About Mount Barney National Park
Mount Barney National Park is a rugged protected area in the Scenic Rim Region of south-east Queensland, about 110 km southwest of Brisbane. Dominated by the twin peaks of Mount Barney (1,359 m) and Mount Lindesay, it forms part of the Gondwana Rainforests of Australia World Heritage Area. Notable for dramatic volcanic peaks, ancient rainforest, open eucalypt forest and remote wilderness bushwalking and rock climbing opportunities.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a remote, rugged wilderness with steep volcanic peaks, forested ridges, creeks and rock pools. The park offers unformed bushwalking tracks, including the challenging Mount Barney summit routes and the easier Lower Portals walk to natural rock pools. There are basic campgrounds at Yellow Pinch and Cronan Creek, lookouts, and opportunities for rock climbing, birdwatching and photography. Facilities are minimal and the terrain is steep and exposed.
Key highlights
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Mount Barney summit (1,359 m) - second highest peak in south-east Queensland
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Lower Portals - natural rock pools and gorge on Cronan Creek
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Mount Lindesay and Mount Maroon dramatic volcanic peaks
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Part of Gondwana Rainforests of Australia World Heritage Area
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Remote wilderness bushwalking and rock climbing