Best trails in Sundown National Park

Permanent Waterhole Track is a nice short walk to a beautiful expanse of water. As the name suggests the waterhole is accessible all year round even in the dryer months. Take a dip in the 5-metre deep water and discover the serenity of the surrounding bushland. The trail starts from The Broadwater Camping Area in the southern end of Sundown National Park. As you walk along the path you will be treated to lovely views down to the Severn River. Keep on the look out for wildlife in the area...

Once through the gate of the Park, air down and begin through a unmaintained track. Great way to start off with a few little washouts and rocky sections. Redrock Gorge campground is a great place to stop for lunch and do the walk down to the lookout. From here head back out and take another detour down a side track past another great out of the way camping area. The track also has some more interesting little sections which was more enjoyable to drive than the normal rocky/dusty main road...

The Western Circuit is a fantastic and easy-to-follow trail on the western boundary of Sundown National Park in Queensland. The trail begins at Broadwater Campground on the banks of the Severn River. Follow the track up two hills where you can spot woodland birds like honeyeaters and colourful turquoise parrots. At the top of the climbs there is a seat where you can take in the views over the south and west. Descend back to the flats through ironbark trees and open grasslands where you're...

Get ready for some scrambling! This trail explores a beautiful part of Sundown National Park. Follow the Severn River and Ooline Creek while you discover the exquisite native flora and fauna along the way. The track begins at the end of Permanents Road and is well-signposted as it travels alongside Severn River before veering off as it reaches Ooline Creek. Some sections do involve a rocky scramble and good footwear is very much recommended for this hike.

The Mount Donaldson Circuit is a brutal strenuous challenge, strictly reserved for expert bushwalkers and highly skilled navigators. This lengthy loop through Sundown National Park is a massive mission, designed to chew you up and spit you out if you are unprepared. The trail is mostly unmarked and requires a complete bushbash through deep, high scrub, with climbing sketchy cliff faces that threaten severe falls. Crucially, the route requires crossing the Severn River, which, after rain,...

Starting from Broadwater Camping Area following McAlisters Creek to Split Rock Falls. This route involves difficult terrain, no footpad, mostly long grass, rock hopping or scrambling. The creek becomes a canyon with very steep banks making getting up and around very tough. The waterfalls alone are worth the hike!

A quiet trail through Sundown National Park, located in south eastern Queensland - not too far from the state border. This looped route begins and ends from Burrows Hole Campground, which is about 4 hours south west from Brisbane and accessible by high-clearance 4WD only. This looped route follows the Severn River along to Donovans Waterhole, on to The Hell Hole lookout and past Rats Castle before returning to the campsite.

A surprisingly beautiful and rewarding adventure awaits on this short but challenging track in Sundown National Park. Don't let the short distance fool you; this is a tough out-and-back journey that is largely off-track, requiring a bit of bushwhacking and careful navigation over rocky terrain. The effort is well worth it, with great views and the beautiful scenery of Nundubbermere Falls and Koina's Tanks as your reward. The route takes you through the forest and along the river, and parking...