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Starting from the car park near Ginninderra Peninsula District park and at the end of Diddams Close, Belconnen, this circuit walk pivots around Lake Ginninderra leading via a concrete footpath. Convenient to reach and paved all the way, this walk offers you excellent views across the lake for you and your family(including your dog) to enjoy without much effort. Pause and have a picnic anywhere you want as there are plenty of benches and picnic tables around. You may also run into kangaroos which can come as a surprise because you’re basically in the city. 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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Lake Ginninderra Circuit

7.1 km circuit

1 h 45 min to 3 h

Lake Ginninderra Circuit

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Mt Kuring-gai to Cowan (via Berowra Waters)

Mt Kuring-gai to Cowan (via Berowra Waters)

17 km oneway

6 h, 9 h to 2 days

Ridge tops, grasslands, creek crossings and spectacular views are all part of this walk as it ventures from the ridge above Berowra Creek down to water level and back up again. Take the short and free ferry ride across the creek to get lunch at Berowra Waters. Conserve your energy for the steep sections between Berowra Waters and Cowan. 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 dirt car park on Corrigin-Kulin Road, Kulin West, this walk takes you on a stroll, offering displays of wildflowers and a chance to see wildlife. The trail gets its name after Eucalyptus Macrocarpa, which is commonly found in this area. There are numbered markers along the path, and a brochure including detailed information can be found in Kulin Visitor Centre. If you are lucky enough, you can spot goannas, bobtails and different species of birds in the area. Beware of termite mounds in certain places. The trail is pretty flat with gentle hilly sections. 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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Macrocarpa Trail

1.5 km circuit

20 min to 40 min

Birdwatching

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Starting from Middle Ridge Road, Rowlands Creek, this walk takes you to the amazing swimming holes at Hell Hole Falls, exploring the rainforest of Mount Jerusalem National Park along the way. Expect a peaceful journey through the lands of the Bundjalung and Yugambeh People that ends with stunning rock pools that are deep and picturesque. The welcoming waters of Rowlands Creek are a great way to cool off and de-stress. You’ll want to get in regardless of the weather as the swimming holes are so tempting and secluded. You’ll mostly be in the shade of the rainforest canopy whilst making your way through the woods which will allow you to check out interesting fungi species hidden under exposed roots or fallen logs. Keep in mind that you may need to do some rock scrambling near the pools, yet it’s quite fun if you are careful. 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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Hell Hole Falls

5.1 km return

1 h 45 min to 2 h 30 min

1 h 45 min to 2 h 30 min

Swim

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Starting from Bartlet Place in Tuggeranong Town Park, Greenway, this walk takes you on a circuit around Lake Tuggeranong via a concrete track. From a cardio session with your dog to a full-on family trip with a picnic along the way, this walk can be tailored to your liking as it is filled with all kinds of facilities and activities. No matter what you decide to do, it’s almost guaranteed that you’ll find some part of this peaceful lakeside stroll satisfactory. It might be the skate park, the birdlife, the beach, or just the soothing feeling of being in nature. By the way, the whole walk is on a concrete footpath that is wheelchair accessible. Keep in mind that the beach is off-limits for dogs. The area may be crowded on the weekends, so try to schedule it on a weekday if you want to avoid the crowd. 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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Lake Tuggeranong Circuit

6 km circuit

1 h 30 min to 2 h 30 min

Lake Tuggeranong Circuit

6 km

Circuit

Walk

1 h 30 min to 2 h 30 min

Run

30 min to 1 h

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Antarctic Beech Forest Walking Track (Short Loop)

Antarctic Beech Forest Walking Track (Short Loop)

710 m circuit

20 min to 30 min

Starting from Gloucester Road this short circuit walk takes you through Antarctic beech rainforest. Let us begin by acknowledging the Biripi & Worimi 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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Starting from the car park at the end of Kings Canyon Access, Petermann, this circuit walk explores the Kings Canyon via the Kings Canyon Rim Walk track, visiting multiple viewpoints along the way. Neither the stories told nor the photos taken can show you how gorgeous this canyon is. Every turn has a potential to dazzle you with an exceptional view as you make your way along the rim. You can get down to the creekbed or the Garden of Eden where there’s a waterhole as well. Doing the walk early in the morning is recommended due to the high temperatures, but you’ll be rewarded with an exceptional sunrise if you manage to get up earlier. Bring plenty of water, sunscreen and a hat. 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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Kings Canyon Rim Walk

4.8 km circuit

1 h 45 min to 3 h

Kings Canyon Rim Walk

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This walk heads down to the top of the cliffs, overlooking Empress Falls and the lower Valley of the Waters. The track down through the heath is quite nice, although it is nearly all stairs. The view from Queen Victoria Lookout is a stunning one. The noise of the falls can also be heard from the lookout, however the falls themselves cannot been seen from the 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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Queen Victoria Lookout

720 m return

25 min to 30 min

Queen Victoria Lookout

Cafe

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Bus

Pheasants Peak Walking Track

Pheasants Peak Walking Track

6.7 km return

2 h 30 min to 3 h 45 min

6.7 km

Return

Walk

2 h 30 min to 3 h 45 min

This walk will take you through the forest to the summit of Pheasants Peak for stunning views over the Monaro Plains and the Snowy Mountains. 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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Starting close to the Sherbrooke Picnic Ground, on Sherbrooke Lodge Rd, Sherbrooke, this walk leads to the Falls via the Sherbrook and O’Donohue tracks. Explore this walk under the magnificent canopy of trees in the rainforest, with many little streams of water and different types of fungi to be seen along the way. A variety of birds and wildlife such as Wombats, Swamp Wallabies, Ring-tailed and Brush-tailed Possums can be spotted. Immerse yourself in the peaceful sounds of nature - the running water, the breeze in the trees, and the birds singing - and enjoy the view and sounds of the cascading creek. The falls are small and slightly obscured by ferns, but the crown jewel of this walk is the rainforest itself. Expect a steep and steady incline about halfway through, leading up to the Sherbrooke Falls. The track gets slightly busy during later times of the day. 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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Sherbrooke Falls Walk

2.1 km return

40 min to 1 h

Sherbrooke Falls Walk

Waterfall

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Bus

The Coast Track (Otford to Bundeena)

The Coast Track (Otford to Bundeena)

27.7 km oneway

9 h to 2 days

Following the coast through the Royal National Park with its magnificent coastal views, this walk is truly amazing. Although walked traditionally from Bundeena, this direction makes for a shorter first day. There are coastal and cliff views along much of this walk. There are also small house communities early in the walk. Stay overnight at North Era Campsite. Water is very limited it is best to carry all the water you need. 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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Pinnacles Desert Drive Circuit

Pinnacles Desert Drive Circuit

3.8 km circuit

1 h to 1 h 30 min

Starting from Pinaccle Desert Parking, Nambung, this walk takes you on a circuit in Pinnacles Desert. The desert hosts marvellous geological formations that are a result of ancient erosive sources and create a photogenic scenery for the visitors. These limestone structures that are scattered among the sand dunes create an otherwordly environment, and you basically cannot stop yourself from wondering how they are formed. The texture is sand, but the path is completely flat, and the lookout is wheelchair friendly as well. There is a shop that sells simple refreshments and snacks along with basic facilities such as toilets. You might want to fly repellents with you as the area can host a lot of them. 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

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Starting from the Knox Gorge car park at the end of Knox Gorge Road, Karijini National Park, this walk takes you past Knox Lookout, then down into Knox Gorge and back via the Knox Lookout and Knox Gorge Walk Trails. Intersecting Wittenoom Gorge near the Knox Lookout, Knox Gorge is a deep and picturesque chasm. After a short walk to the lookout, the trail descends to the bottom of the gorge via one of the steepest paths in the park. Other gorges in the area have proper steps, yet the track going down Knox Gorge is a bit more "natural" and challenging. Although steep, the descent is relatively straightforward until an awkward scramble near the bottom, which requires walkers to lower themselves down several rock shelves. At the bottom of the descent, there is the option to turn left or right, with the path to the right leading to a photogenic pool. After heading left along the main walk trail, the initial section of Knox Gorge is filled with trees and plants growing along the watercourse. Continually crisscrossing its way along the gorge floor, the trail ends at an unusual slot canyon formation with large, expansive shelves on either side of the slot. From here, walkers can retrace their steps back to the start of the walk. After the scrambling ends, the steep track takes you out of the gorge. Take care in the gorge and leave if it starts to rain as flash flooding can occur. 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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Knox Gorge

2.7 km return

2 h to 3 h

Swim

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Mount Williams and PA-31 Wreckage from Kamerunga

Mount Williams and PA-31 Wreckage from Kamerunga

11.9 km return

4 h 30 min to 8 h

Starting from Stoney Creek Road, Kamerunga, this return walk takes you to the summit of Mount Williams where the fuselage of PA-31 Navajo is, visiting the North Peak along the way. You’ll be following Smiths Track for the first third of the walk, then go off-trail along the ridgeline for the rest of the climb. Expect a challenging hike up the ridgeline through the interchanging vegetation, only to find the historic plane wreckage of the PA-31-310 Navajo, along with the memorial. The plane crash happened in 1986 as the pilot miscalculated the route and hit the ridge whilst going through the cloud, leading to the death of all the 6 persons on board. May they rest in peace. As you go through the narrow track up the ridge, keep an eye out for colossal trees that have majestic buttress roots. You may run into cassowaries along the track as well. After around 750 metres of altitude, you’ll notice the environment get more humid as you hit the cloud line, especially if it’s overcast. The amount of leeches can go crazy after this point, so use gaiters and deet to protect yourself from them. Since you’ll be going off-trail, prepare well and start early to allow time for mistakes. Bring a topographic map and a GPS device to be safe. 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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Ruins

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