Nicoll Scrub National Park

Nicoll Scrub National Park is a nature reserve on the Gold Coast featuring five distinct types of rainforest growing side by side. The area sits between two ridgelines and contains hundreds of plant species alongside numerous bird populations.

The reserve was established in 1994 to protect the last remaining rainforests in Currumbin Valley. This protection came about because these forest types had become rare across the wider region.

The park takes its name from early settlers of the region and attracts school groups who come to explore the native plant life. Visitors walk through dense forest sections and observe birds moving through the canopy above them.

Visitors can walk along marked trails through the forest area, most of which are easy to navigate. It is wise to wear sturdy shoes and bring water, especially on warmer days.

The area is home to two highly endangered plant species found nowhere else in Queensland. Notably, rare Richmond birdwing butterflies maintain a stable population here, a sight rarely seen elsewhere in the state.

Location: Gold Coast City

Operator: Queensland Department of National Parks, Sport and Racing

GPS coordinates: -28.18780,153.42434

Latest update: December 12, 2025 17:43