Mount Barney National Park

Mount Barney National Park, located approximately 120 km southwest of Brisbane, is renowned for its rugged peaks, including Mount Barney, Mount Maroon, and Mount May. As the second-highest peak in South East Queensland, Mount Barney offers challenging hikes with awe-inspiring views. The park's diverse ecosystems range from open forests at the foothills to subtropical rainforests above 600 meters, providing habitats for rare species like the endangered Mt Maroon wattle and the near-threatened bell-fruited mallee. Visitors can enjoy activities such as hiking, rock climbing, and camping, with facilities including information shelters, lookouts, parking areas, and toilets. The park is part of the Gondwana Rainforests of Australia World Heritage Area, emphasizing its global ecological significance.