Best Hinterland Walks

Gold Coast

Explore cascading waterfalls, ancient forests, panoramic views and rock pools by trying out 8 of the best hinterland walks on the Gold Coast.

Cougal Cascades

A part of Springbrook National Park, Cougal Cascades is home to a stunning waterfall and an easy, but beautiful, rainforest walk

One of the best bush-walks on Tamborine Mountain traverses through lush rainforest before reaching a scenic lookout

Pademelons, palm trees and cathedral buttresses are all features of this exclusive easy grade walk of around 1 hr

Natural Bridge is the jewel in the Gold Coast hinterland crown, a heavenly cave like rock formation in Springbrook National Park

This 10.9km scenic hiking circuit in the Green Mountains section of Lamington National Park is a bit longer and more challenging than the others, but just as rewarding.

The scenic trek to spectacular Morans Falls is about 4.4km return, rewarding hikers with stunning views of the 80m cascading falls and down Morans Creek Gorge, as well as Mt Barney and Mt Lindsey.

This spectacular waterfall in the World Heritage-listed Gondwana Rainforest in Springbrook National Park is reached by a 4km circuit hike that adventurous kids will love.

There's little effort for maximum reward with this easy 15 minute walk for all ages, leading to one of the most breath-taking views in south east Queensland.