Ships Stern circuit
Binna Burra, Scenic Rim Area

Further Details:
Ships Stern circuit features Gondwana Rainforests of Australia World Heritage Area, stunning waterfalls, spectacular views over valleys, piccabeen palms and wildflower display. The circuit commences opposite the road entrance to Binna Burra Mountain Lodge. The circuit descends past the scenic Yangahla lookout to the valley floor. The circuit crosses Nixon Creek and ascends through Hidden Valley past Charraboomba Rock to the top of Ships Stern range and into open eucalypt forest. The circuit continues through rainforest and open forest, with another side track (an additional 1.3 kilometeres one way) providing access to Upper Ballunjui. Continue past Nagarigoon back to Binna Burra.

The trail is 21 kilometres long, with a hard degree of difficulty and will take approximately eight hours to complete. Be aware of leeches in summer, particularly after rain. The weather can change quickly so bring wet-weather gear and warm clothing. For the very energetic, Daves Creek circuit can be added to this walk, making it a total of 23 kilometres.

How To Get There:
Binna Burra is via Beechmont, about 95 kilometres or a 90 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 kilometres drive is very narrow.