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Witches Falls Circuit from Colville Drive

Witches Falls Circuit from Colville Drive

5.6 km circuit

2 h to 3 h

Starting from the intersection of Witches Chase and Colville Drive, Tamborine Mountain, this circuit walk explores the dense witch-themed track in the lush rainforest, visiting Witches Falls and a picnic area along the way. As you travel along the beautiful family friendly track featuring a seasonal waterfall and lagoon, you’ll be accompanied by the constant birdsong. Be patient and keep an eye out and you’ll be able to see an Albert’s Lyrebird in no time. Along with birdlife, the area is home to koalas and multiple lizard species as well. The waterfall is best viewed after rainfall, but the track gets muddy as well. The experience and environment changes can be easily noticed if you come in different seasons. Finally, don’t forget to bring a snack and enjoy a lovely little picnic in the diverse rainforest. 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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Waterfall

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Starting from Bundeena Wharf, Bundeena, this walk takes you on a coastal trip as you skirt the eastern borders of Royal National Park, visiting multiple beaches, waterfalls and viewpoints along the way. Embark on a refreshing journey alongside the Pacific and make your way through various terrains and exceptional landmarks. From historical middens to hidden waterfalls, this track lets you get a taste of the coastal wonders of Australia. In fact, it features one of the three waterfalls in the country that directly plunges into the ocean - The Curracurrong Falls. There are heaps of beaches throughout the journey, so you don’t need to worry about where to cool off. Listen to the birdsong and the sound of waves as you hike through the bushland. Take your shoes off and let your feet rest in the warm sand, then have a scenic picnic if you’d like to do so. You can make this a multi-day journey by staying at the North Era Beach Campground. Take plenty of water and cover yourself well from the sun to have a better experience. 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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The Coast Track

27.7 km oneway

12 h to 2 days

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Starting from the car park off Glenelg River Road, Grampians, this walk takes you on a circuit around a remote area in Grampians Natural Park. The platform at the top is nice and offers panoramic views, while the path is forested primarily with scenic sections of Chimney pots Southern Grampians and offers a wide variety of wildflowers. You can experience the tranquillity the dense forest brings and have time for yourself. Taking a left at the Y intersection(clockwise) makes the walk easier as the track on the way up becomes more regular. 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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Chimney Pots Circuit

3.4 km circuit

1 h 45 min to 2 h 15 min

1 h 45 min to 2 h 15 min

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This walk explores the upper section of Sawpit Creek from the Sawpit Creek picnic area beside Kosciuszko Road. You will follow a circuit track visiting the main highlight, a small but lovely cascade near the halfway point. The walk guides through the tall eucalypt forest, exploring the sides of the valley and passing some frost hollows and large granite boulder outcrops. An enjoyable way of exploring this pocket of Kosciuszko National Park Let us begin by acknowledging the Ngarigo 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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Waterfall Walk

5.9 km circuit

2 h to 2 h 30 min

Waterfall

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Stating from the dirt car park in Mount Lindesay National Park, this walk takes you to Mount Lindesay Summit and back. The walk offers visitors open views over farmland, the coast and the Walpole Wilderness. The granite monadnock at the top is a centrepiece of the Mount Lindesay National Park, and hosts threatened ecological species. There are steep drop-offs when you reach the granite section of the track. Additionally, it can be slippery due to moss and lichen growth. Appropriate footwear and some experience 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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Mount Lindesay

10 km return

3 h 15 min to 5 h

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Overcliff Track to Den Fenella Lookout

Overcliff Track to Den Fenella Lookout

3.1 km return

1 h 45 min to 2 h 15 min

3.1 km

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Walk

1 h 45 min to 2 h 15 min

Starting from the parking area at Conservation Hut, this return walk passes the Lyrebird Lookout before reaching the Den Fenella Lookout. This scenic walk offers plenty of stunning views over the Jamison Valley and Valley of the Waters. You can make it a circuit walk by taking the Short Cut Track or one of the few other options back. Let us begin by acknowledging the Gundungurra and 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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Waterfall

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Starting just above the Tyers River Pumping Station, in the Wirilda Environment Park in Yallourn North, this walk leads to the Moondarra Dam and back via the Wirilda Walking Track. Meandering along the Tyers River, this walk winds through open forests and provides wonderful views of the river and the lovely vegetation throughout. The track is well signed, and there are many red arrows along the way that indicate the right direction. This is quite a challenging walk, with some very steep sections that can be slippery in wet conditions. There are some river crossings which are normally dry, but may fill up with water after heavy rains. 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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Wirilda Walking Track

25.7 km return

8 h to 13 h

Wirilda Walking Track

Starting from the Wild Dog Creek car park on Para Wirra Drive, Yattalunga, this walk takes you on a circuit around the open scrub area of Para Wirra Conservation Park via the Treecreeper Loop. This moderately easy loop meanders around a large area of open scrub at the southeastern end of Para Wirra Conservation Park, near the Humbug Scrub Wildlife Sanctuary, providing good opportunities to discover native plants and animals. The walk initially crosses a creek and heads along Para Wirra Drive, passing an optional side trip to the Wild Dog Dam, then follows the Workshop Track through pink gum woodland. After passing near the Wirra Campground, the walk continues along the park's eastern boundary, parallel to Humbug Scrub Road, then follows the Blue Gum Track through blue gum woodland, passing another small dam before returning to the car park. Cycling is also permitted on this trail. Walkers should note that the Para Wirra Drive section is a sealed road shared with vehicles. This loop consists of wide, mostly flat fire tracks and sealed roads, with compacted gravel surfaces, compacted natural surfaces and bitumen 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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Treecreeper Loop

4.4 km circuit

1 h 30 min to 2 h

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Burraga Swamp Walking Track

Burraga Swamp Walking Track

1.6 km return

30 min to 1 h

This short return walk in Barrington Tops National Park will take you from Mount Allyn Forest Road parking area through the rainforest to Burraga Swamp. Enjoy the great views on the way. Let us begin by acknowledging the Gringai 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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This interesting walk explores a rocky ridge top of Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park. The walk is through heathland that flowers in a mass of colour in spring. The track also visits a tessellated pavement and some Aboriginal engravings. 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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Centre Track

6.6 km return

2 h 15 min to 2 h 30 min

2 h 15 min to 2 h 30 min

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Starting from the picnic area, this return walk takes you to the 40m high Rawson Falls for a scenic view from the lookout. Have a picnic and a swim at the swimming hole by the falls. Let us begin by acknowledging the Birpai 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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Rawson Falls Walk

3.9 km return

1 h 30 min to 2 h 30 min

1 h 30 min to 2 h 30 min

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Basin Gully to Eualdrie Lookout Track

Basin Gully to Eualdrie Lookout Track

8.1 km return

6 h to 7 h

Start this challenging return walk in Weddin Mountains National Park from Ben Hall’s campground through gullies and across ridges to get to a plateau with Eualdrie lookout where you'll have scenic views to the east towards Grenfell. 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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Conservation Hut to Breakfast Point Lookout

Conservation Hut to Breakfast Point Lookout

1.9 km circuit

50 min to 1 h

The walk from Conservation Hut down to Breakfast Point Lookout is pretty with plenty of outlooks and some great bushland to enjoy. The walk passes a picnic shelter on the way down the hill to the brilliant views from Breakfast Point Lookout and then the Lyrebird Lookout. 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

Starting from Tahune Adventures at the end of Arve Road, Geeveston, this walk takes you along an exceptional boardwalk through a majestic Huon pine forest. Take your time and admire the serene natural environment around you as you meander along the river. This boardwalk is wheelchair and pram friendly. Additionally, you can take your dog with you (needs to be on a leash). This walk is included if you bought the ticket for Tahune Airwalk. Keep in mind that the facility closes down at 4 PM, and the last tickets of the day can be bought at 3 PM. You don't need a ticket for children under 5. 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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Tahune Huon Pine Circuit

1.3 km circuit

15 min to 35 min

Tahune Huon Pine Circuit

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