Best Lookouts
To get views off the mountain, you need to travel to the edges of Tamborine Mountain as the mountain top is actually a plateau. There are a few main lookouts you can easily access, as well as lookouts which are found in the National Parks.
Lookouts:
Hang Gliders ‘Rotary Lookout’ and the famous Hang Gliders launching site are both situated on Main Western Road, Tamborine Mountain, and look out towards the west.
The Beacon Lookout is situated at the end of Beacon Road, looking towards the west and out to Brisbane – there is limited parking here.
Some of the bushwalking tracks also have lookout points – such as The Knoll National Park (which looks out towards Brisbane) and Witches Falls National Park.
Pubs with views:
These look out more towards the East-
EagleHtsHotelEagle Heights Mountain Resort
Eagle Heights Mountain Resort has a beer garden in which you can relax, have a drink and enjoy the 180° views looking towards the Gold Coast. They are situated on Tamborine-Oxenford Road.
St Bernards-Guanaba GorgeSt Bernards Hotel
St Bernards Hotel has stunning views that look over the Guanaba Gorge. You can even see the Gold Coast Skyline from their patio. Wonder around their beautiful gardens, and stop for a meal or a cool drink while taking in the view. St Bernards Hotel is situated on Alpine Terrace in Mount Tamborine.