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Burleigh Head National Park

Tourist attraction โ€ข National park

One of the Best Places To Visits in Gold Coast City


Address

๎ƒˆGoodwin Terrace, Burleigh Heads QLD 4220, Australia

Website

parks.des.qld.gov.au

Contact

๎‚ฐ+61 137468

Rating on Google Maps

4.80 (3.4K reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Thursday: Open 24 hours
  • Friday: Open 24 hours
  • Saturday: Open 24 hours
  • Sunday: Open 24 hours
  • Monday: Open 24 hours
  • Tuesday: Open 24 hours
  • Wednesday: Open 24 hours

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  • 5/5 John P. 2 years ago on Google
    Great short hike with the family. I love this place. good place to keep fit. Various walking tracks all sealed. Not pram or wheelchair friendly except for the ocean track.
    7 people found this review helpful ๐Ÿ‘

  • 5/5 Windy R. 3 months ago on Google โ€ข 500 reviews New
    Month of visit: December 2023 My friends and I had an amazing time here! What we loved most is that it is easy to access by public transportation, paved walkways, and trail signs everywhere, which helps our navigation. The place itself offers a great view as it shows us where the rainforest meets the ocean! The track is also easy to follow and easy for beginner. There are also some swimming opportunities as well, very beautiful!
    2 people found this review helpful ๐Ÿ‘

  • 5/5 Melanie G. 2 years ago on Google
    Fabulous bush walk in the middle of the Gold Coast beaches. You wouldnโ€™t know you were on the glamorous Goldie, feels like youโ€™ve walked into remote bush. We now know why the Gold Coast Commonwealth Games had a koala mascotโ€ฆ some other walkers showed us a video of a koala they saw on the track. We didnโ€™t see the koala but what a magical walk with fabulous views!
    5 people found this review helpful ๐Ÿ‘

  • 5/5 Janine M. 2 months ago on Google โ€ข 489 reviews New
    Fantastic scenic walk around Burleigh point to Tallibudgera. Over bridge then out to spit on rock wall. Return for swim in clear cool water
    1 person found this review helpful ๐Ÿ‘

  • 5/5 ThuyBich N. 2 months ago on Google โ€ข 106 reviews New
    My very favorite spot in Goldcoast for a good walk, beautiful photos spots and busy beach time. Ideal picnic location too.
    3 people found this review helpful ๐Ÿ‘

  • 5/5 Yac F. 3 years ago on Google
    Probably the best thing to do in the gold coast! A must do for all visitors and locals. It's about a 40 minute walk with gorgeous views especially at the top where you can get an amazing view of gold coast beach. You can also swim at the bottom. Gets hard to find parking so try and go during off peak hours.
    3 people found this review helpful ๐Ÿ‘

  • 5/5 Jordyn C. 2 years ago on Google
    The best view of the Gold Coast! An iconic spot. Go for sunrise and if youโ€™re lucky, youโ€™ll spot some whales migrating.
    3 people found this review helpful ๐Ÿ‘

  • 4/5 Anastasia G. 4 months ago on Google โ€ข 276 reviews
    Easy and rather picturesque walk. Well paved. Suitable for all ages. The loop will take you 40min to 1.5 hours depending on your pace. Plenty of swimming opportunities as well. Lots of bush turkeys and lizards around. The path is mostly shaded, so easy to in hot sunny weather. Definitely recommend.
    1 person found this review helpful ๐Ÿ‘

  • 4/5 [ T ] i. 4 months ago on Google โ€ข 63 reviews
    Burleigh Head National Park, a favorite spot for surfers, campaigner and nature lovers, boasts a captivating mix of coastal allure and diverse wildlife. The trails, especially the Ocean View Track, provide mesmerizing vistas of the Pacific Ocean, while the rainforest teems with indigenous animals like lorikeets and koalas. I went there last Saturday, and it was bustling with visitors. Moreover, walking to Jebbribillum and Tumgun Lookout exposed me to numerous mosquitoes, which made me a bit uneasy. I recommend having bug spray, sunscreen, and water ready before you go for a comfortable experience. Lastly, have a great trip!
    2 people found this review helpful ๐Ÿ‘

  • 5/5 Makarni S. 2 years ago on Google
    Great place to walk around and get out and about, amazing view and vibe with the people, always someone to have a chat with, amazing wildlife with some spectacular views, with the rock spot where you can see out towards the ocean this national park has it all. What an amazing place. Highly recommend.
    2 people found this review helpful ๐Ÿ‘

  • 5/5 Val R. 1 year ago on Google
    Great walking trails, with very scenic views, and heaps of wildlife along the way that are so used to people that often they do not scurry off, they just sit there watching you walk past, it's all very special!
    2 people found this review helpful ๐Ÿ‘

  • 5/5 SAad F. 4 months ago on Google โ€ข 250 reviews
    Great views with a short hike to the top. The park has three entrances so make sure you know where you parked your car. Home to Wild turkeys and Geckos

  • 5/5 Viola B. 1 year ago on Google
    Beautiful views from the lookout. Get there early to find free parking, otherwise you will have to pay timed parking in the shopping area further down the road.
    1 person found this review helpful ๐Ÿ‘

  • 5/5 Siggy K. 2 years ago on Google
    One of the best short walks on the Gold Coast. Unfortunately, because of bad weather, the ocean side portion of the walk is sometime closed for safety reasons.
    1 person found this review helpful ๐Ÿ‘

  • 5/5 Lacey M. 2 years ago on Google
    Great family spot with interesting shopping, dining, beautiful surf beach and awesome walk around the headland.
    1 person found this review helpful ๐Ÿ‘

  • 5/5 Matheus A. 6 months ago on Google
    Amazing trail track around the park, great views of the sea and the creek, good interaction with nature
    1 person found this review helpful ๐Ÿ‘

  • 5/5 Rhealistic A. 8 months ago on Google
    Nature's masterpiece! Burleigh Heads National Park offers breathtaking ocean views, winding trails, and abundant wildlife โ€“ a serene escape. Plenty of marked trails, picnic tables, metered parking, and it is dog friendly.
    1 person found this review helpful ๐Ÿ‘

  • 5/5 Adam M. 10 months ago on Google
    A beautiful walk in the heart of spectacular Burleigh Heads. Escape the daily grind, or walk off that breakfast or lunch and take a moment in nature with spectacular views both north and south from the tranquil forest of Jellurgal. Learn about the history and significance of the area to the first peoples (Yugambeh) community through well crafted interpretive signage. For the more adventurous, cool off in Tallebudgera Creek or Burleigh Beach. Similarly, explore the creekside rocks and associated marine life around the headland. Highly recommend AAA+++
    1 person found this review helpful ๐Ÿ‘

  • 5/5 Ashleigh S. 9 months ago on Google
    Easy to moderate hike with a stunning view. It took maximum an hour to walk to the lookout. There is a bench located near the lookout to rest and chat.
    1 person found this review helpful ๐Ÿ‘

  • 4/5 Sunny M. 11 months ago on Google
    Date of visit: Sat 13 May 2023 Time : 8.45 am Time flies and things have changed. Off-road parking is no longer free and couldnโ€™t find one free lot in the free car park, as it looks a popular place for many locals and surfers and itโ€™s crowded. Paid parking is done by keying your car registration number, specifying the no of hours and paying it by credit card. Long ago I did the coastal walk 1 with my wife so this day I tried the rainforest circuit 3. The debut from Burleigh Heads was a bit steep with some steps but after itโ€™s quite easy walking on well paved bitumen track and rolling terrain. 2 lookouts to enjoy the view. I ended at the Southern entrance (road bridge side) and doubled back. There is another free car park at the southern entrance off the Gold Coast highway. Easy walk, takes about 1 and half hours to complete the loop and enjoy the walk.
    1 person found this review helpful ๐Ÿ‘

  • 5/5 Giulia 6 months ago on Google
    Beautiful area with lots of trees (lots of shade), water views, and very easy to walk around. You could even push prams around. Very peaceful Perfect for short easy walks.
    1 person found this review helpful ๐Ÿ‘

  • 5/5 Ally 11 months ago on Google
    Love this place anytime of the day and year. Enjoy walking through the bushland and looking over the beautiful sea views. There are plenty of space for a picnic or just relax and chill listening to the lapping of the waves. It is one of the great spot to watch the sun going down and to take some photos.
    1 person found this review helpful ๐Ÿ‘

  • 5/5 Malay N. 1 year ago on Google
    Best spot on the area for family picnic, waking track to the lookout point (45min to an hour on the hill) gives you best views. Shaded areas with trees. Can see gold coast skyline in the distance. Evening and night time view is good too.
    1 person found this review helpful ๐Ÿ‘

  • 5/5 Amanda Z. 1 year ago on Google
    What a beautiful rain forest - eucalypt forest with mangroves and plenty of wildlife and nature to see - I always love the walk - run / climb - so great for fitness - I travel over an hours drive just because this is such a beautiful spot! There is plenty of space to swim and frolic, play and sunbathe on the beach at the bottom, lots of shade, great for families - there is an easy walk to the top for young and old, disabled or just plain โ€œI donโ€™t wannaโ€ people ๐Ÿ˜† and then there is the harder trail - however for regular walkers / runners you can do it with a nice sweat - the views from the top are absolutely amazing. On way back down the steps are a bit of a killer lol but great workout and beautiful views - at the right time of year you can see whales too - Gods creation on full display for all here ๐Ÿ’œ
    1 person found this review helpful ๐Ÿ‘

  • 5/5 Amir S. 1 year ago on Google
    It's very Beautiful Place to have a Walk and enjoy the Ocean View. Dec 2022
    1 person found this review helpful ๐Ÿ‘

  • 5/5 Hung Dinh L. 1 year ago on Google
    Beutiful sea beach, you can have overview Gold Coast city from here. Have walking track suitable for walking with dog.
    1 person found this review helpful ๐Ÿ‘

  • 5/5 A. J. 1 year ago on Google
    I recommend doing the coastal walk then the lookout , such a beautiful walk. I arrived at 730am on a Saturday morning thinking it was early but it was very busy along the beach front and it was a little hard to find a park.
    1 person found this review helpful ๐Ÿ‘

  • 5/5 Adam 4 months ago on Google โ€ข 92 reviews
    Walk to the beautiful Echo beach, covered walkways with beautiful vegetation, scenic overview, approximately 1km long walk each way, definitely would recommend.

  • 5/5 Boholana On The G. 6 months ago on Google โ€ข 19 reviews
    It's a 10 minute drive from our place and it's a perfect spot to do our weekend exercise. I love the nature and the beach along with it. I love doing our afternoon walks with nature in here. It's very refreshing and relaxing!

  • 4/5 Ian N. 2 months ago on Google โ€ข 16 reviews New
    Its not a long walk but has some great views. Not strenuous but a good stretch.

  • 5/5 Amber G. 1 year ago on Google
    The best view of the Gold Coast! An iconic spot. Go for sunrise and if youโ€™re lucky, youโ€™ll spot some whales migrating.

  • 5/5 Elnaz I. 2 years ago on Google
    Both rainforest and ocean view tracks are amazing, plenty of shadows and unique lookouts

  • 5/5 Megan H. 2 years ago on Google
    A short but spectacular rainforest and coastal walk. There are a few short routes to choose from, some lead up to the top of the hill for a better vantage point. Due to the unstable rock face parts of these walks can be closed in king tides, heavy rain or poor weather. (Most commonly the coastal route).

  • 5/5 Jeremy L. 2 years ago on Google
    A great spot to take a walk and still be close to town while getting away from the hustle and bustle.

  • 5/5 Marville B. 5 months ago on Google
    A what great place to be in. Paved walkway, trail signs were posted everywhere and offers great view of the city as well as the vast ocean.

  • 5/5 Ana S. 6 months ago on Google โ€ข 10 reviews
    Rainforest meets ocean! Brilliant ocean and rainforest circuit walk through the magnificent Burleigh Heads National park! Spectacular votes of Burleigh Heads to Snapper Rocks and beyond! Tip: head out early as it gets busy and the track is narrow! Super amazing viewing options along the track. Bird lovers are in for a treat.. your senses will be drenched with sound sight and smell of the ocean and rainforest air! Donโ€™t forget your water and phone for awesome photo opportunities!

  • 5/5 Carrie S. 7 months ago on Google
    This national park has a nice view with different trail tracks. Takes around 40 minutes for a return journey in the Rainbow Circuit.

  • 5/5 Hayley S. 8 months ago on Google
    A sanctuary of serenity, invigorating sea breeze, lush trees, singing birds, what a wonderful place to be in. Itโ€™s a relatively easy walk, suitable for children as well. Perfect weather to be there in early June, not too cold but at the same time cooling enough for you to trek through. Highly recommended a visit if you are in Gold Coast. Plenty of parking spaces. Many people are there for picnics too.

  • 5/5 Hannes D. 9 months ago on Google
    Nice walk through the woods and lookouts over the Gold Coast and Coolangatta.

  • 5/5 Pei 1 year ago on Google
    We enjoyed the morning walk. Amazing views! A long walk to the toilet though when there should be nature calls.


Call ๎‚ฐ+61 137468 Open on Google Maps

Amenities


  • Activities
    • โœ“๏ธ Hiking
  • Accessibility
    • โœ“๏ธ Wheelchair-accessible car park
    • โœ“๏ธ Wheelchair-accessible entrance

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