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Golden Valley Wattle Circuit

Golden Valley Wattle Circuit

1.3 km circuit

20 min to 40 min

Starting from the car park off Old Padbury Road, Balingup, Golden Valley Wattle Circuit offers Golden Valley Tree Park's most vibrant display during the midwinter and early spring seasons when the landscape is adorned with abundant yellow blossoms. Marked by golden arrows, this short loop--although unformed--is easily navigable, making for a leisurely stroll. Wanderers exploring the Wattle Circuit during winter and spring are treated to a striking contrast between the vibrant yellows of wattle blooms and the bare branches of deciduous trees in the park's World Collection section. This park's allure lies in the subtle and distinct contrasts between its Australian and World Collection sections. Portions of the Wattle Circuit coincide with the Tall Gums Short Walk, providing a glimpse of both collections for those with limited time. Featuring native pines and intriguing patches of oil mallees (a tree typically found in the Wheat Belt), this track offers a diverse botanical experience. While most complete it within 30 minutes, the allure of blooming flowers may extend the journey for those captivated by nature's beauty. Let us begin by acknowledging the Wadandi, Pibulmun and Ganeang 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

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Rural

Rocket Point Lookout Track

Rocket Point Lookout Track

1.3 km return

40 min to 1 h

From Wentworth Falls Lookout, this walk goes down to the top of the falls and then onto Rocket Point Lookout. The walk provides many different perspectives of the spectacular falls from the many viewing points along the way. The alternate route adds a nice loop, before returning along the same track. 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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Waterfall

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Bus

Mount Grenfell Art Site Walk

Mount Grenfell Art Site Walk

1.3 km return

1 h 30 min to 2 h 30 min

1.3 km

Return

Walk

1 h 30 min to 2 h 30 min

Starting from the parking and picnic area this short return walk will reward you with astonishing colourful Aboriginal rock art on the rocky overhangs, created by the Ngiyampaa People. 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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This lovely short walk takes you from the large water tank, along an old trail and track to two fantastic fenced lookout platforms. There are a few unfenced views along this shaded walk. A picnic table among the Sydney Red Gums, just before the two main lookouts, makes a wonderful spot for a snack. The lookouts provide great views over Umina Beach, Brisbane Water, Bouddi National Park, Pearl Beach and out to the ocean. A great spot on a sunny day or for a sunset. 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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Mt Ettalong Lookout

1.3 km return

30 min to 1 h

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White Knights of Evercreech

White Knights of Evercreech

1.3 km circuit

15 min to 30 min

Starting from the Evercreech Forest Reserve at the end of Egans Road, Mathinna, this walk takes you through a forest of white gums known as the 'White Knights'. Enjoy a quick and easy stroll amongst the majestic white gums of Evercreech, the tallest of their type in Australia. Known as the 'White Knights', these towering eucalyptus trees are over 90 metres tall and some are believed to be over 300 years old. A well-maintained walking track passes beneath the trees before climbing a hill to provide a more elevated view of the forest. Facilities at the reserve include barbecues, toilets, sheltered tables and park benches. You can also stay overnight at the free campground, where there are several flat campsites with fire pits. 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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Ubirr Aboriginal Art Circuit

Ubirr Aboriginal Art Circuit

1.3 km circuit

20 min to 30 min

Starting from the car park at the end of Ubirr Road, Kakadu, this circuit walk gives you a tour of the Ubirr rock formation and the amazing Aboriginal rock art on it, potentially visiting the Nadab Lookout along the way. With some of them being thousands of years old, the paintings and depictions here are some of the best in the continent. From creation ancestors such as the Rainbow Serpent to animals like wallabies and goannas, the art showcases the Aboriginal culture very well. Take the side trip out to the Nadab Lookout for 360-degree views of the surrounding floodplains and escarpments. You can also time your hike to watch a beautiful sunset from the lookout. 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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Heritage

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Starting from the Gate 9 car park on Lower North East Road, Vista, this walk takes you on a circuit around Anstey Hill Recreation Park via the Geological Hike Track. This short and easy walk explores the quarries and trails near the geological feature known as 'The Gun Emplacement', a preserved remnant of ancient landscape materials in the southwestern corner of Anstey Hill Recreation Park. A short detour takes walkers past the former quarry operated by the Klopper family in the 19th century, used as a venue for the Festival of Arts in 1980 and 1988. Further along the track, there are good views over the Adelaide Plains and the city. The track is clear and easy to follow, with interpretive signage detailing the environment and local history. The Geological Hike is reserved for walkers only, bikes are not permitted. Dogs are allowed, 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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Geological Hike

1.3 km circuit

20 min to 30 min

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Bus

Kurrajong Campground Circuit

Kurrajong Campground Circuit

1.3 km circuit

20 min to 30 min

Starting from Kurrajong Campground, Purnululu, this walk takes you on a circuit around Kurrajong Campground. The limestone walk offers you panoramic views of the Bungle Bungle Range, which was formed some 350 million years ago. The open plains are home to Kimberley savannah woodland and beautiful yellow kapok flowers scattered around. The campsite makes access easier to the view, making it a suitable place for photographers. The temperatures can get very hot (up to 50 degrees), you might want to prefer a morning or a late afternoon walk with plenty of 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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Starting from Bellbird Grove Picnic Area, Enoggera Reservoir, this circuit walk explores the open eucalypt forest of D’Aguilar National Park along the Turrbal Circuit track, crossing Cedar Creek multiple times along the way. Expect a leisurely stroll through the dense vegetation as the cool breeze and the eastern whipbird calls accompany you. You’ll come across other bird species such as the eastern yellow robin and white-browed scrubwren. Additionally, look out for holes beside the trees which may be dug by the northern brown bandicoots at night. Finish the hike with a peaceful picnic at Bellbird Grove. Check the water level before crossing the creek 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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Turrbal Circuit

1.4 km circuit

20 min to 45 min

This walk leads to one of the best waterfalls in the Hunter area and is highly recommended. The walk travels through dense rainforest, before descending to an inspiring amphitheatre of rock with the dramatic Gap Creek Falls. Spend some time looking around the base of the falls, particularly behind the falls on the narrow unfenced ledge. This walk is particularly good on a hot day, where the cooling spray off the waterfall is appreciated. Let us begin by acknowledging the Awabakal 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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Gap Creek Falls Walk

1.4 km return

50 min to 1 h

Waterfall

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Falcon Falls Walking Track

Falcon Falls Walking Track

1.4 km return

45 min to 1 h 15 min

Starting from Spring Hill Picnic Area, this return walk in Cocoparra National Park will take you through white cypress pine woodland along to Falcon Falls. If you come between June to December you'll see peregrine falcons nesting there. Let us begin by acknowledging the Wiradjuri 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 from the Leven Canyon Picnic Area at the end of Leven Canyon Road, Nietta, this walk takes you to two superb lookouts on a circuit via the Fern Walk and Leven Canyon tracks. It’s rare to find such a magnificently wild and powerful place that is so easily accessible. Two lookouts, Cruickshanks and Edge, can be accessed on this circuit track. Each lookout allows you to enjoy spectacular and expansive views of the canyon. Along the ferny track, you can see some smaller highlights, including colourful fungi and native wildlife. Facilities include informative panels detailing the significance of the canyon, and a picnic area with barbecues, tables and toilets. 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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Leven Canyon Lookout

1.4 km circuit

45 min to 1 h

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Norah Head Lighthouse and Rockshelf Walk

Norah Head Lighthouse and Rockshelf Walk

1.4 km return

30 min to 45 min

A very interesting and very scenic walk, taking in the merchant mariners memorial, and lookout, and the Norah Head Lighthouse before exploring the rockshelf below Norah Head. The lighthouse is very picturesque and the setting is beautiful, with some fantastic views along the coastline from the paths around the area. The merchant mariners memorial adds some more historic interest to the walk. The rockshelf is interesting to explore, with plenty of shapes and textures in the rock. 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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Bus

This is a good walk on a hot day. This walk leaves Muirs Lookout and descends through healthy blackbutt and blue gum forest to find a moist rainforest of ferns and mosses. A quiet sit and picnic within the rainforest would be lovely. This walk returns the same way you have come. 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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Muirs Rainforest Walk

1.4 km return

40 min to 1 h

Muirs Rainforest Walk

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