Mount Glorious, Queensland: The highlight of the d’Aguilar Range?

Mount Glorious in the d’Aguilar Range west of Brisbane offers rainforest walks in the Maiala section of the d’Aguilar National Park and spectacular views from the Wivenhoe Lookout.

Head west of Brisbane and it gets hilly rather quickly. Queensland’s d’Aguilar Range spreads just past the western edge of the city’s suburbia, offering a fabulous range of rainforest walks.

Mount Glorious is arguably the most attractive village in the d’Aguilar Range, partly because getting there involves a fun drive along a winding mountain road.

There are a few cafés and art studios in and around Mount Glorious, but you really come here for the scenery.

Mt Glorious walks: Rainforest Circuit and Greenes Falls Track

The obvious highlight of Mount Glorious is the Maiala section of the d’Aguilar National Park. There are several spots set aside here for picnics and barbecues, plus a series of walking trails on the mountain.

The best Mt Glorious walks in the Maiala section of the d’Aguilar National Park include the Rainforest Circuit. 2km long, easy-going and suitable for children, the Rainforest Circuit offers a fabulous opportunity to spot native wildlife. Tiger quolls, angle-headed dragons and red-legged pademelons are often spotted around here.

To extend the walk, the Cypress Grove Track branches off the Rainforest circuit. It’s 2.5km return and suitable for all ages, too.

For something a little bit tougher (but not too much), try the Greenes Falls Track. This starts off following the Rainforest Circuit from the Maiala day use area. It’s 4.3km return, but can be hard work on the uphill stretch towards the end.

Wivenhoe Lookout in d’Aguilar National Park

A little further north along the winding road from Mount Glorious is perhaps the best single spot in the d’Aguilar National Park. The Wivenhoe Lookout offers fabulous views out over the rainforest towards Lake Wivenhoe, the largest lake in South-East Queensland. It’s a man-made lake, created by the Wivenhoe Dam, but it’s still a spectacular craggy streak of blue water amid the lush green forest.