Conondale National Park

Conondale National Park is a nature reserve in Queensland with subtropical rainforests, open woodlands, and dense bushland covering the rolling landscape. The terrain features mountains, steep gorges, and cascading waterfalls scattered throughout the park.

Mining, logging, and land clearing reshaped this region starting in the 1860s, removing much of the original forest. The park's establishment in 1977 came as an effort to protect what remained.

The Jinibara and Kabi Kabi peoples shaped their lives around these forests, particularly harvesting bunya pine seeds that appeared seasonally. Walking through the park today, you can sense the deep roots these communities had in this landscape.

Multiple walking trails of varying difficulty wind through the park, with the Booloumba Creek Circuit and Rainforest Walk being popular options. Camping areas are scattered throughout, so plan ahead to find the right location for your needs.

The park is recognized as an Important Bird Area hosting around 174 bird species, many found nowhere else nearby. Dedicated birdwatchers can spot uncommon residents like the eastern bristlebird and plumed frogmouth during quiet morning hours.

Location: Sunshine Coast Regional

Operator: Queensland Department of Environment and Science

Website: https://parks.des.qld.gov.au/parks/conondale

GPS coordinates: -26.71836,152.55917

Latest update: December 10, 2025 20:03