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If you’re looking for out-of-the-everyday Valentine’s Day ideas in South East Queensland, this list has your back.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Ch2\u003E1. Get away from it all in an Everglades ecocamp\u003C/h2\u003E\n\u003Cdiv id=\"attachment_412360\" style=\"width: 701px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"\u003E\u003Cimg aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-412360\" class=\"wp-image-412360 size-standard-landscape\" src=\"https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/ecocamp-elanda_point-691x461.jpg\" alt=\"Everglades EcoCamp | Valentine’s Day ideas\" width=\"691\" height=\"461\" srcset=\"https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/ecocamp-elanda_point-691x461.jpg 691w, https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/ecocamp-elanda_point-300x200.jpg 300w, https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/ecocamp-elanda_point-768x512.jpg 768w, https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/ecocamp-elanda_point-335x223.jpg 335w, https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/ecocamp-elanda_point-1050x700.jpg 1050w, https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/ecocamp-elanda_point-1048x699.jpg 1048w, https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/ecocamp-elanda_point.jpg 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 691px) 100vw, 691px\" /\u003E\u003Cp id=\"caption-attachment-412360\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"\u003EPhoto by \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://www.instagram.com/elanda_point/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003E@elanda_point\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EGet back to the bush and experience the diversity of the Noosa Everglades as you’ve never seen them before, from the cosy surrounds of a glamping or cabin experience at \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/accommodation/habitat-noosa-everglades-eco-camp\"\u003EHabitat Noosa Ecocamp\u003C/a\u003E. The ideal base to experience the majesty of the bush and surrounding wilderness, Habitat Noosa has 65 acres of camping, 500 metres of beachfront, and direct access to the Noosa River.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003ETreat that special someone to one of their cruise’n’canoe day tours, where you’ll glide on mirrored waterways and explore ancient landscapes in the sub-tropical rainforest.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Ch2\u003E2. Get out of town on a 4WD Bush Tour\u003C/h2\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003ELeave it all behind you as you dive headfirst into the beautiful bush of the Gold Coast hinterland on a four wheel drive adventure with \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/tour/southern-cross-4wd-tours-gold-coast\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003ESouthern Cross 4WD Tours\u003C/a\u003E. Swap the stars for the incredible natural light display provided by the Gold Coast’s sub-tropical rainforest glow worms on a glow worm tour.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EOr, jump aboard a full-day or half-day tour of \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/destination-information/tamborine-mountain\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003ETamborine Mountain\u003C/a\u003E and \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/attraction/lamington-national-park-green-mountains-section\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003ELamington National Park\u003C/a\u003E, where you’ll experience panoramic views, waterfalls, and the majesty of ancient Gondwana rainforests on four wheels.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Ch2\u003E3. Take a retro surf trip\u003C/h2\u003E\n\u003Cdiv id=\"attachment_412283\" style=\"width: 701px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"\u003E\u003Cimg aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-412283\" class=\"wp-image-412283 size-standard-landscape\" src=\"https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/photobohemian-instagram-61-ig-1505799651205776331_265691870-691x461.jpg\" alt=\"Sunshine Coast Roadtrip through Noosa\" width=\"691\" height=\"461\" srcset=\"https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/photobohemian-instagram-61-ig-1505799651205776331_265691870-691x461.jpg 691w, https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/photobohemian-instagram-61-ig-1505799651205776331_265691870-1048x699.jpg 1048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 691px) 100vw, 691px\" /\u003E\u003Cp id=\"caption-attachment-412283\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"\u003EPhoto by \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://www.instagram.com/photobohemian/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003E@photobohemian\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EWater lovers will fall head over heels for this unique experience on the \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"http://www.queensland.com/Explore-Queensland/Sunshine-Coast\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003ESunshine Coast\u003C/a\u003E. Scott from Old Skool Kombis Noosa combines his two passions – surfing and vintage Kombis – on his unique Surf Safari tours, cruising the coast in a beautiful old school Kombi to find all the best local breaks.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EThe Surf Safari tour is recommended for experienced surfers, but Scott also offers more leisurely paced sightseeing tours. This is a truly one-of-a-kind way to share this beautiful part of the world with someone special.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Ch2\u003E4. Take a cooking class\u003C/h2\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EGifting your beloved has the skills of a bonafide pastry chef is a gift that just keeps on giving. \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/restaurant/the-golden-pig\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003EThe Golden Pig Cooking School\u003C/a\u003E is holding a dessert masterclass on the 15 of February, ideal for couples who would prefer to hand-make their Valentine’s Day treats.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003ETaught by Nicole Bashinsky, head pastry chef at Aria for over 13 years, the hands-on class covers dessert fundamentals including creme patisserie, yeasted dough, meringue and curd. You’ll bake cakes, donuts, vanilla rice pudding and nougat, and, best of all, return home with the know-how to do it all again tomorrow.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003ENot into dessert? No worries. The Golden Pig Cooking School has a wide range of classes, including sourdough and bread making, modern Italian, and French bistro cooking.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Ch2\u003E5. Sail off into the sunset\u003C/h2\u003E\n\u003Cdiv id=\"attachment_412393\" style=\"width: 701px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"\u003E\u003Cimg aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-412393\" class=\"wp-image-412393 size-standard-portrait\" src=\"https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/couple-sailing-gobareboating-691x1048.jpg\" alt=\"Royal Queensland Yacht | Valentine’s Day ideas\" width=\"691\" height=\"1048\" /\u003E\u003Cp id=\"caption-attachment-412393\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"\u003EPhoto by \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://www.instagram.com/gobareboating/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003E@gobareboating\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003ECommandeering your own yacht may be a romantic fantasy, but the Royal Queensland Yacht Squadron in Brisbane’s eastern bayside suburb of Manly is here to bring you one step closer. Offering private sailing lessons that cater to all experience levels (including loved-up first timers) it’s a great excuse to spend a day on the big blue and learn something new while you’re at it.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Ch2\u003E6. Go on a Sand Safari\u003C/h2\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EMake some memories at the \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/event/sand-safari-arts-festival-2020\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003ESand Safari Arts Festival\u003C/a\u003E, where awe-inspiring sand sculptures tower above you and hundreds of tonnes of sand are moulded and carved into larger than life works of art. This 17 day festival kicks off on February 14, and includes sand sculpting demonstrations, art installations, and live entertainment.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EThis event is free, making it a fine choice if you’re rather save for a dinner in one of the Gold Coast’s \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/explore-queensland/gold-coast/things-to-see-and-do/restaurants\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003Eamazing restaurants\u003C/a\u003E.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Ch2\u003E7. Volunteer and support local wildlife\u003C/h2\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cimg class=\"alignnone wp-image-412285 size-standard-landscape\" src=\"https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/138171-2-691x461.jpg\" alt=\"Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary | Valentine’s Day ideas\" width=\"691\" height=\"461\" srcset=\"https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/138171-2-691x461.jpg 691w, https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/138171-2-300x200.jpg 300w, https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/138171-2-768x512.jpg 768w, https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/138171-2-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/138171-2-2048x1365.jpg 2048w, https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/138171-2-335x223.jpg 335w, https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/138171-2-1050x700.jpg 1050w, https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/138171-2-1048x699.jpg 1048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 691px) 100vw, 691px\" /\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003ETwo sets of hands are better than one, especially when you’re giving a helping hand. This Valentine’s Day, connect, give back, and meet some local wildlife with a volunteering experience at \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/attraction/currumbin-wildlife-sanctuary\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003ECurrumbin Wildlife Sanctuary\u003C/a\u003E. Currumbin Sanctuary has short-term volunteering opportunities in its Wildlife Hospital and Sanctuary, set in lush bushland.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EAnd due to recent droughts and bushfires, there’s never been a better time to help Australia’s wildlife.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Ch2\u003E8. The Mountain Goat Valley Crawl\u003C/h2\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EGrab your loved one’s hand and take them on a night of adventure and great music. The Valley Crawl is a massive free music event where 46 acts take over multiple live music venues in Brisbane’s Fortitude Valley.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EWith the best and brightest in Australia’s music scene headlining, including the likes of Tia Gostelow, Arno Faraji, Clea, Columbus, Jack Botts, Seaside, Eat Your Heart Out, this completely unique Valentine’s Day idea is the perfect way to see a host of iconic Fortitude Valley venues in one swoop.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Ch2\u003E9. See a whole new side of Brisbane\u003C/h2\u003E\n\u003Cdiv id=\"attachment_412351\" style=\"width: 701px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"\u003E\u003Cimg aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-412351\" class=\"wp-image-412351 size-standard-portrait\" src=\"https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/brisbane-ghost-tour-suewhit-691x1048.jpg\" alt=\"Brisbane Ghost Tours \" width=\"691\" height=\"1048\" /\u003E\u003Cp id=\"caption-attachment-412351\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"\u003EPhoto by \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://www.instagram.com/suewhit/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003E@suewhit\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EGoosebumps and a thudding heart aren’t just symptoms of new romance. \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/tour/ghost-tours\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003EBrisbane Ghost Tours\u003C/a\u003E provides plenty of hair-raising moments and genuine scares, whether you’re touring Boggo Road Goal, one of Brisbane’s oldest cemeteries, or a full Haunted Brisbane tour. Hold on tight to your date as you visit some of the nation’s most historic haunted sites and hear some spine tingling stories.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Ch2\u003E10. Explore the Sunshine Coast Dessert Festival\u003C/h2\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EHit the pavement with your date for a decadent day of excess they won’t soon forget. This February 15, Aussie World will be overtaken by all things dessert when the Sunshine Coast Dessert Festival rolls in.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EWith dessert trucks serving just about every dessert you can name (donuts, dessert pizza, crepes, brownies, waffles, chimney cakes, and ice cream, just to name a few), as well as dessert wine tasting, and the Sunshine Coast Collective of 30+ market stalls, there’s bound to be something sweet to keep your amore occupied.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Ch2\u003E11. Get airborne\u003C/h2\u003E\n\u003Cdiv id=\"attachment_412361\" style=\"width: 701px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"\u003E\u003Cimg aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-412361\" class=\"wp-image-412361 size-standard-landscape\" src=\"https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/circusartsaustralia-circusartsaustralia-691x461.jpg\" alt=\"Circus Arts Brisbane | Valentine’s Day ideas\" width=\"691\" height=\"461\" /\u003E\u003Cp id=\"caption-attachment-412361\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"\u003EPhoto by \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://www.instagram.com/circusartsaustralia/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003E@circusartsaustralia\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EPush yourself and try something completely different with a flying trapeze date at Circus Arts in Brisbane, where you’ll soar through the air in safety and learn some tricks along the way. With friendly coaches offering private sessions, thrill seekers will love this unique Valentine’s Day idea.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EWant to spend Valentine’s Day under a waterfall? Fall in love under \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://blog.queensland.com/2018/01/23/valentines-day-waterfall-dates/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003Ethese\u003C/a\u003E falls in Queensland.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cdiv id=\"geo-post-7663\" class=\"geo geo-post\" style=\"display: none\"\u003E\u003Cspan class=\"latitude\"\u003E-28.01726\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan class=\"longitude\"\u003E153.425699\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/div\u003E","title":"Content",":type":"text/plain","multiValue":false},"date":{"dataType":"calendar","value":1580851780000,"title":"Date",":type":"calendar","multiValue":false},"date_modified":{"dataType":"calendar","value":1580941500000,"title":"Date Modified",":type":"calendar","multiValue":false},"excerpt":{"dataType":"string","value":"\u003Cp\u003ETake the tacky out of Valentine’s Day with this list of cheese-free date ideas.\u003C/p\u003E\n","title":"Excerpt",":type":"text/plain","multiValue":false},"slug":{"dataType":"string","value":"alternative-valentines-day-ideas-in-queensland","title":"Slug",":type":"text/plain","multiValue":false},"featured_image":{"dataType":"string","value":"/content/dam/teq/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/feature-pic-jenny_stieling.jpg","title":"Featured Image",":type":"text/plain","multiValue":false},"post_thumbnail":{"dataType":"string","value":"/content/dam/teq/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/feature-pic-jenny_stieling.jpg","title":"Post Thumbnail",":type":"text/plain","multiValue":false}}},"editorial_introducti":{":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-introduction"},"editorial_hero_banne":{"title":"A local’s guide to the Gold Coast Hinterland","layoutVariation":"standardWidth","tag":{"colour":"#365ABD","text":"Guide"},"breadcrumbItems":[{"active":false,"title":"Home","url":"/content/teq/gb/en/home.html"},{"active":false,"title":"Gold Coast","url":"/content/teq/gb/en/places-to-see/destinations/gold-coast.html"},{"active":true,"title":"How to do the Gold Coast Hinterland","url":"/content/teq/gb/en/places-to-see/destinations/gold-coast/how-to-do-the-gold-coast-hinterland0.html"}],"gallery":{"mediaCollection":[{"mediaType":"image","mediaProps":{"fileFormat":"","sku":"","src":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/gold-coast/blog-images/editorial-hero-banner/2021_GC_OReillysRainforestRetreat_CountryLife_MarcLlewellyn_147786.jpg","alt":"Sunset at O'Reilly's Rainforest Retreat | Gold Coast Hinterland guide","title":" ","link":null,"mobileSrc":"","attribution":null,"quality":60},"mediaPropsSlide":null}]},":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-hero-banner"},"editorialauthor":{"name":"Kim\t Barnard","resourcePath":"/content/teq/gb/en/places-to-see/destinations/gold-coast/how-to-do-the-gold-coast-hinterland0/jcr:content/root/responsivegrid/editorialauthor","publishedDateISO":"2020-06-11T09:26:05.697Z",":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorialauthor","image":{"src":"/home/users/3/3IEIsb4tCaVmiNKJWnUF/profile.profile.image","alt":"Kim\t Barnard"}},"editorial_description":{"text":"\u003Cp\u003EWhen you think of the \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destinations/gold-coast/free-things-to-do\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Free things to do Gold Coast\"\u003EGold Coast\u003C/a\u003E, pristine beaches and highrise buildings probably come to mind. After all, this coastal Queensland city has long been the poster child for sun and sand.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EWhat you might have missed, however, is that 30 minutes from the beach lies a magnificent mountain rainforest—boasting waterfalls, bushwalking trails and charming villages. The \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destinations/gold-coast/gold-coast-hinterland.html\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Gold Coast Hinterland\"\u003EGold Coast Hinterland\u003C/a\u003E, home to Mount Tamborine, the Numinbah Valley and World Heritage-listed Lamington National Park and Springbrook National Park, is home to a lush, green wonderland behind its iconic stretches of golden sand.\u003Cbr\u003E\r\n\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003ETo learn more about this secret natural wonder (and the must-do experiences, activities and dining spots) follow this handy Gold Coast Hinterland guide.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch2\u003EStay\u003C/h2\u003E\r\n","readMoreHeight":0,"richText":true,":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-description"},"image88359fae-ebef-4a09-804c-29b098741705":{"componentName":"teq/components/image","src":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/gold-coast/blog-images/2021_GC_LamingtonNationalPark_OReillysRainforestRetreat_NaturalLandscapes_JesseLindemann_144796.jpg","fileReference":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/gold-coast/blog-images/2021_GC_LamingtonNationalPark_OReillysRainforestRetreat_NaturalLandscapes_JesseLindemann_144796.jpg","alt":"OReilly's Rainforest Retreat | Gold Coast Hinterland guide","srcUriTemplate":"https://www.queensland.com/gb/en/places-to-see/destinations/gold-coast/how-to-do-the-gold-coast-hinterland0/_jcr_content/root/responsivegrid/image88359fae-ebef-4a09-804c-29b098741705.coreimg{.width}.jpeg/1641518491512/2021-gc-lamingtonnationalpark-oreillysrainforestretreat-naturallandscapes-jesselindemann-144796.jpeg","uuid":"1bf078d4-1609-4246-8261-669978cf36e5","lazyEnabled":false,":type":"teq/components/image"},"editorial_descriptio":{"text":"\u003Cp\u003EWhether you're a camper or prefer life's luxuries, travelling with your partner or a group, staying for a night or a week, the Gold Coast Hinterland has so many \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/plan-your-holiday/accommodation/gold-coast-hinterland-accommodation.html/\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Gold Coast Hinterland accommodation\"\u003Eaccommodation options\u003C/a\u003E to suit.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/plan-your-holiday/accommodation/p-56b25d5ed5f1565045d9fb75-oreillys-rainforest-retreat\" target=\"_self\" title=\"O'Reilly's Rainforest Retreat\"\u003EO’Reilly’s Rainforest Retreat\u003C/a\u003E is a pioneer in Australian ecotourism that has been welcoming travellers from near and far since 1926. With a mission to offer guests a place to escape and connect with nature, family and friends, it’s the perfect place to base yourself. Choose a compact mountain-view room, canopy suite or villa to be your base for exploring the hinterland - you can even book a room with its own private spa overlookng the ranges. Be sure to make the most of the abundant activities on offer, such as the Tree Top Walk, Glow Worm Experience, wildlife encounters, and Segway Safari. O'Reilly's is just a one-and-a-half drive from Surfers Paradise; you’ll find it perched at the end of Lamington National Park Road.\u003Cbr\u003E\r\n\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EIf you want to sleep under the stars in an untouched pocket of \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/attractions/p-56b25fd42cbcbe7073ad9b0d-lamington-national-park-green-mountains-section\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Lamington National Park\"\u003ELamington National Park\u003C/a\u003E, go glamping with \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/plan-your-holiday/accommodation/p-56b262892cbcbe7073adcf31-nightfall--camp\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Nightfall Camp\"\u003ENightfall Camp\u003C/a\u003E. Stay in a luxurious safari tent that sits delicately beside the crystal-clear headwaters of Christmas Creek. Breathe in the fresh forest air, soak in a private bathtub, sit in front of the fireplace, and indulge in delicious home-cooked organic food. This glamping experience is the epitome of tranquility and privacy (only eight guests are permitted at a time). Nightfall is a one-and-half drive from Surfers Paradise.\u003Cbr\u003E\r\n\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch2\u003E\u003Cb\u003EAdventure\u003C/b\u003E\u003C/h2\u003E\r\n","readMoreHeight":0,"richText":true,":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-description"},"image08d7e779-dab2-4106-86c3-044dcdbc071f":{"componentName":"teq/components/image","src":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/gold-coast/blog-images/2020_GC_LamingtonNationalPark_MoranFalls_NaturalLandscapes_JesseLindemann_142089.jpg","fileReference":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/gold-coast/blog-images/2020_GC_LamingtonNationalPark_MoranFalls_NaturalLandscapes_JesseLindemann_142089.jpg","alt":"Moran Falls, Lamington National Park | Gold Coast Hinterland guide","srcUriTemplate":"https://www.queensland.com/gb/en/places-to-see/destinations/gold-coast/how-to-do-the-gold-coast-hinterland0/_jcr_content/root/responsivegrid/image08d7e779-dab2-4106-86c3-044dcdbc071f.coreimg{.width}.jpeg/1641518491554/2020-gc-lamingtonnationalpark-moranfalls-naturallandscapes-jesselindemann-142089.jpeg","uuid":"f3689f16-8989-4cd7-b8d0-b00430065fe3","lazyEnabled":false,":type":"teq/components/image"},"editorial_descriptio_235198512":{"text":"\u003Cp\u003EFrom walking tracks to \u003Ca title=\"Gondwana rainforest waterfalls\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/experiences/nature-and-wildlife/gondwana-rainforest-waterfalls\" target=\"_self\"\u003Ewaterfalls\u003C/a\u003E, the \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destinations/gold-coast/how-to-do-the-gold-coast-hinterland\" target=\"_self\" title=\"how to do Gold Coast Hinterland\"\u003EGold Coast Hinterland\u003C/a\u003E is bursting with natural beauty for you to discover.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003ELace up your walking shoes and take on a section of the 54-kilometre \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/plan-your-holiday/journeys/p-56b26249d5f1565045da5fcc-gold-coast-hinterland-great-walk\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Gold Coast Hinterland Great Walk\"\u003EGreat Walk\u003C/a\u003E, which covers parts of the \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/attractions/p-56b25fd42cbcbe7073ad9b0d-lamington-national-park-green-mountains-section\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Lamington National Park\"\u003ELamington \u003C/a\u003Eand \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destination-information/p-56fbab9f1078857a7b0d280f-springbrook\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Springbrook National Park\"\u003ESpringbrook \u003C/a\u003ENational Parks. If you’re an experienced hiker, take on the whole track over three days (or 72 hours). This walking track features the ancient volcanic landscape of the Tweed Volcano and lush rainforest with relicts of \u003Ca title=\"Gondwana Rainforests\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/experiences/nature-and-wildlife/national-parks/explore-gondwana-rainforest-queensland\" target=\"_self\"\u003EGondwana flora and fauna.\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EIf you’re looking for a place to cool off, head to Elabana Falls and swim in the natural pools at the bottom of the waterfall. There's plenty of short and scenic options, so check out this list of \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/adventure/walking-hiking-adventure-queensland/step-into-the-best-gold-coast-hinterland-hiking-trails.html\"\u003Egreat hiking trails\u003C/a\u003E - or head out on \u003Ca title=\"Gondwana Rainforest tours\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/experiences/nature-and-wildlife/gondwana-rainforest-guided-tours\" target=\"_self\"\u003Ea guided tour\u003C/a\u003E and have the locals show you the ropes, from Glow Worm Caves to 4WD adventures. \u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EFor unparalleled views of the Gold Coast Hinterland, make your way to Springbrook's famous lookout, the 'Best of All' track. You can reach the lookout via a short drive; when you arrive, you can park just 150 metres of the clearing. For other ways to explore this park, check out our \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/experiences/nature-and-wildlife/springbrook-national-park.html\" target=\"_self\" title=\"How to do Springbrook National Park\"\u003ESpringbrook how-to guide\u003C/a\u003E.\u003Cbr\u003E\r\n\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch2\u003E\u003Cb\u003EEat\u003C/b\u003E\u003C/h2\u003E\r\n","readMoreHeight":0,"richText":true,":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-description"},"image9fcce60c-a065-456a-99fa-8fd24f0f6511":{"componentName":"teq/components/image","src":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/gold-coast/blog-images/2021_GC_Canungra_OReillysCanungraValleyVineyard_FoodBeverage_TheEditSuite_144996.jpg","fileReference":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/gold-coast/blog-images/2021_GC_Canungra_OReillysCanungraValleyVineyard_FoodBeverage_TheEditSuite_144996.jpg","alt":"O’Reilly’s Canungra Valley Vineyards | Gold Coast Hinterland guide","srcUriTemplate":"https://www.queensland.com/gb/en/places-to-see/destinations/gold-coast/how-to-do-the-gold-coast-hinterland0/_jcr_content/root/responsivegrid/image9fcce60c-a065-456a-99fa-8fd24f0f6511.coreimg{.width}.jpeg/1641518491596/2021-gc-canungra-oreillyscanungravalleyvineyard-foodbeverage-theeditsuite-144996.jpeg","uuid":"1fb890ae-c653-44b7-8ef3-3ecdef2efaa9","lazyEnabled":false,":type":"teq/components/image"},"editorial_descriptio_820721452":{"text":"\u003Cp\u003EHead to the 15-acre \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/food-and-drink/p-56b25ecdd5f1565045da18b1-oreillys-canungra-valley-vineyards\"\u003EO’Reilly’s Canungra Valley Vineyard\u003C/a\u003E for a spot of wining and dining. This award-winning, family-operated vineyard is dedicated to boutique wine and experiential dining. Pre-order a gourmet picnic hamper and sit under the silky oak trees, pull up a chair at the dining room which overlooks 6,000 grape vines, or order a cook-your-own barbeque pack in advance to enjoy good food and stellar views of the Canungra Creek. The creek is home to platypus and turtles, so pause a while and spot the cute locals.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003ELocated 30 minutes north-east of Springbrook, on the \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destination-information/p-56fbabb26c3c7c917bf94d78-mudgeeraba\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Mudgeeraba\"\u003EMudgeeraba\u003C/a\u003E Boomerang Farm Golf Course, is another spot the locals love. Sapphire Bean Coffee Shop serves up a variety of drinks and sweet and savoury treats. Enjoy a delicious coffee, iced drink or smoothie, while taking in the picturesque golfing grounds. \u003Cbr\u003E\r\n\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003ESweet-tooths should beeline to The Fudge Shop, near Purling Brook Falls, and Binna Burra Teahouse is a great spot for a cuppa and meal. The best place for a pie is The Outpost Cafe in Canungra, while you'll find more elevated fare at The Paddock Restaurant at \u003Ca title=\"Hazelwood Estate\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/plan-your-holiday/accommodation/p-60c936d2b3fdbde369b11128-hazelwood-estate\" target=\"_self\"\u003EHazelwood Estate\u003C/a\u003E. Shining light on local produce and beef from their own Wagyu farm, Executive Chef Simon Furley and his team lovingly prepare each plate.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch2\u003EDrink\u003C/h2\u003E\r\n","readMoreHeight":0,"richText":true,":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-description"},"imaged5555a33-5f59-4e22-9cae-f14cf904204f":{"componentName":"teq/components/image","src":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/gold-coast/blog-images/2020_GC_WitchesFallsWinery_142098.jpg","fileReference":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/gold-coast/blog-images/2020_GC_WitchesFallsWinery_142098.jpg","alt":"wine tasting at Witches Falls Winery | Gold Coast Hinterland guide","srcUriTemplate":"https://www.queensland.com/gb/en/places-to-see/destinations/gold-coast/how-to-do-the-gold-coast-hinterland0/_jcr_content/root/responsivegrid/imaged5555a33-5f59-4e22-9cae-f14cf904204f.coreimg{.width}.jpeg/1641518491640/2020-gc-witchesfallswinery-142098.jpeg","uuid":"58575dba-567e-482e-92a7-5f733e636414","lazyEnabled":false,"title":" ",":type":"teq/components/image"},"editorial_descriptio_233267017":{"text":"\u003Cp\u003EWhat would a Gold Coast Hinterland local's guide be without recommendations on where to enjoy a good drink?\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EFor a taste of some of Queensland’s finest wines, nab a picnic table in the leafy garden at \u003Ca title=\"Witches Falls Winery\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/food-and-drink/p-5898fb6e3ffc2c7f59771186-witches-falls-winery-and-cellar-door\" target=\"_self\"\u003EWitches Falls Winery\u003C/a\u003E and enjoy a tasting with some local cheese. 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