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8.3
km
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3
hrs
Snapper Point
A lovely easy walk in the Dirawong Reserve (Dirawong is the aborigine word for goanna) for all the family, with plenty of ‘rewards’ through low coastal scrub, along the coastal pathways, pebble and sandy beaches, swimming, rock pools and rock hops, to the great views from the headland
6
km
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2.5
hrs
The Pinnacle and Fairview Mountain via Valley Break
From the end of Austinville rd follow the 4wd track of Valley Break to Fairview Mountain and then turn left onto a at times overgrown single track till The Pinnacle (Springbrook Pinnacle) which is contoured around to the right where the route up becomes apparent (on the opposite side of the pinnacle as of that you approached (Southern side)). A scramble to the summit which offers 360 views.
3.5
km
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90
mins
Lark Quarry Conservation Park
Most people come here for the Dinosaur Stampede exhibit, a unique preservation of footprints and multimedia presentation of how they may have come to be. Around the site are a couple of walks - the Spinifex circuit (500m, 30mins) and Jump-Up Loop (90mins, 3.5km) - that showcase the arid landscape around this area and are well-signposted with information cards to entertain the young and old and worthwhile either before or after viewing the Stampede. Do take a hat and water. The sun is cruel even in winter.
12
km
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6
hrs
Mt Huntley
A steep walk up one of the lesser climbed peaks on the Great Dividing Range. Though Mt Huntley is usually tackled when doing the Main Range traverse, this route allows you to directly hit the summit in a single day trip.
3
km
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1
hr
East Lookout
Climb to a lookout at the base of Glen Rock. This walk provides great views down the valley carved by Blackfellow Creek and a good overview of Glen Rock Regional Park.
17.8
km
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6
hrs
Araucaria Lookout
An awesome but seldom visited lookout offering near 360 degree views along the Numinbah Valley.
Araucaria Lookout is named after the hoop pines Araucaria cunninghamii, which can be viewed from the lookout. These hoop pine communities are a living representative of the Jurassic Age (the age of the conifers) of about 180 million years ago.
At 18km return it's a long walk but on graded tracks so there are no navigational issues or bush bashing to worry about. There are a few ups and downs to contend with but nothing really steep or nasty. Allow 5-6 hours at a steady pace including time to enjoy the views.
5
km
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4
hrs
National Pass, Overcliff and Den Fenella Circuit
This grand tour of the Wentworth Falls area explores many waterfalls, lookouts and cliff edges. The walk has a lot of steps and runs beside fenced cliff edges, so walkers will need to be fit and comfortable with heights. The walk explores the historic National Pass, Wentworth falls, the Valley of the Waters and many other highlights. There is an optional side trip to the Conservation Hut for lunch, before returning to the start via the Overcliff walk and Den Fennella. A great way to explore the majestic views.
** NATIONAL PASS CLOSED FROM 2017 UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE - check NPWS for latest info **
2
km
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2
hrs
Table Top Loop
Table Top mountain on the edge of Toowoomba, provides views of the Lockyer Valley and surround. The climb itself can be quite demanding with a lot of large steps over the Camel's Hump and a scramble just before the summit. But the reward at the top, with a circuit all the way around, provides a spectacular vista.
Table Top is an area of high significance to the Traditional Owners, recognised in the Aboriginal Cultural Heritage Register and protected under the Aboriginal Cultural Heritage Act 2003. You are respectfully requested to consider your decision to climb this mountain.
5.7
km
return
105
mins
Strangler Cairn
The Strangler Cairn was made by world renounced artist Andy Goldsworthy. It is composed of granite blocks shaped together with a strangler fig planted in the top. Over time the roots of the fig should grow down over the cairn. The walk is consists of a short side track off the Conondale Great Walk which is between the Gold Mine track and the Artists Cascades. The main track is through sub-tropical rainforest and wet sclerophyll forest.
60
km
one-way
3
days
Wilsons Promontory Southern Circuit
A 2-3 day circuit hiking the southern section of Wilsons Promontory National Park, heading south via Sealers Cove, Refuge Bay and Waterloo Bay to the Lightstation, and back to Tidal River via Oberon Bay. Fantastic hiking through a variety of landscapes and traversing a number of beautiful bays and beaches. Multiple camping spots can be booked on-line, and there is a cabin and dormitory at the Lightstation.
40
km
return
3
days
Freycinet Circuit
A rewarding 2-3 day hike that combines picturesque bays, turquoise water and majestic views of the Tasmanian coast.
600
m
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20
mins
Cape Tourville Circuit
Headland walk with expansive ocean views, Freycinet coastline and Cape Tourville lighthouse.
44
km
return
2
days
Robeys Farm
A very long day walk (or bike ride) from Darlington, or easily accessible in a day from Frenchs Farm / Encampment Cove campgrounds. The walk along a sandy track end at the Robeys Farm farmhouse, which is in pretty good condition and has a number of original artefacts inside the house.
22
km
return
4
hrs
Haunted Bay
A very long day walk (or bike ride) from Darlington, or easily accessible from Frenchs Farm / Encampment Cove campgrounds. A fairly easy walk to a beautiful bay, which was a whaling site in the 1800s and is home to fairy penguins.
4.5
km
return
2.5
hrs
Fossil Cliffs Circuit
The Fossil Cliffs are considered one of the best examples of life 250 million years ago, with a vast number of shellfish fossils embedded in the limestone cliffs. Best at low tide when you can clamber down to the shoreline. The circuit also passes some historic buildings in Darlington and offers some nice views of Bishop and Clerk and the high sea cliffs on the east coast.
4
km
return
90
mins
The Reservoir Circuit
This easy walk is sheltered from the coastal winds and provides a glimpse of Maria Island's wildlife and history. This walk is one of the best places to see the endangered forty-spotted pardalote. The walk takes you through open woodlands into tall eucalypt forest, and returns via ruins from the old cement works. The area near the reservoir is a good place for a picnic in the bush. Cycling is only permitted on Southern track due to safety.
8
km
return
4
hrs
Bishop & Clerk
Bishop and Clerk is a popular day walk on Maria Island, and is one of Tasmania’s “Top 60 Great Short Walks”. Please see the official guidebook for route description
Great views from the rocky summit.
18
km
return
5
hrs
Mt Maria
Mount Maria (711 m) is the highest point on the island, and offers sweeping views up and down the Tasmanian coast. The last part of the track goes up a scree slope with some clambering up (or down!) large boulders just before the summit.
