Glass House Mountains National Park: Mt Beerburrum Summit Walk

Highlights

If you thought Wild Horse Mountain was hard on your calves, wait till you try this one. The path itself is an impressive bit of road building. It provides access to a fire look-out on top of Mt. Beerburrum that is manned during high fire danger conditions to keep and eye on the surrounding forestry area.

From the new trail head signage in the state school car park it’s a nice walk up thru a gully on the side of the mountain until you get to the old trail head from here the cement path begins. There is a giant Strangler figure to admire and rest in its shade before starting the real climb.

The plus about this walk is its paved over the last 200 metres to the summit and there is a great stone seat and viewing spot halfway up. The view from the top is not bad either. Climb the fire lookout platform to the first deck and take your time looking in each direction. You’ll discover that Matthew Flinders, along with his indigenous guide, Bongaree, and two seamen, climbed Mt Beerburrum, in 1799.

Afterwards

As you return to the Beerburrum school car park, why not follow the Soldiers Settlers' Trail to the Old Beerburrum Cemetery. You can continue on this trail to do a circuit out to Matthew Flinders park and come back to Beerburrum via the Old North Coast Road.

For refreshments there is Coffee right there in Beerburrum township and another cafe which serves great coffees and lunches in a lovely setting is not far away on Steve Irwin Way.

How to get there

To the starting point: Heading South on Steve Irwin Way turn right into Beerburrum Road (Beerburrum township).

Heading north on the M1/ Bruce Highway, take Steve Irwin Way and approx. 5 km later you will turn into Beerburrum Rd.

On Beerburrum Road you'll shortly pass the railway line, Parrot Park and the Beerburrum School. Turn right here where you see the blue cemetery sign and park in the car park next to the school. Look for the trails head signage and follow the trail to the summit from there.

The nearest public’s toilets are at Parrot Park, close by in Beerburrum to pop into before or after the walk.

To the end point: It’s the same as your starting point – this is an up and back route.

About this place

Suitable for walking

Walking track grade: Grade 4; A rough track, possibly long and very steep, with few signs to follow. Suited to experienced bushwalkers.

Graded on the Queensland Parks walking track scale. Walk with care(opens in a new tab)

Managed by

Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service

Glass House Mountains National Park

To report damage, a hazard or another problem with the trail:

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Safety

Hazards on this trail

A like slippery in parts. Very steep.

Check park alerts before you go

Glass House Mountains National Park is managed by Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service. Check their park alerts for closures and track conditions. Park alerts in the Sunshine Coast region(opens in a new tab)

In an emergency, call 000. Always adventure safely!

Always follow any local signage, it contains key information and conditions can change at any time.
Use the trails with consideration for your abilities, be prepared for the adventure ahead:
- Be aware of the weather conditions, found here: Bureau of Meteorology — Queensland(opens in a new tab)
- Always wear appropriate clothing, focus on good footwear.
- Always bring more water than you think you will need.
- Be Sun Safe!
- Always let someone know where you are going that isn't going with you.
Just getting started try this site for good useful information: Trail Hiking Australia — hike safety(opens in a new tab)
Sunshine Coast Council does its best to keep this information current, but things change, so be aware that a trail may not be as listed here.