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Lenah Valley and Pinnacle Circuit

Lenah Valley and Pinnacle Circuit

17 km circuit

6 h 30 min to 10 h

Starting from Lenah Valley Road, Wellington Park, this circuit track takes you to the summit of kunanyi / Mount Wellington, visiting points of interest like New Town Falls and Lone Cabin along the way. Expect a challenging yet equally rewarding journey as you make your way towards the summit. Luckily, you'll have many intriguing spots to take a break. From waterfalls to historic huts and picnic sites, the route is full of options. The summit has splendid views so expansive that you can almost see the shape of the earth. The relaxing sound of water will accompany you on significant parts of your journey as well, adding to the experience. Remember to bring layers as the summit gets windy. 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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4 h 30 min, 10 h 30 min to 2 days

Ships Stern Circuit

17 km circuit

4 h 30 min, 10 h 30 min to 2 days

Run

2 h 30 min to 4 h

Starting from Binna Burra Road, Binna Burra, this walk takes you on a circuit in the lush rainforests and open eucalypt woodlands of Lamington National Park, visiting the summit of Ships Stern Mountain along with plenty of lookouts, waterfalls and caves spread throughout the trip. This track has almost everything you can get from a hike. Lovely waterfalls hidden in the dense rainforest, breathtaking views along the ridges of various mountains and the interesting wildlife inhabiting the area. Notice the change in vegetation as you explore different sections of the woodland. By coming early, you’ll have enough time to visit every landmark and not miss out on anything. Also, you can spend the night at the Nagarigoon Clearing Campsite near the same-titled waterfall and make this a multi-day trip. With undulating tracks that are well-signposted, this circuit deservedly makes into lots of ‘Top 10’ lists. The waterfalls are best experienced after some decent rainfall, but that also means an increased number of leeches. Remember to keep an eye out for snakes. 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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Great North Walk: Cedar Brush to Watagan Creek Road

Great North Walk: Cedar Brush to Watagan Creek Road

17 km oneway

6 h to 9 h

This section of the Great North Walk makes a good walk along the Lyrebird Trail by Wollombi Brook. From Cedar Brush track head, the walk winds up into the Olney State Forest through bushland (crossing over two moist gullies). Once most of your height is gained, this walk follows an unsealed road before dropping down into the Wollombi Brook gully. From here, the walk follows bush tracks along Lyrebird Trail, past Basin Campsite (side trip) into the Olney State Forest to wind north into the Watagans, via the Warrawolong Flora Reserve. This walk also offers a side trip from Turners Road up to the top of Mt Warrawolong, which is the highest point along the Great North Walk. The walk finishes at Watagan Creek Road and gives a nice opportunity for that quiet drive in the country. 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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Bay Trail (Elwood-Brighton)

Bay Trail (Elwood-Brighton)

17 km return

4 h to 7 h

1 h 30 min to 3 h 15 min

Starting from Marine Parade, Elwood, this walk takes you to Brighton and back via dedicated coastal tracks and beaches. Expect a delightful journey with heaps of places to stop, eat, swim, shop, play and do much more. Panoramic coastal views will be available throughout the walk, and you can see a black swan while admiring the views. There are dedicated cycling tracks, so you'll have no problems riding/running/walking. Dogs are allowed on-leash unless otherwise specified. Check the wind direction and speed beforehand to avoid an unpleasant experience. Watch out for pufferfish in the sand. 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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Great North Walk: Congewai Track Head (East) to Watagan Headquarters

Great North Walk: Congewai Track Head (East) to Watagan Headquarters

17.1 km oneway

5 h 30 min, 8 h 30 min to 2 days

17.1 km

Oneway

5 h 30 min, 8 h 30 min to 2 days

This full day walk starts from the Congewai valley trackhead (east) and follows the Great North Walk up into the Watagan National Park. Winding east along Georges road for the most part, this walk also passes many great lookouts and gives the option of a side trip down to the 125r lookout, which provides a great view to the south and nice spot for lunch. The walk finishes at the Watagan Headquarters campsite, which has a fire place and a picnic table. Let us begin by acknowledging the Darkinyung 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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Greta Road to Cedar Brush track head

Greta Road to Cedar Brush track head

17.1 km oneway

5 h 30 min to 6 h 30 min

17.1 km

Oneway

This walk follows the Great North Walk from Greta Road to the Cedar Brush track head, via the Bumble Hill Dray Track, passing by the Yarramalong General Store along the way. While most of this walk is on the road, it does provide a good, mostly level bushwalk and a great stroll along a quiet country road, through a pleasant rural community. The Yarramalong general store is a great place to stop for lunch. Yarramalong is worth exploring, and the historic church is worth a look. 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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5 h 30 min to 6 h 30 min

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Rural

Starting from the car park at the end of Budderoo Plateau Road, Budderoo National Park, this walk takes you to Gerringong Falls and back via the Gerringong Falls Walk. This moderately easy walk meanders through Budderoo National Park to the top of Gerringong Falls, an impressive 180-metre-high, two-tier waterfall in the stunning Southern Highlands. The walk combines the Budderoo Track and Hersey Fire Trail, which are both fairly flat, wide and easy to follow, suitable for walking or cycling. The walk initially follows the Budderoo Track through dense bushland characteristic of the Southern Highlands, with colourful displays of wildflowers in spring. At around the 6km mark, the walk begins following the Hersey Fire Trail, which descends gently towards Gerringong Falls. Near the top of the falls, instead of crossing Gerringong Creek, it's recommended that walkers follow the narrow trail to the left, which leads to a spectacular vantage point overlooking the falls. There are also several swimming spots at the top of the falls. Although it's possible to scramble down to the bottom of the falls, this should only be attempted by highly experienced bushwalkers. This walk consists of wide and narrow, gently undulating walking trails and fire tracks, with uneven natural surfaces and compacted natural surfaces, 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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Gerringong Falls Walk

17.2 km return

4 h to 6 h

Gerringong Falls Walk

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Bellfield Lakeview Circuit

Bellfield Lakeview Circuit

17.2 km circuit

4 h 30 min to 7 h 30 min

17.2 km

Circuit

Starting from the Brambuk National Park and the Cultural Centre, Halls Gap, this walk takes you on a circuit around Lake Bellfield. It is a little gem, serene, with open lake views, surrounding mountains and reflective water. There are also picnic and playing areas along with other amenities for visitors. It is possible to have a dip at certain sections for anyone interested. It can be a little hilly at the beginning of the trail, but the other half around the lake is pretty flat. There is also not plenty of shade, so you might want to bring sunscreen 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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4 h 30 min to 7 h 30 min

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Wellington Falls Lookout

17.2 km return

5 h 30 min to 8 h 30 min

Wellington Falls Lookout

17.2 km

Return

Starting from Huon Road, Neika, this return walk takes you to Wellington Falls Lookout via the Pipeline and Wellington Falls tracks. You'll be met by fabulous views of the valley as you get closer to the end. Cathedral Rock, Montague Thumbs and many more points of interest can be seen from the lookout. The broad and relatively flat nature of the Pipeline Track makes it suitable for bikes, so most people ride until the end of it and continue the rest of the way on foot. 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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5 h 30 min to 8 h 30 min

Waterfall

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Starting from the Devil's Kitchen carpark at the end of Tasmans Arch Road, Tasman National Park, this walk takes you along the coast to Fortescue Bay via the Tasman Coastal Trail. You can find some of Tasmania’s most dramatically beautiful coastal scenery on the east coast of the Tasman Peninsula, and experience breathtaking views from the clifftops over beautiful little bays and small offshore islands. A well-defined track follows the spectacular 300m dolerite cliffs along the coast, where you can see an array of wildlife; seals, penguins, dolphins and whales at various times, with fur seals on the rugged coastline, and fairy penguins along the foreshore. The walk starts at Devil's Kitchen, a spectacularly collapsed archway in the sea cliffs, with waves surging in and out below. From here it’s around a 2km hike to Waterfall Bay, where falls cascade over 100m from the clifftops into the sea. After following the dolerite cliffs for several hours the track descends to the lovely Bivouac Bay, and then just around the corner to Canoe Bay, where you can spot the sunken remains of the steamship William Pitt protruding from the water. From here it is not far to the pristine white sands of Fortescue Bay, where you can take a refreshing swim in the crystal clear waters. This walk can be done in either direction – north to south from Devil's Kitchen to Fortescue Bay, or the other way around. The tracks are well-formed bush tracks, generally only wide enough for one. Some sections are rocky underfoot and/or muddy. Walkers may choose to stay overnight at Bivouac Bay or Camp Falls. Fortescue Bay has facilities such as toilets, cold showers, fireplaces and gas barbecues. 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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Tasman Coastal Trail

17.2 km oneway

8 h to 2 days

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Mount Exmouth from Pincham

Mount Exmouth from Pincham

17.2 km return

6 h, 9 h to 2 days

Starting from the Belougery Split Rock Carpark off John Renshaw Parkway, Warrumbungle, this walk takes you to the summit of Mount Exmouth and back. Be prepared for the jaw-dropping 360-degree views of the landscape that you'll be rewarded with after conquering the strenuous journey. The 1206 metre high summit lets you see the surrounding peaks along with the magnificent forests of Warrumnungle National Park. If you're here in spring by any chance, you can come across wildflowers such as nodding greenhoods and some other orchid species. Roos (Australian term for kangaroos), wallaroos and wallabies are a common sight here, but you can also spot a koala if you're lucky. You can make this a multi-day walk as there are several campsites along the way. Remember to bring enough water, a hat and sunscreen. Hiking shoes are recommended as there's a considerable amount of loose rock and slippery surfaces. Also keep in mind that there is a vehicle fee you need to pay when entering the national park. Let us begin by acknowledging the Wiradjuri, Kamilaroi & Wailwan 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 the Nanga Mill Campground off Nanga Road, Nanga Brook, this walk takes you on a circuit through the Murray River Valley via Murray Valley Road, North Junction Form, King Jarrah Form and the King Jarrah Walk Trail. The King Jarrah Circuit is an enjoyable trail within Lane Poole Reserve, through a mixture of jarrah and banksia dominated forest. The highlight of this walk is the 'King Jarrah', a 300-600 year old jarrah tree standing 47 metres tall, with a diameter of almost 2.7 metres. From Nanga Mill, the trail heads clockwise on Murray Valley Road, keeping to the Murray River as it weaves south down North Junction Form through the imposing forest of jarrahs, the King's younger relatives. Look up for birds flitting through the treetops and look down for the fungi growing brightly on the tree trunks and forest floor. The trail veers right at Big Brook, leading onto King Jarrah Form, the final stretch before a steep ascent to the ancient and iconic King Jarrah tree. The walk continues along the ridge offering good views of the valley below before descending steeply back to the campground. The track is best suited to moderately experienced walkers, with a long distance to be covered and some steep ascents and descents. There's plenty of signage along the way, and facilities at Nanga Mill include a car park, toilets and camping areas. Dogs are allowed, as long as they're kept on a leash. If you'd prefer to tackle the tougher climb section of the circuit walk first, head anti-clockwise from the start point at Nanga Mill. 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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King Jarrah Circuit

17.3 km circuit

4 h to 6 h

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Brisbane Ranges Extended Circuit

Brisbane Ranges Extended Circuit

17.3 km circuit

5 h 30 min to 8 h 30 min

17.3 km

Circuit

This circuit loops around a large section of the national park via the Hay Track and the Burchell Trail. Starting at the historic gold mining ghost town of Steiglitz, this walk takes you on a generous loop deep within the Brisbane Ranges, returning via Steiglitz Historic Park. The unusual geology of the Brisbane Ranges has preserved plants that have long since vanished from the region, together with a correspondingly diverse bird population and the greatest density of koalas in Victoria. If walking in spring, look out for the rare Steiglitz Grevillea that can only be found in the Brisbane Ranges. Bird watchers will also be rewarded with over 180 bird species recorded in the park. There are two designated public access camping grounds in the park, Boar Gully in the north and Fridays near Steiglitz. Both have toilets and tank water, plus designated camp trailers or caravan sites. Keep an eye out for orange/yellow triangles pinned onto trees, which indicate the right direction of the trail. In the last leg of the walk, in the old mining area of Steiglitz Historic Park, the trail becomes quite rocky in parts, and uncovered mine shafts can be seen from 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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5 h 30 min to 8 h 30 min

Halls Gap to Lake Wartook Lookout

Halls Gap to Lake Wartook Lookout

17.4 km return

6 h to 8 h

Starting from Halls Gap Caravan Park, Halls Gap, this return walk takes you to Lake Wartook Lookout and back, visiting the Botanic Gardens and Chatauqua Peak saddle. It is a gradual uphill walk through the tall forest, which is ideal for a tranquil experience. There are certain sections where you can observe the ancient rock formations in the area. Additionally, the lookout offers you views from the ranges of Grampians, Lake Wartook and a beautiful sunset if you time it right. The rock formations can be slippery and sharp, so you might want to wear rigid, grippy hiking shoes. 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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Rural