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488
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15
mins
Nigretta Falls
Nigretta Falls is a small waterfall set in outstanding scenery. The waterfall is considered more spectacular than Wannon Falls, due to its clearer features.
400
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40
mins
North Stradbroke Island Sand Cliffs
A short walk through some interesting coloured sand cliffs. Follow the path and then go up the gorge on the left hand side up to the maze like area which has views out to the water.
2.9
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1
hr
Griffiths Island
Griffiths Island with its colony of shearwater seabirds, winding pathways and the spectacular lighthouse at the eastern tip, it is a great place to explore.
The Island supports a number of native animals including a small mob of swamp wallabies. It is also the site of one of Australia’s most accessible breeding colonies of short tailed shearwaters or mutton-birds.
1.6
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1
hr
Battery Hill
This hill first served as the Harbour Master’s signal point for shipping. Local militia units established the gun batteries and built the concrete fortifications that were completed in 1887. The bluestone powder magazine was built in 1860 to store explosives used in the construction of the river wall.
500
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30
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Soldiers Memorial
Soldiers Memorial gives us time for reflexion as you gaze out over the town and inlet before heading out to Prady’s Lookout to view the Southern Ocean crashing in.
6.8
km
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2.5
hrs
Mt Cordeaux
Mt Cordeaux forms the Northern side of Cunningham's Gap. The track ends at a platform just below the main peak and is ideal for viewing South, down the length of Main Range National Park. There are also good views of the Moogerah Peaks, Mt Barney and North to the Mistake Mountains.
National Parks signage officially lists this walk as Grade 4 difficulty (most of the track is unsealed, with hazards such as tree roots/rocks, muddy sections and occasional tree-falls across the path). Walkers with a moderate level of fitness should find this a comfortable walk and be able to complete it in under the given timeframe.
1.5
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1
hr
Bay of Islands
The wild Southern Ocean has carved a stunning collection of rock stacks and sheltered bays with clifftop walks, scenic lookouts and small beach coves.
Perhaps overshadowed by Port Campbell and the Twelve Apostles just down the road, the Bay of Islands offers an equally spectacular experience without the crowds.
815
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30
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The Grotto
This weathered hollow limestone formation is one of the most evocative and intimate of the coastal formations of the Great Ocean Road. Part-blowhole, part-archway, part-cave, its serene rock pools and smooth boulders frame the sea views on offer.
218
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30
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London Bridge
Originally a natural archway and tunnel, London Bridge collapsed on 15 January 1990 and became an isolated arch no longer connected to the mainland. Two tourists stranded on top of the remaining island had to be rescued by helicopter.
1.7
km
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45
mins
Loch Ard Gorge
Multiple walks around a spectacular beach which is the site of the Loch Ard Shipwreck in 1878 where only two teenagers survived.
11.5
km
one-way
4
hrs
Moreton Bay Cycle Way (Woody Point to Scarborough section)
Coastal track along sheltered beaches with eye-popping ocean vistas and fascinating hertiage sites.
11
km
one-way
4
hrs
Moreton Bay Cycle Way (Shorncliffe to Woody Point section)
Enjoy the sea breeze while taking a stroll from the Frank Doyle Park (Shorncliffe) along the shoreline of Bramble Bay, across the Ted Smout Memorial Bridge and into Woody Point Pelican Park.
4
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1
hr
Banksia Track
True to its name this track features a variety of banksia species. Visit in autumn when the banksias are in bloom. The track begins in Frog Hollow where wet heath provides rich habitat for 23 species of frog that call Karawatha Forest home then climbs through eucalypt forest to the crest of the hill and the sandstone boulders of Poet’s Rock. This track connects with the Dianella, Wallum and Dentata tracks for a longer walking experience.
1.2
km
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45
mins
The Twelve Apostles
One of the most photographed places in Australia, this loop track taking you past a number of lookouts over the Twelve Apostles, a collection of limestone stacks on the Great Ocean Road.
600
m
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30
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Mt Marlay Lookout & Summit Loop
A short loop walk from the lookout around the summit with views in each direction.
Gibson Steps and Gibson Steps Beach
A walk down the 89 Gibson Steps down to the beach with the opportunity to see the monoliths Gog and Magog up close.
7.4
km
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3
hrs
Lower Portals
This was my first overnight hike. It was challenging, but not ridiculous. A good beginners walk.
I highly recommend going for a dip in the creek even in Winter. It was like an ice bath for my tired muscles :)
1
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20
mins
Waldheim Forest Walk
Waldheim and Weindorfers Forest Walk: a 20 minute circuit starting from the historic Waldheim Chalet. A glimpse into Gustav Weindorfers's pioneering life at Cradle can be seen at Waldheim Chalet.
5
km
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90
mins
Cornubia Forest Park - Birdwing - Stupidty Happy - Birdwing
This walk is shared with the brave bike riders. The first half was winding down to the valleys bottom then winding back up to the top.
5
km
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4.5
hrs
The Pinnacle
A must do very diverse day walk! Dramatic scenery from the Pinnacle! Crossing Stony Creek, following the gorge and canyon upwards to exit via steel steps and ladders, then following arrows on rock through eucalypt forest and bare rock towards a narrow crevasse exiting via a ladder. Then on towards the cliffs and the Pinnacle.
