Visiting Innot Hot Springs in Queensland – Travel Guide

Visiting Innot Hot Springs in Queensland – Travel Guide

A short visitor's guide with everything you need to know about Innot Hot Springs near Ravenshoe, Queensland.

Travelers who visit tropical North Queensland are usually blown away by how many epic things there are to do and see up here! At first glance, most people won't believe that this incredible region even has hot springs!

In this quick guide, I'll walk you through everything you need to know when planning a visit to these magnificent hot springs in the Atherton Tablelands (Queensland, Australia).

About the hot springs of Innot

The Innot Hot Springs are naturally heated geothermal pools on Nettle Creek in the Atherton Tablelands. While I don't want to disappoint you by claiming that these are "world class" springs, that is simply not the case. What you can expect, however, is a warm, natural bath without paying a cent!

Are Innot Hot Springs free? Yes, access to Innot Hot Springs in Queensland is free. However, you can stay at the Hot Springs Amusement and Camping Park, which is located next to the springs.
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How do I get here?

These springs are located on Kennedy Highway between Ravenshoe and Mount Garnet townships. Expect a long drive of over 2 hours if coming from Cairns.

A visit to Innot Hot Springs is a good idea if you want to explore all the great things to do in the Tablelands. That's because these springs are a great place to relax after a long day exploring the waterfalls of nearby Millaa Millaa or the incredible Tully Gorge.

For those without a car, you can book a full-day 4WD Tablelands and Chillagoe tour from Cairns, which also stops at the springs.

Google Maps Pin: “Innot Hot Springs Amusement and Camping Park”

Nearby: Millstream Falls and Little Millstream Falls

What to Expect at Innot Hot Springs

When you first arrive at Innot Hot Springs you will find a large parking lot right in front of the campground. If you walk down to the stream from here you will often see many people bathing in the warm, natural springs.

While water levels depend on recent rains, you can usually walk a bit upstream to find a decent pool. Be careful though, some of the shallow pools can get up to 75 degrees!

We were told by a local who has used these pools his entire life that an hour or so in these pools is more than enough. This is because they are very rich in minerals and can leave you a little dry if you leave them for too long!
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Innot Hot Springs accommodation

As I mentioned above, there is a campground at Innot Hotsprings that offers sites for campers. This is a dog-friendly park, but dogs are not allowed in the pools.

They offer pitches with and without power for motorhomes and caravans.

Additionally, visitors get access to facilities such as a swimming pool and a naturally heated spa.

It's best to just pop in and book a site or call them in advance.

Compare: The best accommodation options in the Tablelands region
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The Hot Spring Pub

Another highlight that is often mentioned is the quaint little pub called the Hot Springs Hotel right next to the springs. This pub is nothing special, but it has character!

The Aboriginal Legend

The Mamu indigenous people have a Dreamtime story about the Innot Hot Springs. They believe the springs formed when a large turtle had a hot rock in its stomach and carried it upstream from the sea to warm the water.
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More activities in the tropical north

I hope you enjoyed this quick and easy guide to visiting Innot Hot Springs in the Atherton Tablelands, Queensland. For more travel articles and adventure ideas in the region, check out some of my other posts below.

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