G'day
Welcome to Somerset. We’re a large region of lakes and landscapes, in fact we’ve got 5,382km2 of prime Queensland country for you to explore.
Home to Australia’s longest recreational rail trail, the Brisbane Valley Rail Trail, there’s an epic 161km stretch of quality track just waiting for you to cycle, hike or horse-ride. Our lakes are second to none and the perfect spot to take a dip, drop in a line or boat your troubles away. Our little country towns are the heartbeat of our region. We are proud of our local businesses, big and small, and the hardworking families, farmers, and folk behind them.
Here in Somerset, we love a generous serve of home cooked tucker. That’s why our local cafes and pubs serve up the goods, packed with farm fresh flavours. What’s more, with superior caravan parks with pizazz, free RV rest areas, bushland camping escapes, and a range of accommodation styles available, there’s always plenty of room to stay when you visit.
All in all, we think Somerset is a pretty top spot, but don’t just take it from us, come and Experience Somerset for yourself.
Getting here
Located in the heart of South East Queensland, we’re just an hour from Brisbane and a stone’s throw away from Toowoomba and the Sunshine Coast. Take a short country drive and leave your troubles in the rearview mirror. Your gateway to exploring Queensland Country is waiting just around the corner in Somerset.
Ipswich
30 minutes
Toowoomba
60 minutes
Brisbane CBD
80 minutes
Sunshine Coast
90 minutes
Gold Coast
120 minutes
Getting here
Located in the heart of Southeast Queensland, we’re just an hour from Brisbane CBD and an easy drive from Toowoomba, Gold Coast and Sunshine Coast. Somerset is the perfect location for a weekend getaway or country escape with 5,382km2 of countryside for you to explore.
Ipswich
30 minutes
Brisbane CBD
80 minutes
Toowoomba
60 minutes
Sunshine Coast
90 minutes
Gold Coast
120 minutes
Experience
SOMERSET
Stay a while
IN SOMERSET
With superior caravan parks with pizazz, free RV rest areas, bushland camping escapes, and a range of accommodation styles available, there’s always plenty of room to stay when you visit.
What's on
IN SOMERSET
FEATURED EVENT
Escape Raid Race 2024
October 19, 2024
and October 20, 2024. 8.30am
Lake Wivenhoe Campground
Raid Adventures is excited to announce a move to spring for the third edition of the Escape Raid in 2024!
Three races – three different disciplines – one fantastic weekend.
Do one or do them all, the Escape Raid is designed to be a family friendly weekend of trekking, mountain biking, kayaking, navigating and camping. Adopting a general rogaine format, each event has it’s own unique twist requiring some head scratching strategic planning.
The Escape Raid is achievable by novices whilst still challenging the most hardened adventure athletes as they all navigate an unmarked course with map and compass. This race is just as much about the campfire as it is the competition.
Bookings essential