Best of All Lookout
A spectacular Springbrook lookout famed for its ancient Antarctic beech trees and sweeping hinterland views, rated 4.8.
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Why it's worth checking out
Best of All Lookout sits at the southern edge of Springbrook National Park, high in the Gold Coast hinterland, and lives up to its name with sweeping views across the ranges and out toward the coast. On a clear day the outlook stretches for miles, taking in the rim of an ancient volcanic caldera.
The short walk to the lookout passes through a grove of rare Antarctic beech trees — living remnants of the cool-climate forests that once covered the supercontinent of Gondwana — which makes the visit as fascinating as it is scenic. It's a cool, green world away from the beaches below and a highlight of any trip into the Springbrook plateau.
With a 4.8 rating from more than 1,400 reviews, it's a firmly established favourite among visitors. The hinterland weather can change quickly and views depend on the conditions, and access and track information vary, so it's worth checking current national park details before you make the drive up — and taking warm layers, as it's noticeably cooler at altitude than on the coast.
Reviewed by Iyan B.
Good to know
- Located within Springbrook National Park; check park access conditions before visiting
- Accessible via Repeater Station Road in the Springbrook area
- Highly rated by visitors with 4.8 stars across 1411 reviews
- Weather and visibility will significantly affect view quality
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Practical details
Opening hours
Closed- Monday
- Closed
- Tuesday
- Closed
- WednesdayToday
- Closed
- Thursday
- Closed
- Friday
- Closed
- Saturday
- Closed
- Sunday
- 00:00 – 23:59
Spot Score
- Reputation
- 91
- Popularity
- 95
- Information quality
- 30
- Category fit
- 70
- Freshness
- 30
Our independent editorial score — not a user rating.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Best of All Lookout located?+
Best of All Lookout is located in Springbrook National Park on Repeater Station Road in the Springbrook area near Surfers Paradise, Gold Coast.
What views does the lookout offer?+
The lookout provides panoramic views across the surrounding national park forest with sightlines extending toward Byron Bay.
Is Best of All Lookout free to visit?+
As a national park lookout point, it is open to public access. However, confirm current access conditions with Springbrook National Park before visiting.
What is the visitor rating?+
Best of All Lookout is highly rated with 4.8 stars based on 1411 visitor reviews.
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