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Ipswich Imperial Century

Description

This is a reasonably easy imperial century. There are only two real climbs, but most of the remainder is undulating enough to stop boredom. It is all on sealed roads, most of which are quiet, traffic wise. Usually, it is used as a one day ride, however, it could be done as a loaded two day tour. There are caravan parks at Gatton, Atkinsons Dam and Lowood.

Scenery

Rolling Downs used mainly for cattle grazing. There is intensive cultivation around Forest Hill and the road to Gatton.

Route Details

The road to Rosewood is undulating. Food and water can be obtained at Rosewood. The Granchester Range is crossed between Rosewood and Laidley. It is not a major climb. Laidley has good food shops, toilets and water. The road to Forest Hill is flat to undulating. Forest Hill has a small shop, toilets and water. After Forest Hill, the road is flat until the Esk Road and it then becomes undulating. There is a service station near the Warrego highway where water can be obtained. The Atkinsons Dam sign is small and can be easily missed. Food can be obtained at Atkinsons Dam and Lowood. After Lowood, the route is flat to undulating until the Warrego highway is crossed. Then there are two climbs up the Tallagalla hills. After this it is undulating through Rosewood and back to Ipswich through Walloon.

Map and Cue Sheet

Cue Sheet
Route Map