Updated 28 Sep 2026
Ipswich Walking Groups at a Glance
- A walk for everyone. 16 groups and parkruns around Ipswich. Some welcome all ages and abilities. Others are for seniors, mums, women or men. There’s an indoor walk too. Pick whatever suits you.
- Try them all, pick one. Walks across all seven days. Try a few groups. Find one you like. Check who can join before you go. Most are free and all are welcoming.
- Parkruns count too. Four local parkruns welcome walkers and runner alike. Every Saturday at 7am. Walk the 5km. No time limit. These Parkruns attract 100s. Why not you?
🔢 By The Numbers
- 16 groups and parkruns in this guide
- 7 days a week with walks
- 4 parkruns that welcome walkers
- 3 groups for women and mums
- 2 walks through Ipswich Thriving Seniors
- 1 indoor walking group
- 5km at each parkrun
Prefer to walk with mates?
A walking group can help with that.
Ipswich has plenty.
Here are 16 to try:
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Walking groups and times
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| Group | When |
|---|---|
| Adventure Walks with Kez and ShaniaSocial walks. Routes change.Around Ipswich | Mon, 9am |
| Redbank Plaza Walking GroupLight exercise indoorsRedbank | Mon & Fri, 7am |
| Raceview Walking Group45–60 min. Fitness level not listed.Raceview / Limestone Park | Mon, Wed & Fri, 6am |
| WCC Walk and ChatAll ages and fitness levelsCamira | Mon, 8:30am |
| Spring Lake Park Walking GroupEveryone welcome. 30–45 min.Springfield Lakes | Selected Weds, 8am check dates |
| White Rock AmblersEveryone welcome.White Rock | 1st & 3rd Sat, 9–10am |
| Ipswich Thriving Seniors at Orion60+ or First Nations 50+. Wheel friendly.Springfield Central | Tue, 8–9am |
| Everyday Mums Walking Club in SpringfieldMums at any stage. Prams welcome.Springfield Central | Wed, 9am |
| Cursus Collective IpswichWomen. Walk, jog or run.Ripley | Thu, 5:30am check weekly post |
| Women Walking TogetherWomen of all ages and abilitiesSpringfield Central | Tue, 10am |
| Springfield Mo MenMen. Walk and chat.Springfield Central | Thu, 7pm Sat, 6:30am |
| Ipswich BushwalkersCheck each walk’s difficulty.Ipswich and further afield | Wed mornings & Sun bushwalks |
| Ipswich QLD parkrunAll ages and abilities. Walk the 5km.Limestone Park | Sat, 7am |
| White Rock parkrunAll ages and abilities. Walk the 5km.White Rock | Sat, 7am |
| Robelle Domain parkrunAll ages and abilities. Walk the 5km.Springfield Central | Sat, 7am |
| Ecco Ripley parkrunAll ages and abilities. Walk the 5km.Ripley | Sat, 7am |
Social walking groups
Adventure Walks with Kez and Shania
Monday, 9am · Around Ipswich
Join Kez and Shania. Walk around a different part of town. Then grab a coffee.
- Meet: Check the weekly Facebook event for the meeting spot and start time.
- Cost: Free walk. Buy your own coffee.
More info: Things To Do In Ipswich
Redbank Plaza Walking Group
Monday and Friday, 7am · Redbank
Indoor laps with the Ipswich Hospital Foundation. A walk and a chat out of the weather.
- Meet: Cineplex entrance on Level 3 at Redbank Plaza.
- When: Monday and Friday at 7am. No walks on public holidays.
- Cost: $2 per person.
More info: Redbank Plaza walking group
Raceview Walking Group
Monday, Wednesday and Friday, 6am · Raceview / Limestone Park
A Heart Foundation group for morning walks. Allow 45 to 60 minutes. Ask the organiser how hard the walk is.
- Meet: Monday and Friday at Limestone Park on Griffiths Road. Wednesday at Raceview Shopping Centre on Raceview Street.
- Access: Listed as not wheel friendly. No pet dogs.
- Join: Register through the Heart Foundation link below.
More info: Raceview Heart Foundation group
WCC Walk and Chat
Monday, 8:30am · Camira
Walk and chat with Westside Community Care. All ages and fitness levels welcome. Walks take 30 to 45 minutes.
- Meet: Camira Springfield Community Centre car park. 389 Old Logan Road Camira.
- Access: Listed as not wheel friendly. No pet dogs.
- Also called: Walk & Talk.
More info: Westside Community Care · Heart Foundation group
Spring Lake Park Walking Group
Selected Wednesdays at 8am · Springfield Lakes
A group walk from Spring Lake Park.
- Meet: BBQ tables beside the Ashleigh Barty Tennis Court. Spring Lake Park. 55 Burlington Terrace Springfield Lakes.
- When: Wednesday at 8am. One timetable says fortnightly. Another says monthly. Ask for the next date.
- Join: Everyone welcome. Register through Heart Foundation Walking.
More info: Spring Lake Park walking group · Ipswich Thriving Seniors program
White Rock Amblers
First and third Saturday, 9–10am · White Rock
A social walk and a cuppa. Everyone welcome.
- Meet: White Rock Community House. 37 Foley Way White Rock.
- When: Check the latest timetable. Dates above are from September 2026.
- Who: Everyone welcome.
- Join: Register through Heart Foundation Walking.
More info: White Rock Amblers
Walking groups for seniors
For ages 60 and up. First Nations people can join from 50. Register with Ipswich Thriving Seniors first.
Ipswich Thriving Seniors at Orion
Tuesday, 8–9am · Springfield Central
A seniors walk at Orion. Listed as wheel friendly.
- Meet: Outside Coles at Orion Springfield Central. 1 Main Street.
- Who: Ages 60 and up. First Nations people 50 and up.
- Join: Register first. Call Ipswich Thriving Seniors on 0459 930 453.
More info: Orion walking group · Register with Ipswich Thriving Seniors
Walking groups for women and mums
Everyday Mums Walking Club in Springfield
Wednesday, 9am · Springfield Central
For mums at any stage. Kids and prams welcome. Bring a friend or support person. Walk as far as you like.
- Meet: The bridge just left of Orion Lagoon at Robelle Domain.
- Join: No booking needed. Sign in when you arrive.
- Updates: Check the club’s social pages for changes.
More info: Everyday Mums Walking Club
Cursus Collective Ipswich
Thursday at 5:30am · Ripley
A women’s running club. Thursdays are for walking, jogging or running.
- Meet: Faye Carr Park in Ripley. Check the weekly post first.
- Who: Recent posts welcome kids, prams and dogs.
- Tuesdays: Training varies. Check whether walkers can join.
More info: Cursus Collective Ipswich on Instagram
Women Walking Together
Tuesday, 10am · Springfield Central
Walk and chat at Brighton Homes Arena. Run by Multicultural Australia and the Brisbane Lions. Stay for morning tea.
- Meet: Roar Cafe downstairs at Brighton Homes Arena. 16 Eden Station Drive.
- Walk: About 45 to 60 minutes.
- Who: Women of all ages and abilities. Babies, prams and wheelchairs welcome.
- Cost: Free. Morning tea included.
- Join: Register through the Heart Foundation link below.
More info: Weekly Women’s Walk at Brighton Homes Arena
Walking group for men
Springfield Mo Men
Thursday, 7pm / Saturday, 6:30am · Springfield Central
A walk and a chat with other local men.
- Thursday: Orion Lagoon at 7pm. Check the group’s page for the exact spot.
- Saturday: The Coffee Club at Orion Springfield Central. 6:30am.
- Cost: Free walk. Buy your own coffee.
- Join: Check the links below for updates.
More info: Springfield Mo Men · The Man Walk Springfield Lakes Facebook group
Ipswich bushwalking group
Ipswich Bushwalkers
Wednesday mornings and Sunday bushwalks · Ipswich and further afield
Wednesday walks are usually about 5km. Allow an hour. Sunday bushwalks vary in length and difficulty.
- Meet: Check the club’s calendar for the time and meeting spot.
- Join: Some walks need a booking. Others let visitors turn up. Check the calendar first.
- Cost: Check visitor fees and membership costs.
More info: Ipswich Bushwalkers activity calendar · How to join a walk
Parkruns for walkers
Walk the full 5km. All four start at 7am on Saturdays. Get there early for the briefing. Register once with parkrun. Bring your barcode to record your time. Check the event page for updates. Check each course for pram and wheelchair access. Dog rules vary too.
Ipswich QLD parkrun
Saturday, 7am · Limestone Park
Walk or run 5km around Limestone Park.
- Meet: Bill Paterson Oval in Limestone Park. Corner of Salisbury Road and Lion Street.
- Join: Arrive before 7am for the briefing. Bring your barcode.
More info: Ipswich QLD parkrun
White Rock parkrun
Saturday, 7am · White Rock
Walk or run 5km through White Rock–Spring Mountain Conservation Estate.
- Meet: Enter from School Road at White Rock. Check the course page for the exact spot.
- Join: Arrive before 7am for the briefing. Check for updates first.
More info: White Rock parkrun
Robelle Domain parkrun
Saturday, 7am · Springfield Central
A 5km walk or run on paved paths through Robelle Domain.
- Meet: On the grass above White Gum Terrace for the briefing. Start on John Nugent Way Bridge.
- Join: Arrive before 7am. Check the course page for updates.
More info: Robelle Domain parkrun · Course and meeting point
Ecco Ripley parkrun
Saturday, 7am · Ripley
Walk out and back on concrete paths through local parks. 5km all up.
- Meet: Vacant land about 200 metres behind Ripley Town Centre. Walk through from the far end of the centre car park.
- Getting there: Check the course map for the start. Faye Carr Park is on the route. It’s not the start.
More info: Ecco Ripley parkrun · Course and meeting point
Choosing a walking group
Which Ipswich walking groups are free?
Most are free. Redbank Plaza is $2 per person. Check Ipswich Bushwalkers for visitor and membership fees. Allow extra for coffee.
Do I need to book?
Everyday Mums needs no booking. Sign in when you get there. Register online for Heart Foundation groups. Register with Thriving Seniors before your first walk. Check each event for Adventure Walks and Ipswich Bushwalkers.
Which groups welcome all ages and abilities?
WCC Walk and Chat welcomes all ages and fitness levels. Women Walking Together welcomes women of all ages and abilities. parkrun welcomes all ages and abilities too. Walk the 5km with no time limit. Check each group’s age limits and access.
Looking for places to walk? See our guide to Ipswich’s conservation estates.
Know another regular walking group? Reply to an Ipswich Insider email. Send the group’s name and link. Add the day, time and meeting spot. Corrections welcome too.