Walkabout Creek Discovery Centre Brisbane

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  • 5 Kavindya Weerasinghe
    4 months ago

    This is such a fantastic place to chill out in nature and soak in the gorgeous views. I had a blast kayaking there. It was seriously awesome! Plus, the prices are totally affordable, and there's plenty of parking available. It's also super convenient because it's close to the city.

  • 5 Steve P
    a month ago

    A great and easy way to get out of the city and into nature. Walked the full 7mile / 11km loop around the reservoir. Trails are well maintained and a few decent hikes to ascend and descend along the way. Accessible via bus. Saw a monitor lizard and lots of interesting birds.

  • 5 Chris Bray
    4 months ago

    Beautiful place to explore and spend time at. Sadly the kayaking was closed the day we went but there were no notices on the website stating this, so a little disappointed as that's what we went for. Had a nice hike around the area instead though.

  • 4 Cheryl Stark
    2 months ago

    Went with our daughter, son & two year old granddaughter for her birthday, she thoroughly enjoyed the animals, as did we. Quiet relaxing and thoroughly enjoyed our morning tea.

  • 5 Tim Hunter
    8 months ago

    What a beautiful spot. We did the 5km loop with a group of adults and kids. Took us just over an hour and a half and was a great walk for the kids. Cool ro see some wildlife too. There are plenty more walks available also. Also looked to have mountain bike trails too. There were many people out on the lake, kayaking and stand up paddle boarding. People were also making use of the swimming area too. The Cafe area looked busy and will have a better look at that, next time we visit. Awesome to have a little piece of nature like that so close to the city. A must visit spot.

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Visiting Walkabout Creek Discovery Centre

Our Park Rangers look forward to welcoming visitors to the park. As part of our COVID Safe Plan, we have several COVID safe practices implemented across the site. Please ensure these practices are followed for everyone’s safety. Photo credit: Anna Osetroff

Swim, kayak or canoe in the Enoggera Reservoir. Photo credit: Courtney Adamson © Queensland Government

Be inspired: Why Walkabout Creek Discovery Centre is the hidden gem Brisbane families love

Walkabout Creek Discovery Centre is a hidden gem right on Brisbane’s doorstep! Hidden in plain sight, that is! Photo credit: Tomek Z Genek © Queensland Government

Visiting Walkabout Creek Discovery Centre safely

    Getting there and getting around

    Walkabout Creek Discovery Centre is located at 60 Mount Nebo Road, Enoggera Reservoir, only 12km from Brisbane’s city centre.

    By car

    Follow Waterworks Road from the city. Waterworks Road becomes Mt Nebo Road not far from the entrance to the Walkabout Creek Discovery Centre. There is limited parking available, especially on weekends, so take a bus if you can.

    By bus

    From the city, take the 385 bus to The Gap park ‘n’ ride. From here you can walk or ride about 500m along a sealed concrete path to the Information Centre.

    Staying safe

    Be prepared

    • Parks are natural environments and conditions can be unpredictable. You are responsible for your own safety and for looking after the park.
    • In conditions of high fire danger, walking tracks and other areas may be closed. For your safety, follow instructions on signs. If you see a bushfire or any illegal activity, please phone emergency services as soon as possible.
    • During times of park closures, please follow any advice from signs or directed by Park Rangers.
    • Read stay safe and visit with care for important general information about safety, caring for parks and essentials to bring when you visit Queensland’s national parks and forests.
    • Read safety during extreme weather for important information about what to do during floods, bushfires and cyclones.

    Open fires

    • Open fires are not allowed.

    Rubbish

    • There are no bins. Take your rubbish with you when you leave.

    Drinking water

    • Treated water is available at the Information Centre.

    Walking

    Cycling

    Boating and fishing

    • The Enoggera Reservoir is open to non-motorised paddle craft only.
    • You can fish in the reservoir but only outside of the designated swimming and paddle craft area. For more information, visit Seqwater.
    • Read boat and fish with care for tips on boating and fishing safety and caring for parks.

    Around water

    • The swimming area at Enoggera Reservoir is not patrolled and you enter the water at your own risk.
    • Actively supervise children.
    • Swim in the designated swimming area that is marked by the large, yellow buoys.
    • Alcohol is not allowed.
    • Read water safety for important information about staying safe in and near water and caring for parks.

    Before you visit

    • Leave pets at home. Dogs and other domestic animals are not permitted. This includes the centre and surrounds, all walking tracks, the paddle craft launch area and beach.
    • Take all rubbish home with you. There are no bins on site.
    • Pack sensible footwear—boots or sturdy shoes—to wear when bushwalking.
    • Alcohol can only be consumed in the licensed function centre.
    • Camping onsite is not permitted.
    • Treated drinking water is available at the Information Centre.
    • Access paths are wheelchair accessible with assistance.

    • There are currently no park alerts for this park.

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