Hinterland Holiday Along with the far stretching golden sands, theme parks and nightclubs the Gold Coast prides itself on the magnificent vast rainforest hinterland. In a short ride from the coastlines you can reach the Gold Coast Hinterland that offers you incredible scenery of the wonders of nature. For a quiet holiday away from the hustle and bustle, the Gold Coast Hinterland is a perfect choice.
Located less than one hours drive from the coastal strip, the Gold Coast Hinterland contains an incredible 29 national parks, nature reserves, and World Heritage listed national parks.
Lamington National Park in the Gold Coast hinterland is a beautiful park with lush green rainforest and gorgeous waterfalls. It has bushwalking trails that stretch over 160 kilometers. Listed as World Heritage rainforest, Lamington National Park is the most extensive subtropical rainforest in the world. Lamington has two parts, Green Mountains and Binna Burra. They are ideal for camping, bushwalking and bird watching. Green Mountain is another hot spot for wildlife, waterfalls and a network of walking tracks.
Another beautiful oasis inland from Surfers Paradise is Tamborine Mountain, with three heritage communities including Mount Tamborine, North Tamborine and Eagle Heights. Tamborine Mountain offers breathtaking views of the Gold Coast and a National Park with lush rainforest, stunning waterfalls and walking tracks ideal for meandering. Gallery Walk boasts numerous shops and restaurants making an ideal place to stop by for a cup of rainforest tea. On the weekends you can buy locally grown Australian produce such as macadamia nuts from the market.
Natural Bridge, one of the most popular areas of the Gold Coast Hinterland and is home to an enchanting colony of glowworms, ideal for a nocturnal tour - don't forget your torch! The amazing view of water cascading through a hole in the stone roof of a basalt cave and the lush rainforest add to the attraction of the Natural Bridge. Cave Creek with its unique waterfall and cave is also home to the spirit enlivening glowworms. You can also see glowing fungi and fireflies during summer nights.
Other popular Gold Coast Hinterland hot spots include Witches Falls, Curtis Falls, Springbrook, Purlingbrook Falls, Canyon Lookout, Goomoolahra Falls and Numbinbah Valley. A range of accommodation is available for a quite reflective stay in the rainforest.
With lush rainforest, spectacular Gold coast views, rustic cafes, and scenic wineries, the Gold Coast Hinterland is the coast's best kept secret. While nearby Surfers Paradise and Byron Bay are often flooded with tourists, the Gold Coast Hinterland retains an appealing community spirit. Gold Coast Accommodation at its most natural.
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