Ready to roll through one of Queensland's most delicious destinations?
The brand-new Peddly Picnics experience has arrived on Tamborine Mountain in the Scenic Rim, combining adventure, fresh air, food and fun in one glorious, pedal-powered day out, that's also pet friendly!
Perfect for couples, families, and groups of friends, Peddly Picnics invites visitors to cycle (electric bikes of course!) along the breathtaking mountain ridge, stopping in at cellar doors, distilleries, breweries, cafés, and farm-to-table eateries along the way with the most incredible views of the Scenic Rim below.
The concept is simple, sustainable, and so Scenic Rim. Guests pre-book a picnic experience via peddlypicnics.com.au, collect their bikes and baskets from North Tamborine, and set off on a self-guided foodie trail, with stops that showcase some of the region's best bites and sips. What's even better – if your dog fits in the basket, they can go too!! From award-winning distilleries to mountaintop wineries and cafés serving true paddock-to-plate fare, it's a day made for slow travel.
TASTE, SIP, ROLL " THE PEDDLY PICNICS TRAIL HIGHLIGHTS
Start (or finish) at Picnic Real Food Bar – a local institution owned by chef Brenda Fawdon, known for her nourishing, organic approach to food and her closed-loop sustainability system that turns kitchen waste into compost. (North Stores, 46 Main Street)
Loborn Distillery – just next door, discover modern amaro made with local botanicals at this chic, locally born aperitif distillery redefining the Italian classic. Sip, learn and linger.
Witches Falls Winery & Boxer Brewing Co. – two destinations in one! Enjoy wild ferment wines at Witches Falls before crossing the lawn to Boxer Brewing's Kennel Tap Room for a refreshing local lager or crisp cider.
The Cauldron Distillery – set on seven scenic hectares, this award-winning estate is home to the famed Five to Five Gin and the brand-new Australian Agave Spirits. Stay for tastings, tours, or a long lazy lawn session with pizza and cocktails.
Saint Marthe Brasserie – the newest gem on Main Street, where French flair meets mountain soul. Expect small plates, beautiful wines, and a golden-hour vibe.
Tamborine Mountain Coffee Plantation – stop for a truly local brew, grown, roasted, and poured right on the mountain.
Curtis Falls Track – park your bikes and wander through rainforest to one of the region's most beautiful waterfalls. Breathe in, slow down, and soak up nature at its best.
Robert Sowter Park Lookout – ride to the rim! This panoramic viewpoint looks over the Scenic Rim and is the perfect place to picnic, sip, and watch paragliders soar.
PS IT'S COOLER ON THE MOUNTAIN!!! Tamborine Mountain is famed for be a few degrees cooler during Summer and with new accommodation options recently opened, plus wonderful established hotels, cabins and luxe stays as well as camping and glamping, the mountain is this year's best Summer escape. FOR WHERE TO STAY AND MORE SCENIC RIM TIPS AND SIPS – visitscenicrim.com.au