Popular Australian Holidays - Gold Coast Hinterland

The Gold Coast hinterland is often a remote consideration for visitors enjoying or planning a Gold Coast Holiday. Indeed most people travelling to the Gold Coast plan for beaches, surf, sun, swimming and theme parks and the hinterland becomes a missed opportunity. Gold Coast visitors who information does not just centre on the coastal attractions are likely to discover some of Queensland finest hidden jewels. Hinterland attractions such as Canungra, Springbrook National Park and Numinbah Valley all have a story to tell and the sights and adventure of the hinterland of Gold Coast Australia are unique to this part of the world.

The relaxing and tranquil village of Springbrook is located in the Springbrook National Park and home to Antarctic Beech trees and is a virtual sanctuary to native Australian flora and fauna which leaves visitors with a real sense of returning to, and being a part of nature. Purlingbrook Falls is the most well known and visited of the waterfalls in the Springbrook National Park and is stunning to see in full flow. Within the rain forest there are several kilometres of walking trails and one in particular that leads visitors along a one km trail to the Natural Bridge area within the park. This trail also leads walkers through the Natural Arch to the glow worm cave which is located at Cave Creek. Waringa Pool is located at the foot of the creek and is an opportunity to cool off and refresh.

National Park is a popular Gold Coast Hinterland attraction and is located in the valleys of the Canungra Creek, Coomera River, Binna Burra Resorts and O’Reilly’s. These landscapes have served the local vignerons well and Canungra has become well known for some excellent wineries and restaurants making it a must see for foodies. In Canungra the fourth Saturday of the month attracts the stall holders and vendors to the monthly markets who offer a broad selection of produce and products including fresh produce, gifts, clothing and local arts and crafts. Canungra also offers a number of bushwalking options through heavily wooded areas with conveniently located picnic spots. Lamington

Indigenous aboriginal Australians named the area word ‘Nyummin’, which loosely translated to be ‘hold tight country’. This came about as the Australian aboriginals found a narrow valley which seemed to be holding two mountains together with an alluring strength. Within the he now anglicised ‘Numinbah’ Forest Reserve visitors will witness Waterfall Creek, towering silky oaks and Eucalypts. With permission, Numinbah Forest Reserve authorities permit visitors to cycle or horse ride in the park.

For those seeking Springbrook accommodation prices vary from luxury Gold Coast accommodation through to the most affordable and budget Gold Coast accommodation. Visitors you find comfortable rooms in Binna Burra Mountain Lodge, Hardy House Bed & Breakfast, Boonah Valley Motel, Cedar Lake Country Resort, O’Reilly’s Rainforest Retreat & Mountain Villas, Springbrook Mountain Manor and the Mouses House. Accommodation prices of most Gold Coast hotels and Gold Coast resorts start from an affordable $90 and increase dependant on customer preferences.  

Canungra Accommodation offers a number of reputable Gold Coast accommodation options such as Baggs of Canungra Bed & Breakfast, Wallaby Ridge Retreat and O’Reilly’s Rainforest Retreat. There are also some camping options at Sharp Park River Bend Country Bush Camping with some very cheap Gold Coast accommodation with limited facilities. There are also some accommodations offering 5-star comfort such as O’Reilly’s.

The Gold Coast Australia is a must see destination and definitely one of Australia’s most popular holiday destinations. Combined with the manicured sandy beaches, entertainment options, Gold Coast tours and attractions, the Gold Coast Hinterland is a must do on the list of every Australian holiday maker.

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