Girraween National Park Southern Queensland Country

Coming soon – The Girraween visitor information building. Photo credit: © Lightbox

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The department is seeking volunteers to act as campground hosts at Girraween National Park over the Queensland school holidays. Photo credit: Darren Jew © Queensland Government

Things to do

    Image of Girraween National park which is a great place for walking.

    Girraween National park is a great place for walking.

    Photo credit: Jolene Nelson © Queensland Government

    Camping and accommodation

    Camping

    Camp at either Terrawambella, Kambuwal or Castle Rock camping areas. Walk-in bush camping is permitted in some parts of the park, subject to limits on numbers. Camping permits are required and fees apply.

    Other accommodation

    A range of holiday accommodation is available in and around Stanthorpe and Tenterfield. For more information see the tourism information links.

    Image of people walking up The Pyramid.

    Walking up The Pyramid.

    Photo credit: Jolene Nelson © Queensland Government

    Walking

    Girraween has 17km of walking tracks, ranging from a 280m stroll beside Bald Rock Creek to an 11km return walk to Mount Norman. Most walks start near the visitor information centre and day-use area—except where indicated. Main tracks are well defined but expect rocky sections and steep upper slopes.

    More experienced walkers with navigation skills can access an extensive fire trail network. A topographic map is required when using these remote tracks, none of which are described here.

    Walking tracks at a glance

    Matching experience and expectations—to make your planning easier, simply match your expectations and experience with the most suitable track or trail.

    All track distances are measured as return distances to their starting point unless otherwise indicated.
    Track nameDistanceDurationClassification
    Northern section walks   
    Wyberba Walk 280m 15min Grade 2
    Granite Arch 1.6km 30min Grade 3
    Bald Rock Creek circuit 2.2km 1hr Grade 3
    The Junction 3.7km 1.5–2hr from camping area Grade 3
    The Junction 5.2km 2hr from day-use area Grade 3
    Longer or more difficult walks   
    The Pyramid 3.6km 2hr Grade 4
    Eastern section walks   
    Dr Roberts Waterhole 1.2km 30min Grade 2
    Underground Creek 2.8km 1–1.5hr Grade 3
    Southern section walks   
    Castle Rock 5.2km 1.5–2hr Grade 4
    The Sphinx & Turtle Rock 7.4km 3–4hr Grade 3
    Mount Norman 11km 4–5hr from Visitor Centre Grade 4
    Mount Norman 4km 1.5–2hr from Mount Norman day-use area Grade 4

    Guided tours and talks

    There may be ranger-guided walks and talks in holiday times. Contact the Girraween National Park Visitor Information Centre for more details.

    Information Centre

    Spend time in the Girraween National Park Visitor Information Centre learning about Girraween's fascinating natural and cultural heritage, its wildflowers and dramatic landforms.

    Picnic and day-use areas

    Bald Rock Creek day-use area is next to the Girraween National Park Visitor Information Centre, at the base of The Pyramid, 9km from the New England Highway. Toilets, picnic tables, electric barbecues and water are provided. It is recommended that you boil or treat water before drinking, or bring your own drinking water supplies.

    Mount Norman day-use area can be reached by 2WD vehicles along unsealed Mt Norman Road about half an hours drive from Wallangarra. Pit toilets and picnic tables are provided, but water is not. Only 4WD vehicles may continue 12km north to meet with Pyramids Road.

    Viewing wildlife

    Girraween offers excellent opportunities for viewing wildlife. See kangaroos, possums and many colourful birds. Enjoy the colourful wildflower displays in spring.

    With over 750 plant, 150 bird, 22 mammal, 23 frog and 45 reptile species, Girraween guarantees its visitors a close encounter of a natural kind.

    See the description of the park's natural environment for more details about Girraween's diverse wildlife.