Best Nature and Parks (RV, National, Dog, etc) in Burleigh Heads

"Springbrook National Park is great for nature lovers with terrific walking trails and a string of spectacular lookouts, each one making it feel like you’ve reached the world’s edge. The highest lookout on the plateau, ‘Best of All Lookout’, lives up to its name with impressive views to Mount Warning and the valleys below. A short drive down the road you’ll find the Goomoolahra Picnic Area, an ideal spot for a barbecue lunch accompanied by the sound of tumbling water."

"This breathtaking site is located in the Gold Coast Hinterland, just 45 minutes’ drive from the region’s glittering arc of beaches. Take a walk through the wilderness to find waterfalls, lookouts, wildlife and UNESCO World Heritage Sites. The hinterland is close enough for a day trip, so make sure you stick around in Springbook National Park‘s Natural Bridge to see the glow worms light up the cave at night."

"The Gold Coast’s not all about bling, surf and theme parks – the expansive hinterland provides lush rainforest to go with all that golden sand. And the Unesco World Heritage-listed Springbrook National Park is one of its highlights, home to a dense forest and rich diversity of bird life, perched on an ancient volcano. Don’t miss the highly Instagrammable Natural Bridge cave and waterfall."

"When you are searching "where is the Gold Coast?", you can see that this is one of the Gold Coast places that you must visit. This park is located on the Plateau of Lamington, Queensland fringe, Australia, spread over 51,000 sections. It is one of the famous places in Gold Coast with its natural environment, pure mountains, strolling tracks, birdlife, enormous trees, and rainforest."

"Part of the Gondwana Rainforests of Australia World Heritage Area, Lamington National Park is famous for its beautiful waterfalls, walking trails and camping areas. And it's not all about wilderness here. As with many Australian protected areas, there are accommodation and eating places within the park."

"Another spectacular National Park within an hour’s drive of the Gold Coast. Walk through lush rainforests and be in awe of the ancient trees. Lamington National Park has extensive walking tracks which makes this Gondwana Rainforest of Australia World Heritage Area an outstanding place to visit."

"Although the Gold Coast includes 20 different beaches along its 57-kilometre swathe of coastline, it’s Surfers Paradise that is one of Australia’s most famous. Known for its golden sand and highly distinctive skyscrapers, families can enjoy a swim between the flags before heading into Surfers itself. There are heaps of places to grab a bite to eat, or check out some of the 100 stalls at the weekly beachfront markets."

"The David Fleay Wildlife Park offers a relatively inexpensive way to get your kids interested in the care, conservation and welfare of the wildlife commonly found on the Gold Coast and further afield in Australia. As an education-focused heritage-listed park, it offers a quieter, more easily accessible alternative to some of the bigger parks in the area, especially if you’re pushing a pram. Click here for their website."

"It is the only nature park on the Gold Coast housing live platypus. Yet, the David Fleay Wildlife Park is also home to fresh and saltwater crocodiles, snakes, lizards, kangaroos, koalas, tree kangaroos, gliders and butterflies. It’s also an excellent place for the kids to spot native birds including jabiru, brolgas, owls and cassowaries."

"This not-so-secret swimming hole is just 15-minutes inland from Currumbin Beach and the perfect place to escape the crowds. Here in the valley, kids swing on ropes and leap off ledges into the cool, fresh water while parents lounge in the sun. Dogs are welcome and there are picnic tables, a barbecue area, toilets and a local convenience store just across the road."

"Drive 15 minutes west of the highway, from Coolangatta, and you’ll find yourself at the Currumbin Rock Pools. Just one of the awesome swimming holes in this area, you’ll feel like you’re far, far away from the gorgeous Gold Coast. The water can be a bit chilly, but it’s lovely when you finally get in."

"The drive to Currumbin Rock Pools is almost as refreshing as the water itself. The road winds through lush forests and small country farms and cafés. You’ll feel like you’re hours away from the city life even though it’s a short twenty-minute drive."

"Acting as the initial symbol many international and interstate visitors will have upon arriving at the Gold Coast by plane, Coolangatta is the area where the main stretch of continuous beach that reaches up to Main Beach in the north begins. Its two main beaches - Greenmount Beach and Rainbow Bay - are the Gold Coast's only north-facing beaches which helps to provide excellent, sheltered conditions that are ideal for swimming. A stroll around the point to nearby Snapper Rocks can also give you an increased chance of seeing whales passing on their annual migration throughout the year's cooler months."

"Coolangatta Beach is renowned for its casual culture and relaxed vibe. The schooner Coolangatta was wrecked here in 1846, which gave this beach its name. This quaint little suburb exudes old-school charm in the beachside and is one of the quiet beaches in Gold Coast."

"Currumbin is a beautiful beach that has a distinct aura from the other beaches in Gold coast. The majestic waterway of the Currumbin Creek is linked to pristine, beautiful rainforest mountains of Queensland in the west. With a fabulous right-hand surf break for the longboard surf riders, this beach is a real paradise for the adventure lovers."

"A beautiful white sand beach which is most famous for it’s sunsets. With sweeping views over the coastline, this is a fantastic local beach off the tourist trail with spectacular views and less crowds. With sweeping views over the coastline, this is a fantastic local beach off the tourist trail with spectacular views and less crowds."

"If your kids want to try their hands at catch and release fishing, then a day trip to Ecopark will be a perfect outing for them. Ecopark also offers farm stay experiences and camp outs, as well as facilities suitable for conferences and birthday parties. Check their website here."

"A beach much quieter than Coolangatta or Surfers Paradise, Tugun is a very relaxed beach surrounded by great options for Surf Clubs, Leagues Clubs, Golf Clubs, cafes and restaurants. Gold Coast surf beaches. A popular beach for walkers."

"This resort on the isle's northwestern side has waterside rooms on stilts, eco-cabins set in bushland, a private marina and a lap pool. There are plenty of family-friendly activities on offer, including SUP board..."

"If you love pizza, you’re gonna want the lowdown from the gang at new cucina on the Broadbeach block, The Italian Connection Pizzeria on Gold Coast Highway. Join the famiglia at this mafia-inspired jo..."

"First up, we have Alfresco Italian Restaurant at the top of our list. This top-notch Italian restaurant is just two minutes away from Gold Coast’s Skypoint Observation Deck. You will surely feel right at home in this family-owned and operated restaurant that serves up mouth-watering Italian classics."

"Open for dinner every night from 5 until 10, Alfresco Italian Restaurant comes highly recommended from locals. Tasty food, great service, options to book online and plenty of family-based accommodations. Cheap eats, awesome old fashioned-flavours and the right ‘vibe’ for a perfect family night out."

"This lively, family-run restaurant is perfect for the whole family. Alfresco prides themselves for making customers feel like they are a part of their family. The Italian restaurant has classic menu to suit all tastebuds."

"Down the southern end, Burgster in Palm Beach has got you covered. These guys take your classic faves and give them a tasty makeover. While we drool over pretty much every item on their menu, we can’t go past their Ugly Burger—buttermilk chicken, cheese, pickles, lettuce, onion, jalapeno mayo and HOT dust."

"We are a family owned boutique burger restaurant, tucked away in the back streets of Palm Beach QLD 4221. Started as a dream and idea, to have something cool & stylish the south end of the coast as we lived in the neighbourhood prior to opening, whilst keeping the approach very...See More"

"The shopping experience at Chevron Renaissance is very similar to Melbourne’s shopping markets, giving you a chance to buy everything you would shop from Melbourne, without actually visiting the city. With lots of new and old fashion boutiques thrown open to tourists, Chevron is a bustling shopping centre and is also gradually becoming the food hub of Gold Coast. You will also find lots of street food stalls, quaint cafes and bars where you can sit for a while before you start going around the markets again."

"Chevron Renaissance Shopping Centre is a medium-sized shopping centre located in Surfers Paradise which boasts a number of fashion and accessory stores. Chevron Renaissance Shopping Centre also has a number of cafes and..."

"Robina Town Centre is the Gold Coast's premier retail and leisure destination having recently gone under major renovations. Discover a wealth of shopping choices with David Jones as well as Big W, Target, Kmart, Coles, two Woolworths Supermarkets and over 300 specialty stores. The centre is also home to a new world-class fashion mall featuring some of Australia's most iconic brands such as SABA, Carla Zampatti, CUE, Country Road, David Lawrence, Sportscraft and more."

"With over 400 stores to choose from, Robina Town Centre is one of the largest shopping destinations on the Coast. You’ll find all the go-tos here like Sephora, Myer, David Jones, and H&M; you’ll also find popular retail brands and locally owned designer boutiques like the super stylish Issue 1. Tech-heads will be in their element at the city’s only Apple flagship, and as for the kids?"

"Robina Town Centre is one of the largest shopping centres on the Gold Coast; featuring over 350 retail shops that includes Coles, David Jones, Woolworths, Big W, Myer, Kmart, Target and Event Cinemas."

"Discover a world of shopping, dining, fun and entertainment right in the heart of Surfers Paradise. Located opposite Australia's most popular tourist beach, the Paradise Centre has over 110 specialty stores offering a relaxed holiday shopping experience, conveniently located to all central holiday accommodation, apartments and hotels."

"On the Gold Coast, the choices of shopping centres are close to endless. Paradise Centre is located in the famous Cavill Mall, adjacent to Surfers Paradise Boulevard. Paradise Centre features a huge shopping arena with..."

"Paradise Centre, the largest Shopping Centre in Surfers Paradise, is located on the corner of Surfers Paradise Boulevard and Cavill Mall and boasts a 100 metre frontage opposite the world famous Surfers Paradise Beach."