The Brisbane Valley Rail Trail is a 161 km recreation trail from Wulkuraka to Yarraman. It will follow the old Brisbane Valley railway line and provide walkers, touring cyclists and horse riders with an opportunity to experience the history and landscape of the Brisbane Valley.
The 8.5 km Fernvale to Lowood section of the Brisbane Valley Rail Trail is northwest of Ipswich and Brisbane along the Warrego and Brisbane Valley Highways. The township of Lowood is located on the Brisbane River and is 65 km from the Brisbane CBD.
This section of the trail is well maintained gravel track and is suitable for walking, bike and horse riding. Many of the locals use this section as their form of excerise, or commute to school and friends places.