Things To See and Do
Natural Bridge, Springbrook National Park
Springbrook
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Natural Bridge, Springbrook National Park is a most unusual geological feature created over millions of years by water tumbling through the roof of a basalt cave. Natural Bridge is home to an amazing colony of glow-worms, whose lights can be seen only after sunset. Lookouts and lush rainforest also grace this World Heritage-listed haven, making it one of the most popular parks in Australia. Take the short circuit walk to the natural arch over Cave Creek, and view the unique waterfall and cave. Enjoy a picnic and relax in cool rainforest. Join a nocturnal tour to see delicate glow-worms. (Remember a torch for the walk, but turn it off once in the cave.) On summer nights, see luminous fungi and fireflies. During the day, hear the calls of paradise riflebirds, green catbirds and wompoo fruit-doves.
CONTACT DETAILS
Phone:
13 0013 0372
Tollfree:
1300 130 372
Email: csc@epa.qld.gov.au
Web:
www.epa.qld.gov.au/projects/park/index.cgi?parkid=31
ENTRY INFORMATION
Free Entry:
Yes.
FURTHER INFORMATION
Children: Children are welcome.
How to get There
Natural Bridge is located on the Nerang-Murwillumbah Road, about four kilometres north of the border gate. From the Pacific Highway, you can turn off at Nerang (30 kilometres to the park) or at Mudgeeraba (42 kilometres to the park via Springbrook plateau). The scenic access roads are winding and should be travelled with care. Mini-bus tours run to the park from the Gold Coast and Murwillumbah.
Weather
An annual rainfall of 2500 millimetres falls during the hot, humid summer. Winter days are often clear and crisp but it may be cool at any time of year.
