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IMG 3587 LR Giant fig trees and cascades on the Mossman Gorge Rainforest Circuit
Australia Far North Queensland (FNQ) Queensland

Giant fig trees and cascades on the Mossman Gorge Rainforest Circuit

A popular Daintree bushwalk, the Mossman Gorge Rainforest Circuit passes a swimming hole on the Mossman River, many giant fig trees and cascades along Rex Creek.

By oliverd :-), 11 monthsMay 2, 2022 ago
AWAT9929 LR Stunning views from a (partly) secret North Head Loop in Manly
Australia Northern Beaches NSW Sydney - North

Stunning views from a (partly) secret North Head Loop in Manly

This North Head Loop is an interesting bushwalking circuit around North Head in Manly, which uses some “secret tracks” as well as official trails. The loop passes some stunning viewpoints and World War II historical ruins.

By oliverd :-), 11 monthsApril 23, 2022 ago
AWAT8898 LR Waterfalls and a rugged beach on the Yuelarbah walking track
Australia Hunter NSW

Waterfalls and a rugged beach on the Yuelarbah walking track

The Yuelarbah walking track forms the main part of a bushwalking loop through the Glenrock State Conservation Area. It passes two waterfalls before reaching Burwood Beach and Glenrock Lagoon.

By oliverd :-), 12 monthsApril 9, 2022 ago
Nandroya Falls
Australia Far North Queensland (FNQ) Queensland

Nandroya Falls Loop – leeches, rainforest and waterfalls

The Nandroya Falls Loop bushwalk in the Wooroonooran National Park passes some small cascades, with the destination being a spectacular plunge waterfall and large swimming hole.

By oliverd :-), 1 yearMarch 20, 2022 ago
IMG 0613 Climbing Walshs Pyramid for one of the best views around Cairns
Australia Far North Queensland (FNQ) Queensland

Climbing Walshs Pyramid for one of the best views around Cairns

The very distinctive Walshs Pyramid is about 30min south of Cairns. The steep climb up the summit rewards with sweeping views over the Atherton Tablelands and surrounding peaks.

By oliverd :-), 1 yearMarch 16, 2022 ago
AWAT8389 LR Cascades and swimming holes along the Davies Creek Falls circuit track
Australia Far North Queensland (FNQ) Queensland

Cascades and swimming holes along the Davies Creek Falls circuit track

A short loop walk in the Dinden National Park (an hour from Cairns), the Davies Creek Falls circuit track combines great views, a waterfall and many idyllic swimming holes.

By oliverd :-), 1 yearMarch 13, 2022 ago
AWAT9697 LR Waterfalls and rainforest along the Clover Hill Trail in Macquarie Pass NP
Australia Illawarra NSW

Waterfalls and rainforest along the Clover Hill Trail in Macquarie Pass NP

The Clover Hill Trail combines an easy walk along an old forestry road, followed by a challenging scramble through rainforest. It passes four waterfalls and some nice swimming holes.

By oliverd :-), 1 yearMarch 1, 2022 ago
AWAT9066 LR Mobong Walking Track - a secluded rainforest walk
Australia Mid North Coast NSW

Mobong Walking Track – a secluded rainforest walk

The Mobong Walking Track in Cascade National Park (inland from Coffs Harbour) traverses dense rainforest and passes a nice waterfall, before emerging at a swimming hole on Mobong Creek.

By oliverd :-), 1 yearFebruary 5, 2022 ago
AWAT8173 LR A Secret West Head track to Refuge Bay waterfall and beach
Australia Northern Beaches NSW Sydney - North

A Secret West Head track to Refuge Bay waterfall and beach

An informal walking pad provides access to Refuge Bay at West Head. This spectacular spot has a waterfall which plunges onto the beach, a clifftop swimming hole, great views and fascinating WWII history.

By oliverd :-), 1 yearDecember 27, 2021 ago
AWAT7673 LR Emily Miller, Dark and Myrtle Beaches Loop - a stunning coastal bushwalk
Australia NSW South Coast

Emily Miller, Dark and Myrtle Beaches Loop – a stunning coastal bushwalk

The Emily Miller, Dark and Myrtle Beaches Loop is one of the best coastal bushwalks in Murramarang National Park (on the NSW south coast). It takes you to three beautiful and secluded beaches, and provides sweeping views from multiple headlands.

By oliverd :-), 1 yearDecember 18, 2021 ago

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