An iconic pub with a tangible history dating back to 1875 and a heap of memorabilia on the walls, Lion's Den is a must-stop. You'll find fuel, ice-cold beer, strong coffee, awesome pizzas, pub meals and often live music. Spend a night if you can, camping or in one of the pole-tent cabins. Don't miss a swim in the flowing croc-free creek.
Lion's Den Hotel
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Local Indigenous artists representing the Yalanji, Nyungkul and Jalunji clans produce highly-regarded paintings, jewellery and screen-printed clothing for…
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Cooktown’s finest building (an 1899 convent), this National Trust museum houses well-preserved relics including journal entries, the cannon and anchor…
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Keatings Lagoon Conservation Park
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