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Starting from the car park on Cherry Plantation Road, Belair National Park, this walk takes you past two war memorial groves via the RSL Walk. This short walk links two war memorial groves on the banks of Minno Creek, passing through native bushland inhabited by birds, koalas, kangaroos and bandicoots. The RSL (Returned & Services League) Walk begins at the remnants of a historic grove of Japanese cherry trees, planted in 1922 in memory of fallen WWI soldiers. Following the creek, the trail meanders through Sparkes Gully to an avenue of tall sequoias, planted in 1962 to commemorate the Australians and Americans who served in WWII and Korea. This easy, well-shaded and partially boardwalked trail is suitable for prams and all fitness levels. There are some gentle slopes and sections that can get muddy after rainfall, so wheelchair users may need assistance. 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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RSL Walk

970 m return

15 min to 20 min

Pets

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This short walks follows a section the Great North Walk along the Lane Cove River to an old picnic ground know as Fairylands Pleasure Grounds or 'the Rest'. The walk gives great views of the river and of some sandstone formations. Fairylands has mostly grown over now, but still has some bits of history to explore, or you can just relax and watch the river go by as you eat lunch. 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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Fairylands track

980 m return

20 min to 30 min

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Starting from Burrawang Reach picnic area this short one-way walk leads to Cattle Duffers Flat picnic area. You can make it a return walk by retracing your steps or a circuit walk by heading back along the Burrawang Reach Road. Let us begin by acknowledging the Darug 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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Ridge Walking Track

980 m oneway

30 min to 1 h

Starting from the car park at the end of Barron Falls Road, Kuranda, this walk takes you to the Barron Falls Lookout and back via a wheelchair-accessible boardwalk, crossing Rainbow Creek along the way. Expect to be stunned by the sheer size and power of the waterfall as it fiercely gushes down the granite rock face. Best viewed in the wet season and after some decent rainfall, this waterfall is a whopping 260 metres tall. There are plenty of seats and informative signposts provided, so you’ll be able to learn more about the area whilst enjoying an extremely scenic picnic. As aforementioned, the whole track is wheelchair accessible so that everybody can enjoy it. The Kuranda Scenic Railway passes by the lookout, which you can book a ticket online and actually combine it with the SkyRail that glides over Barron Gorge for 7.5 kilometres. Keep in mind that dogs are not allowed in Barron Gorge National 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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Barron Falls Lookout

980 m return

20 min to 40 min

Waterfall

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Ben Hall's Cave Walking Track

Ben Hall's Cave Walking Track

980 m circuit

20 min to 30 min

Starting from Ben Hall's parking and picnic area this circuit walk takes you through low open forest to a cave, used as a shelter by the infamous bushranger, Ben Hall. Enjoy the views from the cave lookout before heading back for a picnic. Let us begin by acknowledging the Wiradjuri 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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Camels Hump Walking Track

Camels Hump Walking Track

980 m return

20 min to 30 min

Starting close to the Camels Hump Carpark, on Cameron Drive, Mount Macedon, this walk takes you to the top of Camels Hump and back via the Camels Hump Walking Track. Embark on a steep 500-metre path that passes through the wet forest with tree ferns and beautiful grassy woodland dominated by Snow Gums, ascending to the highest point of Mount Macedon. The viewing platform at the peak offers spectacular panoramic views of Melbourne city, the Dandenong Ranges and the You Yangs. In winter, look out for fungi on the side of the track, and in spring, watch out for wildflowers. This walk is in the dog-friendly Mount Macedon Regional Park, so don't hesitate to bring your companion along. Just make sure you have them on a leash as it is required. 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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Crosslands to Berowra Creek Lookout

Crosslands to Berowra Creek Lookout

990 m return

20 min to 30 min

This great walk starts from Crosslands Reserve. The walk follows a section of the Great North Walk along an old road, timber boardwalk and firm dirt tracks to a lovely timber lookout platform on the edge of Berowra Creek. Along the way are signs providing interesting information about the mangroves, estuaries and other surrounding flora and fauna. Make a day of it by enjoying the picnic areas and playground at the start of the walk. You can even book a campsite and enjoy the area for longer. 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 is a smooth and mostly flat walk with a fantastic lookout in the Royal National Park. The concrete path starts at the Area Office car park, passes a pleasant and usually quiet picnic area, then winds gently down through the bush. The path leads to the fenced Bungoona Lookout, where you can enjoy views over the Hacking River and a large part of the Royal National Park. Take your time to read the signs and enjoy the plants and rock formations along the way. There are plenty of bench seats along the way to rest. 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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Bungoona Path

990 m return

20 min to 40 min

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This walk is a short route onto Wallagoot Beach. On the walk down to the beach you are rewarded with views across Wallagoot Lake as well as the long Wallagoot and Bournda Beaches. The beach is a popular place for swimming and in good conditions the rocks on the northern end of the beach provide some opportunities for exploring. Let us begin by acknowledging the Yuin 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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Wallagoot Beach

990 m return

20 min to 30 min

Swim

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Red Rocks Trig Walking Track

Red Rocks Trig Walking Track

990 m return

20 min to 40 min

Starting from Red Rocks Trig Trail car park this return walk in Cambewarra Range Nature Reserve takes you to a lookout with scenice views over Kangaroo Valley and Morton National Park. 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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This walk offers a quick and quiet retreat from the popular Conservation Hut. The walk cuts through heath, passing a picnic shelter to open out onto the grand views of Lyrebird Lookout, looking over the Jamison Valley and Valley of the Waters. 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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Lyrebird Lookout Loop

990 m circuit

30 min to 40 min

Lyrebird Lookout Loop

Cafe

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A surprisingly nice fire trail walk. A lot of the forest scenery along this walk is really beautiful. Much of it is very moist forest, filled with ferns. You also get a glimpse of an old quarry at Cappers Gully, adding a little historic interest to the walk. 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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White St Firetrail

1000 m oneway

25 min to 30 min

Ruins

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Starting from the car park off Hilltop Road, Walpole, this circuit walk gives you a tour of the tingle and karri forest, during which you also visit the Giant Tingle Tree. This hollow giant is one of its kind with its enormity and shape, and the species itself is only found in this part of the world. You can experience the sublimity while standing beside it and only wonder how unbelievable mother nature is. Being a dreamlike walk, it is suitable for families and young children with informative signs and QR codes along the track. You might want to wear proper footwear and clothing as the area can get relatively wet after 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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Giant Tingle Tree

1000 m circuit

20 min to 40 min

This short walk from the Awabakal car park out to the Awabakal Viewpoint offers a relaxing walk through native forest, with a quiet and secluded viewpoint at the end. The native heath throughout this walk is particularly attractive when in flower (July to October). Why not take a blanket and enjoy a picnic at the viewpoint? This short walk takes you to a lovely viewpoint through native forest and is recommended. 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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Awabakal Viewpoint Walk

1 km return

20 min to 30 min

Awabakal Viewpoint Walk

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