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5 h 30 min, 8 h to 2 days

Albert River Circuit

20.3 km circuit

5 h 30 min, 8 h to 2 days

Starting from Lamington National Park Road, O’Reilly, this circuit walk takes you deep into the lush rainforests of Lamington park, navigating partly along Albert River and visiting multiple waterfalls and lookouts. Expect to be amazed by the stunning view of the waterfalls and the interchanging vegetation throughout the track. Although the track is roughly 20 kilometres long, it may not feel like it as the tracks are gentle and undulating. When you’re near water, keep an eye out for the native Lamington crayfish, also known as the blue spiny crayfish due to its vibrant blue coloured shell. Other wildlife you can run into in the area are king parrots and dingoes. You’ll be going through some ancient Antarctic Beech trees along with other interesting rainforest plant species. The Echo Point camp site midway is meters away from the same-titled lookout, where you can get exceptional panoramic views to the south. During the day, you’ll be able to see many mountains and hills including Mount Warning, whereas the night offers you an exceptional opportunity for stargazing. Decent(preferably waterproof) hiking boots and gaiters are recommended against the muddy and leechy conditions. 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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Waterfall

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Cape Le Grand Coastal Trail

Cape Le Grand Coastal Trail

20.3 km oneway

6 h, 10 h to 2 days

Starting from the car park off Lucky Bay Road, Cape Le Grand, this walk lets you explore the western coasts of Cape Le Grand. You’ll be visiting Lucky Bay, Thistle Cove and Hellfire Bay. Besides the scenic beaches, you’ll have an option to visit Mount Le Grand as well. Embrace yourself for one of, if not the best coastal walk in Australia. Pristine white sand will warm your feet as you appreciate the vivid colours of the ocean. Crystal clear and welcoming waters combined with the panoramic views may make you take more breaks then you’ve planned to, so give yourself enough time to truly enjoy the trip. There's a campsite midway that can help you divide the walk in two days and make sure you experience everything you want to. Keep an eye out for sunbaking (Australian for sunbathe) kangaroos and join them if you’d like -- from a safe distance of course. Sections of the track may require you to do a bit of clambering over rocks. Depending on the time and conditions, waves can hit those rocks and make you feel like you’re on an even more epic journey. From its hidden coves to clifftop lookouts, Cape Le Grand is a great place to spend your day at. 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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Girrakool to Woy Woy station via Mt Wondabyne

Girrakool to Woy Woy station via Mt Wondabyne

20.3 km oneway

7 h 30 min to 8 h 30 min

20.3 km

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Walk

7 h 30 min to 8 h 30 min

This long day-walk starts from the Girrakool picnic area and works its way south, alongside Piles creek and through the Brisbane Waters National Park. The walk climbs over Scopas Peak and passes the Kariong brook falls, before winding to the top of Mt Wondabyne and finishing at the Woy Woy train station, (passing the Woy Woy landfill site). If doing a car shuffle, you can park a car near the landfill and save the road section. 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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Starting at the Eurobin Creek Picnic Area, Mount Buffalo National Park, this walk leads via The Big Walk Track and ends near the Mount Buffalo Chalet. Appropriately named The Big Walk, this is the biggest walk in the park. Following one of the original routes onto the Mount Buffalo Plateau, this walk climbs 1000 metres over 9 km. It goes through several vegetation zones as the altitude increases, passing through gumtees, ferns and large granite rocks. Enjoy spectacular views of the Victorian Alps and the Gorge from the numerous lookouts along the way. This walk has some very steep and long climbs, and requires a moderate amount of fitness to be completed. Water is limited along the track and the weather can be unpredictable, so come prepared. Be aware that seasonal road closures impact the park 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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The Big Walk

20.4 km return

8 h 30 min to 12 h

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Canoelands Ridge Walking Track

Canoelands Ridge Walking Track

20.6 km return

8 h, 10 h to 2 days

Take this return walk in Marramarra National Park to enjoy a long day of walking in pristine nature, close to the Hawkesbury River. If you want, you can stay overnight at Gentlemans Halt campground. 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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Starting from the car park at the end of Kings Canyon Access, Petermann, this track takes you to the Kathleen Springs Rest Area via the Giles Track, crossing Kings Creek and Reedy Creek along the way. Make your way along the rim as you go through picturesque valleys and impressive sandstone formations. Expect panoramic views towards all directions, and keep an eye out for rock-wallabies, goannas and spinifex pigeons as well as pythons. The track you’ll be walking on is well-marked with signs every 10 to 100 metres. You may also come across some remains from earlier civilizations like stone blades, grinding stones and stencil art throughout the journey. There is a camping spot near Reedy Creek where you can spend the night and wake up to a beautiful sunrise. Avoid the walk in hot weather to be safe. 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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Giles Track

20.7 km oneway

6 h, 9 h to 2 days

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Starting behind the Visitor Centre at the end of Lake St Claire Road, Cradle Mountain-Lake St Clair National Park, this walk leads to the Echo Point Hut via the Watersmeet and Overland tracks. The walk takes you through cool temperate rainforest on a track along Lake St Clair leading to Echo Point Hut. The old timber construction is set in a magnificent myrtle and sassafras forest, sitting at the water’s edge with views across the lake to Mount Ida. The walk is 11km one way, close to the lakeshore, and mostly through the rainforest. It doesn't have any hilly long sections and is suitable for most ages and fitness levels. The track is mostly dry under foot, but may have some wet patches after rain. Take care with your footing due to tree roots. This is a very long day walk, a nice short overnight walk, or even better still you can halve the walk by catching the IDA CLAIR (fee and booking required) ferry from Cynthia Bay to Echo Point and then walk back Cynthia Bay. 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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Echo Point

20.9 km return

6 h, 10 h to 2 days

Cafe

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Ferry

Starting from Lamington National Park Road, O’Reilly, this walk takes you to the Binna Burra Mountain Lodge Campsite via the Border Track, visiting many lookouts and waterfalls along the way. Embark on a 20km+ journey through the interchanging vegetation of Lamington National Park that is full of views and refreshing landmarks. The singular well-signposted and shaded track combined with the forgiving gradient makes this walk suitable for more. Keep an eye out for the gorgeous antarctic beech trees near Mount Wanungara. The lookouts provide different points of view over the land, with some letting you see all the way to the Gold Coast. There are cafes and accommodation options on both ends, so you can make this into a multi-day return walk as well. There is also the Mount Bithongabel Campsite along the track, giving you an option to split the journey up. Good hiking shoes are recommended as some parts of the track are rocky and muddy. Look out for snakes in warmer months. 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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Border Track

20.9 km oneway

5 h, 8 h to 2 days

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Starting from Gilmore Avenue, Leda, this walk takes you on a circuit around Kwinana via the Kwinana Loop Trail, visiting many lookouts and culturally significant features along the way. This exceptional trail offers great views and experiences while teaching you about the culture of the Nyoongar people. Take a break at Leda Lookout and appreciate the serenity of the environment. Kaal-Ap/Place of Fire & Sloan's Cottage is where you can learn about the two intriguing stories about the reserve. Walley Moort Marlak Miya / The Walley Family Bush Camp is your next stop, and then comes the well-known Wilki Karda / Chalk Hill. Expect panoramic views in nearly all directions, especially the city and the industrial strip. Your last main feature will be the Rodger Hamilton Lookout Tower in Wildflower Reserve. Soak in another set of views, then make your way back to the start. Dogs are allowed on lead. Let us begin by acknowledging the Nyoongar 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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Kwinana Loop Trail

20.9 km circuit

4 h to 6 h

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Erskine Falls Extended Loop

Erskine Falls Extended Loop

21 km circuit

7 h to 11 h

This walk starts near the Allenvale Road Carpark, at the end of Allenvale Road, Lorne, looping along the Otway Ranges following the Erskine River. Embark on a hike that takes you past Phantom Falls, the Cora Lynn Cascades, Lemonade Creek, Erskine Falls, Straw Falls, Splitter Falls and the Erskine River Rapids. Navigate through lush green foliage and mossy forest, with the gentle sound of the running stream throughout the hike. The walk is long and challenging, but at each waterfall, you are rewarded with spectacular views of water cascading over cliff faces. The trail is quite muddy and damp in some places. There are many river crossings across really slippery rocks, but with the help of hiking poles and some cautious stepping, you can make it through without wet shoes. This walk should not be attempted when the water levels are high. Dogs are allowed on a small portion of this trail, but most of the loop is in Great Otway National Park, which generally does not allow dogs. There is a campsite en route, and this hike can be completed with an overnight stop. 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

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Mount Feathertop via Bungalow Spur

Mount Feathertop via Bungalow Spur

21.1 km return

9 h, 13 h to 2 days

Starting near the carpark on Feathertop Track, Harrietville, this walk takes you to Mount Feathertop and back via the Bungalow Spur Track. This scenic hike has a gradual ascent to The Razorback, then one steep part to the summit of Mount Feathertop, the second highest peak in Victoria. Rising to 1922 metres, it has incredible panoramic views over the surrounding mountains of the Alpine National Park. In winter, from about 1500 metres the track is usually covered in snow, and the summit region becomes a venue for extreme skiing. Due to the high elevation, the scenery changes all the way, featuring blanched gums and a granite summit. The Bungalow Spur was originally created for horses and has a manageable gradient. A popular option for climbing Mount Feathertop is to make it a two day walk, camping at Federation Hut. Weather conditions can change quickly, with very strong winds and blizzards. 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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Tjaetaba Falls via Greenant Creek

Tjaetaba Falls via Greenant Creek

21.5 km return

6 h to 10 h

Tjaetaba Falls via Greenant Creek is a return walk starting from the Wangi Falls Campground car park. Enjoy the natural landscape and the views of the waterfall. There is a deep swimming hole just before the upper lip of the 25-metre waterfall. The best time to visit is in the early Dry Season for healthy flow and relatively safe swimming. There is one toilet along the way, and you can stop at the Wangi Falls Kiosk for a bite to eat. There is a much shorter (2.7 km return) track to get to these falls from the south, which is considered the primary way to get to them. If you're not a Northern Territory resident, you need a park pass to enjoy the falls. Due to cultural reasons, swimming is prohibited at the base of the falls. 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 Sensation Beach Campground on the Misery Track, Coffin Bay National Park, this walk takes you to the coastline of Boarding House Bay and back via the Boarding House Bay Hike. This hike starts from the trailhead at the Sensation Beach Campground, which is accessible only by 4WD through Coffin Bay National Park, and follows old vehicle tracks through the spectacular landscape of the Whidbey Wilderness Area. The trail passes through coastal heath, samphire flats and mallee woodlands before reaching the rugged coastline of Boarding House Bay, which offers stunning views of cliffs, beaches and offshore reefs. From there, walkers can return via the same route or continue along the coastline to the southern headland, which offers excellent views of Point Whidbey. Swimming along this coast isn't advisable due to persistent waves, rocks, reefs and strong rips. This walk consists of gently undulating fire tracks, with some uneven 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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Boarding House Bay

21.5 km return

6 h to 8 h

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Old Timberline Rail Trail

Old Timberline Rail Trail

21.6 km oneway

6 h, 8 h to 2 days

Starting from the car park at the end of Brockman Street, Nannup, this walk takes you along a disused tramway formation to Cambray Siding via the Old Timberline Rail Trail. The trail begins at Nannup Foreshore Park and follows the route of the Kauri Timber Company's old tramway, passing through St John Brook Conservation Park for much of its length. After crossing the railway bridge over the Blackwood River, the trail heads southwest to join the tramway formation, then passes by spectacular swimming holes and excellent campsites as it winds its way through stands of mature jarrah forest and along the banks of St Johns Brook. Signs explaining the history of the railway and tramway are scattered along the route between Barrabup Pool and Cambray Siding. Suitable for walking and cycling, the trail is mainly compacted earth and gravel, with some narrow and steep sections where it leaves the tramway formation. Camping is available at multiple points, including an overnight option. There are also several points with vehicle access, so you can choose to walk or ride a shorter section. The area is best visited in late winter or early spring when the wildflowers are blooming and the pools are full after the winter rains. We acknowledge the Noongar people, the traditional custodians of the land and waterways on which the rail trail is built. 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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