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Mount Garnet

QLD 4872 • Queensland

532
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
446.94 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralRemoteHistoricAgriculturalMining Heritage

About Mount Garnet

Mount Garnet is a small rural town in Queensland's Tablelands Region, situated at an elevation of 660 m on the Atherton Tablelands, approximately 161 km south-west of Cairns. The town spans a large locality of around 503 km² and recorded a population of 532 residents in the 2021 Census. Named after the garnet minerals found in the area, Mount Garnet has a rich history in base metal mining — primarily zinc, lead, and silver — which shaped the town's early development.

Mount Garnet is a quiet outback tablelands community surrounded by cattle grazing country, remnant tropical rainforest, and geological formations. The nearby Millstream Falls — the widest waterfall in Australia — and Innot Hot Springs are popular local attractions drawing travellers along the Savannah Way. Residents enjoy an affordable rural lifestyle with the town supporting a general store, pub, primary school, and basic services, while larger facilities are available in Ravenshoe (~46 km east) or Atherton (~96 km east).

Mount Garnet falls under postcode 4872 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Hill electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4872
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Leichhardt
State Electorate
Hill
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-18.03°, 145.16°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
446.94 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Tablelands Bus & Coach — Atherton / Ravenshoe ~1 hr to Atherton (limited schedule)

Commute to Cairns

Distance
161 km
By Train
No rail service
By Bus
No direct bus service to Cairns; limited regional connections via Atherton
By Car (Peak)
~2 hr via Gillies Highway
By Car (Off-Peak)
~1 hr 55 min

🛣️ Mount Garnet is a remote tablelands town with very limited public transport. Private vehicle is essential; the Kennedy Highway and Savannah Way are key access routes.

Walkability Car Dependent

Mount Garnet is a remote rural town where walking serves only local needs within the small township. A car is essential for access to services beyond the town centre.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
532
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
N/A
Personal Income 2021
N/A
▲ 0% increase

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Mount Garnet known for? +

Mount Garnet is a small rural town in Queensland's Tablelands Region, situated at an elevation of 660 m on the Atherton Tablelands, approximately 161 km south-west of Cairns. The town spans a large locality of around 503 km² and recorded a population of 532 residents in the 2021 Census.

How far is Mount Garnet from Brisbane CBD? +

Mount Garnet is approximately 161 km from Cairns. By car, the journey takes around ~1 hr 55 min off-peak and ~2 hr via Gillies Highway during peak hours.

Does Mount Garnet have public transport? +

Mount Garnet is served by bus routes connecting to Atherton / Ravenshoe, though there is no direct rail service. A car is recommended for most journeys.

What is the population of Mount Garnet? +

According to the 2021 Census, Mount Garnet has a population of approximately 532 residents, making it a small rural locality.

Is Mount Garnet a good place to live? +

Mount Garnet suits those who value a quiet rural lifestyle with open spaces and natural surroundings. It is ideal for people seeking acreage, farming, or a secluded country retreat, with urban amenities accessible from nearby towns.

What is the postcode for Mount Garnet? +

The postcode for Mount Garnet, QLD is 4872.