Coomera Circuit Track

A spectacular circuit trail of just over 10.5 miles with a bit of everything; dense subtropical and warm temperate rainforests, waterfalls, cliffs and gorges, this trail is set in Binna Burra, a part of the Lamington National Park, a part of the Gondwana Rainforests. This is a UNESCO World Heritage Area and is home to over 180 species, many of which are not found elsewhere, so always be on the lookout for endangered and endemic species, such as the rare Albert’s lyrebird and the protected Lamington spiny crayfish, it is bright blue and can sometimes be seen roaming the forest floor when damp or in the pools beneath the waterfalls and cascades. Being just 20 miles from the Pacific Ocean and 3000 feet above sea level, you also get amazing views. The circuit starts just over a mile along the Border Track from the trailhead at Binna Burra at the end of Binna Burra Road, around 3 miles from the park’s entrance and goes over the Beechmont Range into the Coomera Valley. It passes through tea-tree thickets, areas of brush box; an evergreen tree native to Australia and eucalyptus. At around 4 miles from the start there is a cantilevered viewpoint over a deep gorge of 160 m, this gives spectacular views of the Coomera gorge and Gwongorbulli Falls. The trail crosses the Coomera river several times en route so expect a bit of rock hopping and don’t attempt to cross after heavy rain or when the river is raging. This area is popular with hikers, bikers, horse riders and nature lovers and is managed by the Queensland Park and Wildlife Service. A truly beautiful area, allow a good six hours to complete the loop. Caution is advised on trail times though as this depends on multiple variables. For more info, click here.Not suitable for wheelchairs or pushchairs, this trail is graded as being difficult; for more information on how we grade trails, please click here and dogs are not allowed on it. Photo Credit :Shiftchange