National Park Guide
Maleny National Park is a significant conservation area situated in the Sunshine Coast Hinterland, Queensland. This national park is characterized by its lush subtropical rainforests, open eucalypt forests, and vital ecological corridors that connect to other protected areas. The terrain features rolling hills and dense vegetation, providing a natural setting for outdoor pursuits. The park and its immediate surroundings offer opportunities for several sports like hiking, jogging, mountain biking, and touring cycling.
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31
Routes
4.5
(51)
Average rating
970
People visited

4.8
(29)
434
hikers
4.63km
01:25
160m
160m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(2)
42
hikers
6.20km
02:00
240m
240m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
(4)
11
hikers
7.74km
02:10
150m
150m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

3.0
(1)
129
hikers
2.71km
00:48
80m
80m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.0
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36
runners
36.2km
04:50
900m
890m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

22
runners
17.4km
02:44
550m
550m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

9
runners
8.71km
01:08
210m
210m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

7
runners
6.89km
00:53
130m
130m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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10
riders
120km
12:00
2,390m
2,390m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

6
riders
26.8km
02:27
380m
380m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

3
riders
51.6km
04:40
870m
870m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

5
riders
39.2km
04:07
980m
980m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

3
riders
45.8km
03:09
780m
780m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

3
riders
93.6km
06:17
1,400m
1,400m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

2
riders
28.4km
01:51
380m
380m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Maleny National Park and its surrounding area offer various outdoor activities, including Hiking, Jogging, Mountain biking, and Touring cycling. The komoot page for Maleny National Park aggregates more than 30 routes across these sports. These routes have an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from more than 800 visitors.
The most popular hiking trail is the Kondalilla Falls Circuit, a 2.9-mile (4.6 km) route with an average rating of 4.8 stars. Other notable options include the Mapleton Falls National Park & Sunshine Coast Hinterland Great Walk loop, which is 4.8 miles (7.7 km) long. For more options, consult the Hiking in Maleny National Park guide.
Yes, there are easy hiking trails available. The Kondalilla Falls Circuit is rated as easy and is 2.9 miles (4.6 km) long. Another easy option is the Kondalilla Rock Pool – Obi Valley Lookout loop, which covers 1.7 miles (2.7 km). More easy routes can be found in the Easy hikes in Maleny National Park guide.
Popular jogging routes include the Rock Pools loop from Flaxton, a moderate 2.9-mile (4.6 km) route. For more challenging runs, the Mount Thilba Thalba – Thilba Thalba Viewpoint loop is a difficult 22.5-mile (36.2 km) option. Additional jogging trails are listed in the Running Trails in Maleny National Park guide.
Yes, the Maleny National Park area offers mountain biking trails. A moderate option is the Oaky Creek Lookout – Mapleton Falls National Park loop, which is 16.5 miles (26.6 km) long. For experienced riders, the Mt Allan Fire Tower loop offers a difficult 74.6-mile (120 km) ride. More routes can be found in the MTB Trails in Maleny National Park guide.
Touring cyclists can explore routes like the difficult Booloumba Lookout loop from Cambroon, spanning 24.3 miles (39.2 km). Another challenging option is the Le Relais Bressan loop from Kenilworth, which is 58.2 miles (93.6 km). For a comprehensive list, refer to the Cycling in Maleny National Park guide.
The region features lush subtropical rainforests, open eucalypt forests, and numerous waterfalls such as Kondalilla Falls and Mapleton Falls. Visitors can also experience panoramic views of the Glass House Mountains from various lookouts. Obi Obi Creek flows through the area, offering opportunities for platypus spotting.
Routes in the Maleny National Park area range from easy to difficult. Easy routes are typically under 3 miles (5 km), while moderate routes can be up to 16 miles (26 km). Difficult routes can extend over 20 miles (32 km) and include significant elevation changes, catering to experienced outdoor enthusiasts.
Yes, komoot offers several guides for the area. These include Hiking in Maleny National Park, Easy hikes in Maleny National Park, and Waterfall hikes in Maleny National Park. Guides are also available for Running Trails, MTB Trails, and Cycling.
Maleny National Park is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 800 visitors having recorded activities in the area. The routes available have received an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 45 ratings. The most popular route, Kondalilla Falls Circuit, has been completed by over 400 visitors.
Maleny National Park is managed as part of Queensland's park system. General information for Queensland's parks and forests can be found on the Department of Environment, Science and Innovation website. The general phone number for Queensland Parks and Forests is 13 74 68.

