Walking tracks summary

Before walking in Lamington National Park we recommend you please have a copy of the Lamington National Park Discovery Guide (PDF, 5.3MB) from the either of the park's information centre.

Key to track standards

Tracks are classified according to the Australian Walking Track Grading System which is based on Australian Standards. Please note that while each track is classified according to its most difficult section, other sections may be of an easier level.

Grade 1 walking track

• Flat, even surface with no steps. Clearly sign-posted.
• Suitable for wheelchairs with assistance.

Grade 2 walking track

• Formed track. May have gentle hills and some steps.
• All junctions sign-posted and may include interpretive signs.
• No previous bushwalking experience required.

Grade 3 walking track

• Formed track. May have short steep hill sections, a rough surface and many steps.
• Reasonable level of fitness required and some bushwalking experience recommended.

Grade 4 walking track

• Rough track. May be long and very steep with few directional signs.
• May be overgrown, expect hazards such as fallen trees and slippery rocks.
• Moderate fitness level with previous experience and ankle-supporting footwear is strongly recommended.

Grade 5 walking track

• Unformed track. Very rough and steep.
• No signs or markers provided, except where necessary to reduce environmental damage.
• High level of fitness, extensive bushwalking experience, first-aid skills, good navigational skills, ankle-supporting footwear, relevant topographic maps and compass are essential.

Where necessary additional advice regarding any track classification variations will be provided on this webpage.

Walking tracks at a glance

Choose from the many short walks or full day walks available, ensure you pick the walk that best suits the fitness and experience of your group—it will make the world of difference.

Allow 15 to 20min to walk 1km. This time is calculated for people of average fitness and bushwalking experience and who are wearing correct footwear. Walking times are calculated on the time it takes to walk to the destination and return. Please allow longer when walking with children or those less fit. Allow extra time to rest and soak in the landscape and spectacular views.

• Platform lookout: this indicates a lookout with a built platform and handrails.
• Natural lookout: this indicates a lookout with no built structure or handrails. Please keep away from the edge and supervise children at all times. Take extra care when using binoculars or cameras at these sites!

Short walks from Green Mountains at a glance

Accessed from	Track name	Classification	Distance return (time)	Platform lookout	Natural lookout
Python Rock and Morans Falls trailhead	Centenary track	Grade 1	1.8km (30min)	-	-
Green Mountains trailhead	Rainforest return	Grade 2	1.4km (30min)	-	-
Python Rock and Morans Falls trailhead	Python Rock track	Grade 3	3.1km (1hr)	Yes	-
Python Rock and Morans Falls trailhead	Morans Falls track	Grade 4	4.4km (1.5hr)	Yes	-

Full-day walks from Green Mountains at a glance

Accessed from	Track name	Classification	Distance return (time)	Platform lookout	Natural lookout
Green Mountains trailhead	Box Forest circuit	Grade 4	10.9km (4hr)	-	-
Green Mountains trailhead	West Canungra Creek circuit	Grade 4	13.9km (5.5hr)	-	-
Green Mountains trailhead	Toolona Creek circuit	Grade 4	17.4km (6hr)	-	-
Green Mountains trailhead	Albert River circuit	Grade 4	21.8km (7hr)	-	Yes
Green Mountains trailhead to Binna Burra trailhead	Border Track	Grade 4	21.4km one way (add 600m for the Mount Merino track) (7hr)	-	Yes

Short walks from Binna Burra at a glance

Accessed from	Track name	Classification	Distance return (time)	Platform lookout	Natural lookout
Binna Burra trailhead	Rainforest circuit	Grade 2	1.2km (30min)	-	-
Binna Burra trailhead	Tullawallal circuit	Grade 3	5km (1.5hr)	-	-
Binna Burra trailhead	Caves track	Grade 4	3.5km (1hr)	-	Yes
Lower picnic area trailhead	Gwongoorool track	Grade 4	6km (2hr)	-	-

Full-day walks from Binna Burra at a glance

Accessed from	Track name	Classification	Distance return (time)	Platform lookout	Natural lookout
Binna Burra trailhead	Daves Creek circuit	Grade 4	12km (4hr)	-	Yes
Saddle trailhead	Bellbird track	Grade 4	10km (3.5hr)	-	Yes
Binna Burra trailhead	Coomera circuit	Grade 4	17.4km (7hr)	Yes	-
Binna Burra trailhead	Araucaria lookout track	Grade 4	17.8km (7hr)	-	Yes
Binna Burra trailhead	Wagawn track	Grade 4	18km (8hr)	-	Yes
Binna Burra trailhead	Mount Hobwee circuit	Grade 4	18.2km (8hr)	-	Yes
Saddle trailhead	Ships Stern circuit	Grade 4	21km (8hr)	-	Yes
Lower picnic area trailhead	Illinbah circuit	Grade 5	16.6km (8hr)	-	-
Binna Burra trailhead to Green Mountains trailhead	Border Track	Grade 4	21.4km one way (add 600m for the Mount Merino track) (7hr)	-	Yes

Remote bushwalking

Lamington National Park offers some of the most spectacular remote area bushwalking opportunities in the Gold Coast hinterland. The extremely rugged mountain terrain can be hazardous for inexperienced or poorly prepared walkers. A high level of physical fitness and navigational skills are essential.

Walkers should familiarise themselves with the area before attempting an extended or remote walk.

Contact us for assistance with route advice and other detailed information. Established bushwalking clubs with experienced off-track walkers regularly organise trips to Lamington National Park. Guidebooks covering most walks are available from specialist camping stores and some bookshops.

Remote area walking is only advised in the cooler weather, usually April to September. Walking during summer can be very hazardous due to high temperatures and lack of surface water.

All remote bushwalkers are expected to follow the minimal impact bushwalking and bush camping practices, such as observing proper sanitation and hygiene methods and avoiding polluting water in any way.