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Blue Tiles Walking Trail

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Blue Tiles Walking Trail

Easy

5.0

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Blue Tiles Walking Trail

01:48

6.66km

80m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: March 14, 2026

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Molonglo Gorge Nature Reserve

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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100 m

Blue Tiles Walking Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Blue Tiles Walking Trail is a moderately challenging return walk in Molonglo Gorge Nature Reserve that follows the northern side of the Molonglo River through a rugged sandstone gorge. The narrow path winds through dry eucalypt woodland and black cypress pines, climbing above the river in places where the gorge walls steepen, and the landscape becomes more dramatic. Along the way, there are occasional breaks in the trees with beautiful views of the winding river and rocky cliffs before the trail reaches the peaceful riverside clearing at Blue Tiles.

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1.40 km

View of the Molonglo River

Highlight • Viewpoint

This is a picturesque spot along the Blue Tiles Walking Trail where the track rises above the Molonglo River as it winds through the gorge. From this elevated position, you can see the river bending through the rocky banks and dense eucalypt woodland that line the valley. It's a fantastic view of Molonglo Gorge and a great spot to take a moment to appreciate the quiet bushland landscape before continuing along the trail.

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3.33 km

Blue Tiles picnic area

Highlight • Rest Area

This picnic area is a quiet clearing along the river, and the turnaround point for the Blue Tiles Walking Trail. Nestled under eucalypts and surrounded by steep, bush-covered slopes, this spot feels surprisingly secluded, even though it’s close to the city. The river bends gently through the gorge here, creating calm pools and rocky edges that make it a peaceful place to rest before returning along the trail.

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6.66 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

6.51 km

118 m

Surfaces

6.44 km

118 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Friday 10 July

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Blue Tiles picnic area

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