Standing in a row along the road’s edge, these majestic sentinels are a horticultural wonder, dwarfing all who pass by.

While their enormous canopy casts an impressive shadow, it’s the sprawling root systems of the Moreton Bay fig trees that fascinates nature lovers. Spreading out like giant tentacles, the roots can be human height or taller while the trees are believed to be up to 200 years old.

The fig trees are one of the top spots for nature photography on Norfolk Island. Pose beside the gargantuan entwined roots to put their size in perspective. It’s lovely and quiet along Headstone Road, so you don’t have to worry about other people sneaking into the shot.