Rugged mountain peaks rise above the surrounding landscape in this wild, beautiful Gondwana Rainforests of Australia World Heritage Area that is home to many rare animals, plant species and communities.
Location
About 120km south-west of Brisbane via the Mount Lindesay Highway.
Park facilities
- Information shelter
- Lookout
- Parking area
- Toilets
- Tent camping
- Hiking
- Rock climbing
- Walking
- World Heritage
- Photo credit: © Steve Browne, Queensland Government
- Photo credit: © Gareth McGuigan
- Photo credit: © Ben Blanche
Highlights and announcements
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There is no easy way to climb Mount Barney and preparation is the key to a safe and enjoyable visit. The safety video only takes 4.5 minutes to watch but it could save you from being caught out overnight or being rescued.
- Parts of Mount Barney National Park closed from Monday 15 April 12–25 April 2024
- Lower Portals walking track and campground closed from 22 April 10 April to 3 May 2024
- Upcoming planned burns 22 February to 2 September 2024