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Take this challenging return walk in Watagans National Park to see the historic remnants of O’Hara’s Sawmill and take in the beautiful rainforest. 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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2 h 15 min to 3 h 30 min

Ruins

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Toohey Forest & Nathan Circuit

Toohey Forest & Nathan Circuit

7.2 km circuit

2 h to 3 h 15 min

Starting from Toohey Picnic Area car park off Toohey Road, Salisbury, this circuit walk takes you through Toohey Forest, optionally visiting the Sandstone Lookout along the way. The Toohey Forest & Nathan Circuit is a tranquil walk through a eucalypt woodland. The creek flows after rainfall, creating a refreshing atmosphere. The walk provides a variety of options for customisation and is challenging enough to get the heart rate up without being too technical or long. The Toohey Forest is home to over 400 native animals, including the short-beaked echidna, red-browed finch, rainbow lorikeet, koalas and more. Wildflowers are abundant, especially in spring, and the canopy provides ample shade. Dogs are allowed on lead. Although the tracks are mostly well-maintained, there is not much signage, so it is advisable to pay more attention to the app/map. The forest can get quite busy during peak times. 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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Urban

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Starting from the car park off Duringan Street, this walk takes you on a circuit in the coastal and urban areas of Currumbin, visiting beaches, parks and lookouts along the way. Enjoy a leisurely stroll around and in the suburbs as you get acquainted with the area. Enjoy the panoramic coastal views over the various beaches, then head into the urban part of the city as you go through lovely little parks with plenty of greenery. After the urban section, you’ll cross the Currumbin Creek to visit the Beree-Badalla Reserve of Palm Beach. Although it’s not a remote hike that’ll make you forget about real life, this customizable track can still give you a good exercise whilst enjoying the advantages of being in the city. Sunbathe in the gorgeous beaches, dive into the welcoming waters of the Pacific and eat at any restaurant of your choice. Remember to put on sunscreen and wear a hat. Dogs are allowed on leash along the track, but you’ll need to follow the signage and avoid flagged areas when it comes to the beaches. 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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Currumbin Scenic Circuit

7.2 km circuit

1 h 45 min to 3 h

Currumbin Scenic Circuit

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Abbotts Falls Walking Track

Abbotts Falls Walking Track

7.2 km circuit

2 h 45 min to 3 h

This circuit takes you through both dry and moist forest, using a combination of walking trails and wider tracks. The side trip to the dammed pool is recommended, to see the deep Aboriginal carved grooves by the pool. This walk travels through open forest with wild flowers (in season) to descend into a moist rainforest environment near Abbotts Falls. This is a great place to cool off on a hot summer’s day. 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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Cooks Nose Walking Track

7.3 km return

2 h 30 min to 3 h 30 min

Cooks Nose Walking Track

Return

Starting from Barren Grounds picnic area take this return walk through heathland for stunning views over Kangaroo Valley at 4 lookouts. Let us begin by acknowledging the Wodi Wodi & Wandandian 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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2 h 30 min to 3 h 30 min

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Kangaroo River Firetrail

7.3 km return

2 h 30 min to 3 h 30 min

Kangaroo River Firetrail

Return

From Tallowa Dam Road this return walk takes you through Morton National Park to the shores of Lake Yarrunga (on Kangaroo River). Takes some time by the Kangaroo River for a swim and just soak up the feeling of being away from it all. Continue down the more narrow track at the end of the fire trail to get to the water's edge. Let us begin by acknowledging the Wodi Wodi & Wandandian 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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2 h 30 min to 3 h 30 min

Run

1 h 15 min to 1 h 45 min

Swim

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Wattamolla to Eagle Rock Lookout

Wattamolla to Eagle Rock Lookout

7.3 km return

2 h 45 min to 3 h

The walk from Wattamolla picnic area to Eagle Rock is an excellent way to see the the Royal coastline and the Eagle Rock formation. This walk heads south from Wattamolla, following the Coast Track, leaving the sea cliffs for a while to pass through some beautiful heath, then back to the coast, to the Eagle Rock Lookout. The walk returns to Wattamolla the same way, for a bite to eat and a swim. Let us begin by acknowledging the Dharawal 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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Cafe

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Starting from Mount Matilda Car Park, Wongan Hills, this walk takes you on a circuit in Wongan Hills Nature Reserve. This walk offers visitors open views of the wheat fields and Lake Hinds from the peak of Mount Matilda, the highest peak within the Shire of Wongan-Ballidu. The nine lookouts scattered along the path include interpretive signs that will benefit the visitors. There is also a wide range of wildflowers, including red barked gimlets in large quantities; visiting from May to November and anti-clockwise rotation is recommended. The first section of the walk is quite steep with steps. It is also possible to encounter termite mounds. Some bushwalking experience is advised. 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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Mount Matilda Long Loop

7.3 km circuit

2 h to 3 h 30 min

Mount Matilda Long Loop

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Rural

Great North Walk: Berowra Waters to Cowan Station

Great North Walk: Berowra Waters to Cowan Station

7.3 km oneway

3 h 15 min to 3 h 30 min

Oneway

This is a hilly walk out of the beautiful Berowra Waters valley to Cowan Station. There are many wide views across Berowra Creek providing some great excuses for well deserved rest stops. Take your time to enjoy the views, and rock formations, and creek crossings along the way as the track leads a nearly direct route to Cowan Station, through a wonderfully remote section of bushland. 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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3 h 15 min to 3 h 30 min

Cafe

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Mount Baldy and Yabi Circuit

Mount Baldy and Yabi Circuit

7.3 km circuit

2 h 45 min to 4 h

1 h 45 min to 2 h 30 min

Starting from Rifle Range Road, Atherton, this circuit walk takes you to the summits of Mount Baldy and Yabi Mountain, exploring the dense rainforest along with the open woodland of Herberton Range State Forest. Both summits provide you panoramic views over the surrounding land, especially towards the town of Atherton and Lake Tinaroo in the distance. Notice the change in vegetation as you travel through the different sections of the track. You’ll come across lots of bird species such as cockatoos and house sparrows throughout the journey. Gliders and possums reside in the area as well. In fact, the word ‘Yabi’ actually means possum in the aboriginal language of the Tableland Yidinji People. Please take good care of their country out of respect. Keep in mind that there may be loose rocks on the track. Avoid coming during/after rainfall as the track can be slippery when wet. 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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Signal Peak (from Mt Abrupt car park)

Signal Peak (from Mt Abrupt car park)

7.3 km return

3 h to 4 h

Starting from Mount Abrupt Car Park, Bornes Hill, this walk takes you to Signal Peak in Grampians National Park. You can traverse the forest setting in the first half of the walk and can enjoy the great open vistas of the Southern Grampians and Dunkeld at the second part. It starts off steadily and becomes steeper towards the end of the trail. The area is also prone to stay moist after heavy rainfall. 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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Plunkett and Wickham Circuit

Plunkett and Wickham Circuit

7.3 km circuit

2 h 15 min to 3 h 30 min

Circuit

Starting from the end of Flesser Road, Tamborine, this walk takes you on a circuit in the woodlands of Plunkett Conservation Park and Wickham National Park, optionally visiting the Grass Tree Lookout with a side trip. Embark on a pleasant journey in the open eucalypt forest that is richened by the grass trees and colourful wildflowers sprinkled throughout the track. The lively forest is home to koalas and southern greater gliders, so keep an eye on treetops to have a chance of spotting one. Rare bird species such as the white-throated needletail and Albert’s lyrebird reside in the park as well. Dogs are allowed to join you on this track considering they’re on leash. 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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2 h 15 min to 3 h 30 min

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The Cascades & Ridge Circuit

The Cascades & Ridge Circuit

7.3 km circuit

2 h 45 min to 4 h

Starting from the Manna Gum camping area, Goomburra, this walk takes you on a circuit in the woodlands of Main Range National Park, exploring the foreshores of Dalrymple Creek and a ridge along the way. You’ll be hiking through a dense forest that has great scenery, with half the walk near water. Take your time and listen to the burbling sound of water as you make your way through. A reasonable level of fitness is recommended due to the steepness of certain parts of the track. Keep an eye out for snakes and cover your legs to be safe. Hiking poles may come in handy on steep descents. 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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Enjoying a variety of different environments, Devil's Hole trail descends into the valley below Katoomba via the Six Foot Track, before rising up through the difficult, and often slippery, Devil's Hole. This is definitely one of the more difficult trails in the area. Walkers can enjoy great views from the top of the valley at both ends of the walk, as well as an extremely pretty creek environment as the track passes through Nellie's Glen. 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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Devil's Hole Trail

7.3 km oneway

3 h 15 min to 3 h 30 min

3 h 15 min to 3 h 30 min

Waterfall

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This walk visits all of the popular locations in Green Point Reserve, as well as some of the lesser-visited areas inland. Taking in Sea Eagle Park, Green Point and Rocky-high viewpoint on the foreshore and then travel inland through mostly eucalyptus forest to enjoy the views at Sea Eagle Lookout, before completing this circuit walk back to your starting point. A varied walk that gives the walker an excellent sense of what Green Point Reserve has to offer. This walk is thoroughly recommended. 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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Green Point Circuit Walk

7.3 km circuit

2 h 45 min to 3 h

Green Point Circuit Walk

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