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Starting from the car park at the end of Milne Street, Bayswater, this walk takes you to Baigup Wetland and back. This walk is suitable for families with small children who wants a quick getaway while still offering a unique native flora and hosting several waterbirds. There are areas for picnicking and facilities such as parking, a playground and bathrooms as well. The area is sacred to the Wadjuk Noongar people of Perth, and there are QR codes on the benches along the walk that will give you more insight into the historical background. The sedge plains and amazing paperbark trees are remnants of the original fringing vegetation, and Baigup is considered nationally as a Coastal Saltmarsh Threatened Ecological Community (TEC) because of this. The walk can be completed via cycling as well. Let us begin by acknowledging the Wadjuk Noongar 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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Baigup Wetland Walk

1.1 km oneway

30 min to 1 h

Starting from Crowdy Gap campground this short return walk through rare coastal rainforest of turpentine and scentless rosewood takes you to Crowdy Beach, a great spot for swimming and enjoying the stunning coastal views. If you're up for it take a stroll north along the beach to Abbey Creek picnic area and have a picnic before heading back. 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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Crowdy Gap Walking Track

690 m return

15 min to 45 min

Crowdy Gap Walking Track

Swim

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Victoria Falls to Pierces Pass

Victoria Falls to Pierces Pass

9.9 km oneway

4 h 30 min to 2 days

This is a magnificent overnight walk, allowing time to really explore the area. Enjoying views of Victoria Falls and other cascades makes a great way to start this walk. The campsite of Burra Korain Flats is not as popular as Acacia Flats, enhancing the serenity of the Grose Valley. The walk out via Pierces Pass is steep, with the great views encouraging regular photo stops (especially when you need an excuse to catch your breath). 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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Waterfall

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Weston Creek Pond Circuit

Weston Creek Pond Circuit

2.5 km circuit

40 min to 1 h

Starting from the car park at the end of Kirkpatrick Street, Weston, this walk takes you on a circuit around Weston Creek Pond via concrete tracks and dirt fire trails. A not-so-hidden gem in the city, Weston Creek Pond is convenient to reach and offers soothing views and opportunities for birdwatching without demanding much from you. You can take your kids and dogs with you as you stroll around the pond and view the city from different angles. The Telstra Tower will also catch your eyes as its sheer size and height will make it hard to miss. Horse riding is allowed on the track, so be careful and listen for the distinct sound of horseshoes at all times. 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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Masons Falls via Boundary Track and Wallaby Trail

Masons Falls via Boundary Track and Wallaby Trail

5.1 km circuit

1 h 45 min to 2 h 30 min

5.1 km

Circuit

Walk

1 h 45 min to 2 h 30 min

Run

45 min to 1 h 15 min

This walk starts near the Blackwood Picnic Area, Mason Falls Road, Kinglake West, looping via Boundary Track and Wallaby Trail along Running Creek and past Mason Falls. Enjoy this pleasant walk along mostly wide, shady dirt roads, through forests of towering trees, with ferns, lichens and fungi growing at ground level. There is plenty of fascinating wildlife to be seen, including giant lizards, echidnas, wallabies, kookaburras, lyrebirds and foxes. The Lyrebird Circuit Walk, which is 500m long, was specifically designed for people with limited mobility. You'll have a chance to see some of the park's oldest trees along the trail as well. The most picturesque section of the walk is Mason Falls, where you can watch streams of water cascade down the rock shelves into the gully below. The high drop waterfall is awe-inspiring after recent rain. To reach the viewing platform, you need to go off the circuit a little way to the northern end of Running Creek Track - keep a lookout for the sign. This walk isn't very challenging, with many flat parts, but there are some steep sections. It can be done clockwise so that you go downhill on the steep slopes of Boundary Track. Be aware that the trail gets quite muddy after rainfalls. 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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Waterfall

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From Maitland Bay Information Centre, this walk heads straight down the hill to Maitland Beach. On the way down, the track passes many rock landings which act as lookouts over Maitland Bay and the lush bush of the surrounding gullies. Maitland Bay Beach itself is a wonderful sandy beach which is popular for swimming (although there are no beach patrols). Let us begin by acknowledging the Darkinjung & Guringai 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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Maitland Bay Track

2.2 km return

1 h to 1 h 15 min

Swim

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Albany Wind Farm to Mutton Bird Lookout

Albany Wind Farm to Mutton Bird Lookout

13.2 km oneway

3 h 30 min to 6 h

Starting from Albany Wind Farm Car Park, Sandpatch, this walk takes you to Mutton Bird Lookout via Bibbulmun Track. This one-way walk allows visitors to enjoy the panoramic views of the coastline, Shelter and Mutton Bird islands, and fields of wildflowers. It is a gem for adventurers who want to experience serenity with less effort. The Sandpatch campsite has the required facilities for a cup of drink and lunch. The walk is suitable for most; the path is formed, and there are only gentle hilly sections. Let us begin by acknowledging the Minang 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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Hollow Mountain (Wudjub-guyan) Walk

Hollow Mountain (Wudjub-guyan) Walk

2.2 km return

1 h to 1 h 30 min

The Hollow Mountain Walk, Grampians National Park, starts near the Hollow Mountain Carpark, on Mt Zero Road, leading up to the mountain peak and back. Explore the Grampians on this trail that takes you up Hollow Mountain, presenting stunning views of the rocky landscape all the way up. There are a number of caves which you can explore on the way to the peak, as well as massive overhanging rock walls. On the main trail, you’ll traverse the rocky plain following yellow arrows to guide you. The trail has some challenging sections which include steep scrambles and rock climbing, and it’s best to navigate these parts slowly and carefully. Be advised that there also are many jagged rocks and steep drops. During wet weather, the rocks may become slippery and dangerous to navigate. 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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Caves

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This short return walk in Yuraygir National Park starts at Pebbly Beach campground and takes you along the track to the isolated Freshwater Beach where you can have a picnic and a swim before heading back. Let us begin by acknowledging the Gumbaingirr 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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Freshwater Track

1.6 km return

45 min to 1 h 15 min

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Shellhouse and Grandstand

Shellhouse and Grandstand

620 m return

15 min to 30 min

Starting from the car park at the end of Grandstand Road, Kalbarri National Park, this walk takes you past Shellhouse and Grandstand via the Bigurda Trail. Shellhouse and Grandstand are a couple of lookouts in Kalbarri that offer excellent views of the dramatic coastal cliffs and the features that have been sculptured in them by the wind and water over their lifetime. Most of the coastline is limestone, but here the limestone has weathered away, leaving the red iron-rich sandstone exposed. The banding of different layers of coloured sandstone is memorable. Ocean-torn cliffs glow in the late afternoon as the setting sun shines on the sandstone rock faces. Dolphins and whales frequent the coastal fringes between July and November. Wide flat paths provide quick and easy access to these theses awesome lookouts on the rugged coast. The car park is surrounded by a bitumen path, and there is level access between the bays and the footpath. The bitumen path extends for the first few metres towards the lookout, and then the surface becomes firmly compacted gravel. Stay on the track as much as possible and be extra careful of the cliff edges and overhangs. 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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Karte Conservation Park Hike

Karte Conservation Park Hike

1.7 km circuit

30 min to 45 min

Starting from the Karte Campground off Colwill Road, Karte, this walk takes you on a circuit in Karte Conservation Park, exploring the northeastern parts of the reserve. Karte Conservation Park protects a vast expanse of wilderness comprising of thick mallee scrub covering tall sand dunes that rise up to 40 metres, with agricultural plains surrounding the park. During the early 20th century, much of the surrounding land was cleared, except for areas that were unsuitable for agriculture. This short but challenging walk winds through the park, offering spectacular views over the surrounding area, with interpretive signs along the trail detailing the importance of the park's remaining vegetation, which provides a habitat for over 40 bird species, including the endangered malleefowl. Along the way, walkers may encounter some of the park's residents, such as western grey kangaroos, echidnas or fat-tailed dunnarts. The walk begins from the Karte Campground, which is suitable for tents, caravans, camper vans and camper trailers and has toilets, picnic tables and fire pits. This loop consists of narrow walking trails, with uneven natural surfaces and short steep hills, suitable for average 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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Birdwatching

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Starting from a carpark just off Cape Tourville Road, Freycinet National Park, this walk leads to Sleepy Bay and back via the Sleepy Bay Track. From the carpark, gently graded steps lead to the rocky shoreline of Sleepy Bay which, despite its name, often experiences wild and rough seas. From the Sleepy Bay Lookout you can enjoy views over the beautiful rocky bay with its turquoise waters and orange lichen-encrusted rocks. You can extend this short walk by following the track down to Little Gravelly Beach, a delightful cove with crystal clear water and large reddish boulders. While the track is easy to follow, it is quite steep, rough underfoot in places and passes close to some high cliff tops. This is a short, mildly strenuous walk, not recommended for people with limited mobility as there are some steep steps down to the beach. 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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Sleepy Bay

1.1 km return

30 min to 40 min

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Starting from the Thomas Carter Lookout car park off Charles Knife Road, Cape Range National Park, this walk takes you on a circuit past the Shothole Lookout via the Badjirrijirra Trail. The Thomas Carter Lookout is the start and end of the Badjirrijirra Trail, a moderately difficult loop that traverses the top of Cape Range. Starting high in the range, the trail winds through a largely barren landscape of rocky gullies, small gorges and open spinifex bushland, leading to spectacular views down into the epic Shothole Canyon. There is a clear trailhead at the start of the walk, with waypoint poles and signs at trail junctions. The walk is mostly along a gently undulating terrain, with some steep ascents and descents. The trail has some rough, uneven surfaces and there is no shade along the way, requiring a moderate to high level of fitness. The conditions of Cape Range are harsh, with temperatures often soaring over 40°C in summer. Hiking isn't advised between December and March due to extreme heat and limited resources within the park, so either avoid hiking at those times of the year or start out very early in the day. Hikers are advised to take caution when exploring, wear suitable footwear and clothing, carry plenty of water and notify a friend or park ranger before leaving. 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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Badjirrijirra Walk Trail

6.6 km circuit

2 h to 3 h

Badjirrijirra Walk Trail

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Starting from the parking area at the end of Mersey Hill Road, Mole Creek, this walk leads to the Alum Cliffs lookout via the Alum Cliffs Track. This short and easy return walk gets you there with relative ease, having only one gentle climb at the beginning of the trail. The track is well defined and passes through dry forest and open bushland, stopping by a commissioned timber sculpture along the way. You can also combine this walk with a visit to the Mole Creek Caves. 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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Alum Cliffs

1.6 km return

30 min to 45 min

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