Mount Glorious
QLD 4520 • Queensland
About Mount Glorious
Mount Glorious is a small rural locality nestled within the D'Aguilar National Park, approximately 41 kilometres north-west of Brisbane CBD, within the City of Moreton Bay local government area. With a population of 343 residents spread across 20.6 square kilometres, it is a sparsely settled mountain community set amid subtropical rainforest and eucalypt bushland. The locality sits along the ridge-top Mount Glorious Road, enjoying a cooler microclimate compared to Brisbane's lowlands, with a median tax income of around $56,000 reflecting a modest, self-sufficient community.
Mount Glorious is best known for its position within D'Aguilar National Park, offering residents and visitors direct access to walking trails, wildlife watching, and scenic mountain drives that are popular with day-trippers from Brisbane. A small general store and café serve the tight-knit community for basic daily needs. The locality attracts nature lovers, hobby farmers, and those seeking a quiet bush lifestyle less than an hour's drive from the city. With no public transport services, a private vehicle is essential for all daily errands and commuting.
Mount Glorious falls under postcode 4520 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Pine Rivers electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Bus Services
- No regular bus service — N/A N/A
Commute to Brisbane CBD
🛣️ Access via Mount Glorious Road through D'Aguilar National Park; winding mountain road
Remote mountain locality with no footpaths or retail; a car is essential for all daily needs
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Mount Nebo Road
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Winn Road
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School Road
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Narrawa Drive