This lightly trafficked walk starts from the Bald Rock campground and picnic area at the end of Bald Rock Access Road.

From the car park, start at the northern end of the picnic area, signed for the Border Walk, Carrolls Creek Walk and Little Bald Rock walking track.

The hike begins along a well-defined fire-trail through eucalyptus forest, along the base of Bald Rock, before heading further south into the park along the Queensland-New South Wales border. 

The undulating track has a number of well-signed junctions, where it splits with the Border Walk and Carrolls Creek Walk, so simply follow signs to Little Bald Rock (keep left on each occasion). 

Keep an eye out for interesting granite boulders and tors among the forest along the trail.

Approximately 2.8 kms into the hike, you will reach a rocky slab at the base of the northern end of Little Bald Rock. There is limited directional signage here and it can be tricky to regain the path on the other side. 

Head slightly left and up the slab, keeping the barbed-wire fence (which was fallen at the time of writing) on your left-hand side. At the top of the slab, turn right and follow the tree line to the other side of the slab to regain the trail.

Note: unless proficient with navigation, do not cross the barbed-wire fence, as this takes you to the end of the loop track – which has no defined track and is very overgrown. 

From the other side to the slab, follow the shaly fire-trail and you will soon see the near vertical western face of Little Bald Rock on your left, and to your right – incredible views further west to Girraween National Park.

After about 600 metres, there is a signpost to your left directing you to the summit. This is approximately 3.6 kms into the hike. The signpost is at the end of the vertical wall, but is behind a tree, so keep an eye out for it.

While there are no markings to aid navigation to the summit, it is a literal straight walk up the rock, so is easy to navigate if you simply stick to the middle.

To be clear, Little Bald Rock is little by name only, stretching approximately 660 metres long, and about 175 metres across at its widest.

The walk up the rockface is not exposed in terms of sheer drops, but is still quite steep and may not be suitable for young children or persons with limited mobility.

From the summit, which sits 1,277 metres above sea level, you will be rewarded with stunning views of the surrounding area, including Bald Rock and the neighbouring Girraween National Park.

To the west, you can see the main summits of Girraween National Park, including the Pyramids, Castle Rock and Mount Norman, while to the north, there are great views of Bald Rock.

The views are particularly amazing at sunrise and sunset, when the golden light shines on the park. 

To return, simply retrace your steps. 

There is also an option to continue down the northern end of the rock for 200 metres via a loop track to the previously mentioned slab. At the time of writing, this trail was undefined and overgrown, with no signage or markings to assist with navigation, and rock scrambling was required. Given that retracing one’s steps is a more scenic route, it is the suggested option. 

The picnic area includes toilets, BBQs and picnic tables (covered and uncovered), all nestled within beautiful forest.

Track: The track involves a series of well-defined undulating fire-trails, before the relatively steep walk up the granite rockface to the summit. While there are no markings to aid navigation to the summit, it is a literal straight walk up the rock, so is easy to navigate. The walk is well-signed and relatively easy-to follow.

Difficulty: This is a moderately challenging walk, suitable for those with moderate fitness levels. The fire-trails are undulating and the walk to summit is relatively steep but short. The summit is exposed in places, with sheer drops, so caution must be exercised. The walk is unlikely to be suitable for young children or persons with limited mobility. The summit trail can be slippery in wet weather, so sturdy shoes with good grip are highly recommended. 

Direction: This is an out-and back track that returns the way it came.