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Weetootla Campground Trailhead
There are three locations in the Vulkathunha-Gammon Ranges National Park where you can access walks in the Weetootla Hike Network.
Weetootla Campground Trailhead – 7.1km from Balcanoona. Turn off the Arkaroola Road at 1.9km from the signpost at Balcanoona. The track is 2WD accessible.
McTaggart Track – 18.2km from Balcanoona. Turn off the Arkaroola Road at 8.2km from the signpost at Balcanoona. Continue approximately 10km along the 4WD track to reach the checkpoint.
Grindell’s Hut Trailhead – 26.5km from Balcanoona. Turn off the Arkaroola Road at 8.2km from the signpost at Balcanoona. Continue for 17km along the signposted 4WD track.
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Yapa (Mulgowan) Aboriginal art site walking track (Gundabooka National Park)
Yapa (Mulgowan) Aboriginal art site walking track offers a unique Outback experience with Aboriginal rock art and birdwatching in Gundabooka National Park, near Bourke.
5
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90
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Little Mountain Track
Easy walk through mulga woodlands to Little Mountain where you can look out over the Gundabooka Range.
Another short scramble in the same area (follow the signs) to aboriginal rock art - fantastic.
3
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Mutawintji Gorge Walking Track (Mutawintji National Park)
Mutawintji Gorge walking track takes you on a hike through one of the park’s most scenic gorges. Enjoy a picnic at the end or simply spend some time taking in the view.
6
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2.5
hrs
Western Ridge Walking Track (Mutawintji National Park)
Western Ridge walking track is a spectacular walk for fit bushwalkers. From the ridge you'll overlook the vast desert plains and the beautiful Bynguano Range. It's especially beautiful at sunset.
7.5
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5
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Bynguano Range walking track (Mutawintji National Park)
A challenging, scenic walk over the rocky ridge of the Bynguano Range in Mutawintji National Park.
5.6
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2
hrs
Rockholes Loop Walking Track (Mutawintji National Park)
Rockholes Loop walking track is an adventurous extension to Homestead Gorge walking track, in Mutawintji National Park. This short but steep hike includes Aboriginal engravings and splendid views of rockholes, Homestead Gorge and Bynguano Range.
7.5
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2.5
hrs
Homestead Gorge Walking track
Take a breathtaking walk along Homestead Gorge walking track for scenic landscape vistas and ancient Aboriginal rock engravings. Plus you might see wallabies, emus and birds.
5.2
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90
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Warren Gorge Loop Trail
The Warren Gorge walking trail provides excellent examples of vegetation in the Flinders Ranges. You will pass through different micro-climates which are evident by the change in vegetation and geology. The trail takes you to a lookout locally known as Smoke-oh Lookout. In Australia, the term Smoke-oh is a commonly used colloquial name fora morning or afternoon tea break or other break in the working day, making it an ideal name for this lookout, which provides an excellent spot to stop and rest on the trail.
The Warren Gorge Loop Trail is 5.2kms long and takes between 1.5- 3 hours to complete. It is easy to moderate depending on your level of fitness. There are some loose surfaces and short steep parts.
3.7
km
one-way
1
hr
Malabar Headland Walk
Explore spectacular coastline views in Malabar Headland National Park on Boora Point walking track. Only 30 minutes from Sydney city, you’ll find epic sandstone cliffs, whale watching opportunities and swimming spots.
8.7
km
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3
hrs
Mt. Kinpoku 金北山 (Niigata Prefecture)
Mt. Kinpoku - the tallest mountain on Sado Island. Hike a truly unique mountain and have the entirety of Sado beneath your feet. Some cool wildlife and a flirtation with the JSDF.
1.7
km
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1
hr
Mt Tibberoowuccum
A steep walk to the summit of the mountain, a bit of an uneven but level scramble along the ridge for about 50m with a small 6-8m steep scramble to get to the peak at the end of it. Summit has spectacular views of the surrounding mountains and north to the Sunshine Coast. There are two alternative tracks which meet at the the top of the ridge at a point where an arrow painted on a rock directs you along the ridge to the summit. Take care as both tracks can be slippery after rain due to wet clay/ tree roots and loose shale at the top of the tracks can be a concern in any weather as well.
12
km
5.5
hrs
Wilson's Peak - Eastern Approach
The eastern approach to Wilsons Peak, following the Qld/NSW rabbit fence to a mountain that straddles the border, with some really steep sections.
2.5
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45
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Forest Lake Shore Walk
Shared path around the man-made, 11 hectare lake, surrounded by parklands and public recreational facilities.
2.6
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90
mins
Mount Coolum
Enjoy a steep trek to the summit of one of the Sunshine Coast’s ancient volcanic domes. Created about 26 million years ago, Mount Coolum is a laccolith, formed when a dome-shaped bulge of magma cooled below the Earth’s surface.
Spectacular coastal views, rare and threatened plants, wildflowers, bird life and geology feature here.
4.5
km
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90
mins
Nakatsu Gorge (Kochi Prefecture)
Riverside path along the Nakatsu river with stepping stone/ bridge crossings, leading to the 20m Uryo Falls and the Stone pillars. Many pools display the iconic "Niyodo Blue" color of the water.
5
km
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90
mins
Bayview Conservation Area (Kidd Street Entrance)
Multiple trails that crisscross the area. Includes the Birdcage Trail, an easy 1900m walk that is one of the many trails through the Bayview Conservation Area. Glimpses of the ever-growing suburbia nearby, the track winds through natural bushland with many native grass trees. Passes the "birdcage" itself, a quirky work of imagination.
As of July, 2025, the area was heavily battered by "Alfred" and next to it commenced a huge housing development. Likely, there will be another trailhead/ access in years to come.
5
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90
mins
Bayview Conservation Area (German Church Road Main Entrance)
Many trails through the bush area for walkers, bikes and horses. There are a few areas with healthy mozzie populations so be prepared!
2
km
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1
hr
Akiyoshi Cave 秋芳洞 (Akiyoshidai Quasi-National Park, Yamaguchi Prefecture)
Akiyoshi Cave is the largest limestone cave in all of Japan and it is really cool. I've been to a lot of limestone caves in Japan and this is by far the most impressive. Even if you don't do any proper mountain hiking in the park, I really recommend this one.
