Best trails in Moreton Island National Park
Moreton Island National Park is located on Moreton Island, off the shore of Queensland. Its landscape consists of white sand dunes and beaches, coastal heath, creeks, lagoons, rocky headlands and is covered in many wildflowers that are in full bloom during the spring. It is also home to Cape Moreton Lighthouse, Queensland's oldest operation lighthouse. It is a great place to hike, fish, swim, boat, paddle, snorkel and watch animals including whales on their migrating journeys.
Top trails
1
(80)
•Easy
•1.8 mi
•Est. 50m
Tangalooma Beach Circuit is a fantastic beach walk with some sandy forest hiking thrown in for good measure. Explore this beautiful section of Moreton Island as you stroll along the white sandy shores of Tangalooma Bay.
Starting from Tangalooma Wharf the path heads around the back of the Eco Centre up to the forested ridge. Follow the signs as you head south along the ridge before emerging out of the forest onto the beach.
Feel free to take a dip in the refreshing blue water and see if you...
2
(34)
•Moderate
•1.4 mi
•Est. 54m
A pleasant but challenging hike following the Mount Tempest Track in Moreton Island National Park.
The route begins at the intersection of Telegraph Walking Track. Progress can be slow due to the sandy roads. There is minimal shade along the route so it's recommended to set off early and bring lots of water. Particularly in summer!
As you walk or drive to the summit of Mount Tempest enjoy the gums and grass trees along the way. At the top, you will be greeted with views over Moreton...
3
(13)
•Moderate
•36.6 mi
•Est. Multi-day
An epic trail around the Moreton Island National Park, located not too far off the mainland from Brisbane, Queensland. This looped route begins and ends from the Tangalooma Wrecks camping area on the eastern coast of the island.
From here you'll head south along the beach all the way to Kooringal in the southern tip of the island. From here you'll make your way to the west coast of the island and head north along the coast, cutting west again inline with the wrecks where you started.
This...
4
(9)
•Moderate
•28.5 mi
An outstanding 4WD track around the north of Moreton Island.
This route visits many of the attractions on Moreton Island including:
- Eagers Beach
- Blue Lagoon
- Cape Moreton Lighthouse
- Honey Moon Bay
- Champagne Pools
As you drive through the sandy tracks and beaches you may find some sections are washed out so exercise caution and slow down when necessary. The island has a max speed limit of 60 km per hour and is 30 km per hour near the MiCat Ferry drop-off point, the Wrecks...
7
Trail reviews for Moreton Island National Park
Cute little afternoon walk on Moreton Island. Can add an extra 400 m and get to the "Desert," easy to follow
Conditions: Overgrown, Dusty
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Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to hike in Moreton Island National Park?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike in Moreton Island National Park is Tangalooma Beach Circuit, which has a 4.3 star rating from 80 reviews. This trail is 1.8 mi long with an elevation gain of 291 ft.
What is the longest trail in Moreton Island National Park?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail in Moreton Island National Park is Rous Battery via Tangalooma Track. This trail is estimated to be 16.0 mi long.
How many trails are in Moreton Island National Park?
There are 7 trails in Moreton Island National Park. These trails have an average 4.2-star rating from 167 AllTrails community reviews.
Which trail has the most elevation gain in Moreton Island National Park?
If you're looking for elevation gain, Moreton Island National Park has you covered. Tangalooma-Kooringal and Mirapool-Middle Track Road boasts the most elevation gain with 2,601 ft of total ascent. The park's runner-up is Moreton Island 4WD Northern Loop, which will get you 1,860 ft of elevation gain.
Are there running trails available in Moreton Island National Park?
According to AllTrails.com, there are 2 running trails in Moreton Island National Park and the most popular is Rous Battery via Tangalooma Track with an average 4.4 star rating from 9 community reviews.