Menu
5
km
return
2
hrs
Mpaara Walk
The Mpaara Walk (5 km, 2 hours return) begins at Kalarranga carpark and introduces some of the mythology of Western Aranda Aboriginal culture. Walkers will be rewarded with beautiful views of the ampitheatre.
1.5
km
return
45
mins
Kalarranga Lookout
Kalarranga Lookout (1.5 km, 45 minute return) is an easy 20 minute climb with spectacular views of a rock amphitheatre encircled by rugged cliffs.
2
km
return
90
mins
Redbank Gorge
A grade 3 - moderate 2 km, 1.5 hour return walk from the carpark alongside the creekbed will lead visitors to Redbank Gorge. The walk is unmarked but starts on a well defined track before dropping into the sandy creek bed. On a warm day walking in the sand is tiring and visitors should take and drink plenty of water. The track is rocky at times and care should betaken when walking.
Section 12 of the Larapinta Trail starts and finishes at the Redbank Gorge Carpark. Walkers can choose to enjoy the views at the Mt Sonder Lookout and return (5 km, 2.5 hours, includes steep sections of stone steps). Walkers also have the option to start or finish Section 11 of the Trail from this point. Both of these Sections are graded 3/4 - moderate to difficult and should only be attempted by fit people with previous bushwalking experience.
1
km
return
30
mins
Jessie Gap
These small Gaps in the Heavitree Range are the first features you come to on your trip into the East MacDonnell Ranges. They contain interesting Aboriginal paintings and are important
spiritual sites to the Eastern Arrernte Aboriginal people.
1
km
return
30
mins
Emily Gap (Anthwerrke)
Emily Gap (Anthwerrke) is a registered sacred site. A large rock painting depicts the caterpillar dreaming. Please respect the site and do not touch any Aboriginal art.
2
km
return
90
mins
Mt Barney West Peak from Rum Jungle
A walk to the actual summit of Mt Barney (West Peak is higher than East Peak). It's got views, not as crowded as East Peak, and quicker to get to from Rum Jungle.
10.4
km
one-way
2
hrs
Oyster Walk
A 10.4km walk along the coast line at Coffin Bay, Ayre Peninsula. It is a good way to explore the township and area. A pleasant, easy walk with some special views around each corner. It can be done in sections and so the length is your own choosing.
1.5
km
return
1
mins
N'Dhala Gorge Walk (N'Dhala Nature Park)
Walking - A 1.5 km (1 hour return) marked walking track leads into the gorge. Signs along the track interpret some of the petroglyphs and the rare Acacia undoolyana.
3
km
return
2
mins
The Gorge Lookout
This lookout is off the Dragon Cave and Bloodwood Cave Walk (Approx 240 meters up from half way along the walk)
2.5
km
one-way
90
mins
Lepidozamia Remote Bush Camp
A pleasant 2.5km walk along a well maintained access track through rainforest and wet eucalypt forest leading to a spacious, well equipped remote campsite. The campsite offers a hut with benches and a picnic table, two large water tanks, and seating around a fire pit. There are sunset views over the range when looking to the west and, to the east, you can enjoy views of the sunrise, Moreton Bay, and Brisbane lights at night. If you’re lucky you will also see the fireflies flitting around the camp.
800
m
return
30
mins
Booyong Walk (Treetop Walk)
The Tree Top Walk consists of 9 suspension bridges up to 16 metres above ground. Enjoy a bird’s eye view from a deck 30 metres above ground in a fig tree over the walkway.
12.6
km
return
5
hrs
Lamb's Head and Kahlpahlim Rock
This a a fantastic and varied hike to the summit of Lamb's Head. Walk would range between 4-6hrs depending on fitness levels and stoppages. I recommend taking a few litres of water and some snacks. It is best during the dry winter season. The views at the top are absolutely amazing and there are several viewing points if you follow the 'sometimes hard' to see small pink ribbons. One view faces north/north-east over Cairns and the other is west/north-west. It truely is the one of the best hikes in the region. Afterwards you can find many beautiful rock pools at Davies Creek to swim in.
18
km
one-way
5
hrs
Cooloola Great Walk - S5 track to Freshwater Campground
Day 1 of the Cooloola Great Walk starting at the Rainbow Beach end but staying at the Freshwater campground rather than the walkers camp.
20
km
one-way
5.5
hrs
Cooloola Great Walk - S6 track vis Leisha Track
Freshwater Campground to Rainbow Beach via Leisha Track
40
km
one-way
3
days
Numinbah Gap to Christmas Creek
A challenging 2-day or 3-day hike along the QLD/NSW border.
2-day option: camp at Echo Point
3-day option: camp at Bithongabel and Point Lookout
A good challenge for experienced walkers with good experience and navigation skills. Points of interest along the way include Bushranger's Cave, Mt Wagawn, Mt Hobwee, Dacelo Lookout, Merino Lookout, Bithongabel Lookout, Echo Point Lookout, Point Lookout, and the Stinson Crash.
This walk can be done in either direction. In any case, you will either have to do a car shuffle or very nicely ask friends or family to do a drop-off and pick-up.
Make sure that you take a PLB and proper emergency provisions (first aid kit, shelter, wet weather gear, warm clothes, extra food rations etc.).
6
km
return
2
hrs
Musgravea Track
This track is a multi-use track for walkers and mountain-bike riders. It is the only track in Djiru National Park where bicycles are permitted.
This mainly flat track is suitable for dry weather access and requires a medium level of fitness. It follows an old forestry road used in the 1960s and 1970s to haul timber from South Mission Beach to the El Arish timber mill. The track heads north from the car park at the Licuala day-use area and exits on to the El Arish–Mission Beach road about 2 km east of the Lacey Creek day-use area. For safety reasons, the old vehicle bridges have been removed and detours to the two creek crossings have been marked for walkers and cyclists. Bicycles will have to be carried down several steps, through the creek and up several steps at each creek crossing. Creeks in this area are subject to flash flooding and caution should be exercised.
32
km
one-way
4
days
Thorsborne Trail, Hinchinbrook Island
Simply Incredible!
The walk (32KM) takes you from Lucinda by boat, taking a magical ride around the western side of the island to the north and then meandering through the river systems to your arrival point.
The journey starts with a walk along the beach, taking in the beautiful colours of the Coral Sea, before you enter the rainforest of the Island. You will traverse an array of different conditions, gradients, difficulties and various stunning scenery. There are bays, rocky outcrops, fresh water pools and amazing waterfalls. The trip take 3-5 day to complete. This hike has everything for everyone. Take your time, breath it in and feel a part of the World Heritage Listed Island/Walk. There is a maximum of 40 people on the walk at any given time, so book ahead with NPWS to secure your time/ days for the month you wish to walk.
7
km
2
hrs
Mt Kootaloo
This track branches off from the Island walk - so both can be done together if you dont mind the backtrack. Can be steep in some sections
