Best trails in Nerang National Park
Nerang National Park is located on the Gold Coast of Queensland. Its landscape consists of bush rainforest and open eucalypt forests making it a great place for hiking, horse riding, mountain biking and birdwatching.
Top trails
- (978)·Moderate·4.6 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hrThis is a great trail taking you through the eastern section of Nerang National Park. The route starts from the Nerang Velodrome and then heads in a clockwise direction. There's a bit of elevation found along the way but it's fairly undulating and a manageable trail for most fitness levels. There is a steep incline at the start of the track that levels out the rest of the way. There are lots of bike riders and runners sharing the track so be aware and keep to the left of the track to allow...
- (627)·Hard·10.9 mi·Est. 5.5–6 hrTraining in the rugged heart of Nerang National Park is the focus of this circuit, which mirrors the 17km course from the 2021 Gold Coast Kokoda Challenge. Navigating through dry sclerophyll forests and pockets of dense bushland, the track is a favourite for those looking to build their fitness on a series of persistent, gnarly inclines. The park is home to a wealth of native wildlife, and the wide fire trails offer a great vantage point for spotting them. You are likely to see kangaroos...
- (521)·Moderate·6.2 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hrRugged hills and open eucalypt forest characterise this solid loop through the Gold Coast hinterland. It is a popular choice for those looking to build fitness, offering a mix of steep climbs and loose descents. While the dense tree cover limits sweeping vistas, you will catch occasional glimpses of the Gold Coast skyline through the canopy. The trail winds through important habitat, including patches of dry rainforest and casuarina groves. It is a brilliant spot for wildlife spotting; keep...
- (445)·Moderate·4.4 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hrThis is a great trail through Nerang National Park, located in the north western suburbs of the Gold Coast, Queensland. The route begins and ends from Hope Street, in the suburb of Nerang, close to the Nerang Sports Centre. Sections of this trail are shared by pedestrians and cyclists so do take care and watch for others on the path. Walkers are permitted on designated mountain bike trails but must give way to cyclists. Horse riders are not allowed on the designated mountain bike trails....
- (154)·Moderate·8.2 mi·Est. 4–4.5 hrThis is an epic point-to-point trail through Nerang National Park, located not west of the Gold Coast in southeast Queensland. This point-to-point route begins just off Mount Nathan Road, where limited roadside parking is available. Enjoy winding your way through the beautiful National Park, all the way over to the Velodrome near the centre of Nerang. The steepest incline of this route is at the start, followed by a steady incline and two smaller hills. There is public toilets and parking...
- (244)·Easy·3.6 mi·Est. 1.5–2 hrThere is a pleasant trail through Nerang National Park just 8km from the Gold Coast. The path begins near Nerang Sports Centre and combines several fire trails and dirt tracks in the southeast of the park. This is a great shorter option for those looking for a slightly shorter circuit in the area. Walkers are permitted on designated mountain bike trails but must give way to cyclists. Horse riders are not allowed on designated mountain bike trails. Be conscious of others on the shared path...
- (254)·Moderate·6.6 mi·Est. 3.5–4 hrWander through the heart of the Gold Coast hinterlands on this scenic circuit within Nerang National Park. The track is a great workout, featuring several super steep inclines that will certainly get your heart rate up. While the ascent is challenging, the ridge line offers decent views through the trees as a reward. Be sure to watch your step on the descent, as the path can be rocky and loose stones may make the footing a bit tricky. Starting just off Wunburra Circuit, the trail is...
- (312)·Moderate·6.7 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hrThis multi-use loop trail is a popular choice for both walkers and mountain bikers visiting Nerang National Park near the Gold Coast. There are many intersecting trails in the area and many are primarily mountain bike trails so be aware of other users on the path when walking. As there are so many tracks in the area it can be helpful to download the offline map to stay on course. The trails are moderately hilly so it makes for a great workout in pleasant scenery. There is parking available...
- (166)·Moderate·8.9 mi·Est. 4.5–5 hrThis is a beautiful trail through Nerang National Park in the Gold Coast Region of Queensland. The track begins and ends from Wunburra Circuit, near the intersection with Aldgate Crescent. The path is shared by both hikers and mountain bike riders so be cautious on the tracks and keep left to allow others to pass safely. Walkers are permitted on designated mountain bike trails but must give way to cyclists. Horse riders are not allowed on the designated mountain bike trails. There is...
- (270)·Moderate·4.4 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hrThis is an enjoyable trail through Nerang National Park in southeast Queensland, located west of the Gold Coast. This route begins and ends at the Nerang Sports Centre on Hope Street, where parking is available. Some of the tracks along the route are shared by both hikers and mountain bikers so take care and stick to the left of the path to allow others to pass safely. Walkers are permitted on designated mountain bike trails but must give way to cyclists. Horse riders are not allowed on...
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