Venman Bushland Circuit

Starting from the end of Venman Road, Mount Cotton, this walk takes you on a circuit in the Venman Bushland National Park, crossing Tingalpa and Billabong creeks along the way. Named after Jack Burnett Venman, this bushland consists of eucalypt trees and lowland rainforest, along with other plant species. You may come across some fluffy koalas and greater gliders, along with not-so-fluffy eastern water dragons and lace monitor lizards. This peaceful stroll in nature can end or start with a festive picnic in the scenic picnic tables throughout the track. An insect repellent can come in clutch against the mozzies(Australian slang for mosquitos). Keep in mind that dogs, horses and mountain bikes are not allowed in the park. 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	(-27.6320418,153.2046392)
Mode	Car
Directions	From Pacific Motorway, M1 Turn on to then drive for 325 m Turn left onto Beenleigh-Redland Bay Road, 47 and drive for another 45 m At roundabout, take exit 2 onto Beenleigh Redland Bay Road, 47, SMB and drive for another 1.1 km At roundabout, take exit 2 onto Beenleigh Redland Bay Road, 47, SMB and drive for another 900 m Turn left onto California Creek Road and drive for another 550 m At roundabout, take exit 2 onto California Creek Road, SMB and drive for another 250 m At roundabout, take exit 2 onto California Creek Road, SMB and drive for another 600 m At roundabout, take exit 1 onto California Creek Road, SMB and drive for another 1.1 km Turn left onto West Mount Cotton Road, SMB and drive for another 3.5 km Turn left onto Venman Road and drive for another 185 m Turn left and drive for another 140 m

Track Notes Turn by turn instructions & maps

Getting started
From the car park at the end of Venman Road, head towards the metal gate with the “National park” sign on it along the dirt path. Pass through the gap next to the gate and join the wide trail as you pass by a green hip-height signpost to your right. Follow the said track for 45 metres, then turn left and join the Scribbly Break Track. Pass by the toilets to your right to continue along Venman Bushland Circuit(clockwise).....

Turn map	Directions & comments
	Start. Find the sign at the start. Find the gate at the start. After 25 m pass the picnic table (7 m on your left).
	After another 20 m (at the intersection of Venman Road & Scribbly Break) turn left, to head along Scribbly Break. After another 35 m continue straight, to head along Scribbly Break. After another 135 m (at the intersection of Billabong Break & Scribbly Break) continue straight, to head along Scribbly Break.
	After another 60 m (at the intersection of Gahnia Break & Scribbly Break) continue straight, to head along Scribbly Break. After another 200 m (at the intersection of Powerline Break & Scribbly Break) continue straight, to head along Scribbly Break. After another 285 m (at the intersection of Scribbly Break & Tallow Break) continue straight, to head along Scribbly Break.
	After another 110 m continue straight, to head along Scribbly Break. After another 70 m cross the ford.
	After another 50 m (at the intersection of Scribbly Break & Swordsedge Break) veer right, to head along Scribbly Break. After another 240 m (at the intersection of Shailer Break & Scribbly Break) continue straight, to head along Shailer Break. After another 130 m (at the intersection of Casuarina Break & Shailer Break) continue straight, to head along Shailer Break.
	After another 500 m (at the intersection of Venman Road & Shailer Break) continue straight, to head along Venman Road.
	After another 335 m (at the intersection of Neville Lawrie Link & Slashed Break) continue straight, to head along Neville Lawrie Link. After another 315 m (at the intersection of Glossy Black Lane & Neville Lawrie Link) continue straight, to head along Neville Lawrie Link.
	After another 940 m (at the intersection of Neville Lawrie Link & Northen Break) turn right, to head along Northen Break. After another 550 m (at the intersection of Northen Break & Glossy Black Lane) continue straight, to head along Northen Break. After another 450 m (at the intersection of Northen Break & Grevillia Break) continue straight, to head along Northen Break.
	After another 105 m (at the intersection of Northen Break & Tingalpa Break) turn right, to head along Tingalpa Break.
	After another 520 m (at the intersection of Paperback Track & Tingalpa Break) turn left, to head along Tingalpa Break. After another 50 m cross the ford.
	After another 450 m (at the intersection of Tingalpa Break & Irenes Break) veer right, to head along Tingalpa Break.
	After another 560 m (at the intersection of Venman Road & Tingalpa Break) turn left, to head along Venman Road. After another 35 m (at the intersection of Iris Track & Venman Road) continue straight, to head along Venman Road. After another 90 m cross the stepping stones.
	After another 15 m (at the intersection of Billabong Break & Venman Road) turn left, to head along Jacks Track. After another 860 m (at the intersection of Jacks Track & Boggy Loop) continue straight, to head along Jacks Track.
	After another 35 m veer right, to head along Jacks Track.
	After another 165 m (at the intersection of Venman Road & Jacks Track) turn left, to head along Venman Road. After another 90 m continue straight, to head along Venman Road. After another 65 m pass the toilet (30 m on your right). This toilet is wheelchair accessible. This toilet is male, female and equipped with a hand-washing basin.
	After another 40 m come to the end.

Terrain Know the Hills, grading & facilities

Venman Bushland Circuit

Grading

	Class 3/6 Moderate track
Length	7.6 km
Time	2 h to 3 h 15 min

Quality of track	Clear and well formed track or trail (2/6)
Gradient	Short steep hills (3/6)
Signage	Clearly signposted (2/6)
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)

Some facilities on route

Toilet: There is one 7.5 km from the start.

Order of key facilities on route

Item	From Start	Name & link to notes
Toilet	7.5 km	[toilet]

Weather & Alerts Check forecasts & closures
Weather Forecast
- Logan Central Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun Mon Tue
  
  Wednesday 11 September
  
  24°C
  Shower or two.
  70% chance of rain
  
  Partly cloudy. The chance of fog in the south early this morning. Medium chance of showers, most likely during the morning and afternoon. Light winds. Daytime maximum temperatures in the low to mid 20s.
  
  Fire Danger Rating: Moderate
  
  UV Alert: Sun protection 8:30am to 2:50pm, UV Index predicted to reach 8 [Very High]
  
  Thursday 12 September
  
  13°C → 27°C
  Showers developing.
  100% chance of rain
  1 → 10mm
  
  Partly cloudy. The chance of fog in the early morning, mainly inland. Very high chance of showers, most likely in the afternoon and evening. The chance of a thunderstorm from the late morning. Light winds becoming south to southeasterly 15 to 20 km/h in the late evening. Overnight temperatures falling to between 12 and 15 with daytime temperatures reaching the mid to high 20s.
  
  Friday 13 September
  
  11°C → 23°C
  Cloudy.
  30% chance of rain
  0 → 1mm
  
  Partly cloudy. Medium chance of showers along the coastal fringe, slight chance elsewhere. Winds south to southeasterly 20 to 30 km/h. Overnight temperatures falling to between 10 and 14 with daytime temperatures reaching the low to mid 20s.
  
  Saturday 14 September
  
  9°C → 23°C
  Partly cloudy.
  10% chance of rain
  
  Cloudy. Medium chance of showers near the coast, near zero chance elsewhere. Winds southerly 15 to 25 km/h turning east to southeasterly during the morning then becoming light during the evening. Overnight temperatures falling to between 7 and 12 with daytime temperatures reaching the low to mid 20s.
  
  Sunday 15 September
  
  10°C → 23°C
  Possible shower.
  40% chance of rain
  0 → 1mm
  
  Possible shower.
  
  Monday 16 September
  
  11°C → 22°C
  Partly cloudy.
  30% chance of rain
  0 → 1mm
  
  Partly cloudy.
  
  Tuesday 17 September
  
  11°C → 24°C
  Cloudy.
  30% chance of rain
  0 → 1mm
  
  Cloudy.
  
  Forecast data thanks to © Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Alerts
- Venman Bushland National Park alerts
  Upcoming planned burns (update)
  The Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service will be undertaking planned burns in this park over the coming months as part of the fire management program for the area. Affected parks: Venman Bushland National Park; Daisy Hill Conservation Park; Plunkett Conservation Park and Wickham National Park; Mount Barney National Park; Moogerah Peaks National Park
  
  Alert kindly provided by © Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service

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