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Popular Walks
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Mt Ngungun
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Mount Coolum
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Mt Warning Summit Trail
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Mt Cordeaux
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Twin Falls Circuit
(638 ticks)
Popular Walks
-
Mt Ngungun
(1162 ticks) -
Mount Coolum
(874 ticks) -
Mt Warning Summit Trail
(760 ticks) -
Mt Cordeaux
(669 ticks) -
Twin Falls Circuit
(638 ticks)
Sub-Regions
Walks in Gold Coast
2.3
km
return
1
hr
Rainforest Circuit
A wild, natural headland in the heart of the Gold Coast offers walks along the rocky foreshore and through rainforest, with the chance to see whales in winter/spring and sea-eagles soaring along the coast.
3.5
km
return
45
mins
Schuster Park
Schusters Park is a great spot to take the kids for a quick walk or stay the day for a picnic by the creek. There is lots of room to run around, and a sandy beach to launch kayaks from. Put on some mozzie repellent before exploring the flat trail through the mangroves along the northern peninsula of the park.
800
m
return
40
mins
South Nobby Headland
A walk on South Nobby Headland also referred to as Little Burleigh or North Burleigh Headland which is within Mick Schamburg Park . The walk links to Miami Beach via Don Macsween Park and North Burleigh Beach via Ed Hardy Park while enjoying many lookout points with views North to Surfers, East to the Pacific Ocean, South to Burleigh Heads and West to the Gold Coast Hinterland. As well as traversing the Miami Rainbow Stairs.
8
km
return
2
hrs
Tallebudgera Creek Circuit
This is a pristine waterway, one of the ‘must do walking tracks’ on the Gold Coast
2.5
km
return
45
mins
Tugun Hill Conservation Area
The Tugun Hill Conservation Area is approximately 16 hectares and is managed for conservation purposes.
Walks in Ipswich
2
km
return
1
hr
Kholo Gardens (Multiple Tracks)
A picturesque retreat into nature seven kilometres from the Ipswich Central Business District is the peaceful Kholo Gardens at Pine Mountain. It’s an unexpected delight to explore with its lush gardens, crystal clear lily pond, bush walks and open spaces. Giant Kauri trees and Hoop Pines planted by early settlers, rare birds and plants, and the nearby Brisbane River all make this a special place to spend some time. It’s also a sacred site for the indigenous Jagera, Yuggera and Ugarapul People. At this subtropical haven, you can enjoy the peace and quiet of the 400 metre walk through Tree Fern Lane under a natural rainforest canopy. The more energetic can try the steeper 800 metre Coal Creek Walk – aptly named seeing as the earliest recordings of coal in the area were made here in 1825. Formerly the site of a water pumping station, Kholo Gardens has an historic well onsite as well as a charming little old church, relocated here in 1990 from Redbank. With that and a stunningly restored Queenslander nearby, you can see why this is a popular venue for weddings and other functions. There are also barbecues, picnic tables and public toilets.
2.1
km
return
1
hr
Lewis Thomas Historic Trail - Castle Hill Blackstone Reserve
A short walk around the Castle Hill Blackstone Reserve with informational signage on the interesting history of the area (coal mining & Welsh mansion "castle"). A detour can be made up to the summit of the hill (add an extra kilometre and a bit return).
19
km
one-way
7
hrs
Boonah to Ipswich Trail
This trail forms the backbone of all trails in the Conservation Estate, and connects the two picnic areas. It caters for hiking, horse riding and recreational touring (mountain bike riding). At 38 km return, this trail becomes challenging. Experienced walkers would need to start early in the morning to complete a return trip, requiring at least a 10 to 14 hour day. Note that the conservation estate is open between the hours of 6am and 6pm. Alternatively, a 19km one way walk could be considered for those who can organise travel/accommodation arrangements at the other end. Rugged mountain scenery, views to the coast from Mt Flinders, creek crossings and diverse landscapes such as dry rainforest and heath will reward you.
560
m
10
mins
Chalk Circuit
Entry to this walk is from Harding's Paddock Picnic Area - Encompassing the Picnic and Bush Tucker areas, this trail is flat and easily accessible for all levels of fitness. Along the trail learn about various bushtucker plants through interpretive signage from both an Indigenous and European perspective. Walk takes approx 5-10mins
