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This walk is named after the heritage magazine buildings at about the halfway point. There is not a great view of the buildings but the walk provides great views of Bantry bay, and visits the secluded flat rock beach. Most of the walk is on bush track and there are plenty of rocky points along the way to sit and soak up the views. Let us begin by acknowledging the 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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Magazine Track

3.5 km oneway

1 h 30 min to 2 h 30 min

1 h 30 min to 2 h 30 min

Swim

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Starting from the car park at the end of Forester Kangaroo Drive, Mount William, this singular return journey takes you to the top of Wukalina (Mt William) via a singular track. Despite its modest height of 216 meters, this natural wonder offers a breathtaking panorama of the surrounding landscape, including the George Rocks Nature Reserve and the majestic Cape Naturaliste. To the northeast, you'll see the coastline, to the north are the Bass Strait islands, and the mountain to your west is Mount Cameron. But that's not all; this serene wilderness is also home to the graceful forester kangaroos. While the track to the summit remains relatively level, a brief steep section awaits near the peak. Remember to carry an ample water supply, as the track offers no water, which is particularly important during scorching summer temperatures. Let us begin by acknowledging the Pyemmairrener 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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Mount William

3.5 km return

1 h to 1 h 45 min

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Yellow to Red Arrow Circuit

Yellow to Red Arrow Circuit

3.5 km circuit

1 h 30 min to 2 h

Starting from the car park off Aeroglen Drive, Aeroglen, this walk takes you on a mixed circuit of designated walking tracks in Mount Whitfield Conservation Park. Starting from the Yellow Arrow track, you’ll travel a short distance along the Blue Arrow Circuit track to reach the Red Arrow Circuit. Expect to be surprised by the gorgeous coastal views along with a great opportunity to watch aircraft land and takeoff from the Cairns Airport nearby. With clearly formed tracks that are well signposted, this set of tracks are quite popular amongst trail runners. Keep an eye out for echidnas and red-legged pademelons throughout the track. The yellow arrow section of the track can be quite windy, so remember to bring layers. The tracks are quite popular, so scheduling it on an early weekday morning can help avoid the crowd. 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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Starting from the Gate 3 car park on Perseverance Road, Tea Tree Gully, this walk takes you on a circuit around Anstey Hill Recreation Park via the Pink Gum Loop. The Pink Gum Loop is a moderately challenging circuit amongst rare pink gum trees and other threatened plant species in the western end of Anstey Hill Recreation Park. The hike starts along the Boundary Walk, then follows the Ridgetop Walk to the top of Anstey Hill, offering good views over the North Eastern suburbs towards Adelaide. From there, the hike descends along the Wildflower Walk back to the car park, with an optional side trail past the Wildflower Lookout. This circuit consists of wide, flat and well-signposted fire tracks, with some steep sections that can be slippery in places due to loose gravel, and is suitable for walking, running and mountain biking. Dogs are allowed, but must be kept on a leash. 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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Pink Gum Loop

3.5 km circuit

45 min to 1 h 15 min

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Yarralumla Dog Park to Warrina Inlet

Yarralumla Dog Park to Warrina Inlet

3.5 km return

1 h to 1 h 30 min

Yarralumla to Warrina Inlet is a relaxing return walk starting from Weston Park Road, Yarralumla. This walk is pet friendly, so you can bring your furry friend along for the adventure. The path is flat and smooth, with a natural landscape that is stunning in autumn. Near the start, you can explore the historical Westbourne Woods and the dog swimming beach at Orana Bay (off Brown Street). Another highlight of the journey is the Yarralumla Dog Park, a fenced-off dog park that provides lovely views of the golf course as your dog enjoys the off-leash running and gunning. Also, you can spot some kangaroos if you're lucky. There are benches in the park as well. There are also multiple dog-friendly cafes minutes away, so you can enjoy a bite to eat before or after your walk. 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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Coral Beach Track to The Beak Lookout

Coral Beach Track to The Beak Lookout

3.5 km return

1 h 15 min to 1 h 45 min

3.5 km

Return

Walk

Starting from the car park off Whitsunday Drive, Shute Harbour, this return walk takes you to the Coral Beach via the same-titled walking track, then proceeds to visit The Beak Lookout after a walk along the beach. Enjoy this pleasant stroll through the hoop pines as you make your way towards the secluded Coral Beach. Here, you’ll be able to cool off in the crystal clear waters of the pacific. Bring diving goggles to view the gorgeous corals underwater and collect some seashells. The Beak Lookout provides you great views of the Whitsunday Islands and beyond. You’ll be under the canopy throughout the track, excluding the beach part. Keep an eye out for snakes. 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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Swim

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Old Tip Track Circuit

3.5 km circuit

1 h 15 min to 1 h 45 min

Old Tip Track Circuit

3.5 km

Circuit

Walk

Starting from the end of Phillip Avenue(car access), Hackett, this circuit walk explores the woodlands of Mount Ainslie Nature Reserve, leading via the Hancock Road at first. As there are animals of all kinds in the reserve, this walk can be a great choice for spotting wildlife. Keep an eye out for wattlebirds, lizards, magpies. You can also spot possums if you get the timing right. Expect great views of Canberra as you make your way through the forest, especially over Woden Valley. Some inclines can be demanding and there are small rocks and loose gravel on parts of the track, so be cautious and take it slow to avoid injuries. Also be mindful that there are unexploded ordnance on the eastern side of the Nature Reserve, so stay on track to be safe. 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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A return walk in Mount Canobolas State Conservation Area, starting from Federal Falls campground and parking area to Federal Falls. The last few hundred meters to the falls are really steep. Let us begin by acknowledging the Wiradjuri 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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Federal Falls Walk

3.5 km return

1 h 30 min to 2 h

Waterfall

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Escarpment Trail

3.5 km return

1 h 15 min to 1 h 45 min

Starting from Temple Gorge Campground, Kennedy Ranges National Park, this walk takes you to the Escarpment Lookout and back. You can enjoy the open views from the escarpment and see how minute the car park and the campground actually are. The path follows a rocky creek bed in the first half, and interesting geological formations are around to observe, along with sandalwood (Santalum spicatum). The second half is steeper and requires cliff edges and loose rocks to navigate in between. You might want to take your hiking shoes and plenty of water with you. Keep in mind the walk can take a long time, and start the journey a little earlier as it can get extremely hard to navigate on the way back. 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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Bendora Arboretum Track

3.5 km return

1 h 15 min to 1 h 45 min

Bendora Arboretum Track

3.5 km

Return

Walk

Starting from Mount Franklin Road, Brindabella, this walk takes you to the Bendora Arboretum and back via Chalet Road(a management road), visiting the historic Bendora Hut as well. Notice the change of smell as you walk through different tree sections in the arboretum as you enjoy the natural views and ambiance. 52 different tree species were planted in groups of 81 when the arboretum was first established in 1940. You can get into the details whilst exploring the arboretum as there are plenty of informative signposts at each section. Don’t miss out on the views over the valley while you’re focused on reading the said signposts. The historic Brenda Hut is there to welcome you to the arboretum, with some benches and a fireplace inside. Some people say that it was built in the early 1940s to serve as a shelter for the Forestry and Timber Bureau workers at the time. Others claim it was built in 1930 by Ted Kennedy for laborers building the road. The arboretum provides an entirely different experience in each season, from deciduous trees shedding their leaves to a silent white blanket over the land. Try to photograph each season to make them into a collage that you can proudly represent on your wall. Keep in mind there is no signal reception in the area, so make sure you inform others prior to the journey. 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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Mtb

Run

40 min to 1 h

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Garie Beach to North Era Beach

Garie Beach to North Era Beach

3.5 km return

1 h 30 min to 2 h

This walk is the shortest walk to North Era Beach and starts from the Garie car park. Both beaches are popular surfing beaches, and have either camping or basic hostel accommodation. This makes the walk between the beaches an excellent way to transport boards and supplies for your surf retreat, weekend getaway or just a nice stroll during the day. Let us begin by acknowledging the Dharawal 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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Mount Magnificent Summit Loop

Mount Magnificent Summit Loop

3.5 km circuit

1 h to 1 h 45 min

Starting from Blackfellows Creek Road, Yundi, this walk takes you on a circuit past the summit of Mount Magnificent via the Heysen Trail and Mount Magnificent Road. Entering Mount Magnificent Conservation Park along the Heysen Trail, this hike follows a well-worn grassy trail through the forest up to the summit of Mount Magnificent. Keep a lookout for western grey kangaroos along the way. The summit provides spectacular views over the lush green countryside and surrounding farmland, as far as Lake Alexandrina. It's a short climb to the 380 metre summit, requiring a moderate level of fitness, particularly on the last section that is very steep and involves some scrambling over loose rocks. The trail is well marked, but the section along Mount Magnificent Road has no formal trail. 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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Starting from the Gate 8 car park on The Grove Way, Salisbury East, this walk takes you on a circuit around Cobbler Creek Recreation Park via the Ruins Loop. Cobbler Creek Recreation Park is a popular destination for walkers and mountain bikers, with an excellent network of purpose-built trails, and contains the largest remaining stand of mallee box grassy woodland in the Adelaide Plains, providing important habitat for endangered bird species. The Ruins Loop explores the park's ruins, initially passing some historic farming equipment next to a cairn marking the original location of William Pedler's house, 'Trevalsa', before climbing to the top of the hill past the Teakle Farmhouse Ruins, offering great views of the Adelaide Hills and surrounding plains. This loop consists of shared-use fire tracks and walking trails, suitable for walking, running and mountain biking, with some moderate hills. Dogs are allowed, but must be kept on a leash. 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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Cobbler Creek Ruins Loop

3.5 km circuit

45 min to 1 h

Cobbler Creek Ruins Loop

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Starting from the car park on Lights Road, Ocean Beach, this walk takes you to the summit of Mount Hallowell and back via the Sheila Hill Memorial Track. An oasis of stunning Karri Forest, wildflowers and fungi, Mount Hallowell is a hidden gem in the South West that nature lovers will adore. Running concurrently with a stretch of the Bibbulmun Track, the Sheila Hill Memorial Track takes walkers past Monkey Rock on the way to the summit of Mount Hallowell. The route is a good mix of forest walking, climbing between granite boulders and sections that open up to expansive views of the coast and Wilson Inlet. Beginning as a relatively easy walk through bush and granite, the track rises quickly and steeply, leading to many enormous granite formations. You will be skirting Monkey Rock as you follow the track, without any signs that tell you there is actually a spur. The climb up the rock is quite worth it as the views that welcome you are stunning. Keep in mind that the terrain becomes more challenging as you go up. Near the highest point of the track, a short spur leads to the summit of Mount Hallowell. More stunning views await you there looking back towards Peaceful Bay and then it's all downhill back to the carpark. The trail is well signposted, with the Bibbulmun Track Waugal and plain yellow arrows providing clear navigational information. Although the trail is relatively clear and straightforward, the rocky terrain is highly uneven and potentially slippery. 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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Mount Hallowell

3.5 km return

1 h 30 min to 2 h 30 min

1 h 30 min to 2 h 30 min

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