Pedestrian entry to Mulligans Flat

The pedestrian entry to Mulligans Flat provides access to Mulligans Flat Woodland Sanctuary, a substantial Box-gum grassy woodland conservation area in Canberra’s north-east. Walking trails lead through a protected landscape managed for native wildlife, offering a chance to experience an important part of the region’s natural environment on foot.

The sanctuary covers more than 1,253 hectares behind a predator-proof fence and is free from the impacts of foxes, rabbits, goats, deer and hares. That protection has helped reintroduced species thrive, including the Eastern Bettong, Bush Stone-curlew and Eastern Quoll. The setting is shaped by ongoing conservation work, with revegetation, habitat improvements and camera monitoring supporting research into Australian woodlands.

This is a thoughtful choice for walkers, nature enthusiasts and anyone interested in local conservation. It can also suit visitors who want a quieter outdoor experience close to Gungahlin, with the sanctuary offering a direct connection to Canberra’s woodland landscape rather than a built attraction. Access is available via Wildbark, where parking is provided at 25 Rosenberg Street, Throsby. The site states that there is no level change between the car park and the start of the sanctuary’s walking trails, which may be useful for visitors considering accessibility. Mulligans Flat is also connected with community education, tours, open days and events through the Woodlands and Wetlands Trust, the ACT Government and research partners.