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Popular Walks
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Table Top Loop
(213 ticks) -
Pardalote Walk
(35 ticks) -
Grasstree Track - Eagle's Nest Trail Loop, Redwood Park
(31 ticks) -
Mt Peel Walking Tracks
(17 ticks) -
Highfields Falls Walking Trails
(15 ticks)
Parent Regions
Popular Walks
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Table Top Loop
(213 ticks) -
Pardalote Walk
(35 ticks) -
Grasstree Track - Eagle's Nest Trail Loop, Redwood Park
(31 ticks) -
Mt Peel Walking Tracks
(17 ticks) -
Highfields Falls Walking Trails
(15 ticks)
Parent Regions
Walks in Toowoomba
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
1.5
km
one-way
Hell Hole Track and Falls
A short steep track through bush to a little creek and falls.
3
km
return
1
hr
Highfields Falls Walking Trails
A small network of well-maintained walking tracks through eucalypt forest, accessed from three trailheads. Highlights include a small waterfall (accessible the top and the base) and a shady gully where stepping-stones lead across a creek crossing. Excellent birdwatching opportunities.
Each of the circuits has its own difficulty rating, ranging from Grade 2/Easy -Grade 4/Hard (includes some steep sections, natural stone stairs + slip hazards). In general, these walks are appealing to walkers of all ages, and most fitness levels.
600
m
return
15
mins
J.E. Duggan Park - Wallaby Walk and Sensory Trail
J.E. Duggan Park is a pocket of urban bushland on the southern edge of the Toowoomba escarpment, with two lookouts over the Lockyer Valley and Mt Meewah/Tabletop Mountain. This park has been upgraded to include two wheelchair accessible tracks, braille information signs and a sensory trail that can is accessible for walkers with a visual impairment. The picnic and toilet facilities are also wheelchair accessible.
