You will be confronted by breathtaking views of the Pacific Ocean black basalt rock formations with crashing waves. 

The southern end of the Gold Coast feature’s such a variety of landscapes & seascapes.

Within minutes you can be in tropical rainforest or be viewing the Gold Coast in both directions from an elevated vantage point without paying a cent!

Just a little sweat and exercise…. Burleigh Headland National Park has become a very popular walk over the last few years, especially for serious runners and walkers.

The Headland features a variety of terrains which excite those who want to get fit or maintain their fitness level.  So watch out for runners they come up quick and flash by before you can turn around.

There are various pathways you can take. For example, the Ocean View Circuit (1.3 km one way) or the rainforest circuit (2.3 km return).

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Route at a glance:

Suitable for: Short runs (Less than 5 km), Medium runs (5 - 15 km)
Surface: Gravel, Tarmac, Pavement
Profile: Moderate
Suitable for night runs? No


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