Springbrook National Park Brisbane | Gold Coast

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  • 5 Ben Saravia
    a month ago

    I’ve lived on Springbrook Mountain for over four years, and I can honestly say there’s nowhere else like it. Every day feels like a postcard — misty mornings, fresh air, waterfalls, ancient trees, and views that stretch all the way to the coast. It’s peaceful, quiet, and deeply connected to nature. You don’t just visit Springbrook — it slows you down, grounds you, and makes you appreciate the small things. Whether it’s the roar of Purling Brook Falls after rain, the stillness of the forest trails, or the golden light at Best of All Lookout, it’s pure magic. As a local, I still find new pockets of beauty all the time. If you’re visiting, take your time. Respect the land, the wildlife, and the locals who help preserve it. This mountain is a treasure.

  • 5 Sharon George
    3 months ago

    Springbrook National Park is absolutely breathtaking! The lush rainforest, stunning waterfalls like Purling Brook Falls, and incredible views from lookouts such as Best of All Lookout make it a must-visit. The walking tracks are well maintained and suit all fitness levels. It’s a peaceful escape into nature and perfect for a day trip. Highly recommend visiting if you're in Queensland!

  • 5 Sunil Sunny
    2 months ago

    We had an absolutely fantastic experience and a truly wonderful time. The drive to this place is a bit adventurous, but it's well worth the effort. There are numerous scenic lookout points along the way, each offering breathtaking views. The trek to Twin Falls is an absolute must—an unforgettable highlight of the trip!

  • 5 Le Hoang Giap
    3 weeks ago

    Springbrook National Park packs an astonishing mix of rainforest, waterfalls, and ancient geology into a compact stretch of the Gondwana highlands. The drive up is an experience in itself, climbing narrow switchbacks that swap coastal suburbs for clouds of mist and towering Antarctic beech trees. Stop at the first lookout and the Gold Coast skyline sits like a glittering bookmark far below, framed by rolling green hills. Walking tracks branch out in every direction, each with its own reward. Twin Falls Circuit threads behind two curtains of water, giving you that cinematic moment when sunlight slants through the spray. The Best of All Lookout lives up to its name with a sweeping vista all the way to Byron Bay on a clear day, and interpretive signs point out volcanic craters now softened by forest. For something shorter, the trail to the Natural Bridge leads into a cool cave where glow-worms light the ceiling after dusk and a creek dives through a neat hole in the rock. Facilities are simple but sufficient. Car parks at major trailheads have clean toilets, picnic tables, and clear maps that outline distances and difficulty grades. Mobile reception fades quickly off the ridge so downloading an offline map helps, and the plateau’s weather changes without warning, making a rain jacket smart even in midsummer. Food options are limited once you leave the highway; packing lunch lets you linger wherever you find the best bird calls. Whether you are after a family-friendly boardwalk, a half-day waterfall circuit, or just a chance to stand above the clouds for a moment, Springbrook delivers scenery that feels both primeval and unexpectedly close to the coast.

  • 5 Arianna
    5 months ago

    Springbrook National Park is a must-visit for nature lovers, offering stunning waterfalls, lush rainforests, and incredible lookouts. Highlights include the Natural Bridge, Purling Brook Falls, and the Best of All Lookout, which truly lives up to its name! The walking trails are well-maintained and filled with wildlife, making it a perfect escape into nature. Highly recommended for a scenic day trip or a peaceful hike!

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See ancient World Heritage rainforest, discover a surprising cave and waterfall and look out across volcanic cliffs—all from the comfort of your home! Photo credit: © Queensland Government

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Things to do

    Plan our walk so you can catch as many waterfalls in a day. Water and time have shaped this World Heritage listed park. Warrie circuit, Springbrook.

    Water and time have shaped this World Heritage listed park. Warrie circuit, Springbrook.

    Photo credit: Cameron Semple

    At any time of the year, expect cooler and often wetter conditions. Bring warm clothes and a raincoat!

    At any time of the year, expect cooler and often wetter conditions. Bring warm clothes and a raincoat!

    Photo credit: Adam Creed, Queensland Government

    Take in the breath-taking views of Mount Warning from Best of All lookout.

    Take in the breath-taking views of Mount Warning from Best of All lookout.

    Photo credit: Maxime Coquard, Queensland Government

    Watch erosion as it happens from the viewing platform along the Cougal cascades track. Always remain behind the barriers.

    Watch erosion as it happens from the viewing platform along the Cougal cascades track. Always remain behind the barriers.

    Photo credit: Lightcapturer, Queensland Government

    Camping and accommodation

    Camping

    Camping is available at The Settlement camping area on Springbrook plateau. Camping permits must be booked in advance, online or by phone. Fees apply.

    Camping is not permitted anywhere else in Springbrook National Park other than at The Settlement camping area.

    View the Camping information.

    Other accommodation

    There are several privately-run campgrounds, guesthouse, lodges and bed and breakfasts within a short distance of Springbrook National Park. For more information see the tourism information links.

    Walking tracks

    Springbrook National Park offers a wide range of walking opportunities ranging from 300m to 54km in length.

    The Gold Coast Hinterland Great Walk can either start or finish at The Settlement camping area. If you are interested in undertaking this 54km walk, please read the walk's details so you can better plan your Gold Coast Hinterland Great Walk.

    View the Journeys information for walking track details.

    Guided tours and walks

    A number of commercial operators conduct night tours to Natural Bridge section of Springbrook National Park to view the glow-worms. You can discover the glow-worms at night without joining a tour, but the basic cave rules must be followed. For more information see the tourism information links.

    Picnic and day-use areas

    There are several popular picnic areas. No rubbish bins are provided in Springbrook National Park—please take your rubbish home with you. Electric barbecues are provided throughout the park.

    Springbrook plateau

    All picnic areas on the plateau have toilets and sheltered picnic areas.

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    The Settlement

    The Settlement picnic area, located opposite The Settlement camping area, features a large, flat grassed area suitable for large group activities. If you are planning to conduct an organised activity in the park, you may need a permit. Visit the Permit finder tool to identify the permits or notifications that may be needed for your planned activities.

    Goomoolahra

    • Goomoolahra picnic area has sealed paths to toilets, picnic tables, picnic shelter and electric BBQs.

    Natural Bridge section

    A sheltered picnic table and toilets are provided. Water is not suitable for drinking.

    Part of Cave Creek within the park has been declared a restricted access area. Access to the creek, including within the cave, and creek bank is prohibited.

    A public telephone is available further north along the Nerang–Murwillumbah Road and adjacent the Numinbah Valley Hall. Cafes are located to the north of the park on Nerang-Murwillumbah Road as well as at Crystal Creek or Chillingham located south of the park in New South Wales.

    Mount Cougal section

    The small picnic area is located adjacent to the car park and beside the walking track entrance. Picnic tables and toilets are provided. Water is available for washing only—it is not suitable for drinking. No barbecues are provided.

    Viewing wildlife

    Subtropical rainforest, ancient Antarctic beech, hoop pines, eucalypt forest and montane heath habitats shelter an incredible variety of wildlife. More than 100 bird species live in the park. The elusive Albert's lyrebird, more often heard than seen, is part of an ancient, unique bird group that probably evolved when flowering plants began to dominate the landscape. In the winter months, its vibrant composite call can be heard from the depths of the valleys. Springbrook provides an important refuge for this species of songbird.

    The most frequently seen reptiles are prehistoric-looking lace monitors, glossy black skinks known as land mullets, and sleepy carpet pythons.

    The abundance of water in the park has resulted in a diverse selection of water-dwelling animals. Frogs are the most vocal, blue spiny crayfish the most colourful and eels the most surprising. Orange-eyed treefrogs Litoria chloris and large, beige-coloured great barred-frogs Mixophyes fasciolatus are often seen on the tracks at night.

    Other rare and threatened animals such as the Richmond birdwing butterfly rely on Springbrook and Numinbah's forests for their survival.

    Horseriding

    Guided by the horseriding strategic framework, horseriding is permitted only specific marked trails in the Numinbah and Austinville sections of Springbrook National Park.

    Help protect the park environment of Springbrook National Park by adopting a minimal impact approach to horseriding.

    • Stay safe by following the horseriding safety guidelines and the give-way code for shared trails.