Lakeland & Laura Lakeland is an agricultural region south west of Cooktown on the inland route. Lakeland was first occupied by Western Yalanji people and European settlement began in 1873 with the Palmer River Gold Rush and the establishment of a large cattle property known as Butchers Hill to supply meat to the goldfields. Lakeland has become a food bowl producing some of Australia’s best bananas and watermelons. For many travellers, Lakeland is considered the gateway to Cape York.
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Cooktown and Cape York Visitor Guide
