D'Aguilar National Park Brisbane

Cross crystal-clear creeks on the tranquil Mill rainforest walk. Photo credit: Tomek Z Genek © Queensland Government

D'Aguilar National Park is a breathtaking escape from the city! Photo credit: Maxime Coquard © Queensland Government

Mill rainforest walk

Cross bridges and ramble along raised boardwalks, exploring the natural wonders of this serene subtropical rainforest.

Journey type
Walk
Distance
1.4km return Start and finish points are the same and the traveller must return via the same path
Time suggested
Allow 50min walking time.
Grade
Grade 3 walking track

Accessible by

  • 4WD

Journey facilities

  • Walking

Wind through beautiful subtropical rainforest, among gigantic strangler figs, piccabeen palms, climbing ferns and vines. Spy delicate orchids and other epiphytes clinging to the branches in search of precious sunlight.

Bridges and raised boardwalks stretch over trickling creeks and provide a heightened perspective of the forest. Stop at signs along the way, highlighting the incredible rainforest ecology and plants and animals that live here.

Bring binoculars to make the most of wildlife watching—fantails flit in the undergrowth while carpet pythons rest quietly in branches overhead.

Getting there and getting around

The Mill rainforest walk is in the North D'Aguilar section of D'Aguilar National Park, about 72km from the city of Brisbane.

  • The track begins from the Mill rainforest walk car park.
  • A 4WD or trail bike is recommended to access the Mill rainforest walk. The maximum speed limit on forest roads is 50km/hr and all road rules apply.
  • Read 4WD with care for important information on 4WD safety and minimal impact driving.
  • Read trail bike ride with care for tips on riding safely and riding with care.

From the south

  • From the south, drive 24km from Dayboro, via Mount Mee Road (tourist route number 29) and Sellin Road to the park's southern entrance.
  • Drive past The Gantry then turn right onto Mount Mee forest drive. Travel 2km then turn right and drive 1km to the Mill rainforest walk car park.

From the north

  • From the north, drive about 17km from Woodford, via the D'Aguilar Highway, Neurum, Stanton and Rassmussen roads to the park's northern entrance.
  • Travel south along the Mount Mee forest drive, then turn left and drive 1km to the Mill rainforest walk car park.

Wheelchair access

There are no wheelchair-accessible facilities.

Before you visit

Opening hours

Mill rainforest walk 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 and Walk with care.