Main Range National Park
Head just two hours out of Brisbane to check out ancient rainforests, rugged mountains and plenty of rare wildlife in this stunning park.
Overview
Keen to escape the hustle and bustle of Brisbane? The ancient rainforest and breathtaking lookouts of heritage-listed Main Range National Park are sure to soothe your soul. Covering over 30,170 hectares, the national park has rugged mountain ranges, cliff tops, rainforests, open eucalypt forest and rare wildlife. There are plenty of walks, including the Scenic Rim Trail, which is a four-day, three-night hike for experienced bushwalkers. For those looking for a more leisurely stroll, there are lots of easier tracks, such as the 30-minute Sylvesters lookout track, a 1.6-kilometre rainforest circuit and a two-kilometre loop around Queen Marys Falls, which has a great picnic spot, too. Then, head to the Maryvale Crown Hotel, found just a short drive from the park.
Image: Scenic Rim Trail, Tourism and Events Queensland
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