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Purling Brook Falls circuit

A Springbrook plateau loop through open eucalypt forest and down into the gorge to see Purling Brook Falls from below, then over a suspension bridge and back up to the picnic area.

At a glance

Distance
4 km loop
Duration
2 h
Official track grade
Grade 3 · Intermediate
Elevation gain
Not published
Cost
Not published
Experience
Self-guided
Facilities
Not published
Accessibility
Not published
Dogs
Not published
Family suitability
Not published
Public transport
Not published

Plan your visit

Seasonal considerations: Parts of the track may close after significant rain. Check park alerts before you go.

Highlights

  • Purling Brook Falls from below
  • Suspension bridge
  • Optional Warringa Pool side track

Trailhead & access: Gwongorella picnic area. The official page says the circuit is easier walked clockwise, and the Warringa Pool track adds about 2 km and 40 min.

Official trail details

Location & map

Springbrook National Park

Springbrook NP, Queensland

Trailhead & access: Gwongorella picnic area. The official page says the circuit is easier walked clockwise, and the Warringa Pool track adds about 2 km and 40 min.

Exact trailhead coordinates have not been confirmed. Use the official source’s location and directions.

Sources & verification

Last checked: 2026-11-02. Source review only; not a site inspection or live status check.

  • https://parks.qld.gov.au/parks/springbrook/journeys

Official source

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