Great Trails of Ipswich – Flower Moon Walking Tour at White Rock Spring Mountain Conservation Estate
Experience White Rock–Spring Mountain at dusk on a guided after-hours walk. Watch the moon rise as the sun sets, meet nocturnal wildlife, and enjoy sweeping lookout views from Springfield to Mount Coot-tha. With Brisbane’s lights twinkling below, explore history, nature, and moonlit trails on a memorable night adventure together peacefully.
Step into the twilight at White Rock – Spring Mountain Conservation Estate and experience the magic of nature after dark.
Join us on this leisurely walk to view the Flower Moon as it rises full and luminous, glowing softly against autumn skies. Named for spring blooms in the Northern Hemisphere, it appears warm and golden, casting gentle light across the landscape and revealing subtle lunar details while nearby stars fade in its brilliance.
We will head out as the sun sinks below the horizon and the sky begins to glow, then settle in for a guided dusk walking tour through this remarkable landscape. Watch the moon rise as daylight fades, and discover a different side of the estate as the day’s last light gives way to night. This rare after-hours experience offers the chance to encounter the furry locals and their feathery friends as they emerge and begin their evening routines.
Pause and take in the view from the lookout, where the sweeping landscape stretches from Springfield to Mount Coot-tha. As darkness settles, Brisbane’s city lights sparkle in the distance, creating a stunning backdrop for a well-earned rest. Your guide will share fascinating insights into the natural environment and rich history of White Rock – Spring Mountain, deepening your connection to this special place. Looking north-west, keen eyes may even spot the distant runways of RAAF Base Amberley.
Bring along snacks and water to refuel before the return journey. Then, as night fully claims the forest, switch on your torches and set off along the moonlit trail. Move softly through the shadows, spotting wildlife as it comes to life along the forest floor and among the trees. Guided by the glow of the moon and the hush of the bush, you’ll make your way back along gentle trails, completing a truly memorable walking adventure under the stars.
Located just 20 minutes from the Ipswich Central Business District and 35 minutes from Brisbane Central Business District, White Rock – Spring Mountain Conservation Estate features the distinctive, sculptured, rocky outcrops of White Rock* and Spring Mountain. Covering over 2,500 hectares of regionally significant bushland, the Estate also features extensive forested ridges, escarpments and valleys that are home to an amazing array of plant and wildlife species. White Rock itself is registered Aboriginal Cultural Heritage and climbing it is prohibited.
Where: White Rock Spring Mountain Conservation Estate, Paperbark Flats Picnic Area (end of Schools Road, Redbank Plains). Park in lower car park (located at the very end).
When:
5.15pm to 8:15pm Saturday 2 May 2026
Numbers are strictly limited, book now to avoid disappointment.
Time: Meet 15 minutes prior to departure start times at 5.00pm for a 5.15pm departure. The tour is expected to take 3 hours return trip.
Please plan ahead to arrive on time as courtesy to other guests, so the tour can depart and return on time. Unfortunately, the tour cannot be delayed for latecomers. You are advised to arrive at least 15 minutes prior to departure times.
Cost: $20 Adult. $18 Concession/ Child, $60 Family (2A,2C)* or (1A,3C)*
*Please note that this tour is not recommended for children under 8 years old. All patrons must be able to hike unassisted for the duration of the tour. Children up to the age of 17 years can be included into the family bundle. Please read important information below:
Important information:
Is this activity suitable for me?
- Alcohol and drug free event
- This walk requires a reasonable level of fitness and good balance
- Secure enclosed footwear suited to bush walking is required
- This walk is expected to take around 3.5 hours
- The walk is an unsealed bush track of moderate difficulty and includes steep, rocky, loose and sloping surfaces
- The return walk will be after dark (headlamps provided)
- Wildlife including snakes may be encountered on this walk
- This walk is not suitable for prams or wheelchairs and or mobility aids.
Please bring
- Water
- Snacks
- Headlamp and/ or torch (we will have some headlamps available to borrow if required)
- Binoculars
- A light jacket
- Comfortable walking shoes and suitable clothing
You will be required to read and acknowledge the Risk, Responsibility & Waiver Form when booking, and is available to read here: Risk Waiver Acknowledgement
*This Estate remains sacred to the Traditional Owners of Ipswich. Some of the Cultural Landscapes within this estate include White Rock, the caves and outcrop overhangs. These sacred sites are very important to the Traditional Owners as they provide a link between Country and personal identity and allow the passing on of cultural knowledge. As per Cultural Protocol the Traditional Owners have requested no one climbs White Rock. Pictured above is the view from the Main Ridge Lookout.
Acknowledgement of Country
Ipswich City Council respectfully acknowledges the Traditional Owners as custodians of the land and waters with which we share. We pay our respects to elders past, present and emerging, as the keepers of traditions, customs, cultures and stories of proud peoples.
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