Natural Bridge

Natural Bridge is a natural rock arch and waterfall cave in the Natural Bridge section of Springbrook National Park at Springbrook in the Gold Coast hinterland, Queensland. Formed by Cave Creek eroding through basalt, the arch spans a waterfall that plunges into a cave housing a colony of glow worms. Set in subtropical rainforest within the Gondwana Rainforests World Heritage Area, it is notable for its geological formation, rainforest setting and nocturnal glow worm display.

Visitors can walk a 1km sealed Natural Bridge circuit through subtropical rainforest to a viewing platform above and inside a cave where Cave Creek waterfall falls through a basalt arch. During the day visitors see rainforest, creek, waterfall and rock formation. After dark the cave glows with thousands of glow worms (Arachnocampa flava). The track includes steps, bridges and lookouts with interpretive signage. The site is within Springbrook National Park with picnic area and rainforest surroundings.

Formed over millions of years by water erosion as Cave Creek cut through basalt lava flows from the ancient Tweed Volcano. The arch and cave are part of Springbrook National Park, gazetted in 1937, and form part of the Gondwana Rainforests of Australia World Heritage Area listed for its geological and evolutionary significance.

Located on the traditional lands of the Yugambeh people, the Springbrook rainforest area holds cultural significance for Aboriginal Traditional Owners. The rainforest and creek systems are valued for their natural heritage and ongoing connection to Country.