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Chandler View Circuit Walk

Chandler View Circuit Walk

6.2 km circuit

2 h to 3 h

Starting from Long Point parking area this circuit walk in Oxley Wild Rivers National Park leads through unique dry rainforest to Chandlers Lookout and scenic views over the river. Let us begin by acknowledging the Gumbaynggirr & Anaiwan 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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Alligator Gorge South Circuit

Alligator Gorge South Circuit

2.4 km circuit

45 min to 1 h 30 min

Starting from the car park on Alligator Gorge Road, Mount Remarkable National Park, this walk takes you on a circuit via the Alligator Gorge Trail. From the car park there’s a long descend along steps into the gorge with a couple of seats in-between. This circuit walk explores the Narrows, a rugged narrow gorge that is surrounded by spectacular quartzite walls with unique formations and vivid shades of red, orange and ochre. The trail through the gorge can be loose and uneven, and slippery when wet. Much of the path is over a rocky creek bed, and sturdy walking shoes are recommended. 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 car park off Sir Samuel Griffith Drive, Mount Coot-tha, this walk takes you to the J.C. Slaughter Falls Picnic Area and back via the Mahogany Track. With undulating hills and plenty of amenities provided in the scenic picnic area, this walk is well suited for families. Additionally, you don’t need to leave your furry family member home as pets are allowed in the reserve. The track is well maintained and provides lots of shade, which makes it runnable as well. Try to spot some koalas on treetops, and hold onto your kids if they try to go and hug the fluffy creatures. Other than that listen to the sounds of kookaburras and bell miners and enjoy the relaxing stroll. Watch out for snakes along the track. 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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Mahogany Partial

2.6 km return

45 min to 1 h 15 min

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Starting from Turntable carpark, You Yangs Regional Park, this circuit walk gives you a taste of the southeastern parts of the park via the Branding Yard Trail. This is a family-friendly, less challenging walk where you can also take your dog with you (on-leash). It is less popular than other nearby walks, so you can come later and still enjoy the peace & quiet. Keep an eye out for kangaroos, koalas and 200+ bird species that can be seen in the area. The car park at the start has BBQs, picnic tables and toilets. Let us begin by acknowledging the Wadawurrung 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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Branding Yard Circuit

4.5 km circuit

1 h 15 min to 2 h

Branding Yard Circuit

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A worthwhile walk, traversing beach and headland to explore the WWII battlements of Henry Head. Both the Little Congwong Beach and Brown’s Rock sidetrips are recommended on this walk, as they are short detours and break the journey. Henry Head is good spot to stop for something to eat, grab a torch and explore the concrete structures or just watch the boats passing in and out of Botany Bay. A recommended and pleasant walk. Let us begin by acknowledging the Gadigal & Bidjigal 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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Henry Head Walk

4 km return

1 h 30 min to 3 h

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Bus

Starting from Hollow Mountain Car Park, Laharum, this return walk takes you to Gulgurn Manja Shelter and back. The walk offers you both fantastic views from the surrounding mountains and insight into Aboriginal culture with paintings and motifs only found in the Grampians. The paintings tell stories of the Jarwadjali people and the landscape they call Gariwerd. Additionally, it is possible to observe the wildlife around the area while you are enjoying the magnificent view from the top. The walk is relatively short and suitable for most 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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Gulgurn Manja Shelter

1.5 km return

30 min to 45 min

Gulgurn Manja Shelter

Heritage

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Ridge Peak and Seven Hills Circuit

Ridge Peak and Seven Hills Circuit

3 km circuit

45 min to 1 h 30 min

Starting from the end of Latina Avenue, Seven Hills, this walk takes you on a circuit in the woodland of Seven Hills Bushland Reserve, visiting the Ridge Peak and Minnippi Creek along the way. Located in the city of Brisbane(literally), the reserve lets you enjoy the beautiful scenery with your dog as well. The shaded tracks are wide and well-maintained, with adequate and clear signposts at intersections. All of this makes the destination a strong candidate to become your regular walk. You’ll also catch glimpses of the city on the higher altitude parts, and have a chance to spot a koala whilst looking in between the trees. Customize the track and even go off trail and follow the creekbed if you like. Just make sure to bring plenty of water, a hat, and a mozzie(Australian slang for mosquito) spray 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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Looping around the northern bush tracks surrounding Jenolan Caves, this walk explores a variety of different environments, up on the ridges and down along the river. The campsite is a great spot to break and enjoy the quiet, at one of the less-frequented areas of the park. Be sure to allow time to enjoy the views from up on the ridge and especially of Carlotta's Arch. Watch out for stinging nettles down on the river. Let us begin by acknowledging the Wiradjuri & 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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McKeowns Valley Circuit

3.4 km circuit

1 h 45 min to 2 h

McKeowns Valley Circuit

Caves

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Starting from the Godfreys Landing Campground on the Coorong Lagoon, Coorong National Park, this walk takes you to the ocean beach near the Murray Mouth and back via the Godfreys Landing Track. Located across the water from Hindmarsh Island, Godfreys Landing is a popular picnic spot and overnight camping area nestled among the sand dunes of the Younghusband Peninsula, accessible only by boat from Goolwa and Hindmarsh Island. This short, relatively easy trail passes through sand dunes and open areas of remnant seabed, ending at a spectacular Southern Ocean beach near the Murray Mouth. Plenty of wildlife can be seen along the way, including emus, kangaroos, sea eagles, blue wrens and swamp harriers, and there are several informative signs detailing the local fauna and flora. Evidence of previous Ngarrindjeri occupation still exists, with mounds of shell and old campfire sites. The trail has sections with a boardwalk surface, which helps to minimize erosion from foot traffic and protect this fragile dune system. This walk consists of sandy, gently undulating walking trails, 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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Godfreys Landing

1.9 km return

45 min to 1 h

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Special

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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This walk starts and finishes at different points on Eastern Arterial Road. The walk follows a mixture of service trails and bush tracks through Garigal National Park, along Middle Harbour Creek, then heads back out to Eastern Arterial Road, on the other side of Killara. 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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East Killara Track

6 km oneway

2 h 30 min to 2 h 45 min

2 h 30 min to 2 h 45 min

Waterfall

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Stairway Falls and Yerrahla(Blue Pool)

Stairway Falls and Yerrahla(Blue Pool)

13.9 km return

5 h 30 min to 8 h

Starting from Lamington National Park Road, O’Reilly, this walk takes you to the Stairway Falls and back, visiting Yerralahla Rock Pool(Blue Pool) and some waterfalls along the way. Don’t forget to pack your swimmers for this one as you’ll pass by multiple swimming holes only to find more at the end. You will have the option to swim above or below the gorgeous waterfall, but the experience will be serene and satisfactory regardless. Enjoy the cool & refreshing waters of Canungra Creek as you savor the lovely scenery around you. If lucky, you can spot some ‘yabbies’(Australian term) here, a species of crayfish known as spiny blue crayfish. Other than that, remember to stop every once in a while to observe what the rainforest has to offer. Keep in mind that you may run into snakes along/near the track, especially in warmer months. Expect to get wet at least to the ankle when preparing, and keep an eye out for eels in the water. The track involves a fair bit of rock hopping. 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

Waterfall

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Starting from the car park off Adventure Bay Road, Adventure Bay, this walk takes you past Grass Point and Fluted Cape. Experience Bruny Island's unique environment on this scenic walk that takes in white sand beaches, clear waters, coastal cliffs and abundant wildlife. The trail follows the rocky coastline, passing through blue gums, white peppermints and she-oaks, with breathtaking coastal views from the dolerite clifftops. Southern Right Whales and Orcas can occasionally be spotted during migration months. The trail is well signed, with several information boards along the way. The clockwise option is harder at the beginning and easier towards the end. Some sections are steep, rocky and slippery, and it can be windy on top of the cliffs. 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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Fluted Cape Circuit

6.3 km circuit

2 h to 3 h

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Ferry

Starting from the Reabold Hill car park on Scenic Drive, just off Oceanic Drive, City Beach, this walk takes you on a circuit within Bold Park via the Zamia Trail. Boasting stunning inner-city views, the Zamia Trail is a hidden gem in the Perth area. Bold Park is one of the largest remaining bushland remnants in the urban area of the Swan Coastal Plain with an abundance of wildlife, including birds, reptiles, amphibians and invertebrates. The trail is dotted with little park benches, most with a beautiful view over the city or the ocean, making for a perfect place to have lunch in the great outdoors. A short side trail leads to Ocean Views Lookout with panoramic views of the ocean and a couple of park benches to sit for a while and enjoy the views. The Zamia Trail is a well-signposted walk on compacted limestone. There are a few sloping hills along the way, requiring a reasonable level of fitness. The trail partially overlaps a horse riding trail, so be mindful when walking through that small part of the track. Your four-legged friends are welcome 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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Zamia Trail

5.2 km circuit

1 h 30 min to 2 h 15 min

1 h 30 min to 2 h 15 min

Run

40 min to 1 h 15 min

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Bus