Go Hiking with QUT Hiking at Kondalilla National Park!

Kondalilla National Park, named after an Australian Aboriginal word meaning "rushing waters," is best known for its 90-meter waterfall that cascades from Skenes Creek. The park is home to a diverse array of wildlife, including five species of endangered frogs and rare nut varieties. It attracts nature enthusiasts and photographers alike, and also offers hiking trails with varying levels of difficulty. So immerse yourself in this vibrant natural world and experience the beauty of the forest!

◎ Address: Kondalilla National Park, Montville QLD 4560
◎ Opening Hours: 07:00-18:00
◎ Admission: Free
◎ Transportation: Take a train to "Nambour" station, then transfer to bus number 890 to "Mapleton Montville Rd at Kondalilla Falls Road" station, and walk for about 10 minutes. (Find Car Hire Deals | Car rental in Australia)
◎ Total Trail Length: 4.7 km
◎ Time Required: 2.5 hours
◎ Official Website: Kondalilla National Park

(A rough map of Kondalilla National Park is provided, with only one entrance to the hiking trails. The parking lot can accommodate around 40 cars, and basic public facilities are also available.)

(Information about the park can be found at the entrance.)

(On this trip, I joined members of the "QUT Hiking" school club. All participants are students who love hiking and climbing. We planned to complete the activity in two and a half hours, and we officially started the trail at around 8:45 AM. Without further ado, let's embark on the journey and enjoy the beautiful natural scenery!)

(Many scenic viewpoints along the way offer opportunities to admire the Australian landscape while resting.)

(From time to time, you'll encounter unique geological formations or plant landscapes.)

(In fact, the trail's difficulty is not too high. Most sections have stairs or clearly marked paths. The only challenging part is near the waterfall, where you'll have to cross some rocky terrain. We saw many children and elderly people passing by, so as long as you pay attention, you should have no problem!)

(We began to see some tributaries of the waterfall, and our destination was not far away!)

(After about an hour and a half, we arrived at the most famous waterfall in Kondalilla National Park. The towering cliffs and cascading waterfall, accompanied by the surrounding sounds of nature, instantly washed away our fatigue. We took a break and deeply appreciated the vibrant energy and natural wonders. More importantly, it was a great feeling to complete the journey and share the experience with a group of people!)

(As we prepared to leave the park, we took in the view from the final viewpoint platform.)

(I'm delighted to have met these nature-loving friends, and I'm grateful for the safety and smoothness of this journey. There are still so many amazing places to discover in Australia, and I hope to continue exploring and sharing them with everyone!)