The Best Springbrook National Park Walks, Queensland

Your guide to the best Springbrook National Park walks, including Natural Bridge, Twin Falls, Warringa Pool, and more!

Springbrook National Park is situated on the McPherson Range and is part of the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Gondwana Rainforests of Australia.

Though the park is only an hour away from the cities of Gold Coast and Brisbane in Queensland, it still remains wild and relatively untouched.

Here you can connect with ancient wilderness and take on some truly incredible walks.

Springbrook National Park has walks with photo-worthy views, like the Best of All Lookout Track.

It also has trails that uncover natural wonders, like the Natural Bridge Walk and its luminescent glow worms. You can find waterfalls on the Twin Falls Circuit, or take on a multiday trek like the Gold Coast Great Walk.

From peaceful strolls to challenging walks across the Springbrook Plateau, there is something for everyone in Springbrook National Park.

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9 Best Springbrook National Park Walks

Here is our list of the best Springbrook National Park walks. We’ll also cover some basic travel tips at the end to help you prepare for your adventures.

Please note that any of these Springbrook National Park walks may be closed during periods of heavy rainfall. There are lots of waterfalls, creeks, rivers, and rock pools in the area, so wet weather can make the tracks slippery or potentially dangerous.

Always check the Queensland National Parks website for any alerts or closures on these walks!

Purling Brook Falls Circuit

• Distance: 4km return​
• Difficulty: Moderate
• Starting Point: Gwongorella Picnic Area

The Purling Brook Falls Circuit is often recommended as one of the best walks to tackle in Springbrook National Park.

It takes roughly 2 hours to complete the circuit and has a moderate level of difficulty, making it a great starter walk for anyone looking to explore the natural beauty of the Gold Coast Hinterland.

You’ll wind through eucalyptus forests and pass rocky cliffs as you descend into the lush rainforest.

There are lookout platforms along the way where you can view the spectacular Purling Brook Falls before you head down into the gorge.

Then you can admire the falls from below, before crossing a suspension bridge and climbing back up to the picnic area.

You can also add on the Warringa Pool Track, which branches off the Purling Brook…