Summary

Boarding NSW and SA, this region is known for its ...

History

Any interesting history for the region?

Features

What are the standout bushwalking features?

Access

How do you get there? Include all access points if there are many?

Maps

Which maps cover the region?

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 Sundown National Park

Easy

500 m return

30 mins

Red Rock Gorge Lookout Track

A short walk from Red Rock Gorge Campground to the Red Rock Gorge Lookout where Red Rock Falls flows in the wet.

Easy

90 mins

Western Circuit

A fairly easy but very picturesque walk. Lots of wildlife, beautiful wildflowers and eucalypts.

Walks in Toowoomba

Easy

1.9 km one-way

1 hr

Pardalote Walk

This walk connects several main features of Picnic Point Parklands. It starts from Lions Park (the rocket ship playground) then passes a lookout and a waterfall before leading along the edge of the escarpment with views out over the Lockyer Valley. It then proceeds downhill through eucalypt forest to reach the new upgraded lookout at the bottom of Tobruk Memorial Drive.

Officially listed as Grade 3/Medium difficulty (some uneven surfaces and steep inclines), this track is interesting and achievable for walkers of all ages with a moderate fitness level.

Easy

7.5 km one-way

2.5 hrs

East Creek Park

An easy walk through connecting parks along the reserve of East Creek in Toowoomba.

Medium

1.7 m return

45 mins

Fantail Walk

This walk zig-zags 80m down the face of the Toowoomba Range. It has a bitumen surface for most of the way, and includes a flight of metal grate stairs. It is great for bird watching and has views out to the South East and Mt Table Top.

Officially listed as Grade 3/Medium difficulty (includes an 80m change in elevation + stairs), this track is suitable for walkers with a moderate fitness level.

Medium

2.12 km one-way

50 mins

Firetail Walk

This walk zig-zags down the Toowoomba Range, starting from Lions Park (behind the rocket ship playground). It is well shaded for most of the way and provides an opportunity for birdwatching.

Officially listed as Grade 3/Medium (160m change in elevation over 2km), this track is suitable for walkers with a moderate fitness level.

Hard

4 km

2 hrs

Grasstree Track - Eagle's Nest Trail Loop, Redwood Park

This loop starts from the Redwood Park trailhead near the bottom of the Toowoomba Range. It is a moderately challenging walk through eucalypt forest, with views towards Mount Table Top & Picnic Point. It is possible to extend your walk by following the marked side-track to the Ferny Gully Circuit (approx. 2km return). The archaeological dig site at the Eagles Nest Men's Camp historical is also located off Eagle's Nest Trail (trailhead unsigned). Caution: slippery after rain.

Officially listed as Grade 4 difficulty (includes some steep sections, loose/ slippery/boggy surfaces + limited signage), this track is suitable for walkers/runners with a moderate-high fitness level.

Hard

7 km return

2.5 hrs

Grasstree Track + Bridle Trail + Redwood Forest Walk Loop, Redwood Park

This challenging loop starts from the Redwood Park trailhead near the bottom of the Toowoomba Range. It leads through eucalypt forest and dry vine scrub with views towards Mount Meewah/Table Top & Picnic Point. Caution: slippery after rain.

Officially listed as Grade 4/Hard difficulty (includes some steep sections, loose/ slippery/boggy surfaces + limited signage), this track is suitable for walkers/runners with a moderate-high fitness level.

Easy

1.2 km return

30 mins

Hancock Street Park Walking Circuit

A short, shady walking trail through urban bushland. The dirt track is flat and well maintained but may be muddy after rain. This park is home to some interesting bird and plant life.

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

Medium

1.5 km one-way

Hell Hole Track and Falls

A short steep track through bush to a little creek and falls.