Things to do

Camping and accommodation

Camping

Camp at either Terrawambella, Kambuwal or Castle Rock camping areas. Walk-in bush camping is permitted in some parts of the park, subject to limits on numbers. Camping permits are required and fees apply.

• Find out more about camping in Girraween National Park.
• Book your camp site online.
• If you cannot book online, see camping bookings for other options.

Other accommodation

A range of holiday accommodation is available in and around Stanthorpe and Tenterfield. For more information see the tourism information links.

Walking

Girraween has 17km of walking tracks, ranging from a 280m stroll beside Bald Rock Creek to an 11km return walk to Mount Norman. Most walks start near the visitor information building and day-use area—except where indicated. Main tracks are well defined but expect rocky sections and steep upper slopes.

More experienced walkers with navigation skills can access an extensive fire trail network. A topographic map is required when using these remote tracks, none of which are described here.

Walking tracks at a glance

Matching experience and expectations—to make your planning easier, simply match your expectations and experience with the most suitable track or trail.

All track distances are measured as return distances to their starting point unless otherwise indicated.

Walk	Track name	Distance	Duration	Classification
Northern section walks	Wyberba Walk	280m	15min	Grade 2
	Granite Arch	1.6km	30min	Grade 3
	Bald Rock Creek circuit	2.2km	1hr	Grade 3
	The Junction	3.7km	1.5–2hr from camping area	Grade 3
	The Junction	5.2km	2hr from day-use area	Grade 3
	The Pyramid	3.6km	2hr	Grade 4
Eastern section walks	Dr Roberts Waterhole	1.2km	30min	Grade 2
	Underground Creek	2.8km	1–1.5hr	Grade 3
Southern section walks	Castle Rock	5.2km	1.5–2hr	Grade 4
	The Sphinx & Turtle Rock	7.4km	3–4hr	Grade 3
	Mount Norman	11km	4–5hr from Visitor Centre	Grade 4
	Mount Norman	4km	1.5–2hr from Mount Norman day-use area	Grade 4

Guided tours and talks

There may be ranger-guided walks and talks in holiday times. Contact the Girraween National Park visitor information building for more details.

Information

Spend time in the Girraween National Park visitor information building learning about Girraween's fascinating natural and cultural heritage, its wildflowers and dramatic landforms.

Picnic and day-use areas

Bald Rock Creek day-use area is next to the Girraween National Park Visitor information building, at the base of The Pyramid, 9km from the New England Highway. Toilets, picnic tables, electric barbecues and water are provided. It is recommended that visitors bring their own drinking water supplies.

Mount Norman day-use area can be reached by 2WD vehicles along unsealed Mt Norman Road about half an hours drive from Wallangarra. Pit toilets and picnic tables are provided, but water is not. Only 4WD vehicles may continue 12km north to meet with Pyramids Road.

Viewing wildlife

Girraween offers excellent opportunities for viewing wildlife. See kangaroos, possums and many colourful birds. Enjoy the colourful wildflower displays in spring.

With over 750 plant, 195 bird, 22 mammal, 23 frog and 45 reptile species, Girraween guarantees its visitors a close encounter of a natural kind.

See the description of the park's natural environment for more details about Girraween's diverse wildlife.