Tucked away between Laidley and Gatton is a vibrant little town with much to offer. Situated six kilometres south of the Warrego Highway, Forest Hill has an unspoiled boutique feel, reflected in its quality gift shops and tastefully renovated buildings.
Originally part of a large rural ‘run’, the area around Forest Hill was sub-divided into small farms in the 1880s. By the early 1900s Forest Hill was thriving and growing more produce than the older Gatton and Laidley settlements. Forest Hill was Australia’s largest produce distribution centre in the early 1900s.
Home to two beautiful large corner pubs, a quick trip to Forest Hill can easily convert half a day to exploring, shopping, eating and drinking a few cold beers.
Make sure you call into the privately owned Forest Hill Post Office where you will find a treasure trove of gifts, artwork and a cafe and restaurant with an enviable local reputation. Located next door is Cafe Sorella, originally an old grocery store.
Located a short drive from town is Stockton Rise Country Retreat, a three bedroom self contained house accommodation situated amongst fertile farmland.
Moreover, Forest Hill is on the Cobb and Co Tourist route, so it is little wonder it has something for the history buffs.
As an alternative to the hurly-burly of the highway, take the more leisurely and scenic route from Ipswich to Forest Hill via Rosewood and Laidley.
Quick Facts
Forest Hill is an Urban Location area within the local government area of Lockyer Valley in Queensland, it is located approximately 67kms from the capital Brisbane and extends over an area of 26.753 square kilometres. Forest Hill has a recorded population of 968 residents and is within the Australian Eastern Standard Time zone Australia/Brisbane.
If you are planning a visit to Forest Hill we’ve put together some of the things you can see or do while you are here. These include, places to stay, tours and attractions, some upcoming events and places where you can grab a meal. Go ahead, try one of the buttons above. Every destination has something worth seeing so start exploring… If you know Forest Hill and think we’ve missed something, let us know and we’ll share it here.