Twin Falls Circuit Springbrook

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Posted 2022-12-31 by Chandra Clements ⇒ follow

Looking for a way to bond as a family, see something spectacular, and increase your fitness? Take a hike to Springbrook, an hour into the Gold Coast hinterland, to conquer the Twin Falls Circuit . Before passing behind two waterfalls, you will wander through magnificent and ancient cave structures, fern-filled rainforests, and brush box trees. The scenery will keep your camera in hand and a swim at the base of the waterfalls will refresh your mind as much as your body.

I made the brave, and perhaps slightly crazy decision, to take my seven, five, and one-year-old on this National Park Circuit. We packed swimmers, towels, and some snacks and set out on a slightly overcast day under the presence of a moody mist. As we wandered past the lookouts and natural water features, my one-year-old commented on every bird noise he heard. He pointed at moss on the trees, froze in awe of the huge rock cleft that became part of the walk, and basically confirmed that hiking is not just an activity for older children.

My five and seven-year-olds asked questions about every different colour, smell, and incline. They were thrilled at the ability to pass behind the two waterfalls at the base of the walk and were quick to grab mum's phone to take pictures so they would not forget this experience. I will admit that I was keen to snap the scenery from every angle and so there was a tussle between photographers. At just under 4km for the round trip, I was also pleased that we had chosen such a mild day as I can imagine that on hotter days the trip back from the waterfall and up the hill can be a sweaty one.

At the beginning/end of the circuit, you will find an oasis of picnic tables and toilet facilities. I was so impressed at how clean these facilities were and happy to see so many families out and about enjoying the picnic tables. This reminds me - go early if you want to grab a table as they are hot property.

The falls are located off the Tallanbana picnic area or the Canyon lookout. Walking shoes, hats, sunscreen, cameras, swimmers and towels, snacks, and water are all needed. Allow around two hours or more to truly immerse yourself in the oldest-ever carbon-dated trees on the Australian mainland. Be warned that part of the walk is fenced and parts are not so intense supervision of young children is required as the path is along very steep drops. However, if you are willing to tackle this challenge, your young people will thank you for it. A definite school holiday must-do!