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Starting from the car park off Nerang Murwillumbah Road, Numinbah Valley, this circuit walk takes you into the woodland of Springbrook National Park, crossing the Waterfall Creek multiple times along the way. Enjoy this tranquil hike along a beautiful creek as you disconnect from the thrum of modern life. The tracks are mostly undulating and quiet as the walk is a bit secluded relative to the other ones nearby. You’ll cross the creek multiple times, but as long as the water level is normal, your feet will stay dry. On the other hand, the creek becomes stronger and forms little waterfalls in a couple of spots after some decent rainfall, This can lead to slippery footing and getting a bit wet, but the gorgeous scenery might just be worth it. Avoid peak hours to minimize the road noise. 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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Waterfall Creek Loop

12.7 km circuit

4 h to 6 h

Waterfall

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Starting from Connolly Road, Mowbray, this return walk takes you to a viewpoint near the Big Mowbray Falls along Mowbray River, mostly via the historic Bump Track. After making your way through the diverse rainforest and finally making it to the riverside, head just a 100 metres downstream to find your prize. You’ll arrive at an incredibly scenic rock pool atop the waterfall, offering you absolute serenity while you’re cooling off. Savor the views over Mowbray Valley as the cool water readies your legs for the way back. Created by Christie Palmerston(a pathfinder) in April 1877, The Bump Track was originally an Aboriginal trail. Grippy hiking shoes are recommended. The track can become dangerous and even impassable during/after rainfall, as the Robbins Creek crossing floods. Even if it doesn’t, the rocks become extremely slippery. Keep an eye out for snakes at all 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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Big Mowbray Falls

12.7 km return

4 h 30 min to 6 h 30 min

4 h 30 min to 6 h 30 min

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Starting behind the Red Hill Epicurean Centre on Shoreham Road, Red Hill South, this walk leads to Merricks and back via the Red Hill Rail Trail. This scenic walk takes you along the former railway line, which used to carry fresh apples on to Hastings where they were sent on to the markets of Melbourne. Surrounded by vineyards and rolling green paddocks with ponies, the trail goes through rows of pine trees, with mushrooms and bright red toadstools dotting the ground. There are many vantage points along the trail where you can look across to Western Port Bay and Phillip Island. There are some good coffee and food spots at the start of the trail, and after you complete it you can sample the local produce at the Merricks General Wine Store. This is a shared trail for walkers, mountain bike riders and horse riders, so be aware of your fellow travelers. The ground can get slippery and can be quite uneven as horses use this trail often. The surface is mostly gravel with some dirt parts, and the return walk has a long gentle hill climb. Make sure to bring your own drinking water, as there's none available along the trail. 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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Red Hill Rail Trail

12.7 km return

3 h 15 min to 5 h 30 min

3 h 15 min to 5 h 30 min

Run

1 h 15 min to 2 h 45 min

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The Camel's Hump Trail, Tidbinbilla Nature Reserve, starts from Mountain Creek Carpark, Paddys River leading mostly via the Camelback Fire Trail to Camel’s Hump. You will feel on top of the world as you round the summit of the Camel’s Hump, the view goes on forever. As you wander up to and back from the peak keep an eye out for the wide range of wildflowers scattered among the route. And if you’re lucky enough, you may see a wild dingo strolling around. Although most of the walk is on a wide firetrail the climb for the summit should not be underestimated. The rock scramble requires you to do some short climbs using hands and feet. Don’t forget about coming back down as that can be scarier for many people. Take care in wet conditions, especially in the rock scrambling part if you decide to make it to the top. Also keep in mind that the reserve closes at 8 PM in summer and 6 PM in winter. 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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Camel's Hump Trail

12.7 km return

4 h 30 min to 7 h

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This great circuit walk enjoys a variety of landscapes in Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park. The walk starts at the historic Sphinx war memorial and follows a series of popular walking tracks that loop around Bobbin Head, including historic Aboriginal engravings, temperate rainforest and a lookout. As the track passes through Bobbin Head, it provides a great opportunity to take a break and pick up a snack at the kiosk before continuing on the return leg. 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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Bobbin Head Loop

12.7 km circuit

4 h 45 min to 5 h

Cafe

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Starting from O'Brien's crossing at the end of O'Brien's Road in Moorabool, this circuit walk follows Lerderderg River along the East Walk track. Once on Cowan Track the walk starts to climb pretty steeply toward the top of Upsall Hill to get your blood pumping, but the views from the top are well worth the climb. Hiking shoes are recommended. The track is subject to flood damage. 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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East Walk Circuit

12.7 km circuit

4 h 30 min to 6 h 30 min

4 h 30 min to 6 h 30 min

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Great North Walk: Hornsby - Crosslands

Great North Walk: Hornsby - Crosslands

12.7 km oneway

4 h 30 min to 7 h

After exploring the edge of the valley you will cross the Steele Military Bridge before climbing to Tunks Ridge rest area. Not far from here the walk starts to lead steeply down enjoying more sandstone caves to cross under Galston Road to find the Galston trackhead. Note this part of the walk was re-routed in early 2016 to go via the streets of Hornsby Heights. This re-route is due to the multi-agency decision to close the Fishponds to Steele Bridge section of the Benowie Track. This decision has upset many people and the protest continues.\r\nFrom Galston trackhead this walk then follows the eastern side of the steep Berowra Creek valley from Galston Gorge to Crosslands. This enjoyable section of The Great North Walk spends most of the time enjoying the wide tidal creeks in the deep valleys. There are many grass trees and sandstone caves to enjoy as well as several lovely places to camp. Crosslands provides road access, a chance to fill up the water bottle and an optional side trip to motel style accommodation at Crosslands Conventions centre. 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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Starting from the Flints car park off Tidbinbilla Reserve Road, Paddys River, this walk crosses Tidbinbilla River, Ashbrook Creek and Mountain Creek via the Ashbrook Fire Trail, then heads back to the start. Explore the mixed Eucalypt woodland as you enjoy a little bit of Aboriginal history. You’ll visit 2 scarred trees near the track, which have their bark removed in the shape of a shield. The Aboriginal people used these barks to make canoes, traps and shelters as well. Fellow (kanga)roos can be spotted throughout the journey, with a chance to see some interesting birdlife near the ponds and creeks. Enjoy this stroll in nature as the singular wide fire trail lets you focus on your surroundings. Although, take care on the crossings as the water level can reach ankle height in colder months. Thus, waterproof shoes may come in handy. Keep in mind that the Tidbinbilla Nature Reserve requires a pass, which can be acquired daily or annual. This journey can be made into a one-way trip if you arrange transport. You can also reverse the direction if you’d like to. 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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Ashbrook Fire Trail

12.7 km return

3 h 30 min to 5 h

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Mountaineer-Glowang Trail

Mountaineer-Glowang Trail

12.8 km oneway

5 h, 7 h to 12 h

This one-way walk in Barrington Tops National Park takes you close to 3 mountain tops (The Mountaneer, The Pimple and The Pinnacle). Starting from Middle Ridge Road walk all the way to Gloucester Tops Road, where you can have a picnic next to Gloucester River. Let us begin by acknowledging the Biripi & Worimi 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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Marramarra Ridge and Smugglers Ridge circuit

Marramarra Ridge and Smugglers Ridge circuit

12.8 km circuit

4 h, 6 h 30 min to 2 days

12.8 km

Circuit

Walk

4 h, 6 h 30 min to 2 days

Run

2 h to 4 h

This circuit walk takes you through Marramarra National Park along Marramarra Ridge down to Marramarra Creek. Along the way; visit the historic orange orchards, ripe for picking late winter. In Spring this whole walk, especially the ridges are alive with native wildflowers. You can have a swim in the river (best at high tide) there are also two campsites halfway if you want to lunch of even stay overnight at either Marramarra Creek campsite or the Orchard Picnic Area. 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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Swim

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West Canungra Creek Waterfall Circuit

West Canungra Creek Waterfall Circuit

12.8 km circuit

5 h to 7 h 30 min

Starting from Lamington National Park Road, O’Reilly, this circuit walk explores the dense forest alongside Canungra Creek via multiple tracks, visiting multiple waterfalls and swimming holes along the way. Prepare to be here all day as you’ll want to enjoy the cool waters of Canungra along with the pure beauty of the scenery around. You’ll cross creeks, walk along ridges, and visit lovely picnic spots as you make your way through the exquisite trees of Lamington. You can expect to spot some ‘yabbies’(Australian term) here, a species of crayfish known as spiny blue crayfish. Besides the interesting wildlife, the track gives you glimpses of the picturesque hinterland as well. Although it’s best to view the waterfalls after some decent rain, leeches become more abundant in such conditions. Wear long sleeves and pants to make this less of a problem. Keep in mind that you may run into different snake species as well, especially in warmer months. The track can be muddy in sections, and rock scrambling/hopping may be required to reach some of the falls. Hiking poles may come in handy. 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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This enjoyable walk follows an old management trail from Rennix Gap to the panoramic views from a granite outcrop, which is also home to a Snowy Hydro radio repeater. On this walk, you will visit a variety of environments from open grassy plains, wooded forest, exposed granite outcrops and alpine fens. Let us begin by acknowledging the Ngarigo 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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Rennix Trail

12.8 km return

4 h 30 min to 5 h

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Lake Sambell to Lake Kerferd Walk

Lake Sambell to Lake Kerferd Walk

12.8 km return

3 h 15 min to 5 h 30 min

12.8 km

Return

Walk

3 h 15 min to 5 h 30 min

Run

1 h 15 min to 2 h 45 min

Starting near the car park next to the Chinese Gardens on Albert Road, Beechworth, this walk leads to Lake Kerferd and back via the Lake Sambell Trail and the Pipeline Track. Enjoy this beautiful hike that takes you through tall eucalypt forests on a single track and a fire road. There is plenty of wildlife to be spotted, including koalas, wombats and wallabies, rosellas and more. The track's terrain is a mixture of muddy, rocky, slippery and gravelly, with short steep hill sections and many steps. It is suitable for most ages and fitness levels. There is evidence of past mining activity and tunnelling in the area, with many disused mine shafts along the way. Some are covered with wire mesh, and others are uncovered, so staying on the designated track is best. 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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Starting from the Black Rocks car park on the Coffin Track, Coffin Bay National Park, this walk takes you to the coastline of Avoid Bay and back via the Black Rocks Hike. Coffin Bay National Park is known for its remote coastal scenery, with rocky islands, windswept cliffs, sweeping beaches and tranquil bays, making it a great place for boating, fishing, sailing, scuba diving and windsurfing. The park is home to a wide variety of wildlife, including emus, goannas and kangaroos, as well as seabirds such as albatrosses, ospreys, petrels and white-bellied sea eagles. This moderately challenging trail takes walkers through coastal mallee to the rugged coastline of Avoid Bay, with views overlooking Lake Damascus from the top of sand dunes along the way. Much of the trail can be quite sandy, and once it reaches the cliffs, the trail becomes unmarked, indistinct and quite rocky. From there, walkers can return via the same route or continue along the clifftops, with spectacular views of Black Rocks, Avoid Bay and Thorny Passage Marine Park. This walk consists of gently undulating walking trails, with some uneven natural surfaces, suitable for moderate 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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Black Rocks

12.8 km return

3 h to 4 h

Birdwatching

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