Easy hikes and walks in Moggill Conservation Park

The Mount Coot-Tha Summit Lookout sits at an elevation of 287 meters above sea level and has breathtaking views across the Brisbane skyline to Moreton Bay. This large viewing platform sits just below the summit at 226 meters. There is a large car park here, access to bushwalking tracks, The Summit Restaurant & Bar, The Summit Café and well maintained public restrooms. This area is open all day every day with no admission fees, and is a great place to watch the sun set.

This well-maintained track through the Mt Coot-tha Reserve is a great option for those looking for a bit of a challenge near the city. The pathway isn't technically challenging but there is some steep terrain that will definitely test your strength and endurance. Although the path is partially shaded you'll still need to bring sun protection and plenty of water. The tree cover is also home to a wide variety of birdlife, so be sure to look up while hiking through the forest.

Moggill Conservation Park stretches 491 hectares across eucalyptus woodlands and is open to bushwalking, mountain biking, and horseback riding. There is a good chance of seeing bees in the park, as commercial beekeeping has been allowed here since 1941. Bees love the spotted gum, grey ironbark, and protected wildflowers like the yellow parrot pea and grass trees that thrive here.

Mt Coot-tha Reserve is a large natural area on the western edge of Brisbane known for its bushland, scenic lookouts, and popular attractions, including the Brisbane Botanic Gardens and summit precinct. There is an extensive network of walking and cycling tracks in the reserve that wind through dry eucalypt forest and pockets of subtropical vegetation, connecting key areas across the mountain. With shaded bushland, abundant wildlife, and occasional views of the city, it offers plenty of options for outdoor recreation to immerse yourself in nature.

Mount Coot-tha is a 287-meter-high mountain located about eleven kilometers outside the center. You can easily reach the summit of the mountain and the free parking lots by car or camper. Once you reach the top, in good weather, a gigantic panorama of Brisbane and the coast awaits you. Unfortunately, during our visit, we had a bit of bad luck, as the visibility was very hazy and therefore somewhat limited. Nevertheless, we could guess how incredible the view must be in blue, clear skies! Mt. Coot-tha and the lookout point have a varied history, which began in the late 1830s when trees were removed, with the exception of one tree that remained as a reference point for surveyors. This initially gave the mountain the name One Tree Hill. In the 1880s, the summit was cleared and a shelter and a water tank were built for the popular excursion destination. The first kiosk was put into operation at the beginning of the 20th century and was continuously expanded. Many of today's buildings were erected at the end of the 1960s. During World War II, the mountain was occupied by the Seventh Fleet of the United States as a depot. In 1995, the lookout point was added to the permanent monument register as a place of cultural significance. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mount_Coot-tha_Lookout

Magnificent views of Brisbane, Moreton Bay and the Border Ranges

The highest point in Brisbane with magnificent views of the City and Moreton Bay and also of the Border Ranges.

amazing view of Brisbane!!