Consolidated Statements Of Comprehensive Income (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	3 Months Ended		9 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2013	Sep. 30, 2012	Sep. 30, 2013	Sep. 30, 2012
Consolidated Statements Of Comprehensive Income [Abstract]
Net income (loss)	$ (21,497)	$ (44,660)	$ 33,943	$ 77,814
Other comprehensive income (loss), net of tax:
Change in fair value on available-for-sale securities	179		179
Total other comprehensive income	179		179
Total comprehensive income (loss)	(21,318)	(44,660)	34,122	77,814
Less: Comprehensive income (loss) attributable to noncontrolling interest	301		301
Comprehensive income (loss) attributable to QR Energy, LP	$ (21,619)	$ (44,660)	$ 33,821	$ 77,814