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Welcome to the Koala Bushland Coordinated Conservation Area Located in Logan and Redland cities Nestled between Brisbane and the Gold Coast, the Koala Bushland Coordinated Conservation Area (KBCCA) is a forested oasis surrounded by urban development—protecting important koala habitat while also being one of South East Queensland’s most significant recreation hubs. Escape the city to walk, mountain bike and horseride through tall eucalypt forest and sun-dappled melaleuca wetlands. A world-class recreational trail network allows you to explore vibrant bushland in every direction. Enjoy a barbecue lunch in one of the shady picnic areas with open grassy spaces to run wild. If you’re lucky, you’ll be joined by one of the resident red-necked wallabies. For more wildlife spotting, head to the Daisy Hill Koala Centre for an up-close encounter with live koalas and tree-top views from the tower. The KBCCA protects a variety of ecosystems— adjacent to the urban landscape—providing habitat for wildlife such as red-necked wallabies, glossy black-cockatoos, greater gliders and of course koalas. It’s also a recreational hub with something for everyone to enjoy, including bushwalking, mountain-bike riding, horseriding, picnicking and wildlife watching. As one of the managers of the area, the challenge for us is ensuring the balance is right between maintaining the KBCCA’s important natural values, carefully managing sustainable recreational opportunities and ensuring threats from invasive weeds, pest animals and wildfire are kept in check. In partnership with local councils, and with ongoing assistance from the community, our ultimate aim is to ensure the area is conserved for future generations to enjoy. The KBCCA offers plenty of options to get close to nature. Don’t delay, start planning your next nature escape today! Senior Ranger Andy Dutton Ways to explore Get out and explore the KBCCA your way! With an extensive network of recreational trails you can spin the wheels of your mountain bike, ride on horseback or stretch your legs with a bushwalk. Some trails are designated as single-use specifically for walkers or mountain-bike riders, while others are shared trails and open to walkers, mountain-bike riders and horseriders. Check out the map for details. The KBCCA protects important koala habitat. Maxime Coquard © Qld Govt Mountain-bike riding and horseriding are not permitted in Venman Bushland National Park or in the day-use areas of Daisy Hill Conservation Park. Visitors can enjoy bushwalking with their dogs on shared trails only. Dogs must be kept on a leash at all times. Dogs are not allowed in Venman Bushland National Park. Be careful and courteous toward other trail users and follow the give-way code. The give-way code Cyclists give way to horses and walkers. Walkers give way to horses. Mountain-bike riders, horseriders, joggers and bushwalkers can discover the natural surrounds of the KBCCA on a network of recreational trails. (Left) © Qld Govt; (above) Anna Osetroff © Qld Govt Andy Dutton © Qld Govt

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Page 1: Koala Bushland Coordinated Conservation Area Discovery Guide · Koala Bushland Coordinated Conservation Area Located in Logan and Redland cities Nestled between Brisbane and the Gold

Stretch your legs on the network of shared trails or enjoy one of the specific walking tracks.

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The KBCCA provides a home for many wildlife species such as koalas, powerful owls, greater gliders and tusked frogs.

(Far left) © Qld Govt; (both middle) © Matt Wright; © John Augusteyn

Connect with Queensland National Parks

qld.gov.au/nationalparks

qldnationalparks

@QldParks; #QldParks

Welcome to the Koala Bushland Coordinated Conservation AreaLocated in Logan and Redland cities

Nestled between Brisbane and the Gold Coast, the Koala Bushland Coordinated Conservation Area (KBCCA) is a forested oasis surrounded by urban development—protecting important koala habitat while also being one of South East Queensland’s most significant recreation hubs.

Escape the city to walk, mountain bike and horseride through tall eucalypt forest and sun-dappled melaleuca wetlands. A world-class recreational trail network allows you to explore vibrant bushland in every direction. Enjoy a barbecue lunch in one of the shady picnic areas with open grassy spaces to run wild. If you’re lucky, you’ll be joined by one of the resident red-necked wallabies. For more wildlife spotting, head to the Daisy Hill Koala Centre for an up-close encounter with live koalas and tree-top views from the tower.

The KBCCA protects a variety of ecosystems— adjacent to the urban landscape—providing habitat for wildlife such as red-necked wallabies, glossy black-cockatoos, greater gliders and of course koalas. It’s also a recreational hub with something for everyone to enjoy, including bushwalking, mountain-bike riding, horseriding, picnicking and wildlife watching.

As one of the managers of the area, the challenge for us is ensuring the balance is right between maintaining the KBCCA’s important natural values, carefully managing sustainable recreational opportunities and ensuring threats from invasive weeds, pest animals and wildfire are kept in check. In partnership with local councils, and with ongoing assistance from the community, our ultimate aim is to ensure the area is conserved for future generations to enjoy.

The KBCCA offers plenty of options to get close to nature. Don’t delay, start planning your next nature escape today!

Senior Ranger Andy Dutton

Ways to exploreGet out and explore the KBCCA your way! With an extensive network of recreational trails you can spin the wheels of your mountain bike, ride on horseback or stretch your legs with a bushwalk. Some trails are designated as single-use specifically for walkers or mountain-bike riders, while others are shared trails and open to walkers, mountain-bike riders and horseriders. Check out the map for details.

Mountain-bike riding For those looking for two-wheeled adventure, the KBCCA has kilometres of premier recreational trails.

The mountain-bike only trails are built to international standards, offering a good mix of levels for all riders. Explore hillsides of eucalypt forest on an easy, early morning ride or challenge yourself with berms on tight corners and tree roots.

The KBCCA’s shared trails are wider and easier to ride. Some of the shared trails are for walkers and mountain-bike riders only, while others are shared trails open to walkers, mountain-bike riders and horseriders. Each trail entry has a sign indicating which recreational activities are permitted.

Ride safelyWe want you to get the best out of your ride.

• Always wear a helmet.• Ride within your ability and according to trail conditions.• Slow down or stop when approaching other trail users.

Follow the give-way code.• Slow down when riding over water bars (whoa-boys) on

shared trails—excess speed can cause loss of control and may result in injury.

• Avoid riding in large groups—keep groups to less than 12.• Avoid skidding and sliding around turns—this causes trail

damage and may result in a collision with other trail users.• Avoid riding during and after rain when trails are soft, wet

and muddy. • Stay on marked trails—riding over vegetation, taking

shortcuts and forming new trails damages plants and wildlife habitat.

• Respect areas closed to riding.

Horseriding Horseriders can also explore the natural surrounds of the KBCCA on a network of shared recreational trails. These well-maintained trails cater for riders of easy to moderate experience, with rides ranging from a few hundred metres up to nine kilometres or longer if you combine trails. Enjoy a relaxed, meandering ride through the area’s magnificent bushland, keeping an eye out for snoozing koalas in the branches above. Settle into the saddle with nothing but you, your horse and the wildlife around you.

WalkingTake a short, gentle stroll along the Paperbark trail in Daisy Hill Conservation Park. Wind along the easy-grade path and boardwalk, through cool melaleuca wetlands fed by a natural spring. Stop to read the signs along the way and find out why melaleucas are marvellous! This trail is wheelchair accessible, some assistance may be required along the boardwalk section.

If you’re looking to stretch your legs a bit, head out on the Tree Discovery trail in Daisy Hill Conservation Park. Explore fragrant open eucalypt forest while discovering how extraordinary these trees are from signs along the way.

Venture out to Venman Bushland National Park and explore two creek-side bushwalks. The shorter Tingalpa Creek circuit is perfect for families with children. Wander along the scenic banks of Tingalpa Creek, through melaleuca swamp and open eucalypt forest with several creeks to rock-hop across.

Branching off the Tingalpa Creek circuit, the Venman circuit is a longer walk following Tingalpa Creek through lowland rainforest, paperbark swamp and open eucalypt forest.

There is also a network of shared trails throughout the KBCCA to explore by foot. You may encounter mountain-bike riders and horseriders on these trails. For your safety, walkers should give way to horses. See the map for more details.

More to discover

PicnickingDay-use areas at Daisy Hill Conservation Park and Venman Bushland National Park are popular picnic spots. Enjoy a bush picnic at the barbecues and tables provided. If you’re lucky, you’ll be joined by the resident red-necked wallabies as they graze the open grassy spaces.

Nature PlayDaisy Hill Conservation Park is a great place to get your kids into Nature Play—outdoor, free play. The day-use area features two options—Wild Nature Play and Indigenous Games—to engage your kids with the nature around them. Find out more at www.natureplayqld.org.au.

Daisy Hill Koala CentreVisit the Daisy Hill Koala Centre to see live koalas up close. Through educational and interactive displays and presentations by wildlife officers, you’ll learn all about these fascinating Australian animals and how to help protect them. The Daisy Hill Koala Centre is open seven days a week from 9am to 4pm (except Christmas Day, New Year’s Day and Good Friday).

Explore safely Make your visit to the KBCCA memorable for the right reasons.

• Stay on the trails and follow signs to avoid getting lost. Tell a friend about your walking plans and never walk alone.

• Protect yourself—wear sturdy shoes, a hat, protective clothing and sunscreen.

• Wear insect repellent to help prevent tick and other insect bites or stings, and scratches.

• Do not disturb snakes—give them space and wait for them to move on. Some snakes are dangerous. If bitten, seek medical attention immediately.

• Obey signs—they are in place to protect you and the park.• Carry water, a mobile phone and first-aid kit.• Never dive or jump into water—it may be shallow or hide

submerged obstructions.• Take care of your property. Do not leave valuables in

parked cars in case of theft.

Caring for the KBCCAHelp protect the KBCCA for the future enjoyment of others and the survival of native plants and animals living here.

• Please don’t take or disturb plants or animals. Everything within the KBCCA is protected.

• Stay on the designated trails. Shortcutting causes erosion, damages plants and can be dangerous on steep slopes.

• Please take your rubbish home. There are no bins provided.

• Let animals find their natural food. Human food can make native animals susceptible to disease, and can cause overpopulation and aggressive behaviour.

• Show consideration for other visitors and keep noise to a minimum.

Protecting wetlands and wildlifeProtecting the headwaters of Tingalpa Creek, Buhot Creek and their tributaries, the area’s riparian forest provides vital habitat for turtles, water rats, platypus, water dragons and frogs, including the vulnerable tusked frog.

Open eucalypt forests, melaleuca wetland and patches of lowland rainforest are home to possums, gliders, powerful owls, glossy black-cockatoos, swamp and red-necked wallabies, and a variety of reptiles and other birds.

As the name suggests, the KBCCA also protects important koala habitat. As you explore, look for tell-tale scratch marks left by resident koalas on their food trees—tallowwood, small-fruited grey gum, Queensland blue gum, red mahogany and Queensland white stringybark.

Working together for conservationBorn from a common concern to protect the area’s natural values, the Queensland Government, Logan City Council and Redland City Council forged a formal, long-term conservation agreement in 1996, creating Queensland’s first coordinated conservation area—the Koala Bushland Coordinated Conservation Area (KBCCA).

Bringing together Daisy Hill Conservation Park and Koala Centre, Venman Bushland National Park, Neville Lawrie Reserve, Don and Christine Burnett Conservation Area and Ford Road Conservation Area, the KBCCA covers over 1,500ha of remnant bushland, making it one of the largest protected areas between Brisbane and the Gold Coast.

The area is cooperatively managed to:

• protect koalas and their habitat• protect freshwater stream plant and animal communities• keep bushland catchments clean• provide opportunity for environmentally compatible,

nature-based recreation and education.

This brochure has been printed with support from the Logan City Council and the Redland City Council. For council information visit www.logan.qld.gov.au or www.redland.qld.gov.au

The KBCCA protects important koala habitat.

Maxime Coquard © Qld Govt

Mountain-bike riding and horseriding are not permitted in Venman Bushland National Park or in the day-use areas of Daisy Hill Conservation Park.

Visitors can enjoy bushwalking with their dogs on shared trails only. Dogs must be kept on a leash at all times. Dogs are not allowed in Venman Bushland National Park.

Be careful and courteous toward other trail users and follow the give-way code.

The give-way code• Cyclists give way to horses and walkers.• Walkers give way to horses.

Mountain-bike riders, horseriders, joggers and bushwalkers can

discover the natural surrounds of the KBCCA on a network of recreational trails.

(Left) © Qld Govt; (above) Anna Osetroff © Qld Govt

Enjoy a mountain-bike adventure along kilometres

of trails in the KBCCA.Anna Osetroff © Qld Govt

Emergency markersA system of emergency markers is in place throughout the KBCCA trail network. Please take notice of these for your location in case of an emergency.

In an emergency call Triple Zero (000) and if possible, recite the closest emergency marker code to assist emergency services with a location. Mobile coverage may be limited or unavailable.

Visit the Daisy Hill Koala

Centre to see live koalas up close.© Visible Focus

The Queensland Government works together with local councils and

volunteers to maintain the KBCCA.© Qld Govt

Enjoy a barbecue or picnic at Daisy Hill’s day-use area.

Anna Osetroff © Qld Govt

Photo (front cover): KBCCA shared trail network.Anna Osetroff © Qld GovtPhoto (this page): Paperbark trail. Jodie Bray © Qld Govt

Follow signs and maps to avoid getting lost.

Anna Osetroff © Qld Govt

Explore the KBCCA shared trail network on horseback.

Monique Shepherd © Qld Govt

Andy Dutton© Qld Govt

Red-necked wallabies graze in the open grassy day-use areas.

Anna Osetroff © Qld Govt

Koala Bushland Coordinated

Conservation Area

©State of Queensland 2018. Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service, Department of Environment and Science. BP225 March 2018. Printed on eco-friendly paper to save energy and resources.

Page 2: Koala Bushland Coordinated Conservation Area Discovery Guide · Koala Bushland Coordinated Conservation Area Located in Logan and Redland cities Nestled between Brisbane and the Gold

Stretch your legs on the network of shared trails or enjoy one of the specific walking tracks.

© Visible Focus

Rochedale

BurbankSheldon

MountCotton

California C

k

Redland Bay

Carbrook

MoretonBay

Loganholme

Logan River

Kingston

Loganlea

Bethania

SlacksCreek

Pac

ific

ThornlandsVictoria

PointPriestdale

Springwood

Daisy Hill

Cornubia

Shailer Park

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Beenleigh–Redland Bay Rd

Loga

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The KBCCA provides a home for many wildlife species such as koalas, powerful owls, greater gliders and tusked frogs.

(Far left) © Qld Govt; (both middle) © Matt Wright; © John Augusteyn

Connect with Queensland National Parks

qld.gov.au/nationalparks

qldnationalparks

@QldParks; #QldParks

Welcome to the Koala Bushland Coordinated Conservation AreaLocated in Logan and Redland cities

Nestled between Brisbane and the Gold Coast, the Koala Bushland Coordinated Conservation Area (KBCCA) is a forested oasis surrounded by urban development—protecting important koala habitat while also being one of South East Queensland’s most significant recreation hubs.

Escape the city to walk, mountain bike and horseride through tall eucalypt forest and sun-dappled melaleuca wetlands. A world-class recreational trail network allows you to explore vibrant bushland in every direction. Enjoy a barbecue lunch in one of the shady picnic areas with open grassy spaces to run wild. If you’re lucky, you’ll be joined by one of the resident red-necked wallabies. For more wildlife spotting, head to the Daisy Hill Koala Centre for an up-close encounter with live koalas and tree-top views from the tower.

The KBCCA protects a variety of ecosystems— adjacent to the urban landscape—providing habitat for wildlife such as red-necked wallabies, glossy black-cockatoos, greater gliders and of course koalas. It’s also a recreational hub with something for everyone to enjoy, including bushwalking, mountain-bike riding, horseriding, picnicking and wildlife watching.

As one of the managers of the area, the challenge for us is ensuring the balance is right between maintaining the KBCCA’s important natural values, carefully managing sustainable recreational opportunities and ensuring threats from invasive weeds, pest animals and wildfire are kept in check. In partnership with local councils, and with ongoing assistance from the community, our ultimate aim is to ensure the area is conserved for future generations to enjoy.

The KBCCA offers plenty of options to get close to nature. Don’t delay, start planning your next nature escape today!

Senior Ranger Andy Dutton

Ways to exploreGet out and explore the KBCCA your way! With an extensive network of recreational trails you can spin the wheels of your mountain bike, ride on horseback or stretch your legs with a bushwalk. Some trails are designated as single-use specifically for walkers or mountain-bike riders, while others are shared trails and open to walkers, mountain-bike riders and horseriders. Check out the map for details.

Mountain-bike riding For those looking for two-wheeled adventure, the KBCCA has kilometres of premier recreational trails.

The mountain-bike only trails are built to international standards, offering a good mix of levels for all riders. Explore hillsides of eucalypt forest on an easy, early morning ride or challenge yourself with berms on tight corners and tree roots.

The KBCCA’s shared trails are wider and easier to ride. Some of the shared trails are for walkers and mountain-bike riders only, while others are shared trails open to walkers, mountain-bike riders and horseriders. Each trail entry has a sign indicating which recreational activities are permitted.

Ride safelyWe want you to get the best out of your ride.

• Always wear a helmet.• Ride within your ability and according to trail conditions.• Slow down or stop when approaching other trail users.

Follow the give-way code.• Slow down when riding over water bars (whoa-boys) on

shared trails—excess speed can cause loss of control and may result in injury.

• Avoid riding in large groups—keep groups to less than 12.• Avoid skidding and sliding around turns—this causes trail

damage and may result in a collision with other trail users.• Avoid riding during and after rain when trails are soft, wet

and muddy. • Stay on marked trails—riding over vegetation, taking

shortcuts and forming new trails damages plants and wildlife habitat.

• Respect areas closed to riding.

Horseriding Horseriders can also explore the natural surrounds of the KBCCA on a network of shared recreational trails. These well-maintained trails cater for riders of easy to moderate experience, with rides ranging from a few hundred metres up to nine kilometres or longer if you combine trails. Enjoy a relaxed, meandering ride through the area’s magnificent bushland, keeping an eye out for snoozing koalas in the branches above. Settle into the saddle with nothing but you, your horse and the wildlife around you.

WalkingTake a short, gentle stroll along the Paperbark trail in Daisy Hill Conservation Park. Wind along the easy-grade path and boardwalk, through cool melaleuca wetlands fed by a natural spring. Stop to read the signs along the way and find out why melaleucas are marvellous! This trail is wheelchair accessible, some assistance may be required along the boardwalk section.

If you’re looking to stretch your legs a bit, head out on the Tree Discovery trail in Daisy Hill Conservation Park. Explore fragrant open eucalypt forest while discovering how extraordinary these trees are from signs along the way.

Venture out to Venman Bushland National Park and explore two creek-side bushwalks. The shorter Tingalpa Creek circuit is perfect for families with children. Wander along the scenic banks of Tingalpa Creek, through melaleuca swamp and open eucalypt forest with several creeks to rock-hop across.

Branching off the Tingalpa Creek circuit, the Venman circuit is a longer walk following Tingalpa Creek through lowland rainforest, paperbark swamp and open eucalypt forest.

There is also a network of shared trails throughout the KBCCA to explore by foot. You may encounter mountain-bike riders and horseriders on these trails. For your safety, walkers should give way to horses. See the map for more details.

More to discover

PicnickingDay-use areas at Daisy Hill Conservation Park and Venman Bushland National Park are popular picnic spots. Enjoy a bush picnic at the barbecues and tables provided. If you’re lucky, you’ll be joined by the resident red-necked wallabies as they graze the open grassy spaces.

Nature PlayDaisy Hill Conservation Park is a great place to get your kids into Nature Play—outdoor, free play. The day-use area features two options—Wild Nature Play and Indigenous Games—to engage your kids with the nature around them. Find out more at www.natureplayqld.org.au.

Daisy Hill Koala CentreVisit the Daisy Hill Koala Centre to see live koalas up close. Through educational and interactive displays and presentations by wildlife officers, you’ll learn all about these fascinating Australian animals and how to help protect them. The Daisy Hill Koala Centre is open seven days a week from 9am to 4pm (except Christmas Day, New Year’s Day and Good Friday).

Explore safely Make your visit to the KBCCA memorable for the right reasons.

• Stay on the trails and follow signs to avoid getting lost. Tell a friend about your walking plans and never walk alone.

• Protect yourself—wear sturdy shoes, a hat, protective clothing and sunscreen.

• Wear insect repellent to help prevent tick and other insect bites or stings, and scratches.

• Do not disturb snakes—give them space and wait for them to move on. Some snakes are dangerous. If bitten, seek medical attention immediately.

• Obey signs—they are in place to protect you and the park.• Carry water, a mobile phone and first-aid kit.• Never dive or jump into water—it may be shallow or hide

submerged obstructions.• Take care of your property. Do not leave valuables in

parked cars in case of theft.

Caring for the KBCCAHelp protect the KBCCA for the future enjoyment of others and the survival of native plants and animals living here.

• Please don’t take or disturb plants or animals. Everything within the KBCCA is protected.

• Stay on the designated trails. Shortcutting causes erosion, damages plants and can be dangerous on steep slopes.

• Please take your rubbish home. There are no bins provided.

• Let animals find their natural food. Human food can make native animals susceptible to disease, and can cause overpopulation and aggressive behaviour.

• Show consideration for other visitors and keep noise to a minimum.

Protecting wetlands and wildlifeProtecting the headwaters of Tingalpa Creek, Buhot Creek and their tributaries, the area’s riparian forest provides vital habitat for turtles, water rats, platypus, water dragons and frogs, including the vulnerable tusked frog.

Open eucalypt forests, melaleuca wetland and patches of lowland rainforest are home to possums, gliders, powerful owls, glossy black-cockatoos, swamp and red-necked wallabies, and a variety of reptiles and other birds.

As the name suggests, the KBCCA also protects important koala habitat. As you explore, look for tell-tale scratch marks left by resident koalas on their food trees—tallowwood, small-fruited grey gum, Queensland blue gum, red mahogany and Queensland white stringybark.

Working together for conservationBorn from a common concern to protect the area’s natural values, the Queensland Government, Logan City Council and Redland City Council forged a formal, long-term conservation agreement in 1996, creating Queensland’s first coordinated conservation area—the Koala Bushland Coordinated Conservation Area (KBCCA).

Bringing together Daisy Hill Conservation Park and Koala Centre, Venman Bushland National Park, Neville Lawrie Reserve, Don and Christine Burnett Conservation Area and Ford Road Conservation Area, the KBCCA covers over 1,500ha of remnant bushland, making it one of the largest protected areas between Brisbane and the Gold Coast.

The area is cooperatively managed to:

• protect koalas and their habitat• protect freshwater stream plant and animal communities• keep bushland catchments clean• provide opportunity for environmentally compatible,

nature-based recreation and education.

This brochure has been printed with support from the Logan City Council and the Redland City Council. For council information visit www.logan.qld.gov.au or www.redland.qld.gov.au

The KBCCA protects important koala habitat.

Maxime Coquard © Qld Govt

Mountain-bike riding and horseriding are not permitted in Venman Bushland National Park or in the day-use areas of Daisy Hill Conservation Park.

Visitors can enjoy bushwalking with their dogs on shared trails only. Dogs must be kept on a leash at all times. Dogs are not allowed in Venman Bushland National Park.

Be careful and courteous toward other trail users and follow the give-way code.

The give-way code• Cyclists give way to horses and walkers.• Walkers give way to horses.

Mountain-bike riders, horseriders, joggers and bushwalkers can

discover the natural surrounds of the KBCCA on a network of recreational trails.

(Left) © Qld Govt; (above) Anna Osetroff © Qld Govt

Enjoy a mountain-bike adventure along kilometres

of trails in the KBCCA.Anna Osetroff © Qld Govt

Emergency markersA system of emergency markers is in place throughout the KBCCA trail network. Please take notice of these for your location in case of an emergency.

In an emergency call Triple Zero (000) and if possible, recite the closest emergency marker code to assist emergency services with a location. Mobile coverage may be limited or unavailable.

Visit the Daisy Hill Koala

Centre to see live koalas up close.© Visible Focus

The Queensland Government works together with local councils and

volunteers to maintain the KBCCA.© Qld Govt

Enjoy a barbecue or picnic at Daisy Hill’s day-use area.

Anna Osetroff © Qld Govt

Photo (front cover): KBCCA shared trail network.Anna Osetroff © Qld GovtPhoto (this page): Paperbark trail. Jodie Bray © Qld Govt

Follow signs and maps to avoid getting lost.

Anna Osetroff © Qld Govt

Explore the KBCCA shared trail network on horseback.

Monique Shepherd © Qld Govt

Andy Dutton© Qld Govt

Red-necked wallabies graze in the open grassy day-use areas.

Anna Osetroff © Qld Govt

Koala Bushland Coordinated

Conservation Area

©State of Queensland 2018. Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service, Department of Environment and Science. BP225 March 2018. Printed on eco-friendly paper to save energy and resources.

Page 3: Koala Bushland Coordinated Conservation Area Discovery Guide · Koala Bushland Coordinated Conservation Area Located in Logan and Redland cities Nestled between Brisbane and the Gold

Stretch your legs on the network of shared trails or enjoy one of the specific walking tracks.

© Visible Focus

Rochedale

BurbankSheldon

MountCotton

Cal

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Redland Bay

Carbrook

MoretonBay

Loganholme

Logan River

Kingston

Loganlea

Bethania

SlacksCreek

Pacific

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PointPriestdale

Springwood

Daisy Hill

Cornubia

Shailer Park

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The KBCCA provides a home for many wildlife species such as koalas, powerful owls, greater gliders and tusked frogs.

(Far left) © Qld Govt; (both middle) © Matt Wright; © John Augusteyn

Connect with Queensland National Parks

qld.gov.au/nationalparks

qldnationalparks

@QldParks; #QldParks

Welcome to the Koala Bushland Coordinated Conservation AreaLocated in Logan and Redland cities

Nestled between Brisbane and the Gold Coast, the Koala Bushland Coordinated Conservation Area (KBCCA) is a forested oasis surrounded by urban development—protecting important koala habitat while also being one of South East Queensland’s most significant recreation hubs.

Escape the city to walk, mountain bike and horseride through tall eucalypt forest and sun-dappled melaleuca wetlands. A world-class recreational trail network allows you to explore vibrant bushland in every direction. Enjoy a barbecue lunch in one of the shady picnic areas with open grassy spaces to run wild. If you’re lucky, you’ll be joined by one of the resident red-necked wallabies. For more wildlife spotting, head to the Daisy Hill Koala Centre for an up-close encounter with live koalas and tree-top views from the tower.

The KBCCA protects a variety of ecosystems— adjacent to the urban landscape—providing habitat for wildlife such as red-necked wallabies, glossy black-cockatoos, greater gliders and of course koalas. It’s also a recreational hub with something for everyone to enjoy, including bushwalking, mountain-bike riding, horseriding, picnicking and wildlife watching.

As one of the managers of the area, the challenge for us is ensuring the balance is right between maintaining the KBCCA’s important natural values, carefully managing sustainable recreational opportunities and ensuring threats from invasive weeds, pest animals and wildfire are kept in check. In partnership with local councils, and with ongoing assistance from the community, our ultimate aim is to ensure the area is conserved for future generations to enjoy.

The KBCCA offers plenty of options to get close to nature. Don’t delay, start planning your next nature escape today!

Senior Ranger Andy Dutton

Ways to exploreGet out and explore the KBCCA your way! With an extensive network of recreational trails you can spin the wheels of your mountain bike, ride on horseback or stretch your legs with a bushwalk. Some trails are designated as single-use specifically for walkers or mountain-bike riders, while others are shared trails and open to walkers, mountain-bike riders and horseriders. Check out the map for details.

Mountain-bike riding For those looking for two-wheeled adventure, the KBCCA has kilometres of premier recreational trails.

The mountain-bike only trails are built to international standards, offering a good mix of levels for all riders. Explore hillsides of eucalypt forest on an easy, early morning ride or challenge yourself with berms on tight corners and tree roots.

The KBCCA’s shared trails are wider and easier to ride. Some of the shared trails are for walkers and mountain-bike riders only, while others are shared trails open to walkers, mountain-bike riders and horseriders. Each trail entry has a sign indicating which recreational activities are permitted.

Ride safelyWe want you to get the best out of your ride.

• Always wear a helmet.• Ride within your ability and according to trail conditions.• Slow down or stop when approaching other trail users.

Follow the give-way code.• Slow down when riding over water bars (whoa-boys) on

shared trails—excess speed can cause loss of control and may result in injury.

• Avoid riding in large groups—keep groups to less than 12.• Avoid skidding and sliding around turns—this causes trail

damage and may result in a collision with other trail users.• Avoid riding during and after rain when trails are soft, wet

and muddy. • Stay on marked trails—riding over vegetation, taking

shortcuts and forming new trails damages plants and wildlife habitat.

• Respect areas closed to riding.

Horseriding Horseriders can also explore the natural surrounds of the KBCCA on a network of shared recreational trails. These well-maintained trails cater for riders of easy to moderate experience, with rides ranging from a few hundred metres up to nine kilometres or longer if you combine trails. Enjoy a relaxed, meandering ride through the area’s magnificent bushland, keeping an eye out for snoozing koalas in the branches above. Settle into the saddle with nothing but you, your horse and the wildlife around you.

WalkingTake a short, gentle stroll along the Paperbark trail in Daisy Hill Conservation Park. Wind along the easy-grade path and boardwalk, through cool melaleuca wetlands fed by a natural spring. Stop to read the signs along the way and find out why melaleucas are marvellous! This trail is wheelchair accessible, some assistance may be required along the boardwalk section.

If you’re looking to stretch your legs a bit, head out on the Tree Discovery trail in Daisy Hill Conservation Park. Explore fragrant open eucalypt forest while discovering how extraordinary these trees are from signs along the way.

Venture out to Venman Bushland National Park and explore two creek-side bushwalks. The shorter Tingalpa Creek circuit is perfect for families with children. Wander along the scenic banks of Tingalpa Creek, through melaleuca swamp and open eucalypt forest with several creeks to rock-hop across.

Branching off the Tingalpa Creek circuit, the Venman circuit is a longer walk following Tingalpa Creek through lowland rainforest, paperbark swamp and open eucalypt forest.

There is also a network of shared trails throughout the KBCCA to explore by foot. You may encounter mountain-bike riders and horseriders on these trails. For your safety, walkers should give way to horses. See the map for more details.

More to discover

PicnickingDay-use areas at Daisy Hill Conservation Park and Venman Bushland National Park are popular picnic spots. Enjoy a bush picnic at the barbecues and tables provided. If you’re lucky, you’ll be joined by the resident red-necked wallabies as they graze the open grassy spaces.

Nature PlayDaisy Hill Conservation Park is a great place to get your kids into Nature Play—outdoor, free play. The day-use area features two options—Wild Nature Play and Indigenous Games—to engage your kids with the nature around them. Find out more at www.natureplayqld.org.au.

Daisy Hill Koala CentreVisit the Daisy Hill Koala Centre to see live koalas up close. Through educational and interactive displays and presentations by wildlife officers, you’ll learn all about these fascinating Australian animals and how to help protect them. The Daisy Hill Koala Centre is open seven days a week from 9am to 4pm (except Christmas Day, New Year’s Day and Good Friday).

Explore safely Make your visit to the KBCCA memorable for the right reasons.

• Stay on the trails and follow signs to avoid getting lost. Tell a friend about your walking plans and never walk alone.

• Protect yourself—wear sturdy shoes, a hat, protective clothing and sunscreen.

• Wear insect repellent to help prevent tick and other insect bites or stings, and scratches.

• Do not disturb snakes—give them space and wait for them to move on. Some snakes are dangerous. If bitten, seek medical attention immediately.

• Obey signs—they are in place to protect you and the park.• Carry water, a mobile phone and first-aid kit.• Never dive or jump into water—it may be shallow or hide

submerged obstructions.• Take care of your property. Do not leave valuables in

parked cars in case of theft.

Caring for the KBCCAHelp protect the KBCCA for the future enjoyment of others and the survival of native plants and animals living here.

• Please don’t take or disturb plants or animals. Everything within the KBCCA is protected.

• Stay on the designated trails. Shortcutting causes erosion, damages plants and can be dangerous on steep slopes.

• Please take your rubbish home. There are no bins provided.

• Let animals find their natural food. Human food can make native animals susceptible to disease, and can cause overpopulation and aggressive behaviour.

• Show consideration for other visitors and keep noise to a minimum.

Protecting wetlands and wildlifeProtecting the headwaters of Tingalpa Creek, Buhot Creek and their tributaries, the area’s riparian forest provides vital habitat for turtles, water rats, platypus, water dragons and frogs, including the vulnerable tusked frog.

Open eucalypt forests, melaleuca wetland and patches of lowland rainforest are home to possums, gliders, powerful owls, glossy black-cockatoos, swamp and red-necked wallabies, and a variety of reptiles and other birds.

As the name suggests, the KBCCA also protects important koala habitat. As you explore, look for tell-tale scratch marks left by resident koalas on their food trees—tallowwood, small-fruited grey gum, Queensland blue gum, red mahogany and Queensland white stringybark.

Working together for conservationBorn from a common concern to protect the area’s natural values, the Queensland Government, Logan City Council and Redland City Council forged a formal, long-term conservation agreement in 1996, creating Queensland’s first coordinated conservation area—the Koala Bushland Coordinated Conservation Area (KBCCA).

Bringing together Daisy Hill Conservation Park and Koala Centre, Venman Bushland National Park, Neville Lawrie Reserve, Don and Christine Burnett Conservation Area and Ford Road Conservation Area, the KBCCA covers over 1,500ha of remnant bushland, making it one of the largest protected areas between Brisbane and the Gold Coast.

The area is cooperatively managed to:

• protect koalas and their habitat• protect freshwater stream plant and animal communities• keep bushland catchments clean• provide opportunity for environmentally compatible,

nature-based recreation and education.

This brochure has been printed with support from the Logan City Council and the Redland City Council. For council information visit www.logan.qld.gov.au or www.redland.qld.gov.au

The KBCCA protects important koala habitat.

Maxime Coquard © Qld Govt

Mountain-bike riding and horseriding are not permitted in Venman Bushland National Park or in the day-use areas of Daisy Hill Conservation Park.

Visitors can enjoy bushwalking with their dogs on shared trails only. Dogs must be kept on a leash at all times. Dogs are not allowed in Venman Bushland National Park.

Be careful and courteous toward other trail users and follow the give-way code.

The give-way code• Cyclists give way to horses and walkers.• Walkers give way to horses.

Mountain-bike riders, horseriders, joggers and bushwalkers can

discover the natural surrounds of the KBCCA on a network of recreational trails.

(Left) © Qld Govt; (above) Anna Osetroff © Qld Govt

Enjoy a mountain-bike adventure along kilometres

of trails in the KBCCA.Anna Osetroff © Qld Govt

Emergency markersA system of emergency markers is in place throughout the KBCCA trail network. Please take notice of these for your location in case of an emergency.

In an emergency call Triple Zero (000) and if possible, recite the closest emergency marker code to assist emergency services with a location. Mobile coverage may be limited or unavailable.

Visit the Daisy Hill Koala

Centre to see live koalas up close.© Visible Focus

The Queensland Government works together with local councils and

volunteers to maintain the KBCCA.© Qld Govt

Enjoy a barbecue or picnic at Daisy Hill’s day-use area.

Anna Osetroff © Qld Govt

Photo (front cover): KBCCA shared trail network.Anna Osetroff © Qld GovtPhoto (this page): Paperbark trail. Jodie Bray © Qld Govt

Follow signs and maps to avoid getting lost.

Anna Osetroff © Qld Govt

Explore the KBCCA shared trail network on horseback.

Monique Shepherd © Qld Govt

Andy Dutton© Qld Govt

Red-necked wallabies graze in the open grassy day-use areas.

Anna Osetroff © Qld Govt

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Conservation Area

©State of Queensland 2018. Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service, Department of Environment and Science. BP225 March 2018. Printed on eco-friendly paper to save energy and resources.

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Welcome to the Koala Bushland Coordinated Conservation AreaLocated in Logan and Redland cities

Nestled between Brisbane and the Gold Coast, the Koala Bushland Coordinated Conservation Area (KBCCA) is a forested oasis surrounded by urban development—protecting important koala habitat while also being one of South East Queensland’s most significant recreation hubs.

Escape the city to walk, mountain bike and horseride through tall eucalypt forest and sun-dappled melaleuca wetlands. A world-class recreational trail network allows you to explore vibrant bushland in every direction. Enjoy a barbecue lunch in one of the shady picnic areas with open grassy spaces to run wild. If you’re lucky, you’ll be joined by one of the resident red-necked wallabies. For more wildlife spotting, head to the Daisy Hill Koala Centre for an up-close encounter with live koalas and tree-top views from the tower.

The KBCCA protects a variety of ecosystems— adjacent to the urban landscape—providing habitat for wildlife such as red-necked wallabies, glossy black-cockatoos, greater gliders and of course koalas. It’s also a recreational hub with something for everyone to enjoy, including bushwalking, mountain-bike riding, horseriding, picnicking and wildlife watching.

As one of the managers of the area, the challenge for us is ensuring the balance is right between maintaining the KBCCA’s important natural values, carefully managing sustainable recreational opportunities and ensuring threats from invasive weeds, pest animals and wildfire are kept in check. In partnership with local councils, and with ongoing assistance from the community, our ultimate aim is to ensure the area is conserved for future generations to enjoy.

The KBCCA offers plenty of options to get close to nature. Don’t delay, start planning your next nature escape today!

Senior Ranger Andy Dutton

Ways to exploreGet out and explore the KBCCA your way! With an extensive network of recreational trails you can spin the wheels of your mountain bike, ride on horseback or stretch your legs with a bushwalk. Some trails are designated as single-use specifically for walkers or mountain-bike riders, while others are shared trails and open to walkers, mountain-bike riders and horseriders. Check out the map for details.

Mountain-bike riding For those looking for two-wheeled adventure, the KBCCA has kilometres of premier recreational trails.

The mountain-bike only trails are built to international standards, offering a good mix of levels for all riders. Explore hillsides of eucalypt forest on an easy, early morning ride or challenge yourself with berms on tight corners and tree roots.

The KBCCA’s shared trails are wider and easier to ride. Some of the shared trails are for walkers and mountain-bike riders only, while others are shared trails open to walkers, mountain-bike riders and horseriders. Each trail entry has a sign indicating which recreational activities are permitted.

Ride safelyWe want you to get the best out of your ride.

• Always wear a helmet.• Ride within your ability and according to trail conditions.• Slow down or stop when approaching other trail users.

Follow the give-way code.• Slow down when riding over water bars (whoa-boys) on

shared trails—excess speed can cause loss of control and may result in injury.

• Avoid riding in large groups—keep groups to less than 12.• Avoid skidding and sliding around turns—this causes trail

damage and may result in a collision with other trail users.• Avoid riding during and after rain when trails are soft, wet

and muddy. • Stay on marked trails—riding over vegetation, taking

shortcuts and forming new trails damages plants and wildlife habitat.

• Respect areas closed to riding.

Horseriding Horseriders can also explore the natural surrounds of the KBCCA on a network of shared recreational trails. These well-maintained trails cater for riders of easy to moderate experience, with rides ranging from a few hundred metres up to nine kilometres or longer if you combine trails. Enjoy a relaxed, meandering ride through the area’s magnificent bushland, keeping an eye out for snoozing koalas in the branches above. Settle into the saddle with nothing but you, your horse and the wildlife around you.

WalkingTake a short, gentle stroll along the Paperbark trail in Daisy Hill Conservation Park. Wind along the easy-grade path and boardwalk, through cool melaleuca wetlands fed by a natural spring. Stop to read the signs along the way and find out why melaleucas are marvellous! This trail is wheelchair accessible, some assistance may be required along the boardwalk section.

If you’re looking to stretch your legs a bit, head out on the Tree Discovery trail in Daisy Hill Conservation Park. Explore fragrant open eucalypt forest while discovering how extraordinary these trees are from signs along the way.

Venture out to Venman Bushland National Park and explore two creek-side bushwalks. The shorter Tingalpa Creek circuit is perfect for families with children. Wander along the scenic banks of Tingalpa Creek, through melaleuca swamp and open eucalypt forest with several creeks to rock-hop across.

Branching off the Tingalpa Creek circuit, the Venman circuit is a longer walk following Tingalpa Creek through lowland rainforest, paperbark swamp and open eucalypt forest.

There is also a network of shared trails throughout the KBCCA to explore by foot. You may encounter mountain-bike riders and horseriders on these trails. For your safety, walkers should give way to horses. See the map for more details.

More to discover

PicnickingDay-use areas at Daisy Hill Conservation Park and Venman Bushland National Park are popular picnic spots. Enjoy a bush picnic at the barbecues and tables provided. If you’re lucky, you’ll be joined by the resident red-necked wallabies as they graze the open grassy spaces.

Nature PlayDaisy Hill Conservation Park is a great place to get your kids into Nature Play—outdoor, free play. The day-use area features two options—Wild Nature Play and Indigenous Games—to engage your kids with the nature around them. Find out more at www.natureplayqld.org.au.

Daisy Hill Koala CentreVisit the Daisy Hill Koala Centre to see live koalas up close. Through educational and interactive displays and presentations by wildlife officers, you’ll learn all about these fascinating Australian animals and how to help protect them. The Daisy Hill Koala Centre is open seven days a week from 9am to 4pm (except Christmas Day, New Year’s Day and Good Friday).

Explore safely Make your visit to the KBCCA memorable for the right reasons.

• Stay on the trails and follow signs to avoid getting lost. Tell a friend about your walking plans and never walk alone.

• Protect yourself—wear sturdy shoes, a hat, protective clothing and sunscreen.

• Wear insect repellent to help prevent tick and other insect bites or stings, and scratches.

• Do not disturb snakes—give them space and wait for them to move on. Some snakes are dangerous. If bitten, seek medical attention immediately.

• Obey signs—they are in place to protect you and the park.• Carry water, a mobile phone and first-aid kit.• Never dive or jump into water—it may be shallow or hide

submerged obstructions.• Take care of your property. Do not leave valuables in

parked cars in case of theft.

Caring for the KBCCAHelp protect the KBCCA for the future enjoyment of others and the survival of native plants and animals living here.

• Please don’t take or disturb plants or animals. Everything within the KBCCA is protected.

• Stay on the designated trails. Shortcutting causes erosion, damages plants and can be dangerous on steep slopes.

• Please take your rubbish home. There are no bins provided.

• Let animals find their natural food. Human food can make native animals susceptible to disease, and can cause overpopulation and aggressive behaviour.

• Show consideration for other visitors and keep noise to a minimum.

Protecting wetlands and wildlifeProtecting the headwaters of Tingalpa Creek, Buhot Creek and their tributaries, the area’s riparian forest provides vital habitat for turtles, water rats, platypus, water dragons and frogs, including the vulnerable tusked frog.

Open eucalypt forests, melaleuca wetland and patches of lowland rainforest are home to possums, gliders, powerful owls, glossy black-cockatoos, swamp and red-necked wallabies, and a variety of reptiles and other birds.

As the name suggests, the KBCCA also protects important koala habitat. As you explore, look for tell-tale scratch marks left by resident koalas on their food trees—tallowwood, small-fruited grey gum, Queensland blue gum, red mahogany and Queensland white stringybark.

Working together for conservationBorn from a common concern to protect the area’s natural values, the Queensland Government, Logan City Council and Redland City Council forged a formal, long-term conservation agreement in 1996, creating Queensland’s first coordinated conservation area—the Koala Bushland Coordinated Conservation Area (KBCCA).

Bringing together Daisy Hill Conservation Park and Koala Centre, Venman Bushland National Park, Neville Lawrie Reserve, Don and Christine Burnett Conservation Area and Ford Road Conservation Area, the KBCCA covers over 1,500ha of remnant bushland, making it one of the largest protected areas between Brisbane and the Gold Coast.

The area is cooperatively managed to:

• protect koalas and their habitat• protect freshwater stream plant and animal communities• keep bushland catchments clean• provide opportunity for environmentally compatible,

nature-based recreation and education.

This brochure has been printed with support from the Logan City Council and the Redland City Council. For council information visit www.logan.qld.gov.au or www.redland.qld.gov.au

The KBCCA protects important koala habitat.

Maxime Coquard © Qld Govt

Mountain-bike riding and horseriding are not permitted in Venman Bushland National Park or in the day-use areas of Daisy Hill Conservation Park.

Visitors can enjoy bushwalking with their dogs on shared trails only. Dogs must be kept on a leash at all times. Dogs are not allowed in Venman Bushland National Park.

Be careful and courteous toward other trail users and follow the give-way code.

The give-way code• Cyclists give way to horses and walkers.• Walkers give way to horses.

Mountain-bike riders, horseriders, joggers and bushwalkers can

discover the natural surrounds of the KBCCA on a network of recreational trails.

(Left) © Qld Govt; (above) Anna Osetroff © Qld Govt

Enjoy a mountain-bike adventure along kilometres

of trails in the KBCCA.Anna Osetroff © Qld Govt

Emergency markersA system of emergency markers is in place throughout the KBCCA trail network. Please take notice of these for your location in case of an emergency.

In an emergency call Triple Zero (000) and if possible, recite the closest emergency marker code to assist emergency services with a location. Mobile coverage may be limited or unavailable.

Visit the Daisy Hill Koala

Centre to see live koalas up close.© Visible Focus

The Queensland Government works together with local councils and

volunteers to maintain the KBCCA.© Qld Govt

Enjoy a barbecue or picnic at Daisy Hill’s day-use area.

Anna Osetroff © Qld Govt

Photo (front cover): KBCCA shared trail network.Anna Osetroff © Qld GovtPhoto (this page): Paperbark trail. Jodie Bray © Qld Govt

Follow signs and maps to avoid getting lost.

Anna Osetroff © Qld Govt

Explore the KBCCA shared trail network on horseback.

Monique Shepherd © Qld Govt

Andy Dutton© Qld Govt

Red-necked wallabies graze in the open grassy day-use areas.

Anna Osetroff © Qld Govt

Koala Bushland Coordinated

Conservation Area

©State of Queensland 2018. Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service, Department of Environment and Science. BP225 March 2018. Printed on eco-friendly paper to save energy and resources.

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Trail name and number Grade Distance Approximate time

Plunkett mallee circuit 2.4km 30mins walk 15mins ride

Spotted gum circuit 5.2km 2.5hrs walk 50mins ride

Stringybark circuit 5.7km3.5hrs walk

1hr ride

Buhot Creek circuit 9km 5.5hrs walk

2hrs ride

4 Ripleys trail 2.2km 30–40mins walk

15mins ride

5 Koala trail 1.1km 15mins walk 5mins ride

Glider trail 2.3km30–40mins walk

15mins ride

13 Sleepy hollow trail 350m5mins walk 2mins ride

Walking and mountain biking shared trails at a glance

Track name and number Grade Distance Approximate time

Wiry panic trail 1.6km 40mins walk 10mins ride

7 Grasstree East trail 860m30mins walk 7mins ride

15 Grasstree West trail 830m30mins walk 7mins ride

8 Nirvana trail 1.9km50mins walk 15mins ride

Mountain-bike only trails at a glance

Track name and number Grade Distance Approximate riding time

1 Possum box trail 2.2km 10mins

Chipline trail 680m 5mins

3 Lace monitor trail 2.5km 10mins

9 Jim Finch trail 565m 5mins

11 Gillians trail 530m 5mins

12 Glossy black trail 690m 5mins

14 Jumping ant trail 1.4km 7mins

Walking trails only at a glance

Track name Grade Distance Walking time

Paperbark trail 450m 15mins

Tree discovery trail 800m 30mins

Tingalpa Creek circuit 2.5km 1.5hrs

Venman circuit 7.5km 4hrs

For more detailed track and trail information, visit npsr.qld.gov.au/parks/daisy-hill

Trail classificationsPlease note that trails are classified according to their most difficult section.

Mountain-bike trails

Grade Symbol Suits Track description

EasyBeginner mountain bikers with off-road and basic skills.

Wide trail with gentle gradient and some obstacles.

Moderate Skilled mountain bikers.Single trail with moderate gradient, obstacles and some steep sections.

DifficultExperienced mountain bikers used to physically-demanding routes.

Challenging trail with large, variable and unavoidable obstacles and features. Long steep climbs or descents and loose surfaces.

Walking trails

Grade Symbol Suits Track description

1Strollers and wheelchairs with assistance.

No bushwalking experience required. Flat, even surface with no steps or steep sections.

2Families with young children.

No bushwalking experience required. Formed track, may have gentle hills and some steps.

3People with some bushwalking experience.

Suitable for most ages and fitness levels. May have short steep hill sections and a rough surface.

4Experienced bushwalkers.

Bushwalking experience and moderate level of fitness recommended. Tracks may be long, rough and steep.

Ranger favourites

Legend

Sealed major road

Sealed minor road

Management road *

Walking tracks **

Access point (walkers only)

Access point (walkers, horses, bicycles)

Gate

* Management roads in the KBCCA (except those in Venman Bushland National Park) can be used by walkers, mountain bikers and horseriders.

** Mountain biking and horseriding are not permitted on walking tracks.

KBCCA reservesDaisy Hill Conservation Park(QPWS managed)

Venman Bushland National Park *(QPWS managed)

Neville Lawrie Reserve(Logan City Council managed)

Don and Christine Burnett Conservation Area(Redland City Council managed)

Ford Road Conservation Area(Redland City Council managed)

Other reservesSpringwood Conservation Park(Logan City Council managed)

Kimberley Forest Park(Logan City Council managed)

* Mountain biking and horseriding are not permitted in Venman Bushland National Park.

Daisy Hill Koala Centre

Information sign

Parking

Bus parking

Toilets

Wheelchair access(with assistance)

Sheltered picnic area

Picnic area

Barbecue

Dogs allowed (on leash)

No dogs allowed

Horseriding prohibited

Mountain biking prohibited

Horseriding trails

Grade Symbol Suits Track description

EasyNovice riders and experienced horses with basic skills and fitness.

Wide trail with a natural surface and gentle slope.

IntermediateExperienced riders and horses with moderate skills and fitness.

Variable trail with moderate slope and some obstacles.

I recommend branching off the Stringybark circuit and taking an easy ride along the Glossy black trail. Keep an eye out for glossy black-cockatoos feeding on the cones of she-oak trees, their favourite food! Glossy blacks are a vulnerable species and one of Australia’s rarest cockatoos.

Ranger PeteGlossy black-cockatoo © Matt Wright

The network of mountain-bike trails in the KBCCA is great for a quick nature escape. My favourite is the Lace monitor trail, it offers thrills for all skill levels. Mid-week is the best time to avoid the crowds.

Ranger Andre

I love exploring the Tingalpa Creek circuit in Venman Bushland National Park. It has some truly picturesque waterholes and hugely diverse fauna and flora species. Nobody would ever expect such a hidden gem so close to Brisbane!

Ranger Hamon Tingalpa Creek circuit Jodie Bray © Qld Govt

Mountain biking Anna Osetroff © Qld Govt

The KBCCA shared trail network has kilometres of trails to explore.

(Left) Anna Osetroff © Qld Govt; (right) © Qld Govt

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Shared trails at a glance

Trail name and number Grade Distance Approximate time

Plunkett mallee circuit 2.4km 30mins walk 15mins ride

Spotted gum circuit 5.2km 2.5hrs walk 50mins ride

Stringybark circuit 5.7km3.5hrs walk

1hr ride

Buhot Creek circuit 9km 5.5hrs walk

2hrs ride

4 Ripleys trail 2.2km 30–40mins walk

15mins ride

5 Koala trail 1.1km 15mins walk 5mins ride

Glider trail 2.3km30–40mins walk

15mins ride

13 Sleepy hollow trail 350m5mins walk 2mins ride

Walking and mountain biking shared trails at a glance

Track name and number Grade Distance Approximate time

Wiry panic trail 1.6km 40mins walk 10mins ride

7 Grasstree East trail 860m30mins walk 7mins ride

15 Grasstree West trail 830m30mins walk 7mins ride

8 Nirvana trail 1.9km50mins walk 15mins ride

Mountain-bike only trails at a glance

Track name and number Grade Distance Approximate riding time

1 Possum box trail 2.2km 10mins

Chipline trail 680m 5mins

3 Lace monitor trail 2.5km 10mins

9 Jim Finch trail 565m 5mins

11 Gillians trail 530m 5mins

12 Glossy black trail 690m 5mins

14 Jumping ant trail 1.4km 7mins

Walking trails only at a glance

Track name Grade Distance Walking time

Paperbark trail 450m 15mins

Tree discovery trail 800m 30mins

Tingalpa Creek circuit 2.5km 1.5hrs

Venman circuit 7.5km 4hrs

For more detailed track and trail information, visit npsr.qld.gov.au/parks/daisy-hill

Trail classificationsPlease note that trails are classified according to their most difficult section.

Mountain-bike trails

Grade Symbol Suits Track description

EasyBeginner mountain bikers with off-road and basic skills.

Wide trail with gentle gradient and some obstacles.

Moderate Skilled mountain bikers.Single trail with moderate gradient, obstacles and some steep sections.

DifficultExperienced mountain bikers used to physically-demanding routes.

Challenging trail with large, variable and unavoidable obstacles and features. Long steep climbs or descents and loose surfaces.

Walking trails

Grade Symbol Suits Track description

1Strollers and wheelchairs with assistance.

No bushwalking experience required. Flat, even surface with no steps or steep sections.

2Families with young children.

No bushwalking experience required. Formed track, may have gentle hills and some steps.

3People with some bushwalking experience.

Suitable for most ages and fitness levels. May have short steep hill sections and a rough surface.

4Experienced bushwalkers.

Bushwalking experience and moderate level of fitness recommended. Tracks may be long, rough and steep.

Ranger favourites

Legend

Sealed major road

Sealed minor road

Management road *

Walking tracks **

Access point (walkers only)

Access point (walkers, horses, bicycles)

Gate

* Management roads in the KBCCA (except those in Venman Bushland National Park) can be used by walkers, mountain bikers and horseriders.

** Mountain biking and horseriding are not permitted on walking tracks.

KBCCA reservesDaisy Hill Conservation Park(QPWS managed)

Venman Bushland National Park *(QPWS managed)

Neville Lawrie Reserve(Logan City Council managed)

Don and Christine Burnett Conservation Area(Redland City Council managed)

Ford Road Conservation Area(Redland City Council managed)

Other reservesSpringwood Conservation Park(Logan City Council managed)

Kimberley Forest Park(Logan City Council managed)

* Mountain biking and horseriding are not permitted in Venman Bushland National Park.

Daisy Hill Koala Centre

Information sign

Parking

Bus parking

Toilets

Wheelchair access(with assistance)

Sheltered picnic area

Picnic area

Barbecue

Dogs allowed (on leash)

No dogs allowed

Horseriding prohibited

Mountain biking prohibited

Horseriding trails

Grade Symbol Suits Track description

EasyNovice riders and experienced horses with basic skills and fitness.

Wide trail with a natural surface and gentle slope.

IntermediateExperienced riders and horses with moderate skills and fitness.

Variable trail with moderate slope and some obstacles.

I recommend branching off the Stringybark circuit and taking an easy ride along the Glossy black trail. Keep an eye out for glossy black-cockatoos feeding on the cones of she-oak trees, their favourite food! Glossy blacks are a vulnerable species and one of Australia’s rarest cockatoos.

Ranger PeteGlossy black-cockatoo © Matt Wright

The network of mountain-bike trails in the KBCCA is great for a quick nature escape. My favourite is the Lace monitor trail, it offers thrills for all skill levels. Mid-week is the best time to avoid the crowds.

Ranger Andre

I love exploring the Tingalpa Creek circuit in Venman Bushland National Park. It has some truly picturesque waterholes and hugely diverse fauna and flora species. Nobody would ever expect such a hidden gem so close to Brisbane!

Ranger Hamon Tingalpa Creek circuit Jodie Bray © Qld Govt

Mountain biking Anna Osetroff © Qld Govt

The KBCCA shared trail network has kilometres of trails to explore.

(Left) Anna Osetroff © Qld Govt; (right) © Qld Govt

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Shared trails at a glance

Trail name and number Grade Distance Approximate time

Plunkett mallee circuit 2.4km 30mins walk 15mins ride

Spotted gum circuit 5.2km 2.5hrs walk 50mins ride

Stringybark circuit 5.7km3.5hrs walk

1hr ride

Buhot Creek circuit 9km 5.5hrs walk

2hrs ride

4 Ripleys trail 2.2km 30–40mins walk

15mins ride

5 Koala trail 1.1km 15mins walk 5mins ride

Glider trail 2.3km30–40mins walk

15mins ride

13 Sleepy hollow trail 350m5mins walk 2mins ride

Walking and mountain biking shared trails at a glance

Track name and number Grade Distance Approximate time

Wiry panic trail 1.6km 40mins walk 10mins ride

7 Grasstree East trail 860m30mins walk 7mins ride

15 Grasstree West trail 830m30mins walk 7mins ride

8 Nirvana trail 1.9km50mins walk 15mins ride

Mountain-bike only trails at a glance

Track name and number Grade Distance Approximate riding time

1 Possum box trail 2.2km 10mins

Chipline trail 680m 5mins

3 Lace monitor trail 2.5km 10mins

9 Jim Finch trail 565m 5mins

11 Gillians trail 530m 5mins

12 Glossy black trail 690m 5mins

14 Jumping ant trail 1.4km 7mins

Walking trails only at a glance

Track name Grade Distance Walking time

Paperbark trail 450m 15mins

Tree discovery trail 800m 30mins

Tingalpa Creek circuit 2.5km 1.5hrs

Venman circuit 7.5km 4hrs

For more detailed track and trail information, visit npsr.qld.gov.au/parks/daisy-hill

Trail classificationsPlease note that trails are classified according to their most difficult section.

Mountain-bike trails

Grade Symbol Suits Track description

EasyBeginner mountain bikers with off-road and basic skills.

Wide trail with gentle gradient and some obstacles.

Moderate Skilled mountain bikers.Single trail with moderate gradient, obstacles and some steep sections.

DifficultExperienced mountain bikers used to physically-demanding routes.

Challenging trail with large, variable and unavoidable obstacles and features. Long steep climbs or descents and loose surfaces.

Walking trails

Grade Symbol Suits Track description

1Strollers and wheelchairs with assistance.

No bushwalking experience required. Flat, even surface with no steps or steep sections.

2Families with young children.

No bushwalking experience required. Formed track, may have gentle hills and some steps.

3People with some bushwalking experience.

Suitable for most ages and fitness levels. May have short steep hill sections and a rough surface.

4Experienced bushwalkers.

Bushwalking experience and moderate level of fitness recommended. Tracks may be long, rough and steep.

Ranger favourites

Legend

Sealed major road

Sealed minor road

Management road *

Walking tracks **

Access point (walkers only)

Access point (walkers, horses, bicycles)

Gate

* Management roads in the KBCCA (except those in Venman Bushland National Park) can be used by walkers, mountain bikers and horseriders.

** Mountain biking and horseriding are not permitted on walking tracks.

KBCCA reservesDaisy Hill Conservation Park(QPWS managed)

Venman Bushland National Park *(QPWS managed)

Neville Lawrie Reserve(Logan City Council managed)

Don and Christine Burnett Conservation Area(Redland City Council managed)

Ford Road Conservation Area(Redland City Council managed)

Other reservesSpringwood Conservation Park(Logan City Council managed)

Kimberley Forest Park(Logan City Council managed)

* Mountain biking and horseriding are not permitted in Venman Bushland National Park.

Daisy Hill Koala Centre

Information sign

Parking

Bus parking

Toilets

Wheelchair access(with assistance)

Sheltered picnic area

Picnic area

Barbecue

Dogs allowed (on leash)

No dogs allowed

Horseriding prohibited

Mountain biking prohibited

Horseriding trails

Grade Symbol Suits Track description

EasyNovice riders and experienced horses with basic skills and fitness.

Wide trail with a natural surface and gentle slope.

IntermediateExperienced riders and horses with moderate skills and fitness.

Variable trail with moderate slope and some obstacles.

I recommend branching off the Stringybark circuit and taking an easy ride along the Glossy black trail. Keep an eye out for glossy black-cockatoos feeding on the cones of she-oak trees, their favourite food! Glossy blacks are a vulnerable species and one of Australia’s rarest cockatoos.

Ranger PeteGlossy black-cockatoo © Matt Wright

The network of mountain-bike trails in the KBCCA is great for a quick nature escape. My favourite is the Lace monitor trail, it offers thrills for all skill levels. Mid-week is the best time to avoid the crowds.

Ranger Andre

I love exploring the Tingalpa Creek circuit in Venman Bushland National Park. It has some truly picturesque waterholes and hugely diverse fauna and flora species. Nobody would ever expect such a hidden gem so close to Brisbane!

Ranger Hamon Tingalpa Creek circuit Jodie Bray © Qld Govt

Mountain biking Anna Osetroff © Qld Govt

The KBCCA shared trail network has kilometres of trails to explore.

(Left) Anna Osetroff © Qld Govt; (right) © Qld Govt

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Shared trails at a glance

Trail name and number Grade Distance Approximate time

Plunkett mallee circuit 2.4km 30mins walk 15mins ride

Spotted gum circuit 5.2km 2.5hrs walk 50mins ride

Stringybark circuit 5.7km3.5hrs walk

1hr ride

Buhot Creek circuit 9km 5.5hrs walk

2hrs ride

4 Ripleys trail 2.2km 30–40mins walk

15mins ride

5 Koala trail 1.1km 15mins walk 5mins ride

Glider trail 2.3km30–40mins walk

15mins ride

13 Sleepy hollow trail 350m5mins walk 2mins ride

Walking and mountain biking shared trails at a glance

Track name and number Grade Distance Approximate time

Wiry panic trail 1.6km 40mins walk 10mins ride

7 Grasstree East trail 860m30mins walk 7mins ride

15 Grasstree West trail 830m30mins walk 7mins ride

8 Nirvana trail 1.9km50mins walk 15mins ride

Mountain-bike only trails at a glance

Track name and number Grade Distance Approximate riding time

1 Possum box trail 2.2km 10mins

Chipline trail 680m 5mins

3 Lace monitor trail 2.5km 10mins

9 Jim Finch trail 565m 5mins

11 Gillians trail 530m 5mins

12 Glossy black trail 690m 5mins

14 Jumping ant trail 1.4km 7mins

Walking trails only at a glance

Track name Grade Distance Walking time

Paperbark trail 450m 15mins

Tree discovery trail 800m 30mins

Tingalpa Creek circuit 2.5km 1.5hrs

Venman circuit 7.5km 4hrs

For more detailed track and trail information, visit npsr.qld.gov.au/parks/daisy-hill

Trail classificationsPlease note that trails are classified according to their most difficult section.

Mountain-bike trails

Grade Symbol Suits Track description

EasyBeginner mountain bikers with off-road and basic skills.

Wide trail with gentle gradient and some obstacles.

Moderate Skilled mountain bikers.Single trail with moderate gradient, obstacles and some steep sections.

DifficultExperienced mountain bikers used to physically-demanding routes.

Challenging trail with large, variable and unavoidable obstacles and features. Long steep climbs or descents and loose surfaces.

Walking trails

Grade Symbol Suits Track description

1Strollers and wheelchairs with assistance.

No bushwalking experience required. Flat, even surface with no steps or steep sections.

2Families with young children.

No bushwalking experience required. Formed track, may have gentle hills and some steps.

3People with some bushwalking experience.

Suitable for most ages and fitness levels. May have short steep hill sections and a rough surface.

4Experienced bushwalkers.

Bushwalking experience and moderate level of fitness recommended. Tracks may be long, rough and steep.

Ranger favourites

Legend

Sealed major road

Sealed minor road

Management road *

Walking tracks **

Access point (walkers only)

Access point (walkers, horses, bicycles)

Gate

* Management roads in the KBCCA (except those in Venman Bushland National Park) can be used by walkers, mountain bikers and horseriders.

** Mountain biking and horseriding are not permitted on walking tracks.

KBCCA reservesDaisy Hill Conservation Park(QPWS managed)

Venman Bushland National Park *(QPWS managed)

Neville Lawrie Reserve(Logan City Council managed)

Don and Christine Burnett Conservation Area(Redland City Council managed)

Ford Road Conservation Area(Redland City Council managed)

Other reservesSpringwood Conservation Park(Logan City Council managed)

Kimberley Forest Park(Logan City Council managed)

* Mountain biking and horseriding are not permitted in Venman Bushland National Park.

Daisy Hill Koala Centre

Information sign

Parking

Bus parking

Toilets

Wheelchair access(with assistance)

Sheltered picnic area

Picnic area

Barbecue

Dogs allowed (on leash)

No dogs allowed

Horseriding prohibited

Mountain biking prohibited

Horseriding trails

Grade Symbol Suits Track description

EasyNovice riders and experienced horses with basic skills and fitness.

Wide trail with a natural surface and gentle slope.

IntermediateExperienced riders and horses with moderate skills and fitness.

Variable trail with moderate slope and some obstacles.

I recommend branching off the Stringybark circuit and taking an easy ride along the Glossy black trail. Keep an eye out for glossy black-cockatoos feeding on the cones of she-oak trees, their favourite food! Glossy blacks are a vulnerable species and one of Australia’s rarest cockatoos.

Ranger PeteGlossy black-cockatoo © Matt Wright

The network of mountain-bike trails in the KBCCA is great for a quick nature escape. My favourite is the Lace monitor trail, it offers thrills for all skill levels. Mid-week is the best time to avoid the crowds.

Ranger Andre

I love exploring the Tingalpa Creek circuit in Venman Bushland National Park. It has some truly picturesque waterholes and hugely diverse fauna and flora species. Nobody would ever expect such a hidden gem so close to Brisbane!

Ranger Hamon Tingalpa Creek circuit Jodie Bray © Qld Govt

Mountain biking Anna Osetroff © Qld Govt

The KBCCA shared trail network has kilometres of trails to explore.

(Left) Anna Osetroff © Qld Govt; (right) © Qld Govt