Trek mountain trails at Spicers Scenic Rim
Brisbane, Australia •
Underrated
UnderratedBrisbane, Australia
Underrated





Walking required
Yes
Trails are steep, rough, and require hiking.
Trails are steep, rough, and require hiking.
Value for money
Medium
Luxury amenities justify the price, but it's still expensive.
Luxury amenities justify the price, but it's still expensive.
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Summarised by AI
Romantic Getaway
Couples loved the luxury eco-camps and gourmet meals. Perfect for a romantic escape!
Breathtaking Views
The scenery was stunning! Couples raved about the views from the mountain ridges.
Unforgettable Adventure
Visitors felt it was a challenging hike but a rewarding experience for couples.
Pricey Experience
Some couples found the cost high, despite the luxury and guided experience.
Tough Terrain
Couples mentioned the trails were challenging, with steep ascents and rough paths.
Unsealed Roads
Travelers were concerned about the unsealed access road to the meeting point.
Hours of operation
Monday
7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday
7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday
7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday
7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday
7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday
7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday
7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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

21-29°C
February remains warm and humid, with a slightly lower chance of rain compared to January.
February remains warm and humid, with a slightly lower chance of rain compared to January.
Open
More availability as demand decreases post-holidays.
More availability as demand decreases post-holidays.
Not recommended
While February sees a slight decrease in temperature and crowd levels, the weather remains warm and humid with a moderate chance of rain. It's a transitional period with more availability and standard pricing.
While February sees a slight decrease in temperature and crowd levels, the weather remains warm and humid with a moderate chance of rain. It's a transitional period with more availability and standard pricing.
March
LOW

19-28°C
March offers warm temperatures with decreasing humidity and rainfall.
March offers warm temperatures with decreasing humidity and rainfall.
Open
Good availability with standard pricing.
Good availability with standard pricing.
Recommended
March provides favorable trekking conditions with warm temperatures, reduced humidity, and lower crowd levels. It's an excellent time for those seeking a quieter experience.
March provides favorable trekking conditions with warm temperatures, reduced humidity, and lower crowd levels. It's an excellent time for those seeking a quieter experience.
April
LOW

16-26°C
April brings mild temperatures and lower humidity, with a reduced chance of rain.
April brings mild temperatures and lower humidity, with a reduced chance of rain.
Open
Generally good availability; early booking advised around Easter.
Generally good availability; early booking advised around Easter.
Recommended
April's mild weather and lower humidity make it an ideal month for trekking. While crowd levels are generally low, they may increase slightly during Easter holidays. Booking in advance is recommended during this period.
April's mild weather and lower humidity make it an ideal month for trekking. While crowd levels are generally low, they may increase slightly during Easter holidays. Booking in advance is recommended during this period.
May
LOW

12-26°C
May offers mild temperatures and low humidity, making it ideal for hiking. Rainfall is minimal, ensuring dry trails.
May offers mild temperatures and low humidity, making it ideal for hiking. Rainfall is minimal, ensuring dry trails.
Open
No significant restrictions; bookings are readily available.
No significant restrictions; bookings are readily available.
Recommended
May provides excellent hiking conditions with comfortable weather and fewer crowds, making it a highly recommended time to visit.
May provides excellent hiking conditions with comfortable weather and fewer crowds, making it a highly recommended time to visit.
How to get there

Car
Recommended
The most common way to reach Spicers Scenic Rim Trail is by car. The route typically follows the Cunningham Highway. The final access to the meeting point is via an unsealed road.

Shuttle
Recommended
Shuttle services are a recommended and convenient option. Spicers Retreats can arrange transfers, including from Spicers Balfour Hotel in Brisbane. Private transfer services, such as Limoso, also operate in the area and can be booked in advance.

Bus
A bus service operated by Crisps Coaches runs from Brisbane to Aratula. From Aratula, travelers would need to arrange a pre-booked taxi for the remaining journey to the trail's meeting point.
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
Not suitable for pregnancy
Allowed during pregnancy
Pets
Pets not allowed
Driving
Driving License Required
Idp Required






