Lamington: Border Track
The Border Track - ancient Gondwana rainforest between O’Reilly’s and Binna Burra, with Antarctic beech and lyrebirds
The route
The line through Lamington NP (Scenic Rim), QLD, Australia - waypoints, elevation and the day-by-day shape of the walk.
Season & conditions
Year-round
Cool damp rainforest; leeches
Open year-round; leeches after rain; can be misty/cool. Confirm.
On the trail
Gondwana rainforest ridge with waterfalls and birdlife
Non-technical walking/hiking; confirm any exposed or scrambly sections locally
Marked/waymarked route; navigation generally straightforward - carry a map and confirm locally
Suitable for reasonably fit hikers; not wheelchair accessible - confirm specifics
Moderate
Out-and-back sections; the many waterfall circuits at each end
Getting there & staying
O’Reilly’s to Binna Burra (or reverse)
Point-to-point; arrange a shuttle between the two ends
Day route - none needed
Day-hike kit, water, sun/rain protection, sturdy footwear; coverage varies
Services in O'Reilly's; limited or none on the trail
Not required; self-guided
Permits & safety
Lamington NP; shuttle needed for the one-way traverse
Permits and operators change - confirm before booking.
Leeches, slippery track, the length
Retrace the route to exit; dial local emergency services; carry a means of calling for help where remote
This profile is desk research, compiled from public sources - not a first-hand trail report. Coordinates are approximate.