Latest Walks

Easy
5.5 km return
2 hrs

Maleny Trail (Peace in the Trees Circuit)

A leisurely walk along Obi Obi Creek from the boardwalk in town to the Golf Club and back, that passes the sculptured 'Peace in the Trees', '5th Light Horse Regiment Beersheba Museum', 'Platypus Viewing Area', 'Southern Wetlands' and historical buildings of the once 'Fairview Dairy Farm'.

Medium
3.3 km one-way
90 mins

Baxter Falls - Northern Approach

This walk leads through open eucalypt forest, dropping almost 300m down to the suspension bridge across Baxter Creek and the Falls to your left. The water falls into a 'bowl', before cascading into the bottom of the creek. Access to the 'bowl' is thought to be by bush bash to the left, but was not tracked.

Hard
45 km return
2 days

Yarigatake 槍ヶ岳 (Gifu/Nagano Prefectures)

Yarigatake is one of the 100 famous mountains in Japan. It is located in the Northern Alps and is one of the most instantly recognisable peaks in Japan. It is the 5th tallest mountain in Japan, and is just awesome. A two day with a thrilling scramble. Being 3000m above sea level, things just hit different.

Easy
1.4 km return
30 mins

Dr Roberts Waterhole

Take the gently sloping track to gaze at reflections in the still waters of Bald Rock Creek. Ground orchids, banksias, conesticks, geebungs and crinkle bushes are prominent in spring, as are the many colourful bird species living among them.

Hard
2.4 km return
90 mins

Tataki Falls ター滝 (Okinawa Prefecture)

Tataki falls is a stunning waterfall located in the southern section of Yanbaru National Park, home to rare and endangered animals endemic to Okinawa.
Walk through the ancient rainforest and soak in the sights. Tataki falls is one impressive waterfall.

Easy
3.3 km return
2 hrs

Daisekirinzan Yanbaru National Park 大石林山 やんばる国立公園  (Okinawa Prefecture)

Located in the Yanbaru National Park World Heritage Site, Daisekirinzan has some of the most breathtaking scenery in Okinawa. It has jagged volcanic rocks jutting out of the ground, forming interesting natural shapes. Daisekirinzan is also home to many rare and endangered animals endemic to Okinawa such as the Okinawan Rail and the Okinawan rat. Daisekirinzan is worth the trip, it feels like stepping back in time to the age of the dinosaurs.

The Ryukyu Royal Family also used to come here to pray. It is a very special place, both naturally, historically and religiously.

Medium
7 km return
2.5 hrs

The Sphinx and Turtle Rock

The Sphinx is a granite pinnacle bearing a large balancing tor, while Turtle Rock is a large granite monolith resembling a turtle's back.

Hard
4.4 km return
90 mins

Castle Rock

Panoramic views from Castle Rock are breathtaking including The Pyramids and Mt Norman.

Officially rated Grade 4/Hard, this walk requires a moderate fitness level, some scrambling skills and confidence with heights.

Easy
1.6 km return
45 mins

Sawn Rocks

The wall of 40m high 'organ-piping' looks like something out of a cathedral. Sawn Rocks is a towering wall of pentagonal basalt pipes. An iconic reminder of Kaputar’s volcanic past, this rock formation is located in the northern section of Mt Kaputar National Park. This phenomenon is the result of slow and even cooling of molten rock, enabling individual crystals within the rock to align perfectly with each other.

Medium
3.8 km return
105 mins

Fans Horizon

Perched atop the cliffs of Balgatan Mountain, Fans Horizon lookout is well worth the short but challenging hike. It’s perfect for bushwalkers who are pressed for time but keen to see the Warrumbungles' famous volcanic rock formations.
Take the time to catch your breath as you enjoy some of the park’s most rewarding sights. You’ll have magnificent views of the iconic Breadknife, Belougery Spire and Crater Bluff.

Easy
1.8 km return
1 hr

Eckford Lookout

This easy walk takes you through forest and herb fields to the lookout, where you can see the southern section of the park and the plains beyond.

Hard
5 km return
3 hrs

Mt Blaine Summit Trail

A challenging track to the summit of Mt Blaine. The trail consists of steep inclines and rock scrambling. The summit provides 360 degree view over Brisbane, Ipswich and the scenic rim and a great view of Flinders Peak. The track goes up the northern side, over the summit and back down the southern side. High level of fitness, off track experience, scrambling experience and solid boots are all recommended. Do not attempt this climb if you have knee problems, nervous conditions or vertigo.

Hard
2.8 km return
3 hrs

Mt Eerwah

This is a seldom but fun mountain to climb and in places only has a faint trail to the top. Views from there are in a westerly direction and whilst spectacular, the views to the east across the coastal plain, would have been even better, but for the scrub and trees.

It's a steep and loose track, definitely not suited for those with balance issues, smaller children, etc. A section near the top has eroded/wasted away, leaving a significant drop off - be careful!
The track is very clear. At one point the description on this site indicates to turn right upon reaching a ridge. I think that’s a typo as the track continues up to the left.

Easy
50 km return
2.5 hrs

Northern Rivers Rail Trail - Tweed Section

A 50km return walk or cycle along the old rail line between Murwillumbah and Crabbes Creek.

Medium
6.8 km return
2 hrs

Rowlands Creek

A nice easy walk down to Rowlands Creek via Middle Ridge and Clay Pots Fire Trails.

Medium
22 km
7 hrs

Mt Merino Lookout

The 1160m summit of Mt Merino is halfway between Binna Burra and Green Mountains and can be visited on a day walk.

Easy
3.7 km return
90 mins

Bundabulla Circuit

Bundabulla Circuit walking track connects Lindsay Rock Tops walk and Eckford Lookout walk, with lookouts around the plateau providing amazing views of the surrounding plains.

Hard
4 km return
4 hrs

Yulludunida Walking Track

Yulludunida walking track is an exhilarating 4km, 4 hour return hike. This hard walk from Green Camp car park takes you up the side of the steep bluff, a heart-pumping 340-metre rise in altitude. Adventurous and experienced bushwalkers will be rewarded with uninterrupted 360° views across Mount Kaputar National Park and North West NSW.

Yulludunida walking track includes a breathtaking bird’s eye view of the mountain’s crater, one of the most impressive examples of a ring dyke (Mountain Spa) in Australia. You'll notice the woodland trees become sparser as the contorted shapes of the crater appear.

Medium
4.2 km return
2 hrs

Bushrangers Cave

An off-track walk from the border gate to Bushrangers Caves, which used to be an aboriginal camp. The adventurous can head on up Mt Wagawn to join up with the main Lamington track system.

Easy
2.3 km return
1 hr

Sandstone Caves

Situated around a large sandstone outcrop, the Sandstone Caves are a series of cathedral type caves and overhangs displaying an array of interesting colours and shapes. They have been formed over tens of thousands of years through the weathering of the fragile sandstone.
The Sandstone Caves are an Aboriginal site for the local Gamilaraay people. Grinding grooves, rock art and other Aboriginal sites provide a strong link with their traditional times.