Burleigh Heads is a famous tourist hotspot in and of itself – famous for surfers mostly, but the sights of pine trees and the modern dining options are also a fair draw for many visitors. One of the biggest attractions apart from these is the National Park, which is considered a highlight of the area and the Gold Coast itself.
History
The aboriginal people were the first to live on this land – thriving for countless generations and living in harmony with the sacred site of Tallebudgera Creek. Since the 1800s however, it was settled by government surveyor J.R Warner, who named the area “Burly Head” of its size.
Features
Covering over 27 hectares, the park consists of rainforests, groves, grassland, creeks, and beaches. With all this, you can almost consider the park an ecosystem or two of its own! While visiting, one may have the pleasure of witnessing varied wildlife, ranging from various birds of prey to the majestic humpback whale that broaches the ocean surface during Winter and Spring – making it a great place to visit from most serviced apartments in the Gold Coast.
Management
Having been set aside as a reserve initially in 1886, it was considered a rare act of forethought in consideration for its preservation and was then gazetted as a national park in 1947. It remains the only Gold Coast headland that holds its natural state in any sort of substantial manner.
Safety Concerns
While it’s an easy visit from a luxury property such as the Avani Broadbeach Residences, you should be careful visiting as there are several hazards to watch out for. Part of the natural geology consists of massive basalt columns – with boulder movement sparsely occurring. Although these places are marked, they should still be taken on with caution, as life-threatening boulder falls occurred as recently as 2014. It can also get quite heated, and sunscreen as well as plentiful water is recommended when visiting.
