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This walk takes you from North Narrabeen past long sandy beaches and numerous lookouts to Manly. Soak in the spectacular views over the ocean or perhaps opt for a swim in Dee Why beach pool or McKillop pool to freshen up. 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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SHCW: Narrabeen to Manly

15.8 km oneway

5 h to 8 h 30 min

SHCW: Narrabeen to Manly

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Ingalalla Falls, Kalamunda Native Forest Reserve and Mount Hayfield Loop

Ingalalla Falls, Kalamunda Native Forest Reserve and Mount Hayfield Loop

15.9 km circuit

3 h 30 min to 5 h

1 h 45 min to 2 h 30 min

Starting from the Ingalalla Falls car park off Hay Flat Road, Hay Flat, this walk takes you on a circuit around the Second Valley Forest Reserve past Ingalalla Falls, the Kalamunda Native Forest Reserve and Mount Hayfield. This challenging hike explores the natural creeks, waterfalls, pine forest plantations and native scrub within the Second Valley Forest Reserve. The hike begins with a short walk to Ingalalla Falls, following the creek upstream to the rock pools and waterfall, with several picnic tables dotted along the path. The hike continues to the north-eastern corner of the reserve, winding around the pine forest plantation, then heads west to the Kalamunda Native Forest Reserve, passing through the native scrub around Blackfellows Creek before climbing to the summit of Mount Hayfield. This loop consists mostly of fire tracks, suitable for moderate fitness levels, with some short steep hills. The tracks aren't well-signposted, so some sections may be unclear. The upper tiers of Ingalalla Falls are difficult to reach, as the trail is very steep and slippery. Dogs are allowed, but must be kept on a 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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Starting from the car park at the end of Burma Road, Pemberton, this walk takes you on a circuit in Gloucester National Park. You can enjoy a half-day of wandering through young and old karri trees and look for hidden creeks and waterfalls. The birdlife is also diverse in the area and makes it suitable for enthusiasts, hosting parrots, lorikeets and wrens. There are useful facilities around the car park; you can have lunch before or after your walk and visit one of the tallest climbable trees, Gloucester Tree, in the world. 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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Gloucester Circuit

15.9 km circuit

5 h to 7 h 30 min

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Rural

Lower & Upper Waterfall from Mitcham

Lower & Upper Waterfall from Mitcham

15.9 km circuit

5 h to 7 h 30 min

Starting from the intersection of Northbrook Avenue and Chelmsford Avenue, Mitcham, this walk gives you a good taste of Brownhill Creek Recreation Park. This track has a good balance of elevation and breathtaking scenery. Visitors can admire the magnificent 300+ years old river red gums. This place is a beautiful spot to visit in winter, especially after rainfall. The creek flows in full force, and the waterfall cascades down, creating a refreshing and peaceful atmosphere. Dogs are welcome but must be on a leash. Kaurna Aboriginal People used to camp, gather and hunt here. The valley slopes are covered in blue gum trees, while the park also is home to a threatened ecosystem of greybox grassy woodland. 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 car park near the cattle yards at the end of Wanganderry Road, High Range, this walk takes you to Bonnum Pic and back via the Bonnum Pic Walking Trail. This challenging walk ventures deep into Nattai National Park to Bonnum Pic, which lies near the end of a spectacular narrow ridge jutting out into the Wollondilly Valley. The walk initially heads along the Wanganderry Pass Fire Trail before following the signposted Bonnum Pic Walking Trail through dry eucalypt forest, then enters the Nattai Wilderness and follows an unmarked and overgrown trail to a cliff edge overlooking the Wollondilly Valley. From there, the walk heads north along the cliff line, passing over exposed dome-shaped rock formations, following rock cairns and pink tape markers. After passing a small camping cave and descending into a shady gully, the walk becomes more technical, requiring some boulder scrambling to reach Bonnum Pic, which offers panoramic views over the Wollondilly Valley, Lake Burragorang, the Wanganderry Walls and Mount Colong. Reaching the end of the ridge involves a dangerous scramble down an exposed rocky slope known as the 'slide of death', which requires a rope and should only be attempted by experienced bushwalkers. This walk consists of wide and narrow fire tracks and walking trails, with uneven natural surfaces, compacted natural surfaces, off-track sections, overgrown sections, rock scrambling sections, creek crossings and steep hills, suitable for high 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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Bonnum Pic Walking Trail

16 km return

6 h to 8 h

Bonnum Pic Walking Trail

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Larapinta Trail, S4: Standley Chasm to Birthday Waterhole

Larapinta Trail, S4: Standley Chasm to Birthday Waterhole

16 km oneway

8 h 30 min to 2 days

Starting from the kiosk at the end of Standley Chasm Road, Hugh, this walk takes you to the Birthday Watherhole via the Larapinta Trail (Section 4), visiting Bridle Path Lookout and Brinkley Bluff Summit along the way. This is the fourth section of the 223km long Larapinta Trail. The Brinkley Bluff will surely dazzle you with the breathtakingly picturesque views it offers, and that’s when you’ll know why the Larapinta is amongst the best hikes you can do in the whole world. Besides the eye-candy, the remoteness of the experience coupled with the challenge of steep ridges and the dry environment makes this hike an epic journey. Stuart’s Pass (named after explorer John McDouall Stuart) features a soft and sandy campground that is located on a riverbed, yet you may want to consider camping at Brinkley Bluff just for the views and the general experience. Customize your journey and plan well to not be beaten by the quartzite ridges of Chewings Range. Keep in mind that you’ll need a 4WD vehicle to access the Birthday Waterhole trailhead. For your information, the actual Birthday Waterhole is 900 metres down south of the said trailhead. Let us begin by acknowledging the Arrernte 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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Starting from Onkaparinga Valley Road, Oakbank, this walk takes you to Mount Torrens via the Amy Gillett Bikeway. The Amy Gillett Bikeway is a shared-use path for walkers, cyclists and horse riders that connects the towns of Oakbank, Woodside, Charleston and Mount Torrens, providing a lovely way to spend a day in the Adelaide Hills. Named after Australian professional cyclist Amy Gillett, the bikeway follows the former Mount Pleasant railway line through undulating hillsides, passing small towns nestled between vineyards and farmland, with a wide array of shops and interesting places to visit along the way. The bikeway is popular with both serious and casual cyclists, featuring an excellent sealed surface, gentle gradient and several seats for rest stops, and is also great for walks or family-friendly bike rides in shorter sections. This trail consists of gently sloping bitumen paths, suitable for all bike types and fitness levels, and can be comfortably started from either end. Keep a lookout for the blue 'Amy Gillett Bikeway' signs along the route, and watch out for traffic at the road crossings. Dogs are allowed but must be kept on a 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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Amy Gillett Bikeway

16 km oneway

4 h to 7 h

3 h 15 min to 8 h 30 min

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The Perimeter Trail to Smiths Creek

The Perimeter Trail to Smiths Creek

16 km return

5 h 15 min to 6 h

This walk to Smiths Creek follows a wide trail for most of the way, however it is well worth the walk, for Smiths Creek is a lovely spot with open grasslands and a creek to explore. The optional side trip to Wilkins Viewpoint is also worthwhile, with a fabulous view into Cowan Creek - consider including it on the return journey, to break up the walk home. Let us begin by acknowledging the 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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Coomera Waterfall Circuit

Coomera Waterfall Circuit

16.1 km circuit

5 h 30 min to 8 h 30 min

16.1 km

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Walk

5 h 30 min to 8 h 30 min

Starting from the car park at the end of Binna Burra Road, QLD, this walk takes you on a circuit visiting multiple waterfalls and lookouts, including Coomera and Joalah(meaning Haunt of the Lyrebird). Follow the strong Coomera River as you enjoy the lovely cascades and waterfalls making your way up the gorge. Try to spot some ray-finned fishes in the water as there are 22 different species present in Lamington National. This area is also part of the Gondwana Rainforests of Australia, and features a dense subtropical rainforest along with some interesting fungi. As the constant birdsong suggests, it can be fruitful to birdwatch on this track. 246 species of birds reside in the park including the near threatened black-breasted button-quail. Don’t forget to bring swimmers and a towel to cool off in the swimming holes. The currents are strong so do not try to swim in dangerous areas. There are plenty of spots to sit down and have a little picnic whilst enjoying the refreshing ambience around the falls. Grippy footwear will come in handy on the slippery parts of the hike. Keep in mind that the creek crossings can flood after/during heavy rain and become dangerous, so check the forecast and water level beforehand to avoid unpleasant outcomes. 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 West Branch campsite in Carnarvon Park, this walk takes you to the Consuelo campground via the fourth section of the 87 km Carnarvon Great Walk, exploring the Consuelo Tableland and the Mahogany Forest along the way. This section of the trail is actually the longest one, and it is relatively green due to the environmental conditions. You’ll be getting great looks at Mount Moffatt along with the mountain ranges to the west. The aforementioned Mahogany Forest is made up almost exclusively of silver top stringybark trees. You can also come across Macrozamia along the track. Some of them grow up to be an impressive 6 metres tall. Get ready to hike on the ‘Roof of Queensland’, the highest part of the Central Queensland Sandstone Belt. Keep in mind that you’ll need a permit to access Carnarvon Park and the said campsites. This walk is closed from the 1st of November to the last day of February. Bring some insect repellent to protect yourself from the mozzies(Australian slang for mosquitoes). Let us begin by acknowledging the Bidjara & Karingbal 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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West Branch to Consuelo

16.1 km oneway

5 h 30 min to 7 h 30 min

West Branch to Consuelo

16.1 km

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Walk

5 h 30 min to 7 h 30 min

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Hornsby Station to Crosslands

Hornsby Station to Crosslands

16.1 km oneway

6 h to 6 h 45 min

This section of the Great North Walk starts from Hornsby train station and winds down along the Blue Gum Walk into Fishponds. Enjoy the wonderful water hole at fishponds before continuing along Berowra Creek, passing through the Tunks Ridge Reserve and into Galston Gorge. From the Gorge the track keeps following the Berowra Creek past a waterfall to the Crosslands Campsite. People can drive down to Crosslands to pick you up at the end of the walk, or organise a taxi. Check the info at the end of the walk for crosslands closing times. Note this 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. 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 McNess House Visitor Centre and Gift Shop in Yanchep National Park, Yanchep, this walk gives you a tour of the area. You can observe the wildlife, including kangaroos, wallabies and even Carnaby Black Cockatoos if lucky. The trail has directional signage, and the vegetation mainly consists of wildlife flowers. You might want to visit this area at a cooler time of the year as there is not a lot of shade. If you are visiting during summer, you might want to take ample water with you. 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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Cockatoo Loop

16.1 km circuit

4 h to 7 h

Starting from Corin Road, Paddys River, this walk takes you into the woodland of Namadgi National Park via Smokers Trail and comes back. Walk along the valleys and hills of the park as you disconnect from modern life more and more as you go deeper. Providing you with spectacular views along the way, this walk requires a decent amount of fitness as some parts of the trail are pretty steep. Hiking through the Black Sallee flats and the Alpine Ash forest, you’re likely to run into eastern grey kangaroos, echidnas, pygmy possums along with various reptile species. Don’t forget to leave your furry friend at home, as domestic pets are not allowed in the 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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Smokers Trail Short

16.2 km return

5 h to 8 h

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Starting from the car park across the bridge at the end of Cockle Street, Southwest National Park, this walk takes you to South Cape Bay. Beginning at Australia's southernmost street, this walk forms the relatively gentler eastern end of the challenging South Coast Track. The trail passes through forests, marshlands and coastal heathlands with abundant wildflowers, ending at the edge of a cliff overlooking South Cape, Lion Rock and the ocean. If conditions allow, you can head down the steps onto the beach and walk towards the creek at the far end, where campgrounds and toilets are located. The trail is extensively duckboarded and has mostly gentle slopes, but some sections are muddy, rocky and overgrown. Take care along the cliffs and near the water's edge, as the beach is known for having dangerous rips. 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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South Cape Bay

16.2 km return

4 h to 5 h

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