Grass Trees Western Circuit

Starting from German Church Road (in front of Mt Cotton Sewage Treatment Plant), Mount Cotton, this circuit gives you a taste of the mostwestern parts of Bayview Conservation Park. The Grass Trees Western Circuit is a picturesque walk offering delightful views of the grass trees and colourful wildflowers, particularly in spring. The park is home to a diverse range of wildlife, including wallabies and cockatoos, making for an exciting natural experience. This track offers a peaceful experience in nature without the need to drive for hours if you're living in Brisbane/Logan City. Although some parts of the track can be quite rutted, it is still a fine option for bushwalkers and dog owners looking for an on-leash track. Let us begin by acknowledging the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Safer Bushwalks

Tips on staying safe on track

Before you start any bushwalk ensure you;
• Tell someone you trust where you are going and what to do if you are overdue
• Have adequate equipment, supplies, skills & knowledge for the whole journey
• Consider the impact of weather forecasts, park/track closures & fire dangers
• Can respond to emergencies & call for help at any point
• Are healthy and fit enough for this journey
If not, change plans and stay safe. It is okay to delay and ask people for help.

Getting There

Transport options and directions

Start	From the German Church Road (-27.6455456,153.2594322)
Mode	Car
Directions	From Cleveland Redland Bay Road Turn on to German Church Road then drive for 420 m At roundabout, take exit 2 onto German Church Road and drive for another 2.4 km At roundabout, take exit 1 onto German Church Road and drive for another 1.4 km

Track Notes

Turn by turn instructions & maps

Turn map	Directions & comments
	From the German Church Road Start heading along German Church Road (a vehicle track). Then head through/around the gate. After another 145 m (from the German Church Road) continue straight, to head along German Church Road. After another 45 m (at the intersection of German Church Road & Pendula Street (Regional Trail)) continue straight, to head along German Church Road.
	After another 15 m (at the intersection of GCR South & German Church Road) turn left, to head along GCR South. After another 20 m head through/around the gate. From the GCR South continue straight, to head along GCR South.
	After another 190 m (at the intersection of GCR Link & GCR South) continue straight, to head along GCR Link. After another 40 m (at the intersection of GCR Link & Benson & Binkley) continue straight, to head along GCR Link. After another 30 m (at the intersection of Cranky Goanna & GCR Link) continue straight, to head along Cranky Goanna (a walking track).
	After another 10 m (from the Cranky Goanna) turn right, to head along Cranky Goanna.
	After another 920 m (at the intersection of GCR South & Cranky Goanna) veer right, to head along GCR South (a vehicle track). After another 20 m (from the GCR South) continue straight.
	After another 2 m (from the Grass Trees) turn left, to head along Grass Trees (a highway\|cycleway).
	After another 490 m (at the intersection of GCR North and South & Grass Trees) turn left, to head along GCR North and South (a vehicle track). After another 265 m come to the summit.
	At the intersection of GCR North and South & GCR South turn right, to head along GCR North and South.
	After another 620 m (at the intersection of GCR North & GCR Link) continue straight, to head along GCR North. After another 285 m head through/around the gate.
	At the intersection of German Church Road & GCR North turn left, to head along German Church Road (a residential road). After another 165 m (from the German Church Road) continue straight, to head along German Church Road.
	Continue another 15 m to find from the German Church Road at the end.

Terrain

Know the Hills, grading & facilities

Grass Trees Western Circuit

Grading

	Class 3/6 Moderate track
Length	3.3 km
Time	1 h 15 min to 2 h

Quality of track	Clear and well formed track or trail (2/6)
Gradient	Short steep hills (3/6)
Signage	Directional signs along the way (3/6)
Infrastructure	Generally useful facilities (such as fenced cliffs and seats) (2/6)
Experience Required	No experience required (2/6)
Weather	Weather generally has little impact on safety (2/6)

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