Border track, Lamington National Park

Lush rainforests, ancient trees, spectacular views, extensive walking tracks, exceptional ecological importance and natural beauty feature in Lamington National Park. Delve into the heartland of this ancient landscape on this full-day hike between Green Mountains and Binna Burra, along the Border track. Boasting stunning scenery and spectacular views, the Border track is roughly 21km, graded difficult, and is the backbone of the national park and part of the longer Gold Coast Hinterland Great Walk. Take 7 hours and walk the full length of the track, or spin off onto the network of other walks and circuits which are important to note may appear to reduce the distance but end up being longer. You’ll feel miles from anywhere as you hike through subtropical and temperate rainforests, into lush gullies and valleys, over crystal mountain streams, past stunning waterfalls, and along prominent ridgelines. This park is part of the Gondwana Rainforests of Australia World Heritage Area, famed for its ongoing geological processes, evolutionary history, and diversity (especially of rare, threatened and endemic species). Whichever end you choose to begin, research first, check Park Alerts, plan to leave as the sun rises and organise to be picked up at the end of your walk or stay overnight at your destination.