This is Cassowary country, and home to one of Australia's rare and flightless birds. They grow to about 1.6m tall which puts them second only to the Emu. It has a bright red and blue colouring on its bare neck and its body is covered with long hairy-like water resistant feathers and a large boney like crown on its head. They are often seen venturing into caravan parks and camp sites looking for food, but it is advisable to steer clear of them as they can inflict serious injuries if they get cranky. With 12 ponds, some of which have been built to emulate the natural barramundi habitat which makes it more challenging to the angler.
Accommodation is available in the form of cabins.
They are comfy and affordable, and the area is surrounded by rainforest which is inhabited by cassawary. A Farmstay Package includes use of facilities and unlimited fishing time. Post Office Box 987 Castletown.