Springbrook National Park - All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go (2024)
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Springbrook National Park
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The area
Address
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Restaurants
9 within 3 miles
The Fudge Shop
181
2.5 mi$ • Dessert • Australian
Polly's Country Kitchen
80
2.4 mi$$ - $$$ • Cafe • Australian • Vegetarian Friendly
Dancing Waters Cafe
196
2.6 mi$$ - $$$ • Quick Bites • Cafe • Healthy
Greenwood Farm
4
2.5 miAustralian
The Lost Fawn Cafe
39
2.7 mi$ • Quick Bites • Cafe • Australian
The Little Farm Cafe
2.5 miQuick Bites • Australian
Scuttlebutt Cafe Restaurant
2.7 mi
The Evergreen
2.7 mi
Springbrook Shop & Cafe
2.8 mi
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Attractions
17 within 6 miles
Purling Brook Falls
268
2.4 miPoints of Interest & Landmarks
Welcome to Springbrook Watertank Art & Winburn Lookout
1
0.6 miPoints of Interest & Landmarks
Natural Bridge
884
National Parks
Best Of All Lookout
303
Points of Interest & Landmarks
Wunburra Lookout
7
0.9 miPoints of Interest & Landmarks
Apple Tree Park
7
1.2 miParks
Springbrook Research Observatory
8
2.7 miObservatories & Planetariums
Goomoolahra Falls
51
Points of Interest & Landmarks
Antarctic Beech Trees
11
Points of Interest & Landmarks • Scenic Walking Areas
Springbrook Glow Worm Research Centre
21
Educational sites
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4.5
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bobjanh
Brisbane, Australia2,263 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Wonderful national park
Nov 2019 • Couples
Stayed in our camper for three nights at The Settlement camping area in Springbrook NP. Just 45 minutes from the Gold Coast, it is a world away in terms of getting back to nature. The camping area, located a short walk away from Purling Brook Falls, has around 11 sites which must be pre-booked online with reasonable separation and privacy, an amenities block and a shelter and BBQ area.

The Park has a number of well-marked walks that take in the various waterfalls contained within it. The park has several sections and you need to drive to those away from the camping area: At Purling Brook Falls there is a circuit walking track of 6km ( if you take on the sidewalks as well) that is very picturesque.

About 5km away is Twin Falls where there is an equally lovely 4km circuit walk that is well worth doing: access is from a number of points, the main one being near Twin Falls itself. At this location there is also a larger 17km loop through the rainforest for the more active amongst us.

It is also well worth the 30 minute drive over to the Natural rich section of the NP where a well made 2km circuit track takes you to this particular formation: well worthwhile.

One of the loveliest and easily accessible NPs in the region: the drive up alone is worth the effort.
Written February 2, 2020
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Linda
Hanc, France238 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
great
Feb 2020 • Couples
started with Hardys view then Canyons lookout which was spectacular. Finally the Best lookout. this was amazing and timed it just right as a local was there and explained all the view including the smoke haze from the bush fires.
A must is the walk to the Natural Bridge. when on the trail go clockwise following glow worm cave. this means you go down steps and back up the track. A lot easier.
The bridge waterfall was amazing and you can go in cave and see bats flying. a really special place.
Written February 3, 2020
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gai3
Bengaluru, India3 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Springbrook Twin Falls circuit
Jan 2020 • Couples
Amazing walk to the falls. Grade 3 walk. Must do in Goldie coast hinterland. It was an amazing weather too. The drive was just beautiful. It was raining today and drive amidst mist and fog and rain was a bonus. Attaching few photos taken by me today.
Written January 25, 2020
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DianaCheong
Singapore, Singapore40 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Amazing gorgeous national park!
Feb 2020
We drove to Springbrook National Park and it was an amazing experience. We were able to stop at all the recommended points of the park and the views were spectacular. MUST GO! There were waterfalls and picnic areas too! There are walking trails up to 6km if you have time. We then drove to the Natural Bridge - another MUST GO! It was another spectacular sight to behold. It is so beautiful in Springbrook National Park. It is nature, culture and history. It was a volcano - 23million years ago!!
Written February 24, 2020
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allslantylike
Cairns, Australia158 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Well worth a visit
Feb 2023 • Couples
We had a wonderful day exploring Springbrook National Park. Highlight was the Natural Bridge - I suggest getting there early so that you can enjoy it yourself, without the crowd. When we were leaving there were about 20 cars in the carpark.

We also visited other areas of the park including the ‘Best of all lookouts’ track, which was a lovely short walk, The Canyon - which is a lovely lookout and starting point for walks such as twin falls, Buliya-Buliya jagon boardwalk, Goomoolahra lookout, and Boojerahla lookout.

Just a tip, the Natural Bridge section of the park is about 45 minutes from the other sections of the park, so ensure you take that under consideration when planning your trip and choosing which starting point to put into your GPS.
Written February 10, 2023
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Sean B
Perth, Australia277 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Natural wonder is a sight to behold.
Jan 2020
There is so much to see at Springbrook National Park, so if you're going to visit, allow a few hours for the excursion.

My wife and I made the drive from Mudgeeraba to the park and it was just stunning. We were unable to do much at Apple Tree Park, as walk trails were closed due to bushfire risk, but we made the most of our visit to the Purling Brook Falls and embarked on the 4km (according to notice board, but actually closer to 5kms) circuit walk. The scenery was just beautiful. Bit warm, but we carried plenty of water and wore hats.

We also visited the Canyon Lookout and the Best of All Lookout. Views from both were incredible too.

There are a number of places to grab a drink or something to eat within the park, as well as picnic areas. Definitely worth a visit if you're in south-east Queensland.
Written January 5, 2020
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Catalina
Province of Malaga, Spain75 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Purling brook falls walks
Feb 2020
Beautiful rainforest walks and waterfalls they are very impressive .
Walk took just under two hours to do complete circuit but you can see the falls from several view is points without doing complete walk.
There are lovely pools for swimming at base of falls,
Written February 16, 2020
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Ozy2000
Gold Coast, Australia112 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
A beautiful escape place,
May 2020
Springbrook's mountain is only 45 min drive from Gold Coast in amazing Hinterland, and it offers something for everyone. There are places to eat, Places to stay, and many other Facilities from visitor information centre to National Park Ranger Station, And than there are the Springbrooks must see places, from Wunburra and Info Centre toThe best of all Lookout. Heaven on Earth place,,,,,
Written May 3, 2020
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tour-birds
Singapore, Singapore315 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Great way to spend a day self drive
Mar 2024 • Family
You need a full day to explore this park. We self drove from Gold Coast and stopped along several lookouts including natural bridge and twin falls. Gorgeous hikes and lookouts. Easy to do with young children.
However we didn’t have enough time to cover Tamborine. The shops there close early at 3pm so we skipped Tambourine.
I recommend this drive 100% if you happen to stay in the GC. Originally we were debating if we should visit theme park for a day for do this drive. We are so glad we chose this self drive. 200% better than theme parks
Written March 22, 2024
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bbsydney96
Sydney, Australia621 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
A real treat
Feb 2021 • Couples
What a special place. There a quite a few spots to stop and marvel at Mother Natures amazing work.
Natural Bridge / Arch is beautiful - def take the clockwise path.
So much water flowing over all the falls we visited - spectacular.
Along the route there are many cafes - all closed on Mondays we discovered today.
Written February 1, 2021
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