The Gold Coast hinterland, often called the Emerald City thanks to its lush green forests and mountains, has plenty of holiday accommodation – including quaint stone houses and picturesque wooden cabins with incredible forest views.
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What are the best activities for families in the Gold Coast hinterland?
Family Holidays in the Gold Coast Hinterland
The Mount Tamborine Glow Worm Caves are perfect for exploring with kids. You’ll get the rare chance to watch and learn about fascinating glow worms up close. Connected by tunnels, this cave system welcomes visitors from 10 AM to 4 PM every day.
You can also see glow worms in their natural habitat at the Natural Bridge at Springbrook National Park. Set off on an adventurous jungle walk down the bushy rainforest path to the beautiful Natural Bridge rock formation.
Yet another interesting destination is Lamington National Park, where family-friendly walks and a great range of accommodations await. Especially noteworthy is O’Reilly’s Tree Top Walk, an easy, kid-friendly circuit spanning 800 metres of some of Australia’s most spectacular bushlands. Little adventurers can cross nine suspension bridges to reach the depths of this sub-tropical rainforest. To relax after your trek, lay back and enjoy the bird of prey show and meet friendly rosellas and king parrots.
What to do in the Gold Coast hinterland
The purpose-built glow worm caves at Mount Tamborine are home to thousands of these iridescent creatures. Learn about what makes them glow and their life cycle during a walking tour of the caves.
Explore Springbrook National Park from the Apple Tree Park access point, and follow one of the area's many trails to beautiful sites such as the Natural Bridge. Pack some food and spend your afternoon at one of the picnic sites.
If you're seeking adventure on your holiday, try the TreeTop Challenge, which takes you on tarzan swings and flying foxes through the rainforest's canopy. Remember to take your camera to document your adventures!
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Camping, Cabins, and Outdoor Holidays in the Gold Coast Hinterland
Woonoongoora, the Green Mountains camping area in Lamington National Park, and the Settlement in Springbrook National Park are the region’s three walk-in campsites. While all the three feature toilet facilities, drinking water is only available at Woonoongoora and the Settlement.
Local grocery shops and cafés are in proximity to the latter two. The Settlement also offers a cooking shelter, with electric barbecues and dedicated areas for picnic and recreation.
Hillside holiday cottages and farm stays are great options for the kids. They can learn about the local farming ways, cuddle woolly lambs, feed cattle, and go horse-riding in the woods.
Rainforest lodges by Tamborine Mountain offer the perfect tranquil environment in the wilderness. Enjoy jungle zipline tours, treetop challenges, horse trail rides, mini-golf, tours to waterfalls and wineries, and birding.
Information about holiday rentals in the Gold Coast hinterland
| 🏡 Holiday rentals available | 14,929 rentals |
|---|---|
| 🌙 Nightly prices from | $93 |
| ⭐ Popular amenities | Pets allowed, Pool and Fireplace |
| 🏊 Holiday rentals with pools | 11,612 properties |
4,041,431 reviews
Gold Coast hinterland holiday lettings have an average rating of 4.2/5 across 4,041,431 reviews left by travellers.
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How much should I expect to pay for a holiday letting in the Gold Coast hinterland?
Prices for Apartment rental and House rental for holidays in the Gold Coast hinterland start at $93 per night.
How many holiday accommodation offers will I find in the Gold Coast hinterland?
There are loads of options for holiday accommodation in the Gold Coast hinterland, with 14,929 offers available.
What holiday rental amenities do people typically look for when visiting Gold Coast hinterland?
The most popular holiday letting amenity in the Gold Coast hinterland is Pets allowed, followed by Pool in second place and Fireplace in third.
How many accommodation offers are there in the Gold Coast hinterland?
You can browse 14,929 holiday lettings in the Gold Coast hinterland, and find great deals from $93 per night.
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