Summary

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History

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Features

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Access

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Maps

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Council Areas:

1. Bulloo Shire
2. Quilpie Shire
3. Paroo Shire
4. Murweh Shire
5. Balonne Shire
6. Maranoa Regional
7. Goondiwindi Gegional
8. Western Downs Regional
9. Toowoomba Regional
10. Souther Downs Regional

Contact details

See QLD National Parks

Walks in Darling Downs South West

Easy

1.2 km return

20 mins

Irongate Conservation Park

This loop track circles through brigalow, belah and eucalypt forest, with regular signage describing the native plants throughout the park. The dirt path is flat and clear to follow, and the park is home to many species of birds and reptiles.

Officially listed as Grade 2/Easy difficulty, this track is suitable for all ages and fitness levels.

Easy

4.4 km return

90 mins

Lake Broadwater

This track joins the two campgrounds. It starts just west of the campground and the lake and make its way around the lake before heading towards Wilga Bush Camp. There are lots of birds in the area. The track is mostly sandy but easy to follow. It passes the old dingo fence. There is also a lot of signage identifying trees.

Easy

7.2 km return

2 hrs

Lake Broadwater The Hide

This track along the lake's shore joins the two camping areas and down to the Hide. It passes the remains of a dingo fence built in the 1860s for St Ruth Station and promises you an abundance of bird and waterbird life.

Medium

7.5 km return

3 hrs

Lake Cressbrook Walking Track - Day Use Area to Full Circuit

This track starts at the Day Use Area at the end of Cressbrook Dam Access Rd, and connects to a network of trails through eucalypt bushland behind the camping ground. Great opportunity for birdwatching with many stretches overlooking the dam.

Officially listed as Grade 3/Medium difficulty (including rough surfaces, some inclines + limited signage in parts), this track is suitable for people with a moderate fitness level.

Easy

1.5 m return

45 mins

Meat Ant Park

Good for a stop and stretch your legs, when travelling on the Landsborough (Matilda) Highway between Barcaldine and Charleville or Roma, with a short stroll along the levee.

Hard

1 km return

30 mins

Mt Basalt

This unique geological and environmental area features rare volcanic formations and a few walking tracks that including rock-scrambling and lookouts with spectacular views.

Note: Officially listed as Grade 4/Hard (steep incline + scrambling + loose surface), this trail can still be a fun adventure for the whole family - please take caution near cliff-edges and wear suitable footwear.

Easy

600 m return

30 mins

Mt Marlay Lookout & Summit Loop

A short loop walk around the summit with views in each direction.

Medium

7.2 km return

70 mins

Munroe Tramway

An easy, well-maintained walk through bushland and farmland, including some short sections that join up with the dirt road.

Interpretive signs tell the history of the Munroe Tramway, and some lovely views/birdwatching opportunities.

Officially listed as Grade 3/Medium difficulty (including some uneven surfaces and mild inclines), this track is suitable for walkers of most ages and fitness levels.

Easy

5 km return

1 hr

Quart Pot Creek Trails

Trails around Quart Pot Creek in the Quart Pot Creek Parklands in the centre of Stanthorpe.

Easy

5.3 km return

2 hrs

Riverbank Walkway

Car weary legs will appreciate this stretch of shady riverbank walkway flanking the town. A star feature, the Riverbank Walkway includes the Jack Taylor Weir and Andrew Nixon Bridge at the far end, with its commemorative stone to mark Sir Thomas Mitchell’s crossing of the Balonne River on St George’s Day back in 1846. Along the riverbank walkway, markers showcases the flood heights and history of the swollen Balonne River from years gone by.