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Canungra
Queensland 4275 Australia
Albert River Circuit
Canungra,
Scenic Rim Area
Free Entry
Description
The Albert River circuit within Lamington National Park, leads off the Border Track five kilometres from the trail head. The track winds down to Lightning Falls and follows the left branch of the Albert River upstream to Echo Falls and Echo Point. Between the falls and Echo Point, you walk through warm temperate rainforest dominated by coachwood trees. This is one of the few places in the park where you can see this type of rainforest.
Along this walk, you will also see spectacular creek scenery with mossy rocks and ancient Antarctic beech trees. Echo Point, overlooking the Tweed Range and Lamington wilderness area lives up to its name, if you try calling. Return to Green Mountains section (O'Reilly) back along the Border Track.
About the Walk
Walk Highlights
- Rushing waterfalls
- Fantastic views
- Antarctic Beech trees
- Palm-filled gullies
- Gondwana Rainforests of Australia World Heritage Area
Walk Hints
Always walk with a torch, as the forest becomes dark early.
Wear insect repellent to discourage leeches in Summer. The weather can change quickly so bring wet-weather gear and warm clothing.
The Albert River Circuit is a long walk that should only be attempted by fit walkers. Take food and water.
Best Time To Go
The altitude ensures the temperature is comfortable for walking year round. Waterfalls are best during January to March but be prepared for rain and wet tracks.
Property Details
Facilities
- BBQ Facilities
- Car park
- Public toilet
- Walking Tracks
Activities
- Animal Watching
- Birdwatching
- Walking
Other Information
General Comments
The Albert River circuit features: rushing waterfalls, fantastic views, Antarctic Beech trees, palm-filled gullies and the Gondwana Rainforests of Australia World Heritage Area. This circuit leaves the Border Track five kilometres from the main track entrance and winds down to Echo Falls before following a branch of the Albert River upstream to Echo Point lookout. Panoramic views of Mount Wagawn, Mount Durigan and the Tweed Range can be seen from here. The track circuit continues east along the Queensland-New South Wales border, then turns north-west to connect with the Border Track.
The Albert River circuit is approximately 20.6 kilometres long, of moderate degree of difficulty and should take about seven hours to complete. Always walk with a torch, as the forest becomes dark early. Wear insect repellent to discourage leeches in Summer. The weather can change quickly so bring wet-weather gear and warm clothing. The Albert River Circuit is a long walk that should only be walked by those with previous bushwalking experience.
How To Get There
From Broadbeach, drive 40 kilometres to Canungra via Nerang and follow the signs to Green Mountains and O'Reilly's Rainforest Retreat. From the north, take Pacific Motorway exit 34 to Beenleigh, route 92 to Tamborine, and route 90 to Canungra and follow the signs. The 36 kilometres winding and often narrow bitumen road from Canungra requires care and takes at least 50 minutes. This road is unsuitable for caravans.
Free Entry
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