Molonglo River Reserve walking tracks

Barrer Circuit

Distance: 1.8 km loop
Duration: Allow at least 1 hour to complete the walk
Grade: Easy

The walking tracks at Barrer Hill offer an opportunity to learn about the restoration techniques undertaken and to reflect on cultural connections to the land and river.

Cycling is permitted on this trail.

Barrer Summit

Distance: 1 km return
Duration: Allow at least 30 minutes to complete the walk
Grade: Moderate

Walk to the summit of Barrer Hill for an expansive view of Molonglo River Reserve.

Cycling is permitted on this trail.

Barrer Track

Distance: 1.5 km return
Duration: Allow at least 45 minutes to complete the walk
Grade: Easy (some steeper sections along the way)

See Life Support, the vertical habitat-structure artwork mimicking the functions of mature trees for wildlife. Created from a salvaged 400-year-old remnant yellow box tree.

Dogs are not permitted on this track.

Molonglo River Reserve (Coombs) Woodland Track

Distance: 3.6 km return
Duration: Allow at least 1.5 hours to complete the walk
Grade: Easy (some steeper sections along the way)

On this track you will encounter box-gum grassy woodland and rocky grassland, remnants of a historic European settlement and sweeping views of the Molonglo River Reserve.

Namarag Walking Tracks

Grade: Easy (some steeper sections along the way)

A loop within the Namarag site, with signage and rest stops. Enjoy Bushtucker Terrace, 'Ancient Giants' trees and Woodland and Grassland restoration.