factor the distance into your day without assuming a walking time. If you want to walk one way only, the one-way distance is the relevant measure; for the return journey along the same route, you can allow for roughly twice the distance.

There are many birds along the walk. These include wading birds that fish in the river early in the morning or in the afternoon, as well as bush birds. If you enjoy watching wildlife, you can look out for this difference as you walk. For families, it can be a chance to look out for different groups of birds together and treat the trail not just as a route, but as an opportunity to discover nature. These observations offer a tangible connection with nature without requiring you to plan a long hike.

A bridge with railway history

A railway bridge stands at Splitters Creek in Sharon. It was completed in 1880 as part of the Mount Perry railway. It is considered a rare and unusual example of early railway bridge construction in Queensland. This gives it a different focus from the River Walk: here, the emphasis is not on birdlife, but on a structure with a clearly stated connection to railway history.

If you are interested in historic structures, the bridge is a reason in its own right to consider including Sharon in your travel plans. Its significance lies in its rarity and its connection to the Mount Perry railway. Nature watching and engineering history are distinct interests here; you can consider which one you would like to shape your stay as part of planning your holiday rental.

Farm tours and animal stories

Splitters Farm began in 2017 as a safe haven and sanctuary for rescued farm animals. The animals had been neglected or mistreated, or their owners’ circumstances had changed. This history gives the guided tours a special context. The tours include collecting eggs and tasting honey—hands-on experiences that are different from a walk or a visit to a historic structure.

Splitters Farm is located at 205 Blairs Road, Sharon, Queensland 4670. The address gives you a clear reference point if you are considering including the farm in your plans. For families with children, the combination of animal stories and activities on the guided tours can make for a particularly engaging part of a trip; decide according to your interests whether a farm visit suits your holiday plans.

Sharon Gorge as another nature highlight

Sharon Gorge is four kilometres farther along the road. There, rainforest, ferns, palms and orchids line the banks of the Burnett River. This landscape offers a distinct nature highlight near Sharon. The river therefore features in two different settings: at the Burnett Downs River Walk near Sharon and along the plant-lined banks of the gorge.

For the regional travel overview: Bundaberg Regional.