Sunshine Coast Volunteer Event – Mapleton Falls National Park
Join Friends of Parks – Mapleton Falls and Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service & Partnerships rangers for a hands-on conservation volunteering event in the Sunshine Coast hinterland.
Located on Jinibara Country, Mapleton Falls National Park may cover just 26 hectares, but this spectacular protected area is home to stunning rainforest scenery, rich biodiversity, and the iconic 120-metre Mapleton Falls lookout. With thousands of visitors exploring the park each year, ongoing conservation work is essential to maintain walking tracks, visitor facilities, and control invasive weeds that threaten native plants and wildlife.
This monthly volunteer conservation event offers a unique opportunity to work alongside QPWS rangers, learn about national park management, and discover the cultural and environmental significance of the landscape. Volunteers may assist with activities such as weed management, habitat restoration, track maintenance, and biodiversity conservation.
Perfect for nature lovers, aspiring park rangers, conservation students, bushcare volunteers, and anyone interested in environmental stewardship, these ranger-led volunteer days are a rewarding way to gain practical conservation experience while helping protect one of the Sunshine Coast’s most scenic national parks.
New and experienced volunteers are welcome. A moderate level of fitness is recommended. This event is suitable for ages 16+. RSVP is essential.
Event details
Day: Wednesday, 27th May 2026
Time: 8:30am – 11:30am
Location: Mapleton Falls National Park
RSVP: Email Michelle.Skinner@detsi.qld.
Note: RSVP to the above email is essential to receive the exact event details and confirmation.
What to expect
- Connect with rangers and the community
- Learn new skills and gain real-world experience as a volunteer ranger
- Learn about the history and values of Mapleton Falls National Park and surrounding areas
- Help remove invasive species or undertake maintenance to keep the area beautiful
- Perfect for beginners and experienced volunteers alike
What to bring
- Enclosed, sturdy shoes
- Long pants, long-sleeved shirt
- Hat, sunscreen
- Insect repellent
- Water
- Your own gardening gloves, if possible
