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Brisbane’s forests

The forests and reserves of Brisbane make a great day trip for bushwalking, birdwatching or experiencing Brisbane’s natural environment. Most reserves are easily accessible and are the perfect spot for mountain bike riding, walking, picnics and observing the wildlife of Brisbane.

Travel time:

The reserves and forests are scattered across the city, but are all about 30 minutes drive or less from the city centre. Some are accessible by public transport.

Travel options:

Most locations around Brisbane are accessible via public transport. Look for bus, train and ferry options in our Getting Around section.

Highlights:

North

• Brisbane Forest Park

  Located at The Gap has 14 separate recreation areas, with over 30 kilometres of walking tracks and 60 kilometres of tourist roads.

• Banks Street Reserve

  Banks Street, Alderley.
  This reserve has walking tracks, sporting fields and playgrounds.

• Chermside Hills Reserve and Downfall Creek Bushland Centre

  Raven Street and Rode Road, McDowall.
  Situated along the Mountains to Mangrove corridor, there are well marked trails, an educational centre and barbeques. There are often environmental activities and events held here.

South

• Toohey Forest

  Toohey Road, Tarragindi.
  Just 10 kilometres south of downtown Brisbane, Toohey Forest and reserve has extensive walking tracks through open forest and heath. You get fantastic 360 degree views of Brisbane from Mt Gravatt lookout.

• Karawatha Forest

  Acacia Road, Karawatha
  Karawatha forest is home to a number of threatened and endangered species. The 9 kilometres of walking tracks range in length from 1 kilometre to 2.5 kilometres.

East

• Brisbane Koala Bushland

  Alperton Park, Burbank
  Home to up to 5000 koalas, Brisbane Koala Bushland area is one of the most important koala habitats in Australia. There is a trail accessible to wheelchairs and strollers.

• Hemmant Quarry Reserve

  Fleming Road, Hemmant
  This 24 hectare reserve has attractive picnic facilities and walking tracks. More information about Hemmant Quarry Reserve.

• Seven Hills Reserve

  Latina Avenue, Seven Hills
  51 hectares of open eucalyptus forest with good walking tracks.

• White Hills Reserve

  Boundary Road, Camp Hill
  171 hectares of nature-based and sport-based attractions, including walking tracks, lookouts, footbridges, playgrounds and picnic areas.

West

• Anstead Bushland

  Hawkesbury Road, Anstead
  A natural gem, measuring 80 hectares.

• Mt Coot-tha Forest

  Sir Samuel Griffith Drive, Mt Coot-tha
  Only 15 minutes from the centre of Brisbane, Mt Coot-tha Forest is one of Brisbane’s largest natural areas with more than 15 000 hectares of open eucalypt forest, with walking and mountain bike tracks, barbeques and picnic facilities. Mt Coot-tha lookout has sweeping views of the city, Moreton Bay and the southern ranges. A coffee shop and restaurant make it a good spot to stop.

• National Parks and State Forests

  There are quite a few national parks and state forests in South East Queensland. Many are in or close to the Brisbane region and easily reached in a day trip.

More information:

Brisbane City Council Call Centre (24 hours)

Phone:
(07) 3403 8888

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