Springbrook National Park Brisbane | Gold Coast

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  • 5 Jenny
    a month ago

    Extremely worthwhile hike and drive! We came here for a camping trip and walked to the two falls. It was a long walk but at the end, it was beautiful! You can walk the track that goes all around the waterfalls, so you can see multiple views of it at different angles. This was very rewarding and quite exciting as we started very far from the falls and then ended up right below them! The walk is mostly a set track, with small rocks and dirt paths. We did see some wildlife, such as birds, lizards and snakes! The track varies from being undercover to completely exposed so make sure you do have the relevant sun protection and you dress in layers! There is a parking lot but it can get busy, so be aware of that too!

  • 5 Yasith Abeywickrama
    a month ago

    Great hike with moderate difficulty. Breathtaking waterfalls along the way. Absolutely worth the drive and getting wet from the mist. Went on a weekend just after a rainy week.

  • 5 Adriana Correa
    a month ago

    Beautiful trek were you feel involved in the nature. The waterfalls are just amazing Really clear and clean to swim (really cold as well) The top is perfect for the sunset.

  • 5 Shannon Murphy
    a month ago

    We found this place on Google and decided to do the 2 hour hiking route, I’m so glad we did because it was absolutely beautiful. The main twin waterfalls were relatively busy but it was still nice to spend some time there, the other waterfalls further round were much quieter though.

  • 5 Jodi Debel
    4 months ago

    Beautiful park, great walking tracks, excellent facilities. The tracks are well maintained and the main tourist walks (Best of all lookout, Purlington and Natural Bridge) are not difficult to walk even though there is some incline. Of you are fat and fifty, you can do this.

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The Settlement camping area

The Settlement camping area is the only camping area in Springbrook National Park.

Accessible by

  • Conventional vehicle
  • Trail bike
  • Bicycle
  • Walk-in

Camping area facilities

  • Electric/fuel barbecue (free of charge)
  • Picnic tables (some sheltered)
  • Toilets (non-flush)
  • Wheelchair access (may require assistance)
  • Tent camping
  • Camper trailer camping
  • Campervan camping
  • Tent camping beside car
  • Short walk to tent
  • Walking
  • Scenic drive

Always check

The Settlement camping area is the only camping area in Springbrook National Park. Travelling up from the Gold Coast, turn left off the Springbrook Road at the Springbrook Public Hall into Carricks Road and follow the signs. The camping area is on the right. All camp sites are well defined and suitable for tents, camper trailers and campervans.

The camping area is linked by a short walking track to the top of Purling Brook Falls. This walking track links up to the Gold Coast Hinterland Great Walk.

The Settlement camping area entry, Springbrook National Park.

The Settlement camping area entry, Springbrook National Park.

Photo credit: Tanya Sweeney, Queensland Government

Location: Carricks Road, Springbrook National Park.

Access: Conventional vehicle.

Maps: The Settlement camping area map (PDF, 79.6KB)

Number of sites: 11 well-defined sites.

Camp sites are suitable for: Tents, camper trailers and campervans. Each camp site has an area approximately 10m x 4.2m and an individual parking bay. Camp sites are not suitable for caravans.

Camp site surface: Soil and grassed areas with gravel parking bays.

Facilities: Toilets, drinking water and a cooking shelter with free electric barbecues. Please note: there are no showers or rubbish bins provided. Please take your rubbish home with you or use the community waste and recycling centre located on Carricks Road. A short walk from the camping area is The Settlement picnic area, which has a large open recreation area, information shelter, picnic facilities and additional toilets.

Open fires: Prohibited. Fuel stoves recommended.

Generators: Not permitted.

Essentials: Read more about before you visit.

Bookings: Bookings are essential and are required well in advance for holiday periods. Book online or by phone.

Mobile phone coverage: Moderate; coverage is generally available from lookouts where you can see the Gold Coast.

Upcoming camping area availability

Visiting safely

For more safety information see Visiting Springbrook safely and camp with care.