Chinchilla Botanic Parkland Bouldering Wall

Free bouldering in Chinchilla's Botanic Parkland

The Chinchilla Botanic Parkland Bouldering Wall is a free outdoor bouldering structure in the Chinchilla Botanic Parkland, the 4.2-hectare park between Canaga and Wambo Streets that Western Downs Regional Council opened in June 2019, co-funded by the Queensland Government. It stands in the park's play area, under purple and green shade sails between the nature-play logs and the watermelon-themed water park, a short walk from the public toilets.

The wall

It's a faceted arch from Bouldering Australia, which builds these structures as public climbing for all ages and abilities. Its grey, navy, yellow and orange panels are studded with climbing holds and larger volumes, so you can work your way up the angled faces, traverse along the arch or link moves from one side to the other. Bark softfall covers the ground around it. There's no rope or booking: it's low bouldering, suited to short problems and playful sessions for kids and adults alike.

Good to know

• There's no entry fee or booking: it's part of a public council park.
• Nothing is hired out on site.
• The parkland has toilets, barbecues, picnic tables, a water refill station, shaded playgrounds, parkour equipment and 3 km of paths.
• The water park beside the arch opens from 08:00 to 17:00.
• Report damage or safety issues to Western Downs Regional Council on 1300 268 624.