Walks and trails
The benefits of walking are well-documented. Walking provides an active way to enjoy the natural environment and can help improve cardiovascular fitness and reduce stress.
Fortunately, our scenic region offers spectacular opportunities for a leisurely stroll, or a challenging hike, with nearby national parks and regional parks and gardens catering for all fitness levels.
When out and about, it's important to keep safe. Please remember to:
- Wear comfortable, protective footwear;
- Dress for the track conditions and weather;
- Wear a hat, sunscreen and insect repellent; and
- Carry plenty of drinking water.
All walks and trails in our Region can be found in our Park locator application by selecting the Park features > Recreation > 'Bush walking' filter.
Helpful information
Information on track and trail grading classification can be found in the Track and trail grading classification PDF or can be seen below.
Walking track grading classification
Grade 1 - Flat, well-formed track, no steps, 5km or less. Clearly signposted. Suitable for wheelchairs with assistance.
Grade 2 - Formed track. May have gentle hills and some steps. Clearly signposted. No experience required.
Grade 3 - Formed track, some obstacles, 20km or less. May have short steep hills and many steps. Some experience recommended.
Grade 4 - Rough track. May be long and very steep with few directional signs. For experienced bushwalkers.
Grade 5 - Unformed track. Likely to be very rough, very steep and unmarked. For very experienced bushwalkers with specialised skills.
Mountain-bike trail grading classification
Very easy - Wide trail, gentle gradient, no obstacles. For beginner cyclists with basic bike skills.
Easy - Wide trail, gentle gradient, some obstacles. For beginner mountain bikers with basic mountain-bike skills.
Intermediate - Moderate gradient, obstacles and some steep sections. For skilled mountain bikers.
Difficult - For experienced mountain bikers. Challenging trail. Large, unavoidable obstacles and features. Long steep climbs or descents and loose surfaces.
Extreme - For highly experienced mountain bikers. All sections extremely challenging. Large, unavoidable obstacles and severe features.
Horse trail grading classification
Class 1 easy - Wide trail, natural, surface, gentle slope. For novice riders and experienced horses with basic skills and fitness.
Class 2 intermediate - Variable trail, moderate slope, some obstacles. For experienced riders and horses with moderate skills and fitness.
Class 3 advanced - Challenging trail, variable surface, many obstacles and steep sections. For advanced riders and horses with high skill and fitness level.
Northern trails
Cooyar
Muntapa Tunnel Walk
Best for: Bushwalking
Classification: Grade 3
Distance: 1,050m total distance
Walking time: Approximately 15 minutes
Description: The trailhead of Muntapa Tunnel Walk is located within the park. The walking track surface consists of natural soil and crushed rock. It has two tracks, one to each end of the tunnel. The northern track has metal stairs that descend to the tunnel. The southern track has a lookout to take photos of the tunnel. As part of this walk is shared with vehicles, beware of cars. Read more...
The Palms National Park Circuit
Best for: Bushwalking
Classification: Grade 3
Distance: 650m loop
Walking time: Approximately 15 minutes
Description: This short track encircles the palm forest - palms one side, dry vine forest on the other. Read more...
Crows Nest
Applegum Walk
Best for: Bushwalking
Classification: Grade 3
Distance: 2,053m one way
Walking time: Approximately 30-40 minutes
Description: Applegum Walk connects Bullocky’s Rest Park Park to Hartmann Park. The track from Bullocky’s Rest follows Crows Nest Creek downstream, passing the Pump Hole, then up Bald Hills Creek to Hartmann Park, a total distance of 1.5km. From Hartmann Park, you can return to Bullocky’s Rest via the town centre, or along Esk or Dale Streets. Please leave your pets at home. Read more...
Crows Nest Falls via Kauyoo Loop
Best for: Bushwalking
Classification: Grade 4
Distance: 2700m loop
Walking time: Approximately 1 hour
Description: This loop includes The Cascades, Kauyoo Pool and Bottlebrush Pool. The walk to the Cascades is relatively easy, becoming more challenging to Kauyoo Pool and Bottlebrush Pool.
Bottlebrush Pool is the ideal place to enjoy a swim and relax. The river she-oaks and bottlebrush trees here provide shade and a habitat for a variety of wildlife. Keep an eye out for brush-tailed rock wallabies as they move quietly around the surrounding granite hills and boulders. Take care on the steps leading down to the creek as they can be slippery when wet. A sandy beach allows easy access to the normally shallow water at Kauyoo Pool.
Steep crevices and slippery rocks lead to the Cascades where you can hear the ‘tock tock’ calls of striped marsh frogs echoing around the boulders in summer. Watch your step, especially if the creek is flowing. This is another good spot to sit quietly and watch for rock-wallabies. Read more...
Crows Nest Falls Lookout
Best for: Bushwalking
Classification: Grade 3
Distance: 2,100m return
Walking time: Approximately 45 minutes
Description: Water tumbles over 20m high granite cliffs at Crows Nest Falls. Access to the Crows Nest Falls waterhole has been closed due to the danger posed by large rocks falling onto the track and into the waterhole. For your safety, never attempt to climb around the Crows Nest Falls lookout barriers for any reason - to do so could result in serious injury or death. Read more...
Koonin Lookout
Best for: Bushwalking
Classification: Grade 3
Distance: 4,500m return
Walking time: Approximately 1 hour 30 minutes
Description: Wander out to Koonin Lookout for a bird’s-eye view of the Valley of Diamonds and to distant rolling hills around Ravensbourne. Along the way, look out for intricate lichen patterns on rocks and small ground orchids. Read more...
Hartmann Park Circuit
Best for: Bushwalking
Classification: Grade 4
Distance: 387m loop
Walking time: Approximately 15-20 minutes
Description: Hartmann Park Circuit is a loop of approximately 600m long in the park north of Bald Hills Creek. The trailhead starts at the Hartmann Park picnic area, crosses the creek and goes up the hill following a set of concrete steps. The walk passes over a shelf of sandstone rock, offering some magnificent landscape and geological features. The forest canopy is a collection of eucalyptus species while the undergrowth of plants provides a rich display of wildflowers in spring. Read more...
Lake Cressbrook Walk
Best for: Bushwalking
Classification: Grade 3
Distance: 7,455m total distance
Walking time: Approximately 150-160 minutes
Description: The trailhead of Lake Cressbrook Walking Track is located near the boat ramp off Access Road in the Day Use Area but it can also be accessed from the camping area. It meanders adjacent to the lake’s edge, passing the camping ground before looping back through bushland. Read more...
Lake Perseverance Lookout Walk
Best for: Bushwalking
Classification: Grade 2
Distance: 216m one way
Walking time: Approximately 5 minutes
Description of the walk: The lookout is located at about 200m from the carpark and offers views of the lake. From the lookout, you can walk another 200m to the start of Perseverance Creek and have a different perspective of the lake. Read more...
Hampton
The Great Short Walk
Best for: Bushwalking
Classification: Grade 3
Distance: 1,500m one way
Walking time: Approximately 60 minutes return
Description: The trail follows the path of the Munro Tramway along the side of the current Palmtree Road. Several signs along the way tell the story of the Munro Tramway and the timber industry. There is also a lookout with views of Highfields. As this used to be a rail trail, the gradient is easy except for the gully where there used to be a bridge. The track travels through dry open country, so it's important to take plenty of water and be sun smart. Read more...
Highfields
Charles and Motee Rogers Circuit
Best for: Bushwalking
Classification: Grade 2
Distance: 872m loop
Walking time: Approximately 15-20 minutes
Description: The trail is relatively flat and winds around the edges of the reserve through the trees and undergrowth. It finishes on Rogers Drive, where you can follow a walkway back to the entrance. Read more...
Bowerbird Walk
Best for: Bushwalking
Classification: Grade 3 - formed track, short steep hills
Distances: 160m one way
Walking time: Approximately 5 minutes
Description: The Bowerbird Walk takes you from the Yellow Robin Walking Circuit down to the base of the waterfall. Follow this walk north for about 70 metres and look for the steps on the right hand side. Walk down the natural rock steps and you will find the waterfall at its end. Watch your step as it may get a bit slippery when wet and prepare your camera to capture a snapshot of this natural little wonder. Read more...
Cuckoo-Dove Walk
Best for: Bushwalking
Classification: Grade 2 - formed track, gentle hills
Distances: 20m one way
Walking time: Approximately 1 minute
Description: The Cuckoo-Dove Walk takes you to the top of the waterfall. From the Yellow Robin Walking Circuit, turn east at the intersection with the Cuckoo-Dove and follow the track until you see a little stream that leads you to the top of the waterfall. Watch your step as it may get a bit slippery when wet. Read more...
Golden Whistler Walking Circuit
Best for: Bushwalking
Classification: Grade 2 - formed track, gentle hills
Distances: 710m loop
Walking time: Approximately 10 minutes return
Description: The Golden Whistler Walking Circuit is a relatively flat 710m long loop. The best way to access this circuit is through the Barber Road carpark. This circuit is connected to the Kingfisher Walking Circuit and withholds valuable flora and fauna. Read more...
Kingfisher Walking Circuit
Best for: Bushwalking
Classification: Grade 2 - formed track, gentle hills
Distances: 900m loop
Walking time: Approximately 15 minutes return
Description: The Kingfisher Walking Circuit is the longest walk in this park. However, it's an easy 920m stroll that can be accessed through the James Byrne Road carpark. This circuit is connected with the Rosella and the Golden Whistler Walking Circuits. Read more...
Lorikeet Walking Circuit
Best for: Bushwalking
Classification: Grade 3 - formed track, short steep hills
Distances: 585m loop
Walking time: Approximately 10 minutes return
Description: The Lorikeet Walking Circuit is a relatively easy 585m loop that travels over a creek twice and crosses a grassy paddock near Ballantyne Court. This circuit is connected to the Rosella and the Yellow Robin Walking Circuits. Read more...
Rosella Walking Circuit
Best for: Bushwalking
Classification: Grade 2 - formed track, gentle hills
Distances: 545m loop
Walking time: Approximately 10 minutes return
Description: The Rosella Walking Circuit is an easy 545m loop that connects the James Byrne Road carpark with the Lorikeet Walking Circuit. This circuit is adjacent to the Kingfisher Walking Circuit. Read more...
Yellow Robin Walking Circuit
Best for: Bushwalking
Classification: Grade 4 - steep sections
Distances: 650m loop
Walking time: Approximately 17 minutes return
Description: The Yellow Robin Walking Circuit takes you on a scenic loop walk with some zig-zags, a creek crossing, some steps and stepping stones. This 750m loop is easier to walk clockwise so the steep zig-zags are walked downhill. It allows access to the waterfall through the Cuckoo-Dove Walk and the Bowerbird Walk to the top and the bottom of the waterfall respectively. Keep your eyes open as this park has many interesting types of birds. Read more...
Spring Bluff Walking Circuit
Best for: Bushwalking
Classification: Grade 3
Distance: 545m return
Walking time: Approximately 20 minutes return
Description: The trail starts in the picnic area, behind the pergola. It takes you across a metal bridge that spans a creek and winds amongst the forest. It requires a bit of energy to go through a short uphill section but it’s definitely worth the effort.
The walk turns right and takes you over a beautiful creek decorated with fern trees and along a rock wall where you can see the enormous root of the fig trees that grow in the area. The track then goes downhill and back to the picnic area. Along the way, you will pass a big old hall and walk on a sealed walkway.
Please keep to the formed loop track at all times as this will assist with the safe management of neighbouring properties' activities. Read more...
Williams Park Walking Circuit
Best for: Bushwalking
Classification: Grade 2
Distance: 737m one way
Walking time: Approximately 15-20 minutes
Description: Starting behind the toilet block at Williams Park, the steps will take you down to a bridge over Klein Creek. This will lead you to a beautiful track that follows the creek north towards Reis Road. From there, you can turn back to Williams Park and extend your walk following a grassy area towards Clarke Road. Please leave your pets at home. Read more...
Kingsthorpe
Mount Kingsthorpe Walk
Best for: Bushwalking
Classification: Grade 4
Distance: 480m one way
Walking time: Approximately 30-35 minutes
Description: Mount Kingsthorpe Walk starts at the carpark and takes visitors to the summit, which provides expansive views as well as a glimpse of some of the original rainforest vegetation that once covered all of Mount Kingsthorpe. Read more...
Facilities: None
Meringandan
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Lakeside Walk
Best for: Bushwalking
Classification: Grade 3
Distance: 4,422m one way
Walking time: Approximately 90 minutes return
Description: The walk is mainly easy, with a moderate climb in the middle. The lake is the water supply for the Toowoomba Region and is a habitat for waterbirds and rich population of bush birds, particularly along the trail. If you sit quietly you may be able to also see a wide range of wildlife including koalas, possums, echidna and wallabies. Please leave your pets at home.
Ravensbourne
Cedar Block Circuit
Best for: Bushwalking
Classification: Grade 3
Distance: 500m loop
Walking time: Approximately 15 minutes
Description: This short self-guided walk starts at the bottom of the Cedar Block day-use area. Signs interpret the rainforest and how it was used by Aboriginal travellers and timber-getters. Read more...
Rainforest Circuit
Best for: Bushwalking
Classification: Grade 3
Distance: 1,700m loop
Walking time: Approximately 40 minutes
Description: Large Sydney blue gums Eucalyptus saligna emerge through the rainforest canopy. In the understory, there are many attractive ground ferns, epiphytic ferns and vines. Along the higher section of this walking track, the remains of an Aboriginal yam-digging site can be seen. Read more...
Palm Creek Circuit
Best for: Bushwalking
Classification: Grade 3
Distance: 3600m loop
Walking time: Approximately 1 hour 15 minutes
Description: This track leaves the rainforest circuit and crosses Palm Creek - named after the piccabeen palms Archontophoenix cunninghamiana covering its steep banks. Look in the canopy for epiphytes growing on taller trees and birds feasting on palm tree fruits. A short side track leads along a eucalypt forest ridge to a small sandstone overhang. Read more...
Buaraba Creek Walk
Best for: Bushwalking
Classification: Grade 4
Distance: 6,200m return
Walking time: Approximately 2 hours
Description: This pleasant walk starts in the rainforest, passes through eucalypt forest, and ends with a short descent into the cool and shady Buaraba Creek. Return along the same track. Please take drinking water. Read more...
Yarraman
Brisbane Valley Rail Trail
Best for: Bushwalking, mountain biking and horse riding
Classification: Each section of the trail has different grading.
Distance: 160km one way
Description: The Brisbane Valley Rail Trail (BVRT) follows the disused Brisbane Valley rail line that commenced construction at Wulkuraka near Ipswich in 1884 and was completed at Yarraman in 1913. The BVRT winds its way down the Brisbane valley, traversing farmland, forests, picturesque rural settings and country towns. Being on the old railway line, the BVRT provides an easy climb up the valley for day trippers, overnight camping or longer term adventures.
BVRT is open all year round. It’s all off-road, no traffic, just South East Queensland’s big skies and distinctive landscape to enjoy. Come and experience for yourself why thousands of people love exploring the Brisbane Valley Rail Trail at a leisurely pace on bicycle, on horseback or on foot. Get a group of friends together and come and find out what Queensland country all about.
The Brisbane Valley Rail Trail is managed by different councils along the way. The section Yarraman - Nukku Road is maintained by the Toowoomba Regional Council. Read more...
Weir Trail Circuit
Best for: Bushwalking, mountain biking and horse riding
Classification: Bushwalking (Grade 2), - mountain biking (Mostly Easy, only a very short section is steep), horse riding (Class 1 easy)
Distance: 2,260m return
Walking time: Approximately 50 minutes
Description: The Weir Trail Circuit takes you in a loop from the Station Park car park through to Weir Park and back to the Station Park carpark. The interpretive signs tell you the story of the old train station. Read more...
Southern trails
Preston
Panoramic Walk
Best for: Bushwalking
Classification: Grade 2
Distance: 877m one way
Walking time: Approximately 25-30 minutes return
Description: This walk begins at the Panoramic Park and lookout at the top of Panoramic Drive in Preston. It traverses through scrub land to Carroll Road. The walk is very steep but offers magnificent views of the southern part of Toowoomba.
As you make your way down the steep paved walkway, you will find a wooden gate on your left. Go through the gate onto the grassy area and continue until you arrive in Carrolls Road. From there you have to go back up to the carpark. Please leave your pets at home. Read more...
Vale View
Prime Minister’s Circuit
Best for: Bushwalking, recreational cycling, no horses are allowed
Classification: Bushwalking (Grade 2), recreational cycling (Easy)
Distance: 919m loop
Walking time: Approximately 15 minutes
Description: The surface of the whole walkway is concreted which makes this walk suitable for families walking with children or for people with mobility devices. Read more...
Eastern trails
Toowoomba City
Cranley Escarpment Walks
Best for: Bushwalking
Classification: Grade 3
Distance: This park has a network of more 3000m of walking trails.
Walking time: Depending on the trails walked it may take between 1.5 hours to 2.5 hours to complete them.
Description: From Bedwell Street the 203m track takes you through a grassy paddock to the start of a 1930m loop. From Reserve Road the 355m track takes you downhill to the 1930m loop. Along the track you may be able to see some wildlife and many species of eucalyptus trees, including Ironbark. Read more...
Glen Lomond Bridle Trail
Best for: Bushwalking, mountain biking and horse riding
Classification: Bushwalking (Grade 3), mountain biking (Intermediate), horse riding (Class 1)
Distance: 2,140m one way
Walking time: Approximately 30-35 minutes
Description: This track has three entrances in Middle Ridge, Toowoomba:
- Dorge Street
- Inadale Court
- Burraway Court
The trail is a multi-use track shared between walkers, bike riders and horse riders. Read more...
Hell Hole Trail and Falls Walk
Best for: Bushwalking and mountain biking, no horses are allowed.
Classification: Bushwalking (Grade 4), mountain biking (Intermediate)
Distance: 2,750m one way
Walking time: Approximately 80-90 minutes
Description: This track starts at the corner of McStay and Dippel Streets and provides peaceful and tranquil surrounds. The track is shared between bike riders and walkers, however, only the upper part of the track is suitable for bikes.
After leaving the car park, the track goes through a grassy paddock that becomes narrower approaching the ridge. It undulates up and down until it reaches a smaller paddock that offers magnificent views of the range, including Table Top Mountain.
To go to the bottom of Hell Hole Falls turn left at the beginning of the second paddock, go downhill and turn left again before the track reaches a dead end. From here, there is no designated path to the water falls, so walk with caution. This part of the trail is not suitable for bicycles. Read more...
Spur Walk
Best for: Bushwalking, mountain biking and horse riding
Classification: Bushwalking (Grade 3), mountain biking (Intermediate), horse riding (Class 1 easy)
Distance: 340m one way
Walking time: Approximately 10-15 minutes
Description: This track is only 680m return and starts halfway along the Glen Lomond Bridle trail with views of the Lockyer Valley. Read more...
Link Walk
Best for: Bushwalking
Classification: Grade 2
Distance: 140m one way
Walking time: Approximately 5 minutes
Description: This track links the Squirrel Glider Circuit with the Wallaby Walk and can be used as a shortcut to transverse the park.. Read more...
Squirrel Glider Circuit
Best for: Bushwalking
Classification: Flat section (Grade 2), hilly section (Grade 3)
Distance: 1,200m loop
Walking time: Approximately 20-30 minutes
Description: This track follows the perimeter of the park with two very distinct sections; one flat that starts from the park entrance and takes you to the lookout on the northern side of the park, and the other more challenging section that starts from the park entrance and goes to the southern side of the park following short steep hills and takes you around and up to the lookout.
The flat section of this track can be walked in conjunction with the Wallaby Walk or the Link Track to make a loop suitable for walking with children or those less mobile. Read more...
Wallaby Walk
Best for: Bushwalking
Classification: Grade 1
Distance: 400m one way
Walking time: Approximately 10-15 minutes
Description: This easy to walk track starts at the picnic area and takes you to the lookout on the northern side of the park. The whole walk is relatively flat and can be done as a loop if you walk it in conjunction with the Squirrel Glider Circuit or the Link Walk.. Read more...
Acacia Trail
Best for: Bushwalking and mountain biking, no horses are allowed.
Classification: Bushwalking (Grade 4), mountain biking (Intermediate)
Distance: 1,510m loop
Walking time: Approximately 40-50 minutes
Description: This trail is opened to walkers and mountain bike riders only; no horses are allowed. This trail takes users into the north eastern corner of the park. Read more...
Crebra Trail
Best for: Bushwalking and mountain biking, no horses are allowed.
Classification: Bushwalking (Grade 4), mountain biking (Intermediate)
Distance: 1,500m one way
Walking time: Approximately 45-55 minutes
Description: Crebra Trail explores the northern end of the park through eucalypt gullies. The trail is accessible to walkers and maintains bike riders. Horses are not allowed on this trail. Read more...
Jubilee Bridle Trail
Best for: Bushwalking, mountain biking and horse riding
Classification: Bushwalking (Grade 4), mountain biking (Intermediate), horse riding (Class 3 advanced)
Distance: 4,370m one way
Walking time: Approximately 120-180 minutes
Description: This is a shared use trail so be careful when travelling along this route. The Jubilee Bridle Trail extends from the Bridge Street entrance to Amos Road at the base of the escarpment. Read more...
Sandstone Ridge Trail
Best for: Bushwalking, mountain biking and horse riding
Classification: Bushwalking (Grade 4), mountain biking (Intermediate), horse riding (Class 3 advanced)
Distance: 1,460m one way
Walking time: Approximately 45-55 minutes
Description: Sandstone Ridge Trail features sandstone shelves and a diverse range of native species. This is a shared use trail so be careful when travelling along this route. Read more...
Themeda Trail
Best for: Bushwalking, mountain biking and horse riding
Classification: Bushwalking (Grade 4), mountain biking (Intermediate), horse riding (Class 2 intermediate)
Distance: 1,300m one way
Walking time: Approximately 40-50 minutes
Description: This trail runs along the escarpment from the end of Mackenzie Street through to Harvey Street. The trail forms part of our firebreak network and provides walkers, horse riders and mountain bike riders with some spectacular views. Read more...
Tristania Trail
Best for: Bushwalking, mountain biking and horse riding
Classification: Bushwalking (Grade 4), mountain biking (Intermediate), horse riding (Class 3 advanced)
Distance: 1,820m one way
Walking time: Approximately 55-65 minutes
Description: Named after the native brush box, Tristania Trail is also a shared trail open to horses, mountain bikes and walkers. Take care when travelling this route and show courtesy when passing other users. Read more...
Yellow Box Trail
Best for: Bushwalking, mountain biking and horse riding
Classification: Bushwalking (Grade 4), mountain biking (Intermediate), Easy - horse riding (Class 1 easy)
Distance: 500m loop
Walking time: Approximately 15-20 minutes
Description: This short trail allows all users to make a small detour on the Tristania Trail to experience some scenic views across the valley below. Read more...
Mountain Bike Trails
This park is an attraction for mountain bikers. Read more....
The Toowoomba Mountain Bike Club (TMBC) maintains and develops mountain bike tracks throughout this park.
Basalt Walk
Best for: Bushwalking
Classification: (Grade 4)
Distance: 774m one way
Walking time: Approximately 45 minutes
Description: Basalt Walk is located on the southern side of the park, near the Anzac Avenue entrance. From the Westminster Street carpark follow the firebreak that takes you towards the water tank, stay left at the fork intersection and continue ahead until you see the South Summit. Read more...
Firebreak Network
Best for: Bushwalking, mountain biking and horse riding
Classification: Bushwalking (Grade 3), mountain biking (Easy), horse riding (Class 1 easy)
Distance: 4,165m total distance
Walking time: Depending on the trails walked, they may take between 1.5hrs to 3.5hrs to complete.
Description: The firebreaks network connects the four park entrances with the five peaks, lookouts and the new purpose built bushwalking trails (Ironbark Walking Circuit, Basalt Walk and Red Ash Walking Circuit). Read more...
Ironbark Walking Circuit
Best for: Bushwalking
Classification: (Grade 4)
Distance: 1,110m loop
Walking time: Approximately 45 minutes
Description: Ironbark Walking Circuit starts on the northern side of the park, near the Westminster Street carpark. From the carpark, follow the firebreak that takes you towards the water tank and take a right at the fork intersection. Read more...
Red Ash Walking Circuit
Best for: Bushwalking
Classification: (Grade 3)
Distance: 670m loop
Walking time: Approximately 30 minutes
Description: Red Ash Walking Circuit is located on the north-west side of the reserve, west to the Darling Street carpark. The circuit starts at the base of the West Summit and winds 390m up the mountain to the Brown Snake Lookout located 660m above sea level. Read more...
Fantail Walk
Best for: Bushwalking
Classification: Grade 3
Distance: 900m one way with an 80m drop in altitude from Tobruk Memorial Park
Walking time: Approximately 25-35 minutes one way - downhill. Be aware that the walk back is uphill.
Description: This walk has a partial bitumen surface with stairs. With an 80m drop in altitude, the walk explores the open forest on the south-eastern edge of Picnic Point and avid bird watchers will delight in the diversity of species along this walk. This walk connects the Bridle Trail and the Pardalote Walk. Read more...
Firetail Walk
Best for: Bushwalking
Classification: Grade 3
Distance: 2,120m one way with a 160m drop in altitude from Lions Park
Walking time: Approximately 45-55 minutes one way - downhill. Be aware that the walk back is uphill.
Description: The walk starts at Lions Park and meanders down 2km through the escarpment vegetation, taking in views to the north and east across the Lockyer Valley and Table Top Mountain. Echidnas, legless lizards and small birds of prey can be seen. This walk finishes at the Bridle Trail. Read more...
Pardalote Walk
Best for: Bushwalking
Classification: Grade 3
Distance: 1,850m one way
Walking time: Approximately 45 minutes one way from Picnic Point Park
Description: The Pardalote Walk starts at Lions Park passes by Bill Goulds Lookout, waterfalls and travels along the very edge of the escarpment through open eucalypt forest. It offers some spectacular views of the Lockyer Valley and Table Top Mountain. It can also be accessed from Picnic Point Park or the Tobruk Drive Park. This walk finishes at the end of South Street, 450m from the intersection with Fantail Walk. Read more...
Picnic Point Bridle Trail
Best for: Bushwalking, mountain biking and horse riding
Classification: Bushwalking (Grade 3), mountain biking (Easy), horse riding (Class 1 easy)
Distance: 1,560m one way
Walking time: Approximately 20 minutes one way
Description: The Bridle Trail extends from South Street to Stevenson Street. Walkers can access the Bridle Trail from Picnic Point Park by descending along either the Firetail Walk, the Fantail Walk, directly from Stevenson Street or from South Street. Read more...
Picnic Point Circuit
Best for: Bushwalking
Classification: Grade 3
Distance: 6,430m loop
Walking time: Approximately 130-140 minutes
Description: Not for the faint-hearted. This walk combines the Firetail Walk, Pardalote Walk, Bridle Trail and Fantail Walk to provide a walking loop for those looking for an extra challenge of steepness. Dramatic views dominate the scenery. Keep in mind that either direction you walk, you will descend and then ascend with an approximately 160m change in altitude. Read more...
Bridle Trail
Best for: Bushwalking, mountain biking and horse riding
Classification: Bushwalking (Grade 4), mountain biking (Intermediate), horse riding (Class 2 intermediate)
Distance: 2,590m one way
Walking time: Approximately 75-85 minutes
Description: The trail is of a moderate to steep grade and can be accessed from Bridge Street traversing north-south along the escarpment. Read more...
Eagles Nest Trail
Best for: Bushwalking and mountain biking, no horses are allowed.
Classification: Bushwalking (Grade 4), mountain biking (Intermediate)
Distance: 980m one way
Walking time: Approximately 30-40 minutes
Description: Moderate to steep grade. Can be accessed from the Grass Tree Trail or the Bridle Trail. Read more...
Grass Tree Trail
Best for: Bushwalking and mountain biking, no horses are allowed.
Classification: Bushwalking (Grade 4), mountain biking (Intermediate)
Distance: 1,930m one way
Walking time: Approximately 60-70 minutes
Description: This trail runs east-west between the Warrego Highway picnic area and the Bridle Trail. The entrance to this steep trail is located at the southern end of the park, near the Warrego Highway. Read more...
Rainforest Walking Circuit
Best for: Bushwalking
Classification: Grade 3
Distance: 400m loop
Walking time: Approximately 15-20 minutes
Description: This short circuit allows families who don’t have the time or preparation to do the bigger walks to experience a small section of the park. It starts near the picnic area on the southern end of the park, near the Warrego Highway entrance. Read more...
Redwood Forest Walk
Best for: Bushwalking
Classification: Grade 4
Distance: 2,710m one way
Walking time: Approximately 80-90 minutes
Description: Approximately 2.8km of a steep grade, the walk begins at the Bridge Street entrance and meets with the Grass Tree trail on the southern end of the park. Enjoy the variety of vegetation types and landscapes directly below the Great Dividing Range. Read more...
Best for: Mountain biking / BMX
Classification: Very easy to very difficult
Distance: From 110m to 170m
Description: This park is open to the public from dawn to dusk for bicycles only. There are jump lines for riders from beginner to expert and a return line in the middle of the park.
Participants should check the jump lines for debris and other hazards before they ride and should wear a helmet and make sure they are riding within their skill limits. Read more...
Table Top Mountain Walk
Best for: Bushwalking
Classification: Grade 5
Distance: 1,960m return
Walking time: Approximately 130-140 minutes
Description: The walk starts at the base of the first hill which is comprised of a lot of large stone steps. This section is quite steep for about 150m. The down section of the first hill is less demanding but you have to climb over medium sized rocks. The face of Tabletop is mostly large loose gravel and exposed rocks towards the summit. There is a circuit at the summit of the mountain circuit that takes you all the way around the mountain top showing off an exceptional view.
Table Top Mountain rises 700m above sea level. The mountain is renowned for its flat peak on which for some unknown reason, no trees grow. Table Top Park is one of the smaller escarpment parks, but it’s definitely one of the best.
Table Top is an area of high significance to traditional owners, recognised in the Aboriginal Cultural Heritage Register and protected under the Aboriginal Cultural Heritage Act 2003. The route to the summit is not maintained and could result in potential safety concerns. You are respectfully requested to consider your decision to climb this mountain. Read more...
Western trails
Irongate
Irongate Walking Circuit
Best for: Bushwalking
Classification: Grade 2
Distance: 1,200m return
Walking time: Approximately 20 minutes
Description: The walk starts near the park entrance with an easy grade gravel track that winds its way through different vegetation. Signage helps identify the local plants and trees. Look out for the many species of reptiles, birds and other fauna living in the area. Read more...
Millmerran
Mount Basalt Circuit
Best for: Bushwalking
Classification: Grade 4
Distance: 559m loop
Walking time: Approximately 55 minutes
Description: There is a loop track along with a summit climb. The short walk to the saddle is easy going. Be prepared for a bit of rock hopping as the tracks to the summit cross basalt columns of about 25cm in diameter. Read more...
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Toowoomba city showcases its unique historical precincts through a series of heritage walks. The walks take in the architectural styles of the cultural and legal precinct where significant buildings such as the Courthouse, Post Office, Empire Theatre, churches and hotels can be seen. Another discovery walk focuses on the city's early development around the Mort Estate, Russell Street and the suburb of Newtown.
