Mulligans Flat Woodland Sanctuary - Goorooyarroo Extension
Mulligans Flat Woodland Sanctuary - Goorooyarroo Extension
Mulligans Flat Woodland Sanctuary - Goorooyarroo Extension is a significant protected area in the Australian Capital Territory, preserving the largest contiguous area of critically endangered Yellow Box-Blakely's Red Gum Grassy Woodland. This unique landscape, characterized by woodlands, open paddocks, and varied terrain, provides vital habitat for numerous native species, including reintroductions like the Eastern Bettong. The sanctuary's diverse environment makes it suitable for several sports like road cycling, hiking, mountain biking, touring cycling, and more.
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4.07km
01:02
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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4.37km
01:26
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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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01:46
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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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6.94km
02:11
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270m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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90.1km
04:20
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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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01:38
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Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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01:01
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90m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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14.9km
01:36
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Hard mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

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Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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21.9km
01:30
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Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

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20.7km
01:26
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180m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.
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34
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35.8km
02:57
360m
360m
Hard bike ride. Good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

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02:07
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Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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71.4km
04:23
480m
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Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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28.0km
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300m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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34
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Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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27.9km
02:12
500m
500m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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74.7km
04:43
920m
920m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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runners
15.6km
01:38
160m
160m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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5.57km
00:37
100m
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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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7.74km
00:49
70m
70m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Mulligans Flat Woodland Sanctuary - Goorooyarroo Extension offers diverse outdoor activities. These include road cycling, hiking, mountain biking, touring cycling, jogging, and gravel biking. The area is known for its critically endangered Yellow Box-Blakely's Red Gum Grassy Woodland.
Mulligans Flat Woodland Sanctuary - Goorooyarroo Extension features numerous hiking trails suitable for various fitness levels. Hikers can find routes ranging from easy walks to more moderate hikes, exploring different woodland types and open grassy areas. More information is available in the guide Hiking in Mulligans Flat Woodland Sanctuary - Goorooyarroo Extension.
Road cycling is permitted on management trails within Mulligans Flat Woodland Sanctuary - Goorooyarroo Extension, including sections of the Centenary Trail. While many routes feature mostly paved surfaces, some segments may be unpaved. Details on routes can be found in the guide Road Cycling Routes in Mulligans Flat Woodland Sanctuary - Goorooyarroo Extension.
Mulligans Flat Woodland Sanctuary offers a variety of mountain biking trails that weave through flat woodlands, open paddocks, and areas with short, moderately steep hills. Riders can utilize maintenance and fire trails, which frequently connect to the adjoining Goorooyarroo Nature Reserve. Explore routes in the guide MTB Trails in Mulligans Flat Woodland Sanctuary - Goorooyarroo Extension.
The sanctuary offers family-friendly options, including easy hikes suitable for various ages and fitness levels. These trails provide opportunities to explore the unique woodland environment. Specific family-friendly hiking routes are detailed in the guide Family-friendly hikes in Mulligans Flat Woodland Sanctuary - Goorooyarroo Extension.
The sanctuary protects the largest remaining contiguous area of the critically endangered Yellow Box-Blakely's Red Gum Grassy Woodland in the ACT. It is a predator-free haven for reintroducing locally extinct native species like the Eastern Bettong and Eastern Quoll. The area also features approximately 150 species of wildflowers and six different species of gum trees.
Yes, the sanctuary is a stronghold for various native animals, including reintroductions of the Eastern Bettong, Eastern Quoll, and Bush Stone-Curlew. It also provides habitat for the endangered Golden Sun Moth and breeding areas for the vulnerable Superb Parrot. Visitors have opportunities to observe these animals, especially during guided night walks.
Routes in Mulligans Flat Woodland Sanctuary - Goorooyarroo Extension have an average rating of 4.52 out of 5 stars on komoot. This rating is based on feedback from more than 17,000 visitors who have shared their experiences in the region.
Mulligans Flat Woodland Sanctuary is a predator-free haven for native wildlife. Due to its conservation efforts and the presence of vulnerable species, dogs are generally not permitted within the sanctuary to protect the ecosystem and its inhabitants.
Komoot offers several guides for the region, covering various activities. These include Hiking, MTB Trails, Road Cycling Routes, and Gravel Biking.
The official website for Mulligans Flat Woodland Sanctuary is mulligansflat.org.au. For inquiries, the Woodlands and Wetlands Trust, which manages the sanctuary, can be reached at +61261696835.
Touring cycling is possible on management trails, including parts of the Centenary Trail. Routes may feature both paved and unpaved segments, requiring cyclists to be prepared for varied terrain. More details are available in the guide Cycling in Mulligans Flat Woodland Sanctuary - Goorooyarroo Extension.

