Currumbin Valley
Currumbin Valley is the ‘Green Soul’ of the Southern Gold Coast. Bounded by sheer escarpments, the valley is dotted with crystal clear creeks and rock pools, cascading waterfalls and picnic spots. The Mt Cougal section of the Springbrook National Park, which forms part of the globally recognized Green Cauldron, is a highlight of this ecologically-rich valley, which happens to be world heritage listed sub-tropical rainforest. It is also the northern rim of a massive Mt Warning Caldera, which stretches from Byron Bay in the South to the Great Dividing Range in the west.
Mount Cougal's twin peaks have a significant place in stories told by the Yugambeh people, who inhabited the area's mountains and valleys for thousands of years. The park protects valuable wildlife habitat and a diverse range of animals. It is the most easterly known location of the Lamington Spiny Cray.
The Valley is home to The Ecovillage at Currumbin, which has won 24 International, National, State and Local awards ranging from UDIA National - Award For Environmental Excellence to United Nations Assoc World Environment Day Awards for its leadership and excellence in Sustainable Living Developments.
Currumbin Valley has many hidden treasures, from scenic drives to Murwillimbah via Mount Tomewin to roadside stalls offering fresh produce, to picnic areas, bush walks, health camps, markets held on the last Sunday of each month and home-stays.
See Southern Gold Coast for more information on Currumbin Valley.