Glass House Mountains Lookout

Sunshine Coast


If you're driving, head up to the Glass House Mountains Lookout for a spectacular, sweeping panorama of the Glass House Mountains and beyond. On clear days, you can expect to see the Brisbane skyline on the horizon. The site includes BBQ facilities and toilets, and is an easy 9km drive from the Glass House Mountains Visitor & Interpretive Centre.


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