This excellent 4WD destination is accessible all year round unless there has been big rains. Inform yourself locally before setting off. The rain season is from january to march. The Border Ranges are a world heritage listed rainforest remnant on the edge of an ancient volcano system. The ranges neighbour the just as fantastic 4WD destination Lamington National Park in Queensland.

The Border Ranges National Park are part of the largest volcano caldera in the southern hemisphere. In the same caldera is the McPhersons range, the Nightcap National Park and the Springbrook Plateau.

When heading into the area, bring warm clothes as you are up in higher altitude and the weather can quickly turn cold. Most 4WD tracks are spectacular but not particularly demanding. Bring your walking gear as there are plenty of trails you do not want to miss.

The Eastern Part of the Border Ranges

The eastern part of the Border Ranges is the most accessible to 4WD vehicles and motorists. Start with the spectacularly scenic drive along the Tween Range to give you an impressive view of the park. The road is very steep, do not attempt to tackle it with trailers. We recommend to stop at the Sheep Station Creek camping area and set off on foot for the Booyong walk which takes you to the Forest Tops area. There is plenty of other walks to enjoy. Forest Tops is another place you can camp and it is accessible by road, not just walking trail.

Next we recommend the Brindle creek hiking trail which takes you the the Northern lookout where you can see across the QLD border into Lamington National Park. There is plenty of other short and longer walks in the area. Stop for the Tweed valley Lookout which is amongst the most spectacular viewpoints on the Tweed Range route. Don't miss out on the Pinnacle Lookout another short walk off the track. You will have an excellent view onto Mount Warning and the nearby coast of Tweed Heads. There is plenty more to see on this scenic drive with more picnic areas and walking trails along the way.

The Central Part of the Border Ranges

To get to the central part you arrive by Lions Road turning off the Kyogle to Woodenbong Road about 20km north of Kyogle. In case you come from Brisbane to your Border Ranges 4WD adventure we suggest the very scenic and idyllic route via Rathdowney down south to Woodenbong. Starting point outside of Ipswich or South of Beaudesert. There is only one picnic area along the Lions road - the Border Loop Picnic Area just after passing the QLD border, however there is plenty of facilities and restaurants further into NSW. You want to stop at the Border Loop Picnic area for the view onto the famous loop railway and the simply stunning vista.

The Western Park of the Border Ranges

This area is only accessible by foot and very remote indeed. More than a 4WD destination it is real hiking adventure country. You can take in the skyline of the area by driving along the Kyogle to Woodenbong Road passing the spectacular Mount Lindesay.

No accommodation is available anywhere within the Border Ranges National park so unless you plan to camp at Forest Tops or Sheepstation Creek you will have to return to one of the closeby town centres liket Kyogle or Murwillumbah. No park entry or camping fees need to be payed.