Hike at a Glance
Max elevation: 170m
Min elevation: 80m
Total Ascent: 174m
Track grade
Grade 3 (Moderate) - Walks for Most Fitness Levels: Grade 3 on the AWTGS represents moderate walking tracks. These are ideal for walkers with some fitness who are comfortable with some hills and uneven terrain. While suitable for most ages, some bushwalking experience is recommended to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience. Tracks may have short, steep hill sections, a rough surface, and many steps. The total distance of a Grade 3 walk can be up to 20 kilometers.
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Getting there
Getting to the trailhead: White Rock-Spring Mountain Conservation Estate.
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Closest towns to this walk: Augustine Heights, Bellbird Park, Brookwater, Camira, Gailes, Greenbank, Ipswich, Redbank Plains, Spring Mountain, White Rock
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Explore safe
Plan ahead and hike safely! Carry enough water, pack layers for changing conditions, and bring safety gear like a torch, PLB, and reliable communication device. Check official sources for trail updates, closures, and access requirements, and review local weather and bushfire advice. Most importantly, share your plans with someone before you go. Being prepared makes for a safer and more enjoyable hike! Stay Safe, Explore More, and Always #ExploreSafe.
Packing checklists
What you carry in your pack depends on factors like weather, terrain, and your adventure type. Not sure what to bring? My free planning, food, and packing checklists are a great starting point, covering day hikes, overnight trips, and multi-day adventures. Use them to customise your kit and always prioritise safety.
Acknowledgement of Country
Trail Hiking Australia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the lands on which we hike and pay respects to their Elders, past and present, and we acknowledge the First Nations people of other communities who may be here today.
6 Reviews on “White Rock Ridge Hike (6km)”
While the Ipswich City trails guide rates this hike as Grade 5 – Difficult due to unmodified ground surfaces, indistinct paths, and the need for specialised skills like navigation, user feedback suggests that the difficulty might be lower. Since I have not yet completed this hike myself, I aim to balance official ratings with community insights. Therefore, I have downgraded the classification of this hike to Grade 3. If you believe this assessment is incorrect, please share your thoughts in the comments below.
While I think it’s great you have considered another persons point of view, I do question why the Council has graded this a grade 5 trail. Surely the council has done its due diligence and that grade accurately portrays the most difficult part ( as required). Just saying id be careful listening to other people’s opinions. This is why I love your site, because I can trust the grading. Unlike AllTrails where people just make stuff up and don’t follow any official protocols. That’s why I dislike AllTrails and come here instead. .