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Try the right track for you Whether you are taking the family for a stroll or seeking some adrenalin-charged adventure, Ipswich’s conservation estates and reserves have a range of great options.

Ipswich Enviroplan funds nature-based recreation trails and facilities in conservation estates and reserves.

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WATER TOWER CIRCUIT Denmark Hill Conservation Reserve Shaded sealed pathways lead through native bushland to the water tower, which provides views across Ipswich and four mountain ranges.

YADDAMUN TRAIL White Rock – Spring Mountain Conservation Estate

FLINDERS PEAK HIKING TRACK Flinders - Goolman Conservation Estate (via Flinders Plum)

With some steep inclines and rough surfaces, make sure you are prepared for this 19km return walk. The trail is also open to mountain bikes and horse riders.

Experienced walkers should allow a full day to reach the summit and return safely. It has steep inclines, cliff edges and limited signage.

WILLY WAGTAIL CIRCUIT Haig Street Quarry Bushland Reserve The sealed trail meanders through the native forest. One end connects to a playground and BBQ area, great for young families.

LEWIS THOMAS HISTORICAL TRAIL Castle Hill Blackstone Reserve

FLINDERS GOOLMAN TRAIL Flinders – Goolman Conservation Estate (via Hardings Paddock) Advanced mountain bike riders can tackle this very difficult trail, which is 19km one way. Horse riders can also do part of the track.

This must-do trail meanders through the mining history of the site. There are still open mine tunnels, hand- dug shafts and cracks that emit heat from underground coal fires.

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