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Starting from the Black Rocks car park on the Coffin Track, Coffin Bay National Park, this walk takes you to the coastline of Avoid Bay and back via the Black Rocks Hike. Coffin Bay National Park is known for its remote coastal scenery, with rocky islands, windswept cliffs, sweeping beaches and tranquil bays, making it a great place for boating, fishing, sailing, scuba diving and windsurfing. The park is home to a wide variety of wildlife, including emus, goannas and kangaroos, as well as seabirds such as albatrosses, ospreys, petrels and white-bellied sea eagles. This moderately challenging trail takes walkers through coastal mallee to the rugged coastline of Avoid Bay, with views overlooking Lake Damascus from the top of sand dunes along the way. Much of the trail can be quite sandy, and once it reaches the cliffs, the trail becomes unmarked, indistinct and quite rocky. From there, walkers can return via the same route or continue along the clifftops, with spectacular views of Black Rocks, Avoid Bay and Thorny Passage Marine Park. This walk consists of gently undulating walking trails, with some uneven natural surfaces, suitable for moderate 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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Black Rocks

12.8 km return

3 h to 4 h

Birdwatching

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This short but popular walking track offers a great way to explore the middle section of Sawpit Creek in the Kosciuszko National Park. Start near Kosciuszko Mountain Retreat (or alternatively you can start from Kosciuszko Education Centre), you will cross Sawpit Creek a couple of times and explore the valley environment. The track then leads you up through the more open forest of the ridge and loops back through Kosciuszko Mountain Retreat to Sawpit Creek Picnic Area. 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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Sawpit Walk

2.1 km circuit

50 min to 1 h 30 min

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Great North Walk: Lane Cove - Thornleigh

Great North Walk: Lane Cove - Thornleigh

14.1 km oneway

4 h to 6 h 30 min

Starting from Delhi Road bus station in Chatswood West this walk explores the ferny and moist valley beside Lane Cove River. Near the top of the valley, you walk up some stone steps built during the depression to find some rock engravings with 1930’s style political satire, Conscript Pass. The walk leads past Throneligh oval to through the streets to find Thornleigh train station. 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 Imlay Summit Walking Track

Mount Imlay Summit Walking Track

6.1 km return

3 h to 4 h

From Burrawang picnic area this walk takes you through Mount Imlay National Park along a steep (did I mention steep!!) and rugged track to get to the top of Mount Imlay. Take in magnificent views of the park and check for yellow-tailed black cockatoos. Please use the footwear cleaning stations along the way to protect the environment. Let us begin by acknowledging the Yuin 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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Otford to Figure Eight Pools Circuit

Otford to Figure Eight Pools Circuit

13.7 km circuit

5 h 15 min to 6 h

Exploring the southern coast of Royal National Park, this walk experiences different trails and environments, with dense forest at Palm Forest to the open grasslands along the Coastline. With a short side trip out to the Figure Eight Pools, this walk becomes a great day in the bush. The views from the Burgh Ridge are something special, with views far into the distance along the coast. (Check the tide and wave heights, to avoid disappointment at the rock platform for Figure Eight Pools.) 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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Train

This short, pleasant walk, starts close to the Glenbrook entrance of the Blue Mountains National Park. The walk follows a staircase and track down to Blue Pool. The blue colouring of the water can vary in intensity, depending on water and weather conditions. A popular swimming hole, this creek is particularly dangerous after rain, take care when swimming. 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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Blue Pool Track

1.4 km return

30 min to 45 min

Swim

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Starting from Mount Bruce Car Park, Karijini, this return walk takes you to Mount Bruce and back. You can enjoy the views over the Marandoo iron ore mining area and Hamersley Ranges throughout your walk. Mount Bruce is known as Punurrunha to the local Aboriginal people, and the area is considered a tropical semi-desert. The lookout offers open views and a higher view of the ancient rock formations that can be observed throughout the trail as well. There are certain sections that require rock hoppings, and there is a steep section close to 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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Honey Hakea Trail

9.5 km return

3 h 45 min to 5 h 30 min

3 h 45 min to 5 h 30 min

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With a steam train ride from the end of the walk back to the start, the Zig-Zag Railway Walk is a very interesting one. Climbing to the ridges above the railway, this walk offers walkers the opportunity to watch the train as it puffs and hoots it's way from Clarence Station to Bottom Points Station. And that's even before you have a chance to get on the train and rest all the way back to the start, or alternatively retrace your steps back. 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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Zig-Zag Railway Walk

5.2 km return

1 h 45 min to 3 h 15 min

1 h 45 min to 3 h 15 min

Heritage

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Special

Starting from the end of Trinculo Place, Queanbeyan East, this walk takes you on a circuit around Queanbeyan River via a concrete track all the way through, crossing two scenic bridges. Convenient to reach and wheelchair friendly, this walk can be a great way to spend some time with the whole family, including your dog. Basically a natural haven in the midst of the city, you can get to know the town in a relaxing way. 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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Queanbeyan River Circuit

2.2 km circuit

30 min to 1 h

Queanbeyan River Circuit

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This pleasant walk starts near the kiosk at Bobbin Head, climbing the sandstone stairs and then follows a defined track to the Kalkari Discovery Centre. Kalkari is well worth spending some time exploring, with opportunities to learn about and mix with the local flora and fauna. 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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Birrawanna Track

4.4 km return

2 h to 4 h

Cafe

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Signal Peak (from Mt Abrupt car park)

Signal Peak (from Mt Abrupt car park)

7.3 km return

3 h to 4 h

Starting from Mount Abrupt Car Park, Bornes Hill, this walk takes you to Signal Peak in Grampians National Park. You can traverse the forest setting in the first half of the walk and can enjoy the great open vistas of the Southern Grampians and Dunkeld at the second part. It starts off steadily and becomes steeper towards the end of the trail. The area is also prone to stay moist after heavy rainfall. 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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This walk guides you through the historic and well-maintained outer Middle Head fortification battery. Take a step back in time, by walking along Old Fort Road past the old barracks and through the banksia forest to the open clearing and array of gun emplacements. At the fortification, you can explore the tunnels, underground rooms and circular gun emplacements and enjoy the views of the sea cliffs and harbour views. 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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Middle Head Battery Walk

620 m return

10 min to 20 min

Middle Head Battery Walk

Urban

Starting from the Kites and Kestrels Playspace car park, Salisbury East, this circuit track gives you a taste of Cobbler Creek Recreation Park via the Babbler Loop Track. This scenic track offers lovely views of Salisbury from atop the park. You can experience the natural beauty of the park while also watching for interesting birds and reptiles. The track is dog-friendly, but pets must be on a leash at all times. The park's gorgeous flowers add to the serenity of the experience. The Kites and Kestrels Playspace and picnic area, located at the start of the track, has several amenities such as BBQs, picnic shelters, toilets and a bike pump track. The design of the play area is inspired by the kites and kestrels that can be observed in the park. Let us begin by acknowledging the Kaurna 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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Babbler Loop

3.6 km circuit

1 h to 1 h 45 min

Pets

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Urban

Coachwood Loop Walking Track

Coachwood Loop Walking Track

790 m circuit

15 min to 30 min

Starting from Hotel Creek Road and Sugar Creek picnic area this short circuit walk in Wallingat National Park takes you through forest of cabbage palms and coachwoods, close to Pipeclay Creek. 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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