Just 30 minutes north of Brisbane, Pine Rivers offers extensive lake and river systems, native rainforest, rural countryside and an abundance of heritage and cultural experiences. Mt Glorious and Mt Nebo is within easy driving distance of Brisbane. Visitors are well rewarded by spectacular views, rainforests and birdlife. This area has many working farms including emu, deer, llama and goat farms where visitors can enjoy the experience of learning about the farming of these animals.
Farm stays and horse riding are very popular.
Lake Samsonvale offers visitors opportunities for fresh water fishing, birdwatching or picnicking along the picturesque lake shores at Bullocky Rest, MacGavin View, Harrison Pocket and Forgan Cove. The area around Dohles Rocks, Hayes Inlet and Freshwater Creek is rich in marine and bird life with dense stands of mangroves lining the shores. Everyone can access the boardwalks and observe the marine bird life from the bird hide located at Osprey House at Dohles Rocks and on the fringe of Moreton Bay. During World War II , Pine Rivers was a military base and training ground for English, American and Australian troops. Historical museums and other features throughout the shire provide information and jog memories.