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Araucaria Lookout Track
Binna Burra, Scenic Rim Area

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Description

The Araucaria Lookout Track in the Binna Burra section of Lamington National Park is reached by following the Border Track to the foot of Mount Hobwee. For much of this section, the track winds upwards along the Beechmont Range through subtropical rainforest, with occasional sections where Antarctic Beech is prominent.

A turnoff to the left takes walkers to Araucaria Lookout, Mount Hobwee or Mount Wagawn.

Araucaria Lookout is the first option on the left, with a suitable lunch spot on the track - the Orchid Bower. A set of steps leads up the rock wall to a lookout that provides spectacular views of the Mount Warning caldera.

The final track to the summit of the lookout leaves the loop track and follows the ridge through a small area of open heath dotted with clumps of rock orchids. The summit gives spectacular panoramas of the Springbrook Range and the Mount Warning Caldera.

About the Walk

19 kilometres
5-8 hours
Full Day Walk
Moderate
Return
This track branches off the Border Track.

Walk Highlights

  • Subtropical rainforest
  • Antarctic Beech
  • Panoramic views of Mount Warning
  • Gondwana Rainforests of Australia World Heritage Area

Walk Hints

Be aware of leeches in summer, particularly after rain. The weather can change quickly so bring wet-weather gear and warm clothing. Spring is the best time to see the many orchids on this track in full bloom.

Best Time To Go

The altitude of Lamington National Park provides a great escape from the Summer heat, although winter walkers are rewarded with clear views and a lesened chance of rain and leeches.

Property Details

Facilities

  • Car park
  • Public toilet
  • Walking Tracks

Activities

  • Animal Watching
  • Birdwatching
  • Walking

Other Information

Further Details:
The altitude of Lamington National Park provides a great escape from the summer heat, although winter walkers are rewarded with clear views and a lessened chance of rain and leeches. The highlights of the Araucaria Lookout Track are: sub-tropical rainforest, Antarctic beech, panoramic views of Mount Warning and Gondwana Rainforests of Australia World Heritage Area.
The Araucaria Lookout Track is approximately 17.8 kilometres long, which takes about eight hours to traverse. The track is rated as moderate in difficulty. This track branches off the Border Track.
Be aware of leeches in summer, particularly after rain. The weather can change quickly so bring wet-weather gear and warm clothing. Spring is the best time to see the many orchids on this track in full bloom.

How To Get There:
Binna Burra is via Beechmont, about 95 kilometres or a one hour 30 minute drive from Brisbane, or 70 minutes from Broadbeach, about 38 kilometres to Beechmont via Nerang. From the north, take Pacific Motorway Exit 34 and Route 92 to Tamborine, and route 90 to Canungra then 18 kilometres to Beechmont. From Broadbeach, take the Nerang turn off from the Pacific Highway (Exit 71) and follow the signs to Beechmont and Binna Burra. The final section of the 10 kilometre drive is very narrow.


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Araucaria Lookout Track - Print Brochure
Araucaria Lookout Track
Map of Araucaria Lookout Track
Lamington National Park
Binna Burra Section
Binna Burra
Queensland 4211 Australia

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