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This short circuit walk offers elevated views over Lake Macquarie from Rocky-high Viewpoint. This walk offers pleasant walking beside Lake Macquarie, as well as on a quiet track inland through eucalyptus forest. If possible, complete this walk close to sunset to take advantage of the views across the lake. This local walk is recommended, with the highlight being the views from Rocky-high viewpoint. Let us begin by acknowledging the Awabakal people, Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Rocky-high Circuit Walk

630 m circuit

15 min to 30 min

Rocky-high Circuit Walk

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Pinnacles Car Park to Long Beach

Pinnacles Car Park to Long Beach

630 m return

20 min to 40 min

This short walk takes you straight down to Long Beach, which is a popular fishing spot. The beach itself is a large expanse of sand with strong surf conditions. The walk provides direct access to this great beach and heads through a pass, down through a steep gully with red and white rock walls. Let us begin by acknowledging the Yuin people, Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Swim

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This summit walk to Mt Sugarloaf offers fabulous 360 degree views and is highly recommended. This short but steep walk follows a wide trail, which narrows to become fenced steps directly to the summit. From the summit, you can see across the surrounding plains, with the views of Newcastle, Lake Macquarie and the ocean which are quite spectacular. This walk is often enjoyed by families and children and is highly recommended. Let us begin by acknowledging the Awabakal people, Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Mt Sugarloaf Summit

640 m return

20 min to 30 min

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Starting from the carpark at the end of Quarry Track, Tea Tree Gully, this circuit walk takes you around the former quarry in Anstey Hill Recreation Park via the Little Quarry Loop track. Ambling around a former quarry site, the Little Quarry Loop is an easy 650-metre trail catering for all levels of ability. Quartzite was quarried here in the late 1800s, and the Little Quarry Loop gives you a glimpse of one of these quarries. The trail is well-marked with a series of signs, and is often used by walkers as well as novice bike riders such as children. There are several accessible picnic areas with gazebos dotted around the trail along the way. The trail is suitable for wheelchairs and strollers, as the terrain is hard packed gravel that is mostly level. Dogs on a lead are welcome. Let us begin by acknowledging the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Little Quarry Loop

640 m circuit

10 min to 20 min

Pets

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Starting from the car park at the end of Leeuwin Road, Leeuwin-Naturaliste National Park, this walk explores Cape Leeuwin Lighthouse and the lighthouse's buildings and grounds. The historic Cape Leeuwin Lighthouse stands on the tip of a spectacular peninsula, where the Southern and Indian Oceans meet. Cape Leeuwin Lighthouse is a must-see as it is the tallest lighthouse on the mainland. Learn about the history of this place as you take in the rather soothing scenery. Climb to the top of the lighthouse and look out over the magnificent ocean, the crashing waves and the wilderness of the landscape. The grounds of the lighthouse are well-tended, with sealed paths from the main buildings to the lighthouse. Let us begin by acknowledging the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Cape Leeuwin Lighthouse

640 m circuit

15 min to 30 min

Cape Leeuwin Lighthouse

Cafe

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Starting from the end of Wasp Head Road this return walk leads through historic Aboriginal sites to views over Wasp Island. Let us begin by acknowledging the Yuin people, Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Wasp Head Walk

640 m return

30 min to 1 h 30 min

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Bittangabee Bay Picnic Area to the Storehouse

Bittangabee Bay Picnic Area to the Storehouse

640 m return

20 min to 40 min

The walk to the old storehouse is an opportunity to explore some history of the region and see some fantastic rock platforms. The storehouse and wharf are perched just above the water, on the red rock of the bay. The view across the bay, with the contrast of the red rock, can be magical on sunny days. It is worth allowing time to explore the area, soaking up the natural and historical human efforts that make this area unique. Let us begin by acknowledging the Yuin people, Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Carrington Park to BurraBarroo Lookout

Carrington Park to BurraBarroo Lookout

650 m return

20 min to 30 min

This short walk starts from, and returns to, the Carrington Park track head and winds down along the Prince Henry cliff walk to the Burrabarroo Lookout. There are great views across the Jamison valley and Leura Forest from the lookout. Being such a short walk to a great lookout, this is a great walk if you don't have a lot of time to spare, but still want to see a great piece of the mountains. Let us begin by acknowledging the Dharug & Gundungurra people, Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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This short walk follows a footpath to a large rock platform with some well-preserved Aboriginal engravings. Named after Bulgandry man, an ancestral hero and one of the more detailed engravings at the site, this is clearly a special place. The footpath gently winds through the bush before following a timber platform around the engravings. This walk is accessible for people in wheelchairs but it is important to note the path has deteriorated in some places, making it a bit bouncy. Let us begin by acknowledging the Darkinjung & Guringai people, Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Bulgandry Engravings

650 m return

20 min to 40 min

Ruins

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On this short walk, you will follow a series of footpaths to Shark Bay and head up some sandstone steps to the great views of Shakespheres Point. Since you are up on this headland, it is worth doing a loop around before heading back down to the main area of Nielsen Park. Make a day of it by staying for a swim and a bite to eat. Let us begin by acknowledging the Cadigal & Birrabirragal people, Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Shakespheres Point Loop

650 m circuit

15 min to 30 min

Shakespheres Point Loop

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Falcorostrum Loop Walking Track

Falcorostrum Loop Walking Track

650 m circuit

15 min to 30 min

Take this short circuit walk in Border Ranges National Park to see the beautiful ancient Antarctic beech trees. Check out the views from the top of Bar Mountain before heading back for a picnic. Let us begin by acknowledging the Bundjalung people, Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Sacred Canyon Aboriginal Cultural Walk

Sacred Canyon Aboriginal Cultural Walk

660 m return

1 h 30 min to 2 h

Starting from the car park at the end of Sacred Canyon Road, Ikara-Flinders Ranges National Park, this walk takes you on a guided tour through Sacred Canyon and back. For a fascinating Aboriginal cultural experience, join an experienced Yura guide for an entertaining and informative walk to Sacred Canyon, a significant site to the Adnyamathanha people, where visitors can learn about the engravings, landscape and culture as interpreted by a traditional owner. At the entrance, there's an information board explaining the traditional heritage and cultural significance of the canyon. The trail into the canyon is along a dry river bed lined with river red gums, leading to a site where ancient Aboriginal artwork can be found carved into the sheer rock face. This walk follows a dry river bed, with no formed walking trail and some uneven rocky surfaces, suitable for average fitness levels. Access to Sacred Canyon is only available on Adnyamathanha guided tours, which must be booked in advance at the Wilpena Pound Visitor Centre. Dogs are not permitted in this park. Let us begin by acknowledging the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Caves

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Boonoo Boonoo Falls Walking Track

Boonoo Boonoo Falls Walking Track

660 m return

30 min to 45 min

This short return walk in Boonoo Boonoo National Park takes you from Boonoo Boonoo Falls Road to the lookout with great views of the falls. Take a side trip to Rock pools and have a picnic at the picnic area after the walk. Let us begin by acknowledging the Jukembal people, Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Waterfall

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Mount Monster Summit Hike

Mount Monster Summit Hike

660 m return

15 min to 30 min

Starting from the car park off Mount Monster Road, Keith, this walk takes you to the summit of Mount Monster and back via the Mount Monster Summit Hike. This short, moderately challenging bushwalk takes walkers up to the summit of Mount Monster, an unusual granite outcrop of considerable geologic significance, offering panoramic views over the granite outcrops, natural bushland and surrounding flat farmland. The granite outcrops are surrounded by varied soil types that support diverse bushland vegetation, providing important habitat for a variety of wildlife, birds and reptiles. In spring, there are beautiful displays of colourful native wildflowers, including orchids. This loop consists of wide and narrow walking trails, with uneven natural surfaces, compacted natural surfaces and short steep hills, suitable for average fitness levels. Let us begin by acknowledging the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Birdwatching

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