List of Bushwalks in Brisbane

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Starting from Bellbird Grove Road, Enoggera Reservoir, this circuit walk visits the historical mines of Bellbird Grove that date back to the 1860s, providing information about the area through signposts spread along the track. You’ll be exploring the dense lively forest as you go back more than 150 years, visiting the various gold mines in the area. Keep an eye out for sulphur-crested cockatoos and eastern whipbirds in the canopy. If you’re here in spring, expect a colourful blanket of wildflowers around. The creeks and streams are best viewed after some decent rainfall. Keep in mind that this track involves steps in steep sections to ease the ascent/descent. Let us begin by acknowledging the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Golden Boulder Circuit

1.6 km circuit

30 min to 1 h

Golden Boulder Circuit

Ruins

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Tingalpa Creek Reserve Circuit

Tingalpa Creek Reserve Circuit

2.9 km circuit

30 min to 1 h 15 min

Starting from the end of Chadwell Street, Chandler, this walk takes you on a circuit in the Tingalpa Creek Reserve via multiple tracks. Expect a leisurely stroll in a scenic and lively woodland, with gorgeous creek views and plenty of picnic tables along the track. The viewing platform is also a fishing platform which provides you a fish cleaning station and a tangler bin(for unwanted strings). The aforementioned picnic tables are in the shade as well as most of the track. The green scenery around you is home to many animals including wallabies and koalas. The relatively short distance from Brisbane you need to travel combined with the flat gradient makes this a great option for a family outing. As a plus, you can take your dog with you as well considering he/she is on a leash. Keep an ear out for horse riders throughout the track. An insect repellent may come in handy against the sandflies and midges. Let us begin by acknowledging the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Sankey's Mountain Circuit

Sankey's Mountain Circuit

3.1 km circuit

1 h to 1 h 30 min

Starting from the Brisbane Metropolitan Touch Association Car Park, Camp Hill, this walk takes you on a circuit in the woodland of Whites Hill Reserve, visiting the summit of Sankey’s Mountain along the way. Enjoy a pleasant walk through the forest that gives you glimpses of Brisbane here and there, leading up to a much better view from the summit lookout. The lively woodland is home to koalas and interesting bird species such as the Yellow-tailed black cockatoo and Collared sparrowhawk, so keep an eye on treetops. You can make this a regular walk as the reserve is located in the city and allows dogs on leash, making it an alternative to Mount Coot-tha walks. Although, the ease of access means more people on track so come on a weekday to have a more secluded experience. Let us begin by acknowledging the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Devils Break & Centre Road Circuit

Devils Break & Centre Road Circuit

6 km circuit

2 h to 3 h

Starting from Chalcot Road, Anstead, this walk takes you on a circuit in the eastern part of the Moggill Conservation Park mostly via the Devils Break and Centre Road tracks, potentially visiting Pullen Creek along the way. Embark on a peaceful journey through the scenic woodland of Moggill Conservation Park. Keep an eye out for the black-chinned honeyeater and the black-breasted button-quail as you make your way through the thin trees. Besides the rare bird species, bandicoots and koalas reside in the area as well. You’ll be able to get great views of Ipswich and Brisbane from the higher parts of the track. Hiking poles may come in handy for the steep descents. The signage may be poor in parts, so come prepared. Let us begin by acknowledging the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Brisbane Botanic Gardens to Mount Coot-Tha

Brisbane Botanic Gardens to Mount Coot-Tha

7.2 km return

2 h 45 min to 4 h

1 h 45 min to 2 h 30 min

Starting from the bus stop near the Sir Thomas Brisbane Planetarium, Mount Coot-Tha Botanic Gardens, this walk takes you to the summit of Mount Coot-Tha mostly via the Spotted Gum Trail. The said trail has majestic Spotted Gum Trees along it, which are home to cockatoos as well as other animal species. Keep an eye out for goshawks as well, you might see one if you get lucky. Expect a great scenery as you make your way through the peaceful eucalypt forest. You’ll be crossing the branches of Toowong Creek which are best viewed after some decent rain. The summit has almost everything you need; panoramic views over Brisbane, a restaurant & a cafe, and of course the much-needed toilet facilities. Keep in mind that you’ll only be able to access this trail between 8AM and 4PM. Although dogs are allowed on leash in Mount Coot-Tha Reserve, the botanic gardens does not allow them. Let us begin by acknowledging the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Starting from Chalcot Road, Anstead, this walk takes you on a circuit in the woodland of Moggill Conservation Park, crossing Little Ugly Creek and Pullen Creek along the way. Expect a quiet and serene walk amidst thin, picturesque trees. The sound of eastern whipbirds will accompany you throughout the track, but you’ll have a chance to spot rare bird species such as the black-breasted button-quail and black-chinned honeyeater as well. The lively forest is also home to koalas, bandicoots and lace monitors, so have that camera ready at all times. Parts of the track are quite steep and slippery, so grippy hiking boots with ankle support are recommended. Hiking poles may come in handy as well. Try to avoid the track after decent rainfall as the creek crossings may become dangerous due to the water level and speed. Let us begin by acknowledging the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Moggill CP Circuit

7.9 km circuit

2 h 30 min to 4 h

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Camp Mountain & Bellbird Grove Circuit

Camp Mountain & Bellbird Grove Circuit

9 km circuit

3 h to 4 h 30 min

1 h 30 min to 2 h 30 min

Starting from South McLean Road, Camp Mountain, this circuit walk takes you to the summit of Camp Mountain and Bellbird Grove Day Use Area, exploring the woodland of D’Aguilar National Park along the way. You’ll be welcomed by the exceptional views of Brisbane and Moreton Bay from the lookout, along with the gorgeous Samford Valley in the distance. Remember to lift your head up every once in a while as you hike along the scenic tracks and keep an eye out for the beehives on trees. You can stop for a peaceful picnic in the Bellbird Grove area and make use of the big space with your kids/friends. There may be closures of certain tracks due to controlled burns, so please check them beforehand. Look out for cars along the narrow twisty road section of the track. Let us begin by acknowledging the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Enoggera South Boundary Circuit

Enoggera South Boundary Circuit

11.3 km circuit

3 h 30 min to 5 h 30 min

11.3 km

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Walk

3 h 30 min to 5 h 30 min

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1 h 45 min to 2 h 45 min

Starting from the end of Payne Road, The Gap, this walk takes you on a circuit in the southern side of the reservoir mostly via the South Boundary Road and Reservoir Tracks. Start with a peaceful forest hike including a couple of steep parts, then descend to the foreshore of the reservoir for a lovely change of scenery, Here, you’ll be accompanied with various bird species along with other wildlife. Expect picturesque views of the reservoir as you walk along the lakeside track. Additionally, you can get to the other side of the dam and cool off in the designated swimming area. The tracks are mostly shaded but remember to bring lots of water just in case. Take extra care in steep declines and keep in mind that the lakeside track can be muddy in parts. Let us begin by acknowledging the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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