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Brisbane Valley Rail Trail — gravel route near Ipswich

Brisbane Valley Rail Trail

Ipswich, Queensland

162 kmDistance
1,120 mElevation
Character buildingEffort
GroomedTerrain
Elevation profile↑ 1,120 m over 162 km

Start: Ipswich.

About this route

Discover Australia’s longest rail trail. The trail has had extensive upgrades over the years, with a very smooth and hardpacked trail surface.

Brisbane Valley Rail Trail — 162 km near Ipswich, Queensland

Vetted by BQ.

Frequently asked questions

How long is Brisbane Valley Rail Trail?

Brisbane Valley Rail Trail is a 162 km gravel ride with about 1,120 m of climbing, which rates as character building.

Where do you start Brisbane Valley Rail Trail?

Brisbane Valley Rail Trail starts in the Ipswich area, Queensland. Open the interactive map for the exact start point and turn-by-turn track.

How difficult is Brisbane Valley Rail Trail?

Brisbane Valley Rail Trail is Character building — a genuinely demanding ride with big distance and climbing.

What surface is Brisbane Valley Rail Trail?

The terrain is Groomed — mostly smooth, well-formed gravel that rolls fast. Surface breakdown: 92% Gravel 8% Paved.

Can I download a GPX file for Brisbane Valley Rail Trail?

Yes — download the GPX for Brisbane Valley Rail Trail to load onto your GPS computer or phone before you ride.

See Brisbane Valley Rail Trail on the full interactive map →