Kweebani Cave

Starting near the information centre on Binna Burra Road, Beechmont, this return walk takes you through the scenic rainforest to visit the caves of Lamington National Park. As you’re walking through the dense forest teeming with wildlife, you’ll be met by the Kweebani Cave. The Yugambeh people who lived here before used to cook their prey here, thus named it ‘Kweebani’, meaning ‘I cook’. As you explore the Gold Coast hinterland, keep an eye out for various bird species such as the Eastern Bristlebird and the Australian Logrunner. Even if you don’t have the chance to spot a rare bird, the sight of a fluffy koala wandering about can still make your day. Expect to see impressive views over the Hinze Dam and the mountain ranges as well. Look out for snakes sunning themselves, and keep children in control just in case. Keep in mind that this trip involves a lot of steps Let us begin by acknowledging the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Safer Bushwalks Tips on staying safe on track
Before you start any bushwalk ensure you;
• Tell someone you trust where you are going and what to do if you are overdue
• Have adequate equipment, supplies, skills & knowledge for the whole journey
• Consider the impact of weather forecasts, park/track closures & fire dangers
• Can respond to emergencies & call for help at any point
• Are healthy and fit enough for this journey
If not, change plans and stay safe. It is okay to delay and ask people for help.

Getting There Transport options and directions

Start	At the intersection of Caves Circuit & Binna Burra Road (-28.1938505,153.1842491)
Mode	Car
Directions	From Pacific Motorway, M1 Turn on to then drive for 490 m Turn left onto Gilston Road and drive for another 1.7 km At roundabout, take exit 3 onto McLaren Road and drive for another 670 m At roundabout, take exit 2 onto McLaren Road and drive for another 530 m At roundabout, take exit 2 onto McLaren Road and drive for another 820 m At roundabout, take exit 2 onto McLaren Road and drive for another 185 m Continue onto McLaren Road and drive for another 370 m Keep right onto Beaudesert - Nerang Road, 90, 8 and drive for another 175 m Continue onto Nerang - Murwillumbah Road, 97 and drive for another 2.9 km Turn right onto Beechmont Road, 84 and drive for another 18.5 km At roundabout, take exit 2 onto Binna Burra Road, 84 and drive for another 8.9 km

Track Notes Turn by turn instructions & maps

Getting started
From Binna Burra Road(45 metres north of the Parks and Wildlife Information Centre), head towards the green “Caves Circuit” sign next to a white “National park” sign along the concrete path. Leave the paved road and head along the well-formed walking track between the said signs as it leads you into the woodland. Follow the said track(Caves Circuit) towards the Barrabareen Creek to continue along Kweebani Cave Track.....

Terrain Know the Hills, grading & facilities

Kweebani Cave

Grading

	Class 3/6 Moderate track
Length	5.5 km
Time	2 h to 4 h

Quality of track	Clear and well formed track or trail (2/6)
Gradient	Short steep hills (3/6)
Signage	Clearly signposted (2/6)
Infrastructure	Generally useful facilities (such as fenced cliffs and seats) (2/6)
Experience Required	No experience required (2/6)
Weather	Weather generally has little impact on safety (2/6)

Some facilities on route

Toilet: There is one 15 m from the start.

Order of key facilities on route

Item	From Start	Name & link to notes
Toilet	15 m	[toilet]

Weather & Alerts Check forecasts & closures
Weather Forecast
- Coolangatta Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun
  
  Sunday 24 November
  
  Mostly clear.
  
  Clear. Winds east to northeasterly 15 to 20 km/h becoming light in the evening.
  
  Monday 25 November
  
  19°C → 26°C
  Partly cloudy.
  20% chance of rain
  
  Partly cloudy. The chance of fog inland in the early morning. Slight chance of a shower in the north in the morning. Near zero chance of rain elsewhere. Light winds becoming easterly 15 to 20 km/h in the middle of the day then becoming light in the evening. Overnight temperatures falling to between 15 and 19 with daytime temperatures reaching around 30.
  
  Fire Danger Rating: Moderate
  
  UV Alert: Sun protection 7:30am to 3:40pm, UV Index predicted to reach 11 [Extreme]
  
  Tuesday 26 November
  
  19°C → 27°C
  Partly cloudy.
  20% chance of rain
  
  Partly cloudy. Slight chance of a shower. Light winds becoming northeasterly 15 to 20 km/h in the early afternoon then becoming light in the evening. Overnight temperatures falling to between 15 and 19 with daytime temperatures reaching around 30.
  
  Wednesday 27 November
  
  20°C → 28°C
  Possible shower.
  40% chance of rain
  0 → 2mm
  
  Partly cloudy. Medium chance of showers, most likely in the morning and afternoon. Light winds becoming northeasterly 15 to 20 km/h during the afternoon then becoming light during the evening. Overnight temperatures falling to between 17 and 20 with daytime temperatures reaching around 30.
  
  Thursday 28 November
  
  22°C → 29°C
  Shower or two.
  50% chance of rain
  0 → 3mm
  
  Partly cloudy. Medium chance of showers. The chance of a thunderstorm inland. Light winds becoming northeasterly 15 to 20 km/h during the afternoon then becoming light during the evening. Overnight temperatures falling to around 20 with daytime temperatures reaching around 30.
  
  Friday 29 November
  
  22°C → 29°C
  Shower or two.
  60% chance of rain
  0 → 10mm
  
  Shower or two.
  
  Saturday 30 November
  
  22°C → 29°C
  Showers.
  80% chance of rain
  0 → 20mm
  
  Showers.
  
  Sunday 1 December
  
  22°C → 29°C
  Shower or two.
  70% chance of rain
  0 → 15mm
  
  Shower or two.
  
  Forecast data thanks to © Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Alerts
- Lamington National Park alerts
  Partial track closure - Coomera circuit. (update)
  As a result of severe weather damage, a section of the Coomera circuit will remain temporarily closed until declared safe. Affected parks: Lamington National Park
  Temporary walking track closure - Lower Bellbird track. (update 28 Oct)
  Due to the potential for rock fall associated with construction works on private property above the Lower Bellbird track, a section of the walking track will be temporarily closed between Rankins Paddock and the junction of the Ships Stern circuit until further notice, to ensure visitor safety. Affected parks: Lamington National Park; Gold Coast Hinterland Great Walk
  Severe weather damage - Advisory notice - Albert River circuit. (update)
  As a result of severe weather damage, there are multiple fallen trees on the Albert River circuit. The majority of the fallen trees are between the second turn off on the Border track and Echo Point. Affected parks: Lamington National Park
  Temporary closure - (Lost World - Creek and Lost World - Saddle) remote bush campsites.
  As a result of a planned burn, the Lost World - Creek and Lost World - Saddle remote bush camp sites will remain temporarily closed for public safety. Affected parks: Lamington National Park
  Partial track closure - West Canungra Creek circuit (update 27 Sep)
  Due to significant fallen trees and landslide which is obstructing the track and impeding safe visitor access, the West Canungra Creek circuit in the Green Mountains section of Lamington National Park is only partially open in a clockwise direction to Yerralahla Pool (Blue Pool). Walkers must return the same way. Affected parks: Lamington National Park
  
  Alert kindly provided by © Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service

Weather Forecast

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