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This is a short walk down to Red Hands Cave from the Resolute Picnic Area. The walk loops from the picnic area through the heath and down to the overhang of the cave. The Aboriginal rock art is quite faded but is estimated to be over 2000 years old. This makes for an interesting historic walk, great as an appetiser before a picnic lunch at Resolute Picnic Area. 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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Red Hands Cave Circuit

480 m circuit

10 min to 30 min

Red Hands Cave Circuit

Tempe to Bexley North via Wolli Creek

Tempe to Bexley North via Wolli Creek

4.9 km oneway

1 h 15 min to 2 h 15 min

4.9 km

Oneway

The Tempe to Bexley North via Wolli Creek is a one-way walk starting from the Tempe train station car park, Marrickville. This walk takes you through the Wolli Creek Regional Park, a mix of natural and urban landscape. It is pet friendly (on-leash), so feel free to bring your furry friends along. Enjoy the peaceful atmosphere and keep an eye out for flying foxes and interesting bird species. The journey is surprisingly quiet, and there will be plenty of shade as you walk along the well-maintained track. The path can get muddy after rain. Keep in mind that pets are not permitted in stations and trains in NSW. 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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1 h 15 min to 2 h 15 min

Pets

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Urban

Victoria Reservoir Circuit

Victoria Reservoir Circuit

6.8 km circuit

2 h to 3 h 15 min

Starting from the car park at the start of Mason Bird and Heritage Trail, Carmel, this walk takes you on a circuit around the area, visiting Victoria Dam. The walk offers you a variety of wildlife and flowers. The greatest time to visit the area is the beginning of the spring when there is plenty of water, and the flowers bloom beautifully. You can have a tranquil experience when you reach Victoria Dam, which offers you panoramic views of the azure water with plenty of sunshine. The trial is also suitable for cycling, and picnicking is possible around the dam. Keep in mind that the gates to the reservoir are closed on weekends and after 5.00 pm on weekdays. 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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Apsley Waterhole Loop Track

Apsley Waterhole Loop Track

1 km circuit

20 min to 30 min

Starting from the southern access point of Douglas-Apsley National Park on Rosedale Road, this circuit takes you through open forest past the delightful Apsley Waterhole. This gentle walk follows a trail through eucalypts and wattle trees, leading to the sparkling waters of Apsley Waterhole. The water is usually calm and clear, and it’s a lovely way to refresh yourself on a hot summer’s day. A couple of small information booths provide further details about the area. As you descend toward the river, you will pass a path on the right that leads to a campground where there are campfire pits and several places to put up a tent. While fires are permitted here, the use of fuel stoves is recommended to preserve decaying wood and prevent wildfires. 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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Taronga Zoo & Clifton Gardens via Sirius Cove

Taronga Zoo & Clifton Gardens via Sirius Cove

6.8 km circuit

2 h 30 min to 3 h 30 min

6.8 km

Circuit

This walk winds along the coast of Sydney Harbour with many beautiful views across to the city and of the bush surrounding the track. Bacino Bar at Clifton Gardens is worth a visit for a coffee before walking through the streets over to Sirius Cove. The walk passes Taronga Zoo, which could be added to your walk to make a great day out. 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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2 h 30 min to 3 h 30 min

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Starting from Casula Station this one-way walk will take you through the dense forest of Leacock Regional Park. Stop at Leacock picnic area for lunch before finishing the track, or make it a return walk and retrace your steps back to the station. Let us begin by acknowledging the Darug & Tharawal 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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Bellbird Walking Track

750 m oneway

15 min to 45 min

Bellbird Walking Track

Frost Hollow To Forest Walk

Frost Hollow To Forest Walk

5.3 km circuit

1 h 30 min to 2 h 30 min

5.3 km

Circuit

Starting from the car park at the end of Old Coswell Drive, ACT, this circuit walk explores the Aranda Snowgums area and Aranda Bushland Nature Reserve, visiting many vantage points and a creek along the way. This walk is famous for being the closest walk to the city centre(less than 10 minutes drive) where you’re almost guaranteed to see multiple kangaroos. They’re used to people and may even come up to you, but please be careful as these guys have extremely strong legs. You’ll be able to view the Telstra Tower and the Black Mountain from various vantage points throughout the track. The views of nature in the dense forest and near the dam are no less interesting, and feels especially mysterious when it’s foggy. Keep in mind that the area can be busy during peak hours, so plan accordingly to avoid the crowd. 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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1 h 30 min to 2 h 30 min

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Rural

Bunyeroo Lookout Walk

9.5 km return

2 h 45 min to 4 h 30 min

Bunyeroo Lookout Walk

9.5 km

Return

Starting from Bunyeroo Gorge car park, located on Bunyeroo Road in Ikara-Flinders Ranges NP in South Australia, this walk heads south along Wilcolo Track along Wilcolo Creek. After about 2.5km this walk heads east along Wilcolo Ciruit walk to reach the Bunyeroo Lookout with stunning panorama over Wilpena and Flinders Ranges. Let us begin by acknowledging the Adnyamathanha 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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2 h 45 min to 4 h 30 min

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Starting from the Gate 1 car park on Scott Creek Road, Heathfield, this walk takes you on a circuit around Mark Oliphant Conservation Park via the Bandicoot Trail. This moderately challenging loop winds through native vegetation along well-maintained trails within Mark Oliphant Conservation Park, taking walkers through many of the different environments that the park has to offer. The trail meanders through the centre of the park, then follows Evans Drive, a public unsealed road, before heading back into the park. Keep an eye out for southern brown bandicoots along this trail, which dig and turn over the soil throughout the park, hunting for fungi and insects. This loop consists of narrow walking trails, fire tracks and unsealed roads, with uneven natural surfaces, compacted natural surfaces and short steep hills, 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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Bandicoot Trail

3.2 km circuit

1 h to 1 h 30 min

Birdwatching

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Starting from the Bunyeroo car park on Bunyeroo Road, Ikara-Flinders Ranges National Park, this walk takes you to the Wilpena Pound Visitor Centre via the Wilcolo Track. This hike follows a section of the Heysen and Mawson Trails alongside Wilcolo Creek between the ABC and Heysen Ranges, passing through white cypress pine woodland and tall river red gums, with stunning views of Wilpena Pound and the surrounding peaks. A diverse range of birds and animals can be seen along the way, including parrots, robins, wrens, eagles, emus, echidnas, kangaroos and rare yellow-footed rock wallabies. Before reaching the Wilpena Pound Visitor Centre, the hike passes the Wilcolo Campground, which sits among native pines, river red gums and wattles, offering picturesque camping options and toilet facilities. The hike also passes the Old Wilpena Station, one of South Australia's most significant pastoral settlements, displaying restored farm buildings, including an 1864 blacksmith's cottage. This loop consists of gently undulating fire tracks, with some uneven natural surfaces and creek crossings, 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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Wilcolo Track

17.4 km oneway

4 h to 6 h

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Murrindindi River Walk Circuit

Murrindindi River Walk Circuit

13.6 km circuit

4 h 30 min, 6 h 30 min to 2 days

13.6 km

Circuit

4 h 30 min, 6 h 30 min to 2 days

Starting from Water Gauge Camp just off Murrindindi Road in Murrindindi River Natural Features and Scenic Reserve, this circuit walk heads across the river and then north along the track toward Suspension Bridge at Blackwood Camp. There are several campsites (and picnic areas) along the way so you can make it an overnight walk and really enjoy your time at the Suspension Bridge, walking along the quiet river and then pushing uphill toward the mesmerizing Wilhelmina Falls rolling over giant rock forms. 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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Katoomba Falls Park to Cliff View Lookout

Katoomba Falls Park to Cliff View Lookout

520 m return

15 min to 20 min

This very pleasant walk starts from the Katoomba Falls Park. The walk explores the cliffs and dense vegetation in the area, and enters the Blue Mountains National Park to enjoy the views from the Cliff View Lookout. The lookout provides stunning views up the Kedumba Valley. The walk is well signposted, has handrails and fencing. The walk passes under the skyway just below the eastern station. An easy walk with spectacular views. 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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Bus

An excellent loop walk through areas of beautiful Sydney Redgums. In several places these twisted trees lean over the track, creating great scenery and atmosphere. Two lookout platforms along the way provide some fantastic views over the surrounding areas and Tuggerah Lake. Much of the walk is on sandy tracks. 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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Redgum trail

3.4 km circuit

1 h to 1 h 15 min

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Starting near the Waratah Picnic Area on Hartz Road, Hartz Mountains National Park, this short and undemanding walk leads to Waratah Lookout. A great introduction to the beauty of Hartz Mountains National Park, this walk takes you along a gravel track to a viewing platform overlooking the Huon Valley. Take the time to explore the different plants growing along the track as you make your way to the viewing platform. If you visit in December or January, when the Tasmanian waratah blossoms, you’ll be treated to a blaze of bright red flowers. Directly below the lookout you’ll see an old myrtle forest, and uninterrupted views across the Huon Valley to the Wellington Range. Return by the same route. 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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Waratah Lookout

200 m return

5 min to 10 min

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