Gold Coast Hinterland Attractions
Spread your wings and fly into the Goldie's backcountry.
The Gold Coast Hinterland is an awesome expanse of cool rainforests, ancient volcanoes and breezy peaks. Escape into the region's national parks, nature reserves and mountain villages, and taste a little hinterland magic for yourself. Mount Tamborine is an impressive peak on the Gold Coast's back doorstep.
Play nature child amid the lush fronds of the Palm Grove Section of the Tamborine National Park, or climb into the lush canopy and coastal outlooks on the Tamborine Rainforest Skywalk. Chill out in cosy mountaintop villages filled with art galleries, crafty workshops, cafés and restaurants. Thanks to its pristine mountain air and water, Mount Tamborine has also developed a fine reputation for its wineries and distillery.
Ankle biters will find plenty of wonder as you descend into Mount Tamborine's glowworm cave, clamber up the rim of an ancient volcano in Springbrook National Park or pitch your tent amid the rainforest bird song. The hinterland features kilometres of well-maintained walking trails that lead to unforgettable viewpoints and leaping waterfalls.
or more hinterland vistas, check out the Tweed Range, Nimmel Range or Numinbah Valley where you'll discover four-wheel driving, birdwatching and rock climbing adventures galore. Wrap up your visit with a hot-air balloon ride for a cockatoo's view of the hinterland's remarkable scenery.
