Tropical North Queensland boasts a range of volcanic features, providing visitors with a unique and captivating experience. Among the notable volcanic sites in the region are Undara Volcanic National Park, known for its exceptional lava tube caves formed by ancient lava flows around 190,000 years ago. With over 70 caves in the park, some have collapsed to create lush vegetation in their interiors.
Mount Quincan, an extinct volcanic mountain near Yungaburra on the Atherton Tableland, features a sizable crater and is part of the region's cinder cones. Its scoria deposits hold mantle xenoliths of peridotite, adding to its geological significance. Seven Sisters, formed around 1 million years ago, are conical hills of scoria created by spouting basalt lava from small ground vents.
Visitors have the opportunity to engage with these volcanic features by partaking in activities such as swimming or kayaking in flooded craters, hiking to crater rims, or bushwalking to discover waterfalls cascading down lava flows. Exploring the lava tube caves at Undara Volcanic National Park is also a highlight. While these volcanoes are no longer active, they provide insight into the region's intriguing geological past and present stunning landscapes for exploration.