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Starting near the car park next to the Chinese Gardens on Albert Road, Beechworth, this walk leads to Lake Kerferd and back via the Lake Sambell Trail and the Pipeline Track. Enjoy this beautiful hike that takes you through tall eucalypt forests on a single track and a fire road. There is plenty of wildlife to be spotted, including koalas, wombats and wallabies, rosellas and more. The track's terrain is a mixture of muddy, rocky, slippery and gravelly, with short steep hill sections and many steps. It is suitable for most ages and fitness levels. There is evidence of past mining activity and tunnelling in the area, with many disused mine shafts along the way. Some are covered with wire mesh, and others are uncovered, so staying on the designated track is best. 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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3 h 15 min to 5 h 30 min

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1 h 15 min to 2 h 45 min

The Tarban Creek Walk is a one-way walk starting from Fryar Place, Huntleys Cove. This walk takes you through a natural and urban landscape, perfect for taking your pet along (on lead). Enjoy a leisurely stroll and take in the sights of the area. There's a playground for the kids along the way. 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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Tarban Creek Walk

1.1 km oneway

20 min to 30 min

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Urban

Captain McKenna Pathway

7.9 km return

1 h 45 min to 3 h 15 min

Captain McKenna Pathway

7.9 km

Return

The Captain McKenna Pathway is a return walk starting from Beare Avenue, Netley. It provides views into the airport, and you can plane-watch as you make your way through. The track also follows Brownhill Creek as it drains out to Patawalonga River, where you can spot interesting bird species. It is a part of the Adelaide Airport Trails network (1 of 3). The flat bitumen surface makes it suitable for people with wheelchairs & prams. Additionally, there is a playground at the start. Dogs are allowed on lead. 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 45 min to 3 h 15 min

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Bus

Sisters Beach to Boat Harbour Beach

Sisters Beach to Boat Harbour Beach

7.1 km return

2 h to 3 h

Starting from the car park at the end of the unsealed side road off Honeysuckle Avenue, Sisters Beach, this walk takes you to Boat Harbour Beach. Enjoy a walk along the Postman's Track, named after the route once used for horseback mail deliveries, with a variety of vegetation and coastal scenery along the way. You'll climb into the forested hills of the Two Sisters, pass along the cliffs above Walkers Cove and follow the rocky shoreline to Boat Harbour Beach, a popular day-use area with excellent facilities. The route involves some steep hills, rough steps and narrow gaps between boulders. Sturdy footwear is essential and a walking stick is helpful, particularly for crossing the jagged rocks towards the end. This walk is best done at low tide, and alternate routes are used during high tides. 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 behind the Craigie Leisure Centre off Whitfords Avenue, Craigie, this walk takes you on a circuit within the Quenda Reserve Enclosure in Craigie Bushland. Craigie Bushland is a major conservation area with several walking trails, perfect for a suburban self-guided nature walk. The bushland is well preserved and filled with the sounds of birds, making it easy to forget you are in the middle of suburbia. Quendas (southern brown bandicoots) are residents of the bush here. The area is fenced to protect the Quenda, and inside the enclosure are some amazing walk trails, sealed pathways and compacted limestone trails. The trails outside the fence are more sandy or gravelly. Throughout the reserve, you will find seating and signage with information about local flora and fauna. The trails are well signposted and are circular in nature, so you can enjoy a long walk around the reserve and back to your entry point. Dogs are prohibited within the Quenda Reserve Enclosure but are allowed on a leash outside the fenced area. 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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Craigie Bushland Loop

1.6 km circuit

30 min to 45 min

Craigie Bushland Loop

Urban

This walk leads to one of the best waterfalls in the Hunter area and is highly recommended. The walk travels through dense rainforest, before descending to an inspiring amphitheatre of rock with the dramatic Gap Creek Falls. Spend some time looking around the base of the falls, particularly behind the falls on the narrow unfenced ledge. This walk is particularly good on a hot day, where the cooling spray off the waterfall is appreciated. 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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Gap Creek Falls Walk

1.4 km return

50 min to 1 h

Waterfall

Environment

Crosslands to Naa Badu Lookout

Crosslands to Naa Badu Lookout

7.9 km return

3 h 45 min to 5 h 15 min

7.9 km

Return

This half day return walk starts from the Crosslands Reserve and follows a section of the Great North Walk along side Berowra creek, across boardwalks and bush tracks, before climbing steeply up the side of the valley to the Naa Badu Lookout. The lookout provides a great view down, across the valley and along Berowra creek. There are picnic benches and seats making it a great place for 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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3 h 45 min to 5 h 15 min

Ruins

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Starting from the car park at the end of Park Road, Wilmington, this walk takes you on a circuit within Mount Remarkable National Park via the Mambray Creek and Hidden Gorge tracks. The hike begins near the Mambray Creek Campground, winding through native pine forest lining Mambray Creek, past pools of permanent water. The trail passes the Hidden Gorge Campsite before entering the ever-narrowing Hidden Gorge, where you’ll walk between steep red-rock cliff walls. You can spend a night at this great spot next to the creek and make this a multi-day walk. Follow the track up to the Battery, and enjoy panoramic views over Spencer Gulf on one side and Mount Remarkable summit on the other side. Maps are available at the trailhead, and the path is well signed. Keep a lookout for small blue arrows along the way that are nailed onto rocks and trees. There are also metal poles at roughly 500m intervals that state the remaining distance on the hike. The parking area has plenty of space with public toilets and barbeques, making it perfect for a family trip. Although 17km may sound long, the first half of the trail is relatively flat aside from a few hops over the creek. The second half is a slow incline to the ridge, where it flattens out again along the top before hitting a steady decline back towards the car park. Sturdy walking shoes are recommended, and walking poles may be helpful for the numerous creek crossings along the way. 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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Hidden Gorge Circuit

16.9 km circuit

5 h, 8 h to 2 days

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Great West Walk: Parramatta to Blacktown

Great West Walk: Parramatta to Blacktown

17.7 km oneway

4 h 30 min to 7 h 30 min

17.7 km

Oneway

Starting from Parramatta train station, this one-way walk leads through Parramatta Park with Australia's oldest colonial buildings and open parklands. Followed by the path along Toongabbie Creek where you can see and hear birdlife such as bellbirds and water hens, before coming to Seven Hills train station. Fromo there, this walk follows the Blacktown Creek on paths and streets all the way to Blacktown train station. 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

Cafe

Environment

Urban

Tinchi Tamba - Island Circuit

Tinchi Tamba - Island Circuit

2 km circuit

30 min to 45 min

Starting from the car park off Wyampa Road, Bald Hills, this walk takes you on a little circuit in the Tinchi Tamba Wetlands Reserve via a mixture of boardwalk and dirt tracks. Get ready for an undemanding and scenic stroll through the mangroves and succulent plants. Starting off with a nice picnic area that could serve you well after the hike, you’ll then be walking along Pine River where you can spot heaps of bird species. Keep an eye out for the fellow kangaroos chilling around as well. This track in general is quite family friendly with its flat surface and well-placed signposts. As a plus, you can bring your dog along as well, although you need to keep him/her on a leash at all times. A pro tip: Try to schedule the walk on a bit of a windy day to reduce the amount of mozzies(mosquitoes), but bring insect repellent regardless of the weather since it’s a wetland after all. 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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Bayview CP Northwestern Circuit

Bayview CP Northwestern Circuit

6.8 km circuit

1 h 45 min to 3 h

Starting from the end of Days Road, this circuit track gives you a tour of the northwestern parts and borders of Bayview Conservation Park, crossing Serpentine Creek and its branches along the way. The Bayview Conservation Park Northwestern Circuit is a beautiful natural escape only 40 minutes from Brisbane. The circuit is perfect for those who are looking to ready themselves for longer journeys. Birdsong accompanies you through the whole walk, with wallabies and cockatoos adding to the natural scenery. Both bushwalkers and cyclists use the track, which can get crowded, so come during off-peak hours in the middle of the week, and you may very well have the place to yourself. Dogs are welcome on-leash. Keeping the app/map open is advised due to the abundance of intersecting tracks. 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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Birdwatching

Environment

Bus

Flagstaff Hill Walking Trail

Flagstaff Hill Walking Trail

3.1 km return

1 h to 1 h 45 min

Starting from the end of the Esplanade off Macrossan Street, Port Douglas, this walk takes you to the scenic Rex Smeal Park and back via the Flagstaff Hill Walking Trail, visiting the lookout atop the hill along the way. This coastal hike along the ocean features an exceptional viewpoint that’s going to leave you in awe. Providing you with a 180-degree point of view, this lookout allows you to see far beyond the Four Mile Beach to the south, including the scenic mountain ranges in the distance. To the north on the other hand, you’ll be able to see the Snapper Island and Low Isles. The sunset looks extraordinary from here as you can guess, but you can schedule the walk on a sunrise to have a less crowded & serene experience. The gorgeous palm trees of Rex Smeal Park will welcome you to another viewpoint, this time more down to earth and personal. The soft grass underfoot makes this a great place to have a picnic as well. If you’re here on a Sunday, you can visit the ‘Cotters Market’ that’s set up on Wharf Street. Don’t forget the swim in the cool waters of the Pacific as you enjoy the amazing coastal scenery. Keep an eye out for jellyfish and man o' war. 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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Spit Bridge to Manly (Manly Scenic Walkway)

Spit Bridge to Manly (Manly Scenic Walkway)

9.2 km oneway

3 h 15 min to 3 h 45 min

9.2 km

Oneway

The Spit to Manly walk is a classic bushwalk on Sydney's Northern Beaches. The walk follows a well-maintained track and provides beautiful views over Middle Harbour. This walk is great for those looking for exercise or just a stroll along the shoreline of Sydney Harbour. If you have time, the sidetrips down to Grotto Point and up to Arabanoo Lookout are definitely worth the effort. There are also a few places to get a bite to eat along the way. 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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3 h 15 min to 3 h 45 min

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Starting from the car park on Victoria Road, Bellevue Hill, this walk takes you on a circuit in Cooper Park. The park is enormous bushland with a number of walking tracks, and the creek running throughout the park is mainly natural. It follows a volcanic dyke dating back to Jurassic Age, which makes it possible to see interesting geological formations. Additionally, the native plantation includes patches of remnant rainforest and eucalyptus forest. As you head along the track, surrounding trees help you relax and even forget that you are in the suburbs. There are useful facilities in the park and rest stops in convenient locations for bushwalkers. 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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Cooper Park Circuit

2 km circuit

45 min to 1 h

Environment

Bus

Starting from the Gate 18 car park on Shurdington Road, Crafers, this walk takes you to the summit of Mount Lofty via the S.P.A Track, Birriee Track, Carro Track, Nangare Track, and Waterfall Gully Trail. This trail is a gentler, more undulating alternative to the steep and popular trail from Waterfall Gully to Mount Lofty, providing the option for visitors to walk or cycle from Crafers to Mount Lofty, avoiding the busy roads to get there. The trail meanders along Cleland National Park's fire tracks and newly formed shared-use trails, passing through eucalypt forest and bushland, ending at the Mount Lofty summit lookout, which provides panoramic views of the Adelaide city skyline and the coast beyond. Visitors can either leave a car at both ends, arrange a lift from the Mount Lofty car park or return via the same route. This walk consists of gently undulating fire tracks and shared-use trails, with some short steep hills and 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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Crafers to Mount Lofty

5 km oneway

1 h to 1 h 30 min

Crafers to Mount Lofty

Birdwatching

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