D'Aguilar National Park Brisbane

See the sun set over the ranges at Westridge outlook. Photo credit: Maxime Coquard © Queensland Government

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Westridge outlook

Stroll the boardwalk around the rocky outcrop at Westridge outlook and take in breathtaking views across the ranges and over the plains.

Accessible by

  • Conventional vehicle

Attraction facilities

  • Lookout (constructed)

Stand among majestic grey gums, spotted gums and iron barks on this rocky outcrop. Take in the incredible views over the England Creek valley and the Great Dividing Range.

Look for major skinks foraging in rocky crevasses or the silhouette of a grey goshawk flying high overhead. At dusk, blossom bats stretch their leathery wings, ready to take flight across the fading sunset.

From the boardwalk, you’ll see remnants of a timber-getting wagon, once hauled down the steep gullies by bullock teams. Locals once called this outcrop Fang Rock because of the many death adders that took shelter in the rocky terrain.

Getting there and getting around

Westridge outlook is in the South D'Aguilar section of D'Aguilar National Park, about 39km from Brisbane's city centre.

Access roads are sealed and suitable for conventional (2WD) vehicles.

  • From the Brisbane suburb of The Gap, take Mount Nebo Road (tourist route number 8) to Walkabout Creek Discovery Centre.
  • Continue north-west along Mount Nebo Road for 27km to the Westridge outlook turn-off, 6km north of Mount Nebo township.
  • Alternatively, drive 18km from Samford via Mount Glorious and Mount Nebo roads.
  • From the turn-off, drive into Westridge outlook car park. The boardwalk and lookout are accessible from here.

Wheelchair access

There are no wheelchair-accessible facilities.

Before you visit

Opening hours

Westridge outlook is open 24 hours a day

Check park alerts for the latest information on access, closures and conditions.

Visiting safely

For more safety information see Visiting D'Aguilar National Park safely.