Best trails in D’Aguilar National Park

Towering strangler figs and the melodic calls of forest birds create a magical atmosphere along this journey through the lush rainforest of D’Aguilar National Park. The path weaves through ancient groves of Cypress pines and majestic Brush Box trees, eventually leading you to the serene Greenes Falls. While the waterfall can vary from a powerful flow after heavy rain to a gentle trickle during drier spells, the surrounding pools and moss-covered rocks offer a tranquil place to rest. Most of...

Beginning from the Gantry day-use area, this walk through the open forest leads to the best viewpoint in D'Aguilar National Park. The Somerset trail passes through a mixture of scribbly gum, heath, and rainforest on its way to the lookout. From this viewpoint, you’re treated to great views of the Somerset Dam, Lake Wivenhoe, and the endless stretches of horizon to the west. Observe beautiful fruit doves and flying foxes enjoying fruits from the rainforest. Possums, goannas, and other...

This is a lovely track that can be done as a day walk but is also popular to do as an easy 2-day walk staying at the campground. The track is wide and easy to follow all the way to the Northbrook Mountain bush camp on a high ridge overlooking Kipper Creek. The campsite is a short walk from the Northbrook Mountain Summit, which offers excellent views across the area, consisting of the England Creek tributaries, wet sclerophyll forest, mountain heath and a mass of wildflowers in the right...

This fantastic trail explores the beautiful forest of D'Aguilar National Park. It starts at Jolly's Lookout and winds its way down to Boombana Carpark. Then returning via the Thylogale track to the trailhead. It's lovely and shaded the whole way. The bush contains a mix of tallowwood trees, stringybarks bloodwoods, Sydney blue gums, brush box trees, strangler figs, hoop pines, lacebark trees and palms, casuarinas, eucalypt forest and sclerophyll forest. Plus, many birds like wompoo pigeons,...

This is a challenging walk to impressive waterfalls. It really is an adventure, taking you off-trail and having you hop over boulders and fallen trees. Make sure to bring your swimmers to take a dip in the stunning waterholes at the base of the waterfalls. For an extra bit of adventure, you can follow Cedar Creek slightly south at the junction with Love Creek to add a trip to a third waterfall, Greenes Falls. This is a short but difficult and steep section along the creek. The trail is...

This is an enjoyable walking track in the southern section of the park out to the crash site from a plane accident in March 1977, which is the piper comanche plane wreck. The hike is an adventure as it passes through thick eucalypt forest along a hard to follow track, pay attention to the trail and download the route or print a map. Novice walkers or those unfamiliar with navigation should take pause before attempting this walk as multiple hikers require rescue each year after becoming lost...

Climbing through the southeastern foothills of D’Aguilar National Park, this trail is known for its inclines and panoramic rewards. This loop is primarily a wide gravel fire trail that winds through an impressive variety of vegetation, including dry eucalypt woodlands and pockets of lush subtropical rainforest. The highlight is the Camp Mountain Lookout, which offers a sweeping vista across the Samford Valley all the way to the shimmering waters of Moreton Bay. The environment is a thriving...

This is a really special hike that follows along and in Northbrook Creek. The car park off of Northbrook Highway is small and can fit maybe 6-7 cars before it is full, so best to arrive early for this hike to secure a spot. Begin by heading north west along the creek before turning sharply to cross under the road. The trail follows the creek through the gorge with multiple crossings and some rock hopping along the way. There are rock pools and waterholes that allow for plenty of swimming...

Glistening water views and a peaceful forest canopy define this refreshing loop around the shores of Enoggera Reservoir. Starting from the edge of the Brisbane suburbs, the route follows a mix of wide fire tracks and natural pathways, offering a fantastic blend of lakeside scenery and native bushland. You will find yourself wandering through groves of eucalypts where the melodic song of local honeyeaters and cockatoos is a constant companion. The journey features some persistent, steep...

This moderately long circuit around Enoggera Reservoir and the hills of D'Aguilar National Park is a popular choice for trail runners, hikers, and walkers. The first 11km contains much of the elevation and a good selection of hills to get you working hard. After that, the terrain smoothes a bit and becomes more undulating, making for easier travel, especially if you are running. There are many intersecting trails in the area and the park, so downloading the map for offline navigation...