The Pyramid

GPS Tracks

Pyramid Track (KML)

Grab some magnificent views from the first of Girraween's dominating Pyramids. If the climb doesn't take your breath away, the views of Balancing Rock, Second Pyramid and over Girraween National Park will.

Lookouts

Bird Watching

Picnic Facilities

BBQ

Toilets

Scrambling or Climbing

No Dogs Permitted

Rainforest

1075m

Maximum Elevation

200m

Total Climb

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Getting there:

Girraween NP is situated approximately 260km by road south-west of Brisbane. To reach the park, turn off the New England Highway 26km south of Stanthorpe or 30km north of Tenterfield onto Pyramids Road. The winding bitumen road continues a further 9km east through the Wyberba Valley to the park's Information Centre and day use picnic area.

An alternative road from Stanthorpe to Girraween via Eukey and Storm King Dam has some gravel sections.

Maps:

Girraween National Park

Route/Trail notes:

Follow the signposted track starting from the day use and picnic area. The track crosses over the creek on a concrete bridge along the same track as the Granite Arch track. Leave the Granite Arch track by following the signposts to the base of the pyramid. Here the track becomes quite steep - the reason for the difficulty! Keep heading up the track till you leave the forest and start up the exposed granite. The track is marked using Girraween's standard white markers. Just follow this up until you hit the top.

As with all of Girraween's granite it can become very slippery when wet and should not be attempted in damp conditions. The walk is also quite exposed so be prepared if you're wary of heights.

Make sure to check out the balancing rock on the Northern side of the summit and enjoy the views of pretty much everything else in Girraween - Castle Rock, The Sphinx, Mt Norman and even to Bald Rock in NSW.

Permits/Costs:

None.

Other References/Comments:

A good level of fitness is required to make the climb up The Pyramid as the ascent of the exposed rock face is steep and may be tiring. Take your time to rest and enjoy the view.

With so many bushwalking options in the park, why not take advantage of the excellent camping facilities at Bald Rock Creek or Castle Rock

GPS Tracks

Pyramid Track (KML)

Comments

Great walk! Took us about 2 hours to complete The Pyramid, Granite Arch and Bald Rock Circuit including plenty of time for photos. The view from the top is simply stunning! What a great location
wheres_wally on 20 Sep, 2020

Ahhh what an absolute dream this track was 💞 First things first: the spring wildflower season is unreal! Pea flowers in pink, orange, purples. Lilies, wax lip orchids, geebungs, and wattles everywhere sweetening up the air 🌿

IMO the climb is more mentally challenging than anything! I did not think it was physically demanding at all... but there was defs times where I was a little too close to an anxiety attack 🙃

The section from a little bit further from where the steps end, and where the dashed line start moving left going up against the boulders was the worst for our jitters. We were absolutely scared shitless at seeing the steeeeepness of this big boi. Interestingly, the final scramble / the cliff bit made us feel nothing lmao. The way down was harder on our legs, but better for the jitters :)

TLDR sick views, decent workout, and a great walk for naturalists! What more could you ask for?
:) on 19 Sep, 2020

Very nice walk, a bit challenging but not too much. Fairly busy for a midweek day, but certainly not crowded.
Kaylene&Mal on 16 Sep, 2020

Tough scramble at the top- not for those afraid of heights, but so worth it if that isn’t an issue! Sticking to the white markers makes it a lot easier.
Rosey Stone on 28 Jun, 2020

It's a bit like a small easier Beerwah except the rock is so course and grippy. Can walk up the whole way no problems (apart from a few little scrambling sections). Loved the views on the way up and especially at the top. By far the most popular attraction in Girraween, heaps of people there on the weekend.
Vonsnrub on 7 Jun, 2020

Nice and easy for this one, definitely do this in proper track shoes or barefoot, tried to go an alternative way but the incline was way too steep, ended up following the white markers anyway.

Do turn around at the slightest hint of rain because it only means a straight fall to the abyss.

Did this at 4pm, just in time for sundown and back to the carpark by 6:30pm.
Wai on 21 Mar, 2020

Spectacular at sunrise. Rocks were a little slippery and is very steep but amazing views on the way up and at the summit. Camp grounds closed today.
Lish on 2 Feb, 2020

Great hike to do today as I was passing through into NSW. Not for the faint hearted but easily managed. I wouldn’t try this one if rain predicted at all. Would make the rock face quite slippery.

Hiking boots worn but no poles required. Camping nearby. Toilet facilities and tables near the car park. Will be back to this area to do more hikes. Great area.
Minnie on 25 Jan, 2020

During the arctic wind blast, -1 degree and 90+km/hr winds.
Nice easy walk if you have grippy shoes
Peter Hill on 10 Aug, 2019

Very windy climb today, but an absolute must-do granite monolith.
JayWalker on 10 Aug, 2019

We had perfect winter weather (dry and little wind) for our afternoon walk/scramble. This walk will get your heart pumping. The climb up the exposed granite is steep but the views are breathtaking. Good grip on your shoes really helps with the ascent and descent. My fear of heights kicked in towards the top and stopped me from reaching the summit. We had the track to ourselves until halfway down The Pyramid. There was lots of wildlife to be seen on the walk including red-necked wallabies and eastern grey kangaroos.
Ramona W on 17 Jul, 2019

Awesome walk but not for those that have a problem with heights. We made it as far as 20m from the top due to our fear of heights. The final scramble was just too much.
Beautiful view from where we got to though. You could see for miles. An easy walk up until the actual Pyramid, then it turns a bit more difficult.
You can detour on the way to Granite Arch as well. Well worth the climb though
Tanya on 19 May, 2019

Depart from Girraween Day Use Area and follow signs for Pyramid Rock. Clear track with white spots to guide you to the top!

Rough surface however gets steep - definitely do not do this when wet!

Amazing view at the top and a rewarding experience.
CL on 28 Jan, 2019

With the weather being hot at 32c I was a bit concerned as I didn't start this hike until 10am.
Went to the granite arch way first for another visit.
The walk to the pyramids isn't that long but was hot in the trees.Once hitting the rock face it was very pleasant.
The walk up was not as hard I thought but was cautious.
Had the summit to ourselves which was nice.Balancing rock is amazing and also is the view of the second pyramid.
Fantastic hike and view
KidBear on 15 Jan, 2019

This was a fun one! Quite different to any hiking I’ve done before. While we were up and down pretty quickly (about 1 hour and 20 mins), I must admit it did get a bit scary near the top- pretty steep and bare rock. That being said we made it back in one piece and would definitely do it again!
Hannah on 31 Dec, 2018

Great hike and scramble. Done with no shoes as felt better grip without. No dramas completing it with our 10 yr old and 5 yr old. Saw some other kids that weren't as adventurous though, so maybe not for all.
Sarah Bastian-Jordan on 29 Dec, 2018

Wear a full brimmed hat and sunscreen! Walking on Christmas day was hot, and surprisingly busy. Wearing shoes with good grip makes the climb slightly less exciting, but I'd highly recommend it.
Adrienne Harvey on 25 Dec, 2018

very slippy in the wet, would not recommend. dry clear day is ideal for this one. not challenging if youre in decent shape, if not you will struggle with the last part
Lobster on 13 Oct, 2018

Wow what a view from the top! Definitely a must do walk if you've got a taste for risk and adventure. Follow the paint up the face. Take your time going up and down the The Pyramid, the rock can be slippery if there's even a drop of water. Do not attempt if there's any chance of rain. Exposed rock + Lightning = Slippery electrifying death. 2 hours return including 15 min chill at the top.
The Bush Bandits on 23 Sep, 2018

Brilliant trail. Kids got to the top. Some very exposed sections, and there would be no coming back from a slip on the approach to the top. Not recommended for anyone with a fear of heights.
Anonymous on 21 Sep, 2018