Koreelah National Park
Koreelah National Park is part of the Gondwana Rainforests of Australia — the largest subtropical rainforest system on Earth. These ancient landscapes preserve rare plants, wildlife, and evolutionary history, dating back millions of years.
Perfect for a weekend escape, Koreelah National Park offers World Heritage rainforest, camping, swimming, walking and great birdwatching. Just a few hours’ drive from the Gold Coast and Brisbane, it provides a perfect weekend getaway and a beautiful car touring route.
Visiting
- Getting there: Located near the NSW–Queensland border, about 3.5 hours from Brisbane or the Gold Coast. From Woodenbong, take Mount Lindesay Highway west for 22km, turn right at Old Koreelah onto White Swamp Road, and drive 12km north.
- Roads: Unsealed but accessible by 2WD in dry weather
- Park entry fee: Free
- Facilities: Picnic tables, toilets, communal wood barbecues (BYO firewood), wheelchair-accessible amenities
Camping
Koreelah Creek Campground is a peaceful, grassy site beside Koreelah Creek, ideal for tents and camper trailers. Wake to birdsong and spend your day swimming, walking, or spotting wildlife near the gorge. No bookings required — camping is free and available on a first-come, first-served basis. Please check road conditions and fire alerts before your visit.
Suggested Walks
Gorge Walking Track
0.8km return · 30–45 mins · Easy
A short creekside stroll to Koreelah Gorge, ideal for swimming, birdwatching, and spotting platypus or wallabies. Once you arrive at the gorge, stop for a while, take a refreshing swim in the cool waters or find a spot on the rocks to sit and admire the local wildlife.