Located in the astounding Blue Mountains, Katoomba is home to some of Australia’s must-do hiking trails, lookouts and rock climbing adventures. From the jaw-dropping sandstone tablelands to the valleys, rainforest, canyons, wildlife and more. Not outdoorsy? Don’t worry! Katoomba is a humble arts town known for hosting various art exhibits/galleries and cultural festivals such as the Wines Of The West …
Hiking To Crystal Cascades & Fairy Falls (QLD, Australia)
Located in the Barron Gorge National Park just outside of Cairns, there are a few waterfalls worth hiking to. Notably, they are the Crystal Cascades waterfalls and the more secluded Fairy Falls. Crystal Cascades is a waterfall of Freshwater Creek. Fairy Falls is another waterfall in the nearby Dowah Creek. Both are certainly worth the short hikes required to reach them. …
Hikers Guide To Windin Falls: Atherton Tablelands, Australia
Windin Falls offers a spectacular view of the Atherton Tablelands and Mulgrave Valley from the impressively tall waterfall and natural picturesque infinity pool. The hiking trail is roughly 4.5 km (one-way) through the rainforest of the Wooroonooran National Park, with a small loop near the ascent to the falls. Difficulty: Moderate Length: 9.0 km total Suggested Duration: 3-5 hours Signage: Some signage Facilities: …
Hikers Guide To The Arrows (Cairns, Australia)
The Arrows are a series of 4 interconnecting hiking trails through the Mount Whitfield Conservation Park in the tropical town of Cairns, Australia. The park extends 300 hectares through the lush mountainous rainforest of the Australian tropics. Difficulty: Moderate to Difficult Length: 1.5 (shortest loop) to 12 km total Suggested Duration: 0.5-7 hours Signage: Trail markers and maps located throughout Facilities: Parking, washrooms, …
Self-Guided Hiking Through The Mossman Gorge, QLD, Australia
The walking trails through the Mossman Gorge are among the many that take hikers through the wondrous Daintree Rainforest in north-eastern Australia. The Mossman Gorge trails are located just west of the town of Mossman and lead hikers along the Mossman River within the Gorge under the canopy of the oldest rainforest in existence. These trails are accessible through the …
Exploring The Cape Byron Walking Track. NSW, Australia
Byron Bay is one of the many beautiful small towns on the east coast of Australia. The Cape Byron Walking Track is a superb front-country walk accessible from the town that takes its visitors along the coast, by the Cape Byron Lighthouse, and to the most eastern tip of the Australian mainland. This walk takes place in the Cape Byron …
Hikers Guide To The Centennial Glen Reserve. NSW, Australia
The Centennial Glen Reserve circuit is one of many beautiful but challenging hikes in the Blue Mountains of New South Wales, Australia. This particular track is just west of the small town of Blackheath and actually includes a few of the town’s streets in the circuit. This lesser-known track offers a relatively quick and inspiring 7-kilometre hike (if you decide …
Walking The Scenic Walkway: Jamison Valley, Australia
The Blue Mountains of Australia are home to numerous walking trails, mountain hikes, and climbing cliffs. One popular walk for tourists and locals is the Scenic Walkway found in the Jamison Valley below the town of Katoomba. The Scenic Walkway is a lovely elevated boardwalk within the temperate rainforest of the Blue Mountains. The elevated boardwalk has a total length …
Bondi To Coogee: Full Guide To The Coastal Walk, Australia
Bondi Beach is one of the world’s most famous beaches, so it’s no wonder why the Bondi to Coogee Coastal Walk is a big attraction. It is a 6-kilometre one-way (12 km round-trip) fully-groomed trail that connects Bondi Beach to Coogee Beach. This beautiful coastal trail is located on the eastern shoreline of Australia in its largest city, Sydney. The …
