Lamington is a jewel in the crown of bushwalking destinations in south-east Queensland. It contains over 160 km of graded walking paths and a similar distance of walking trails that lead to lookouts waterfalls and some of Queensland's most significant wilderness.
Track Maps & Guides
Lamington National Park Walking Track Maps are available from O'Reilly's Mountain Gift Shop or O'Reilly's Rainforest Retreat. These maps provide excellent guides to the walks of Lamington National Park.
View Lamington National Park Track Map (1.05MB)
Walks in Lamington National Park
Effects of the Weather
When the south-east wind blows, shower activity increases as you approach the crest of the McPherson Range and decreases to the north of O'Reilly's. The accompanying low cloud blocks out the view on top of the range making the border walks less attractive under these conditions. The higher elevation here means lower temperatures, so take something warm to wear. Summer rains bring leeches. It is wise to take some repellent with you.
Some Rules to Follow
National Parks are attracting an increasing number of people each year and the park's continued well being is dependant on the goodwill of the people who visit them.
Do not walk alone and before leaving you must advise a responsible person of your destination and expected time of return.
It is important to:
- Remove litter from the park.
- Not short cut tracks.
- Take a map with you and check the signs at intersections.
- Wait and make sure that your entire group take the correct track.
- Notify someone of your destination before leaving.
- Be aware that it gets dark early in the rainforest so check sunset times before departure and allow enough daylight time
- If you are in doubt about track conditions, creek crossings after rain or directions please ask.
- Please note O'Reilly's is not referred to any any national park signage, instead O'Reilly's is referred to as Green Mountains
Track Entrances
- Main Border Track: opposite the front entrance of the guesthouse.
- Moran's Falls, Python Rock Track: 1 km from O'Reilly's back along the main road.
Track Closures
Find out further information about any track closures in Lamington National Park.
Gold Coast Hinterland Great Walk
In 2008 the 23km Border Track linking O'Reilly's and Binna Burra was extended towards Springbrook, creating the iconic 'Gold Coast Hinterland Great Walk'. The 'Great Walk' itself takes around three days to complete, however sections of the walk, such as the O'Reilly's - Binna Burra section along the Border Track, can be completed in 6 - 7 hours.
This walk is probably the most famous walk in the park, boasting great views into northern NSW and pristine rainforest including Antarctic Beech.
For more information on the Great Walks of Queensland, including Lamington National Park visit www.queenslandwalks.com.au
Click here for more information on the O'Reilly's - Binna Burra Walk and transfers
