Hike rainforest trails at Nerang National Park
Gold Coast, Australia • 
Underrated
UnderratedGold Coast, Australia
Underrated
Best months to visit
Sep, Dec
12°C – 24°C, mild temperatures with low rainfall, making it ideal for hiking, medium crowds, peak season
12°C – 24°C, mild temperatures with low rainfall, making it ideal for hiking, medium crowds, peak season
Walking required
Yes
Trails are not wheelchair accessible; walking and hiking required.
Trails are not wheelchair accessible; walking and hiking required.
Value for money
High
Free entry and beautiful scenery provide excellent value.
Free entry and beautiful scenery provide excellent value.
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Reviews from other travelers
Summarised by AI
Scenic Trails
Couples loved the peaceful trails and the beautiful scenery. Perfect for a romantic walk.
Quiet Escape
Visitors found it's a great escape from the city. Trails were well-maintained.
Wildlife Sightings
Couples enjoyed spotting local wildlife. The trails offered a sense of adventure.
Shared Trails
Some couples felt the trails were crowded with mountain bikers at times.
Limited Access
Public transport access is limited. The walk from the train station is long.
No Facilities
Lack of facilities like bins and seating could detract from the experience.
Hours of operation
Monday
open - open
Tuesday
open - open
Wednesday
open - open
Thursday
open - open
Friday
open - open
Saturday
open - open
Sunday
open - open
In-depth experience
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When to visit
We've analysed user reviews and geographical data, and identified the best and worst months to visit.
Month
Crowd Level
Weather
Availability
Our recommendation
February
MEDIUM
23-26°C
February remains warm and humid, with a high likelihood of rainfall.
February remains warm and humid, with a high likelihood of rainfall.
Open
Trails may be muddy and slippery due to ongoing rains.
Trails may be muddy and slippery due to ongoing rains.
Not recommended
While crowds are reduced, the weather conditions still pose challenges for hikers. Proper preparation and caution are advised.
While crowds are reduced, the weather conditions still pose challenges for hikers. Proper preparation and caution are advised.
March
LOW
22-25°C
March experiences slightly cooler temperatures but remains humid with frequent rainfall.
March experiences slightly cooler temperatures but remains humid with frequent rainfall.
Open
Some trails may be affected by rain-induced erosion.
Some trails may be affected by rain-induced erosion.
Not recommended
The reduced crowds are appealing, but hikers should be prepared for wet conditions and potential trail closures.
The reduced crowds are appealing, but hikers should be prepared for wet conditions and potential trail closures.
April
LOW
17-26°C
April sees a transition to cooler temperatures and reduced rainfall.
April sees a transition to cooler temperatures and reduced rainfall.
Open
Trails are generally in good condition, but it's advisable to check for any residual wet areas.
Trails are generally in good condition, but it's advisable to check for any residual wet areas.
Recommended
April offers favorable hiking conditions with cooler weather and drier trails, making it an ideal time to visit.
April offers favorable hiking conditions with cooler weather and drier trails, making it an ideal time to visit.
May
MEDIUM
13-29°C
May offers mild temperatures with minimal rainfall, making it an ideal month for hiking.
May offers mild temperatures with minimal rainfall, making it an ideal month for hiking.
Open
No specific restrictions; all trails are open.
No specific restrictions; all trails are open.
Recommended
May provides comfortable hiking conditions with moderate visitor numbers, offering a pleasant experience on the trails.
May provides comfortable hiking conditions with moderate visitor numbers, offering a pleasant experience on the trails.
How to get there
Bus
Recommended
Several Translink bus routes (735, 736, 740) stop near the park, with the closest stop being the Nerang Bicentennial Centre.
Taxi
Recommended
Taxis provide direct access to the park from the Gold Coast area, with a travel time of approximately 17-18 minutes.
Train
Recommended
The Nerang Station is the nearest train station, serviced by lines such as BDVL, BNVL, and BRVL. The park is approximately a 62-minute walk from the station.
Car
Driving is a straightforward way to reach Nerang National Park. The park has five primary access points, with parking available for visitors.
Shuttle
An on-demand shuttle service operates in the Nerang/Highland Park area, providing flexible transport to key locations.
Additional info
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Mobility
Wheelchair Accessible
Walking Required
Stairs Present
Seating Available
Flat Terrain
Hiking Required
Elevator Available
Mobility Scooter Friendly
Ramps Available
Pregnancy
Suitable for pregnancy
Allowed during pregnancy
Pets
Pets not allowed
Driving
Driving License Required
Idp Required
