Mount Coot-tha Lookout

Mount Coot-tha Lookout is a scenic viewpoint overlooking Brisbane, its suburbs, and Moreton Bay islands from an elevated platform. The site features a cafe, walking trails, and interpretive signs that help visitors understand the surrounding landscape and environment.

The site was known as One Tree Hill in the 1830s and later became a public recreation reserve in 1880. It received official heritage listing in Queensland in 1995, recognizing its importance to the region.

The mountain held deep meaning for Turrbal Aboriginal people, who gathered here for important meetings and spiritual practices before European arrival. Local communities continue to recognize this heritage connection to the land.

The lookout is easily accessible and provides shelter for visitors at the viewing area. The site works well for both quick visits to see the views and longer walks along the trails that circle the summit.

During World War II, the United States Navy used the mountain as a storage facility for ammunition and military supplies. This wartime purpose is barely visible today, but it reveals the site's strategic importance to Allied operations in the region.

Location: Queensland

GPS coordinates: -27.48480,152.95900

Latest update: December 11, 2025 11:06