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Starting from the Booloumba Falls Carpark, Kenilworth, this walk takes you to the Booloumba Falls and back via the Conondale Range Great Walk track, exploring the lush rainforest along the creek. After you spend some time taking in the views at the lookout, head down the steps and get to the base of the waterfall. Dip in the cool mountain water and enjoy the scenery from another angle. Check out “The Breadknife” as well, a rock formation at the confluence with an interesting shape to it. Always check the water before going in. Keep an eye 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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Booloumba Falls Track

2.6 km return

1 h 30 min to 2 h 15 min

Booloumba Falls Track

2.6 km

Return

Walk

1 h 30 min to 2 h 15 min

Environment

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

Pets

Environment

Starting from Mount Thackeray Hiker Camp, Grampians, this return walk takes you to Mount Thackeray Summit and back. You can enjoy the exhilarating sunset over the surrounding plains after walking through the mint bushes and the open forest. The summit also offers you panoramic views of Victoria Range Remote, and incredible geological rock formations are a plus. There are steep sections towards the middle of the trail, so a certain amount of fitness level can be helpful. Additionally, as the rocks can be slippery and sharp, you might want to wear appropriate footwear. 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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Mount Thackeray

2.6 km return

1 h to 1 h 30 min

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Echo Point to Eastern Skyway Station

Echo Point to Eastern Skyway Station

2.6 km return

1 h 30 min to 3 h

This walk follows the Prince Henry Cliff Walk from Echo point to the Scenic Skyway eastern station. The pleasant cliff top walk explores many great lookouts. There is the option to go for a ride on the Skyway one way or return (fee applies). This walk can be done one way, there is vehicle access at both ends of the Skyway. 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

On this walk, you will enjoy a stroll along Jibbon Beach and then head through the bush to the Jibbon Head Aboriginal engraving site. The site is a special and historic place, with some clear engravings and others more faded. The site is best viewed in the late afternoon sun, or after rain. Take care not to walk on any of the engravings. 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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Jibbon Head Engravings

2.6 km return

50 min to 1 h 30 min

Jibbon Head Engravings

Swim

Environment

Starting from the southeasternmost car parks at the end of Waverley Road Jells Park, Wheelers Hill, this walk pivots around Jells Lake partly via the Dandenong Creek Trail. It is a delightful journey that offers visitors an opportunity to experience the natural beauty of this small nature reserve. Visitors into bird-watching will be in luck with plenty of great vantage points, including a bird hide along the lake's edge. You can spot Australian white ibises, swamphens, darters, cormorants, pelicans, and some migratory species as well. It's important to note that parts of the track can get flooded after heavy rain, so visitors should be prepared to get muddy. Dogs are allowed in the picnic areas and the western part in general, but not the track. Let us begin by acknowledging the Boonerwrung and Woiworrung (Wurundjeri) 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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Jells Wildlife Lake

2.6 km circuit

40 min to 1 h

Birdwatching

Environment

Urban

Morialta Falls Plateau Hike

Morialta Falls Plateau Hike

2.6 km circuit

45 min to 1 h

Starting from the car park at the end of Morialta Falls Road, Woodforde, this walk takes you on a circuit around Morialta Conservation Park via the Morialta Falls Plateau Hike. This scenic loop walk passes several lookouts in Morialta Conservation Park, offering excellent views of Morialta Gorge and First Falls. The hike begins along Fourth Creek, then ascends above the valley floor past Giant's Cave and continues to the Kookaburra Rock Lookout, which offers stunning views of Morialta Gorge's towering cliffs. After crossing the creek at the top of First Falls, the trail passes several fenced lookouts that provide spectacular views of the falls, including the Eagles Nest Lookout. This loop consists mainly of narrow walking trails, with some short steep hills and rocky, uneven surfaces that may be slippery when wet, and can be done in either direction. Dogs on a leash are permitted only in the park's recreation zone. 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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Bus

Starting from Manja Shelter Car Park, Glenisla, this return walk takes you to Manja Shelter and back. The Shelter hosts fantastic Aboriginal Hand stencils in the area, along with animal tracks and stick figures. Additionally, the rock formations you can observe as you pass through stringybark forest are a little feast for your eyes. There are limited facilities at the car park, and the rocky sections can be a little challenging when it is warmer, so you might want to bring spare water 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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Manja Shelter

2.6 km return

45 min to 1 h 15 min

Heritage

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Starting from Reen Road, Gidgegannup, this walk takes you to the foreshore of Wooroloo Brook and back. The saturated red colour of the rocks and the lovely cascades create a rather unique scenery. Enjoy the eye candy and listen to the burbling sound of water as you take a break. The fauna and flora of this reserve are remarkable. You'll have a chance to see the endangered Carnaby's Cockatoo as you make your way through Marri, Wandoo and Jarrah trees. Some plant species native to this area cannot be seen anywhere else in the whole world. Keep in mind that the track can become slippery and steep in parts as you get closer to the foreshore. Dogs are allowed on lead. Let us begin by acknowledging the Wajuk 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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F.R. Berry Reserve

2.6 km return

45 min to 1 h 15 min

Environment

Starting from the Red Stringybark car park off Sawmill Road, Spring Gully, this walk takes you to the southern boundary of Spring Gully Conservation Park and back via the Ridgetop Track. Experience the natural landscape of Spring Gully Conservation Park on a relatively easy hike that follows a long ridge, offering spectacular views through the trees across the Adelaide Plains. Along the way, there are good opportunities for spotting western grey kangaroos, euros and common brushtail possums. In spring, there's an abundance of wildflowers and orchids. The track ends at the southern boundary of the park, but walkers can turn around at any point and return to the start. This walk consists of wide, gently undulating fire tracks, suitable for most fitness levels, as well as wheelchair users with assistance. 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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Ridgetop Walk

2.6 km return

30 min to 45 min

Birdwatching

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Brickwood Reserve Circuit

Brickwood Reserve Circuit

2.6 km circuit

40 min to 1 h

Starting from Gordin Way, Byford, this track takes you on a circuit via multiple tracks, giving you a good taste of Brickwood Reserve. The reserve boasts the largest expanse of the critically endangered open Kingia and Marri woodland, safeguarded under the protective veil of state and federal laws. A diverse array of native flora and fauna finds sanctuary here, including a good amount of bird species. Dogs are allowed on leash as well. Please stay on the designated tracks to avoid spreading dieback. Let us begin by acknowledging the Whadjuk 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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Pets

Environment

Train

Starting from Halls Gap Caravan Park, Halls Gap, this walk takes you on a circuit, visiting Halls Gap Botanical Gardens. Enjoy the views of Stony Creek that are scattered throughout the walk after you are welcomed by small groups of Kangaroos. You can also look out for ancient rock formations, and do not forget to enjoy the lovely waterfall and the view at Bullaces Glen. There can be sections of the walk that can be steep and less shady. 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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Bullaces Glen Circuit

2.6 km circuit

1 h to 1 h 15 min

Bullaces Glen Circuit

Waterfall

Environment

Horseshoe (Burgess) Falls Track

Horseshoe (Burgess) Falls Track

2.6 km return

1 h to 2 h

Starting from the Burgess Falls Walking Track in Hazelbrook, the Horseshoe (Burgess) Falls Track is a return walk that takes you through a natural landscape. This walk is pet friendly and perfect for taking your furry friends with you (adult). You will come across a number of waterfalls, including Horseshoe Falls (and the cave behind), Oakland Falls, Burgess Falls, Fairy Falls, Glow Worm Nook Falls, and Lena Falls. It is best to wear joggers or hiking boots as the track can be slippery and muddy after rain. Large fallen-down trees make the atmosphere stronger but also block some of the water flow to Burgess Falls, meaning you will need to climb over them in some sections of the track. For the best experience, it is recommended to take this walk after heavy rainfall. Additionally, autumn is a great season to visit as there is a wider variety of fungi to observe. After following the track for 500m, you will emerge in close proximity to various shops and amenities, including the Hazelbrook Bowling Club, while restrooms can be found on a street nearby, along with facilities for having a nice meal or a drink. 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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Pets

Waterfall

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Starting from the car park at the end of Redbank Gorge Road, Mount Zeil, this walk takes you to the Redbank Gorge and back via the same-titled track, visiting the permanent waterhole along Davenport Creek midway. Named ‘Yarretyeke’ by the Arrernte people, this lovely gorge is located at the base of Mount Sonder (Rwetyepme) and serves as a refuge for the endangered fauna and flora. You can expect to see rock-wallabies, frogs and multiple bird species such as the Grey Honeyeater. The water is surprisingly cold even in summer, considering how hot the weather can get outside the gorge. Enjoy the refreshing waters of Davenport Creek and have a little picnic after the swim if you’d like. Just keep an eye out for snakes. 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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Redbank Gorge Walk

2.6 km return

1 h to 2 h

Swim

Environment