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Walka Lake Trail Loop
3 km circuit
45 min to 1 h
Walka Lake Trail Loop
3 km
Circuit

Walk
45 min to 1 h

Cycle

Mtb

Run
15 min to 30 min

Starting from the Walka Water Works car park at the end of South Willards Lane, Oakhampton Heights, this walk takes you on a circuit around Walka Lake via the Lake Trail. This short and easy loop winds its way around the Walka Lake in the Walka Recreation and Wildlife Reserve, offering excellent views of the lake and good opportunities for observing the area's diverse birdlife, with a lovely spot for a picnic or barbeque at the end. The reserve covers 112 hectares of park and bushland surrounding Walka Water Works, a 19th-century heritage-listed pumping station, with the former water reservoir still visible today as the Walka Lake. The historic pumping station, built in the late 1800s to provide a permanent water supply for Newcastle, is one of the best preserved 19th-century industrial complexes in the Hunter Valley, featuring a towering chimney and ornate brickwork. Nowadays, Walka Water Works is a popular recreation reserve for the Maitland community, with picnic areas, gas barbeques, a playground and a mini train track running along the lake's edge, as well as several well-maintained walking and cycling trails. The reserve is also home to a large population of wild kangaroos, as well as over 140 species of birds. This loop consists of wide, mostly flat shared-use tracks with compacted natural surfaces and gravel surfaces. Suitable for all ages and fitness levels, as well as prams. Let us begin by acknowledging the Wonnarua people, Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present. 

Highlights
Birdwatching
Heritage
Views

Environment
Natural

Transport options
To start
Bus
Car
Train


Booyeembara Park Loop
1.2 km circuit
20 min to 30 min
Booyeembara Park Loop
1.2 km
Circuit

Walk
20 min to 30 min

Cycle

Run
6 min to 10 min

Wheelchair
20 min to 40 min

Starting from the carpark on Montreal Street, Fremantle, this walk takes you on a short circuit within Booyeembara Park. Booyeembara Park is a gorgeous park that blends landscaping with environmental restoration. 'Booyeembara' is a local Aboriginal word which means 'of the limestone hills.' Years of excavation has transformed the area into a very different landscape. The land, which was once a quarry and a tip, has been reborn as sixteen hectares of public open space. The park has plenty of open space, bushland, walking trails and a central man-made lake. Located within the park is a decent sized playground, a skate park and an installation of exercise equipment. There are also a couple of BBQs, but no picnic tables or shelters. Toilets are situated close to the playground up a steep embankment, next to the carpark. Entry is via one of several paths down to the paved circuit that forms the basis of the park. Just around the corner is a path leading to a jetty sitting on the upper lake. The trail loops around the upper lake and then makes its way back down to the lower lake. Booyeembara Park has plenty to offer, despite this loop being just over a kilometre. Any fitness fanatic would love the well-maintained paths and the exercise equipment on the western edge. For those that are after some peace, the idyllic setting of the lake is a very relaxing place to be. There are a few quiet spots around the lake to sit down and enjoy the scenery, or just relax in the shade reading a book. There is also the option of dirt paths that extend past the upper lake for those that want to add some extra length to their walk. 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.

Highlights
Views

Environment
Natural
Urban

Transport options
To start
Car


Mount Toolbrunup
3.9 km return
2 h 30 min to 4 h
Mount Toolbrunup
3.9 km
Return

Walk
2 h 30 min to 4 h

Starting from the car park at the end of Toolbrunup Road, Stirling Range National Park, this walk leads to the summit of Mount Toolbrunup and back via the Toolbrunup Peak Walk Trail. Toolbrunup Peak may not be the tallest peak in the Sterling Range (by only 50 metres), but it's quite the sight and demands mental & physical effort from you. Rising from the landscape at 1052m above sea level, Mount Toolbrunup presents a tough challenge for those that decide to hike up to the summit. This 4km return hike begins by taking you through quaint woodlands, mostly following the bank of a creek and becoming progressively steeper. Beyond the woodlands, the hike rises steeply over large boulders, loose rocks and steep scree to a saddle near the top of the southwest buttress. Look out for the yellow-capped markers placed among the rocks to ensure you are following the correct route. The terrain in the last part is relatively more complex, introducing some vertical rock climbs. When you reach the upper slopes, keep a lookout for mountain bells and other flowers that bloom in the spring. At the summit, you will be rewarded with extraordinary 360-degree views across the landscape, where you'll be able to see all the other major peaks in the area, along with the Porongurups to the south. This is one of the most challenging day walks in the Stirling Range as it requires constant climbing. When you reach the summit, you'll be more than 500 metres above the starting point. Although it's quite short, this hike is best suited for fit and experienced walkers, as there are some very steep sections and uneven surfaces, including scree fields and loose rocks. Keep in mind that the weather can change super quick in the Sterling Range. Take extra care when dealing with the strong winds near and at the summit, as you'll be exposed to them. Hiking boots or sturdy shoes, weatherproof clothing and sun protection are recommended. At the car park, you will find a small picnic area and information boards about the hike. 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.

Highlights
Views

Environment
Natural

Transport options
To start
Car


Lake Clifton
5.3 km circuit
1 h 30 min to 2 h
Lake Clifton
5.3 km
Circuit

Walk
1 h 30 min to 2 h

Starting from the car park at the end of Mount John Road, Yalgorup National Park, this walk takes you past the Lake Clifton Thrombolites, then along the edge of the lake and back via the Lake Clifton Walk Trail. Lake Clifton is pretty scenic and is part of a series of lakes near the coast. The main attraction here is the thrombolites, with the micro-organisms forming clusters on the edges of the lake resembling round limestone rocks. These living rock-like structures can be seen up close by taking the path west from the car park, where there is plenty of parking available, along with a toilet block, picnic tables and an information shelter. You may then head along a boardwalk between the Paperbarks, having a chance to view the thrombolites from various angles. In summer and autumn, the thrombolites are more visible due to lower levels of water. You can take on the Lake Clifton Walk Trail if you're looking for a more extended journey. The trail is flat and easy but offers minimal views of the lake. Interpretive signs along the trail provide an insight into the native fauna and flora that call this place home. This is far from a monotonous area to explore, so while the trail may be fairly straightforward and basic, the variety of things you'll see if you really look closely is immense. In spring, you'll experience wildflowers, and if you're lucky, you may spot some wildlife along the way. Let us begin by acknowledging the Pinjarup people, Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present. 

Highlights
Cafe
Views

Environment
Natural

Transport options
To start
Car




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