Lamington National Park

Welcome to Lamington National Park, a crown jewel of the Gondwana Rainforests of Australia World Heritage Area. As we stand here in the Gold Coast Hinterland, elevated high above the coastal plains, you can feel the immediate…

Before we ascended into the deep forest, we passed through the charming township of Canungra, the historic gateway to Lamington. To understand the park, one must understand the history of this town. …

We arrive now at O’Reilly’s Rainforest Retreat, situated at the end of the road in the Green Mountains section of the park. The story of O'Reilly's is inseparable from the park itself. …

Stepping onto the Treetop Walk is a transformative experience. This structure, a series of nine suspension bridges spanning 160 meters, allows us to walk amongst the giants of the forest. …

For those with a steady foot and a lack of fear regarding heights, the Treetop Walk offers an even higher vantage point: the tree ladder. This vertical climb leads to a small turret or observation deck perched even higher in the…

Leaving the retreat area, we embark on the Moran Falls track, a 4.4-kilometer return journey that takes about an hour and a half. This trail is a proper 'bushwalk,' winding through subtropical rainforest characterized by twisted…

One of the most defining characteristics of Lamington is its soundscape. The rainforest is a symphony of calls, many of which are unique to this high-altitude environment. …

As we conclude our journey through Lamington National Park, I hope you feel 'full and satisfied,' not just from the fresh mountain air, but from the deep connection to the natural world that this place provides. We have walked…