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1X3A8403 LR The spectacular Carnarvon Gorge bushwalk to Big Bend
Australia Central Queensland Queensland

The spectacular Carnarvon Gorge bushwalk to Big Bend

A spectacular bushwalk through the Carnarvon Gorge in Central Queensland, the Main Track passes narrow slot canyons, two incredible Aboriginal art sites and a lookout over the gorge. The Main Track can be done as a long day-walk, an overnight walk or split over a couple of days.

By oliverd :-), 1 weekNovember 25, 2023 ago
The Tombs Aboriginal rock art site
Australia Central Queensland Queensland

Maranoa River circuit track – the best Mount Moffat walk

The only “must do” bushwalk in the Mount Moffat section of Carnarvon National Park, the Maranoa River circuit track passes by The Chimneys and the Looking Glass, and a spectacular Aboriginal rock art site (The Tombs).

By oliverd :-), 2 monthsOctober 20, 2023 ago
028A8060 LR Waterfalls and gorge views on the Gudda Gumoo hike
Australia Central Queensland Queensland

Waterfalls and gorge views on the Gudda Gumoo hike

The popular Gudda Gumoo is the best bushwalk in the Blackdown Tableland National Park, featuring views into the gorge, waterfalls and a spectacular set of rockpools.

By oliverd :-), 8 monthsApril 15, 2023 ago
028A8027 LR Goon Goon Dina - the cultural circuit in Blackdown Tableland NP
Australia Central Queensland Queensland

Goon Goon Dina – the cultural circuit in Blackdown Tableland NP

Goon Goon Dina is an easy and pleasant circuit in Blackdown Tableland National Park, which passes the Ghungalu rock art site. The bushwalk has signage explaining the park’s history and how the Aboriginal people use plants for food and shelter.

By oliverd :-), 9 monthsMarch 18, 2023 ago
Bluff Point circuit
Australia Central Queensland Queensland

The scenic Bluff Point circuit walk on the Capricorn Coast

A short but incredibly scenic bushwalk on the Capricorn Coast, near Yeppoon. The Bluff Point circuit has three formal lookouts which all offer sweeping coast views.

By oliverd :-), 9 monthsMarch 4, 2023 ago
028A7985 LR A cauldron of bats at the Mount Etna Caves Bat Cleft
Australia Central Queensland Queensland

A cauldron of bats at the Mount Etna Caves Bat Cleft

The short Mount Etna Caves Walk finishes at the Bat Cleft, where over 100,000 little bent-winged bats stream out in search of food at sunset. It must be done as a ranger-guided tour from December to mid-February.

By oliverd :-), 10 monthsJanuary 29, 2023 ago
Rosslyn Bay Lookout on Double Head
Australia Central Queensland Queensland

Coastal views from Pebble Beach Peak and the Double Head Viewpoints

Two separate, paved bushwalking trails (which start at same place) take you to the rocky Pebble Beach and two viewpoints on Double Head. An informal track goes to the summit of the wee Pebble Beach Peak for more great views,

By oliverd :-), 11 monthsJanuary 19, 2023 ago
View from Mount Wyndham on Great Keppel Island
Australia Central Queensland Queensland

The Mount Wyndham Loop offers views and Great Keppel history

A loop bushwalk which passes The Lookout and traverses Mount Wyndham, before returning via the Leeke Homestead. Some of the best Great Keppel Island views and a glimpse into the island’s brutal history.

By oliverd :-), 11 monthsJanuary 15, 2023 ago
028A7597 LR A very "squeezy" hike through the Capricorn Caves
Central Queensland Queensland

A very “squeezy” hike through the Capricorn Caves

A challenging “hike” through a limestone cave system. The Capricorn Caves Adventurer tour takes you through tight passages, large caverns and to the top of a large rock outcrop for some sweeping views.

By oliverd :-), 11 monthsJanuary 11, 2023 ago
AWAT2541 LR A long-ish loop through Mt Coot-tha Reserve in Brisbane
Australia Queensland South East - Brisbane and Gold Coast

A long-ish loop through Mt Coot-tha Reserve in Brisbane

This 8km loop through the Mt Coot-tha Reserve combines fire trails and bushwalking trails. It passes West Ithaca Creek and East Ithaca Creek, and both of the waterfalls in the reserve.

By oliverd :-), 2 yearsJune 1, 2022 ago

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An overview of Aboriginal rock art around Sydney, including engravings (rock art) and cave paintings, and other heritage sites.
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