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Hike Queensland’s Scenic Rim Trail

Hike Queensland’s Scenic Rim Trail

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Description

Lace up your hiking boots and set off on a four-day adventure on Queensland’s Scenic Rim along stunning hiking trails. Watch the sunrise over Mt Mistake, hike along an old logging route once travelled by bullock and cart and spend nights surrounded by gum trees in your stunning wooden eco-cabin. Listen to the sounds of songbirds in the verdant rainforest as you rest near Dalrymple Creek, learn about the distinct flora and fauna of Main Range National Park from your expert guides, and stay in a comfortable eco-conscious homestead.

Trip Name
Hike Queensland's Scenic Rim Trail
Last Updated
1970-01-01
Days
4
Capacity
12
Highlights
  • Explore the UNESCO World Heritage-listed, sub-tropical Gondwana rainforest on foot – just 90 minutes from Brisbane!
  • Hike remote tracks on the Scenic Rim Trail through blue gum forest, verdant rainforests and dry sclerophyll forest in Main Range National Park.
  • Rest your head in an eco-conscious homestead converted from a 1900s farmhouse and soak in panoramic mountain views from the nearby view point. Then, stay in wooden eco-cabins, nestled among the gum trees.
  • Watch the sunrise over Mt Mistake before setting off along an old logging route that was once travelled by bull and cart.
  • Learn about the abundant and distinct flora and fauna of the region from your expert local leaders.

Itinerary

OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES A selection of optional activities that have been popular with past travellers are listed in the day-to-day itinerary. This isn't an exhaustive list and should be used as a guide only for some of what might be available. Prices are approximate, are for entrance fees only, and don’t include transport to and from the sites or local guides unless indicated. All activities are subject to availability, and maybe on a join-in basis. It may not be possible to do all the activities listed in the time available at each destination, so some pre-planning for what you are most interested in is advised. When it's recommended that travellers pre-book these activities, look for a note in the Special Information section of the day-to-day itinerary. For most, they can either be organised independently on the day, or let your group leader or local representative know you are interested at the Welcome Meeting and they can assist. Where activities are considered medium or high risk, we work with operators whose safety and credentials we have sighted and assessed. Although it is possible that you may find the same activity cheaper with another operator on the ground, we cannot vouch for the safety or quality of that operator. Medium and high-risk activities not listed above have not been assessed by us and as such our staff and group leader or local representative are unable to assist you with organising these activities. Activities that contravene our Responsible Travel policies are also not listed. Please remember that the decision to partake in any activity not listed is at your own discretion and risk., ITINERARY CHANGES Our itineraries are updated regularly throughout the year based on customer feedback and to reflect the current situation in each destination. The information included in this Essential Trip Information may therefore differ from when you first booked your trip. It's important that you review this information prior to travel so that you have the latest updates. Due to weather, local conditions, transport schedules, public holidays, political unrest or other factors, further changes may be necessary to your itinerary once in-country. Your group leader or local representative will keep you up to date with any such changes once your trip is underway and has the authority to amend or cancel any part of the trip itinerary if deemed necessary due to safety concerns.

Day 1 - Brisbane to Scenic Rim
Welcome to Queensland's Scenic Rim! Your adventure begins in Brisbane early this morning when you meet your leader and fellow hikers before hitting the road towards Thornton in the Main Range National Park for today's hike on the Scenic Rim Trail. After a short hike briefing you'll start your first hike as the trail winds its way up into the Mistake Mountain Range through dry sclerophyll forest with incredible vistas of the valley below. The trail is rough and uphill for most of the day with some ‘rock scrambling’ along the natural rock along the way, but the sweeping mountain views more than make up for it. From here the majority of the walk takes place around 1000m above sea level. Our walking pace depends on the conditions and the speed of the group but we aim to arrive by mid afternoon so you'll have plenty of time to kick off your boots and relax after the hike in the stunning nature that surrounds the Mount Mistake Farmhouse. This authentic and comfortable working farmhouse will instantly feel like home, and rooms are filled with little luxuries that will delight. Regroup around 6pm for your daily briefing, then share a well-earned welcome dinner.
Day 2 - Scenic Rim
Sunrise at Mt Mistake is a real highlight and if the weather is clear, you can head out to the escarpment with a warm drink in hand to soak in the first rays of the sun and take in the stunning views before returning to camp for a hearty continental breakfast with the group. Your guides will provide you with your lunches and show you where to refill your water bottles before departing camp on the Scenic Rim Trail, following an old logging route once traversed by bullock and cart. Your day will start with an uphill hike before entering the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Gondwana Rainforest. Today's trails allow for fairly easy walking with only moderate inclines and many flat sections. As you continue hiking, the trail becomes more challenging as you navigate rainforest trails into your stunning private Eco-Camp. Nestled amongst the gum trees, the modern architectural wooden cabins blend beautifully with the peaceful background of the surrounding national park, and the generous cabin windows and private balcony really give you the sense of being part of nature. Enjoy a relaxing afternoon and a steaming hot shower before heading to the beautiful main lodge. Tonight, maybe relax with a drink on the observation deck overlooking the mountain ranges and watch the sunset before enjoying a delicious group dinner.
Day 3 - Scenic Rim
After a great night’s sleep, wake up to the sound of morning songbirds then maybe roll out one of the included yoga mats on your cabin balcony or take it down to the viewing deck to enjoy some morning stretches before fueling up on a continental breakfast. You’ll then grab your lunch and snacks and hit the trail. Start the day with a reasonably flat warm up as you walk up the access road enjoying the sounds of nature as you go. Today’s track can sometimes get muddy, so you may have to skirt around a few puddles before descending into the valley surrounded by verdant rainforest. Nature is pretty raw here and the pace is slower as we take care with our footing navigating the steep zig-zag route through the tree roots, rocky boulder sections and frequent creek crossings. Take a well-earned break at the serene Dalrymple Creek. Later this afternoon, you’ll arrive at your private eco-camp. Located on the site of a former logger’s camp, you’ll get a sense of the history when you view the old tin shack that once housed the timber getters (people who logged timber) of the time. The comfortable timber-clad cabins are nestled in the heart of the giant blue gum forest – a haven for the local flora and fauna. The afternoon is free to relax - perhaps take in the sights and sounds of the forest from your own balcony, enjoy a hot shower, or venture to the hillside for tree-filled views across the Dalrymple Creek Valley. Tonight, celebrate a trip well-travelled with your final group dinner.
Day 4 - Scenic Rim to Brisbane
Rise early and listen in awe to the dawn chorus of the local birdlife before beginning your usual morning routine of breakfast, packing and gathering your gear for the day one last time. Then it’s time to head off on your final hike along the Scenic Rim Trail. Today’s walk begins with a climb up the fire trail and past an old pine plantation before heading deep into the rainforest on a Grade 5 trail. Along the way you’ll marvel at the huge rainforest trees with buttresses up to six feet tall. Once again, the pace is slower as you safely negotiate the tree roots and rocky sections of the trail before emerging from deep in the rainforest to climb up and over Bare Rock. The 360 degree views on a clear day are incredible. From here you’ll join the more travelled trails. After spending the last three days on remote trails in secluded and pristine nature it can come as a shock as you start to pass fellow walkers, few of whom will ever venture where you have recently hiked. At the end of the trail a private vehicle will be waiting for you to transfer you back to Brisbane. Your trip will end on arrival into Brisbane. If you’d like to stay in Brisbane longer – and it’s recommended that you do if you have more to explore – just speak to your booking agent ahead of time.

Trip Dates

StartEndPrice FromRoom Type
22-06-202625-06-2026AUD $ 2,930-
20-07-202623-07-2026AUD $ 2,930-
19-08-202622-08-2026AUD $ 2,930-
14-09-202617-09-2026AUD $ 2,930-
19-10-202622-10-2026AUD $ 2,930-
16-11-202619-11-2026AUD $ 2,930-

Accommodation

Farmhouse (1 night), Private Eco-Camp Cabin with shared facilities (2 nights)

Transport

Private vehicle, on foot

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