Queensland Walks

Gold Coast Hinterland Great Walk
Springbrook

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Discover beauty, mystery and history along the 54 kilometre Gold Coast Hinterland Great Walk linking the species-rich, Gondwana Rainforests of Australia World Heritage Area of Lamington and Springbrook plateaus via the scenic Numinbah Valley. Walk through the ancient volcanic landscape of the Tweed Volcano, which is still being eroded by rushing streams and plummeting waterfalls, through lush rainforest with relicts of Gondwana flora and fauna.

Choose to stroll a short section over a few hours, join a guided tour or for the more adventurous you can hike the full trail. The Gold Coast Hinterland Great Walk links Green Mountains (Lamington National Park) to the Springbrook Plateau, via Binna Burra and the Numinbah Valley.

The walk offers once-in-a-lifetime experiences — where else in Queensland can you walk along the rim of an ancient volcano? As you meander through the ancient rainforests you'll view stunning vistas from numerous lookouts, unique wildlife and splashing waterfalls.


ABOUT THE WALK


Distance: 55 kms
Duration: 3 days
Category: Multi-Day Walk
Difficulty: Moderate
Type: One way

Start Point: The walk can be walked in either direction. Most people start at O'Reilly's, in the Green Mountains section of Lamington National Park, and commence along the well-known 'Border Track' towards Binna Burra.
Finish Point: After traversing the Numinbah Valley, passing Woonoongoora walkers camp and Apple Tree Park, the walk finishes at Purling Brook Falls and The Settlement campsite. Alternatively, commence your walk here and finish at O'Reilly's.

Walk Highlights

  • Discover beauty, mystery and history along the Gold Coast Hinterland Great Walk linking the Gondwana Rainforests of Australia World Heritage Area of Lamington and Springbrook plateaus via the scenic Numinbah Valley.
  • Walk through the ancient volcanic landscape of the Tweed Volcano, which is still being eroded by rushing streams and plummeting waterfalls, through lush rainforest with relicts of Gondwana flora and fauna.
  • The walk offers once-in-a-lifetime experiences — where else in Queensland can you walk along the rim of an ancient volcano?
  • Numerous waterfalls and scenic vantage points provide spectacular views through the rainforests and over the valleys below.


Walk Hints

The walk can be walked in either direction. Choose to walk one section of the walk in a few hours or a whole day. Or you can walk the entire 54km over 3 days or more. Camping areas are provided along the track or you can stay in nearby guest houses and B&Bs. All accommodation should be booked prior to departure.


Best Time To Go

The best time to walk this Great Walk is between March and October. Both Lamington and Springbrook pleateaus are, on average, 5 degrees cooler than the coast - even in summer.


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ENTRY INFORMATION

Free Entry:
Yes.

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