The waterfall
Through the cave roof.
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A natural rock arch and cave in ancient rainforest in Springbrook National Park, in the Gold Coast's mountain hinterland, where a waterfall plunges through a hole in the cave roof into a pool below, an enchanting scene like a fantasy world. The park is part of the UNESCO-listed Gondwana Rainforests, remnants of the forests that covered the ancient supercontinent millions of years ago. A short paved loop walk reaches the cave through giant trees, ferns and streams. It is loveliest at night, when thousands of glow-worms light the cave walls with twinkling blue dots like stars; visitors come after dark on guided tours or on their own, switching off their torches out of respect. Entry is free and swimming in the pool is forbidden. It is a day trip from the coast by car on winding mountain roads, combined with Springbrook's other falls and lookouts.
Through the cave roof.
Night stars.
Gondwana forests.
Springbrook National Park, Gold Coast hinterland, about an hour from the beaches
After dark, inside the cave, with torches switched off.