Short steep walk, great as a regular exercise walk
Crystal cascades is popular freshwater swimming hole surrounded by a tropical rainforest, it has a series of small waterfalls that flow into large pools, This short easy walk takes you to popular swimming holes and with a waterfall at the last swimming hole
A beautiful lookout over the Barron Gorge national park down to the Cairns' bay.
This historic track links Wright's Lookout to the Douglas Track, taking you from Kuranda down the Barron River Gorge. It provides views of the gorge from the southern side, seldom seen by the visitor unless they take the train down.
Earl Hill is a 2.9 kilometre moderately trafficked out and back trail located at Trinity Beach north of Cairns, Queensland, Australia that features a great forest setting and is good for all skill levels. The trail is primarily used for hiking, walking, and nature trips and is accessible year-round.
A steep walk up to the top of Saddle Mountain where you will get great coastal views from the radar station that sits at its summit.
A lovely little board walk with many information signs to a spectacular waterfall (especially in the wet season).
This a a fantastic and varied hike to the summit of Lamb's Head. Walk would range between 4-6hrs depending on fitness levels and stoppages. I recommend taking a few litres of water and some snacks. It is best during the dry winter season. The views at the top are absolutely amazing and there are several viewing points if you follow the 'sometimes hard' to see small pink ribbons. One view faces north/north-east over Cairns and the other is west/north-west. It truely is the one of the best hikes in the region. Afterwards you can find many beautiful rock pools at Davies Creek to swim in.
Close to Cairns and Mareeba, Davies Creek National Park is a favourite spot for locals. It offers a spacious picnic area and camping facilities, spread out amidst the rocky platforms and shady trees by the creek. Visitors can negotiate the rocks and swim in the pools in this area at their leisure. Davies Creek Falls is a magnificent waterfall which cascades over huge granite boulders
Venture through rainforest and coastal woodlands, along the bitumen track with uneven rock steps and boulders in some sections, to reach this picturesque, iconic beach. Swim and snorkle at Nudey Beach or just settle in the shade with your picnic lunch.