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  • 7 of the best Australian hikes

    Staff Writer - 3 min read

    15 December 2017


    Walking in nature is great for our bodies and minds, so here’s some inspiration to get going.

    7 of the best Australian hikes

    Is there any better way to get your limbs moving and endorphins flowing than by hiking through nature? We don’t think so, and science is on our side.

    As well as being a low-impact cardiovascular workout, past studies have shown that hiking in the great outdoors can boost creativity, help those struggling with mental health issues, and reduce negative thought patterns.

    If you’re inspired to strap on your hiking boots, here are seven of the best Australian nature walks to tick off your list. Just don’t forget a hat, sunscreen, drinking water and sturdy shoes.

    Minyon Falls Walking Track, NSW

    Distance: 13km loop

    Time: 3–4 hours

    You’ll find this hike in northern NSW’s Nightcap National Park. The Minyon Falls Walking Track takes you through rainforest and past creeks to the base of the beautiful Minyon Falls, then back up to the top again.

    Jim Jim Plunge Pool Walk, NT

    Distance: 2km return

    Time: 1–2 hours

    This is another hike to the base of a waterfall – well, depending on when you go. In Kakadu National Park, Jim Jim Falls stops flowing into the refreshing plunge pool at its base during the dry season, from July ‘til October, which is also the best time to visit. Prepare to climb over some boulders on the Jim Jim Plunge Pool Walk, and note that access to the carpark is via 4WD only.

    Bushrangers Bay Walking Track, VIC

    Distance: 10km return

    Time: 3–4 hours

    On the beautiful Mornington Peninsula, about an hour-and-a-half drive from Melbourne, the Bushranger’s Bay Walking Track is a coastal clifftop hike that takes you from the Cape Shanck lighthouse to a picturesque beach with plenty of rock pools for exploring.

    Bibbulmun Track, WA

    Distance: Varies

    Time: Varies

    The epic Bibbulmun Track is one of the world’s great long distance walking trails, stretching over 1000kms from Perth to Albany in the South West of WA. If that sounds a little far, don’t fear: there are plenty of shorter sections you can explore, including a number of day hikes.

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    Wineglass Bay Lookout Walk, TAS

    Distance: 3km return

    Time: 1–1.5 hours

    The perfectly curved beach of Wineglass Bay is among Australia’s most spectacular spots for a stroll. Its extraordinarily clear waters and white stretches of sand make for great photo ops. Walk up the steep but stable walking track within the Freycinet National Park and explore the granite rock formations and views of the bay from above.

    Belair National Park Waterfall Hike, SA

    Distance: 6.5km return

    Time: 3 hours

    Take in some of South Australia’s most impressive natural landscapes as you explore the Belair National Park Waterfall Hike. It’s steep in parts, but worth persisting through Echo Tunnel to the rocks that make up the upper and lower falls, which are at their best after heavy rainfall. Dogs are welcome to join the journey, too.

    Karloo Track Royal National Park, NSW

    Distance: 10km return

    Time: 3–5 hours

    It’s easy to reach the Karloo Track with a short car or train ride from Sydney. The walk, which winds through the Uloola Falls in the Royal National Park, is a moderate challenge, but it can be broken up with a dip in the Karloo Pool and a picnic along the way. If an afternoon doesn’t feel like long enough, book a spot at Uloola Falls campground and sleep under the stars.


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    The information in this article is general information only and is not intended as financial, medical, health, nutritional, tax or other advice. It does not take into account any individual’s personal situation or needs. You should consider obtaining professional advice from a financial adviser and/or tax specialist, or medical or health practitioner, in relation to your own circumstances and before acting on this information.


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