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Popular Walks
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Mt Ngungun
(1132 ticks) -
Mount Coolum
(858 ticks) -
Mt Warning Summit Trail
(758 ticks) -
Mt Cordeaux
(651 ticks) -
Twin Falls Circuit
(621 ticks)
Popular Walks
-
Mt Ngungun
(1132 ticks) -
Mount Coolum
(858 ticks) -
Mt Warning Summit Trail
(758 ticks) -
Mt Cordeaux
(651 ticks) -
Twin Falls Circuit
(621 ticks)
Sub-Regions
2
km
return
90
mins
Mt Blaine Base Trail
Needing a moderate level of fitness you will pass through Spotted Gum and Ironbark forests, Brushbox and heathland. Keep an eye out for koalas, wallabies and the magnificent Red-tailed Black Cockatoos that call this area home.
Entry is from Flinders Plum Picnic Area
Take a short hike to the foot of Mt Blaine.
5
km
return
3
hrs
Mt Blaine Summit Trail
A challenging track to the summit of Mt Blaine. The trail consists of steep inclines and rock scrambling. The summit provides 360 degree view over Brisbane, Ipswich and the scenic rim and a great view of Flinders Peak. The track goes up the northern side, over the summit and back down the southern side. High level of fitness, off track experience, scrambling experience and solid boots are all recommended. Do not attempt this climb if you have knee problems, nervous conditions or vertigo.
2.4
km
90
mins
Rocky Knoll Lookout
Entry is from Hardings Paddock Picnic Grounds -
A moderate level hike through eucalypt woodlands to
Rocky Knoll lookout. Glimpses of the scenic rim and the
surrounding Ipswich area are provided along the way.
15.5
km
return
4.5
hrs
Sandy Creek Central Ridge Track
This is a longer walk (hence the "Hard" grading) that is not overly difficult, and gives you a completely different view of Flinders Peak. The track does have a few very steep sections and is not well marked, with some of the markers giving you a very vague indication of which way to go.
3.5
km
return
1
hr
Sandy Creek Track
Walk through patches of majestic Hoop Pine forests following
Sandy Creek on this moderate level hike.
800
m
one-way
1
hr
Bearded Dragon Circuit
Haig Street Quarry Bushland Reserve is located only five
minutes drive from Ipswich Central, yet offers spectacular
views of the Scenic Rim. From Ipswich Central travel
northwest along Burnett Road toward Brassall. Burnett Road
will become Hunter Street. Turn left from Hunter Street onto
Haig Street (travelling west) and drive directly into the main
parking area.
This park has a beautiful display of wildflowers in spring and
has many water birds that live in and around the pond.
Visitors are advised to contact Ipswich City Council on
(07) 3810 6666 for access requirements if they wish to:
• Venture away from the designated picnic area or
graded track system
• Undertake organised group activities
• Undertake activities of a commercial nature
Under Council’s Local Laws, conducting or engaging in the
following activities is prohibited:
1
km
1
hr
Willy Wagtail Circuit
Haig Street Quarry Bushland Reserve is located only five
minutes drive from Ipswich Central, yet offers spectacular
views of the Scenic Rim. From Ipswich Central travel
northwest along Burnett Road toward Brassall. Burnett Road
will become Hunter Street. Turn left from Hunter Street onto
Haig Street (travelling west) and drive directly into the main
parking area.
This park has a beautiful display of wildflowers in spring and
has many water birds that live in and around the pond.
Visitors are advised to contact Ipswich City Council on
(07) 3810 6666 for access requirements if they wish to:
• Venture away from the designated picnic area or
graded track system
• Undertake organised group activities
• Undertake activities of a commercial nature
Under Council’s Local Laws, conducting or engaging in the
following activities is prohibited:
500
m
30
mins
Melaleuca Circuit
The Purga Nature Reserve allows visitors to view the largest
protected area of endangered Swamp Tea Tree forest in
Ipswich. These self-guided walks provide visitors a unique
opportunity to explore vegetation and watch wildlife while
only 15 minutes from Ipswich Central.
350
m
30
mins
Tea Tree Boardwalk Circuit
The Purga Nature Reserve allows visitors to view the largest
protected area of endangered Swamp Tea Tree forest in
Ipswich. These self-guided walks provide visitors a unique
opportunity to explore vegetation and watch wildlife while
only 15 minutes from Ipswich Central.
600
m
return
30
mins
Bluey’s Circuit
Denmark Hill Conservation Park is within walking distance of
Ipswich Central. The main entry and parking areas are located
opposite the corner of Deebing and Clay Streets, just south
of the city centre.
Walking tracks lead to the water tower and provide 360° views
of Ipswich City and on a clear day, all the way to Brisbane.
Triassic Park, located within the park boundaries, provides
visitors with an opportunity to explore the many fossils that
were once found in the area.