hiking area in Australia

Kayaking and white-water rafting enthusiasts will love the spectacular scenery along the Nymboida River in Nymboi-Binderay National Park. Camp out on a weekend trip.

Working with the community, the Office of Environment and Heritage cares for and protects NSW’s environment and heritage, which includes the natural environment, Aboriginal country, culture and h…

Camp, hike and picnic in part of Gondwana Rainforests of Australia's World Heritage area, close to Barrington Tops National Park.

A lovely way to finish a barbecue, the Girrakool loop track is a short and easy walk through bushland, featuring an Aboriginal rock engraving site and scenic waterfalls.

At Boorganna Nature Reserve, near Comboyne Village, you can go bushwalking through rainforest, birdwatch, picnic, see scenic views and waterfalls all while learning more about local Aboriginal hi…

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Barren Grounds picnic area is a secluded spot away from the crowds and the gateway to discovering the wonders of Barren Grounds Nature Reserve.

This South Australian National Park is an oasis of calm in the suburbs, conserving one of Adelaide's rare woodland habitats whilst providing a popular mountain bike destination.

For almost 100 years the gorges and woodlands of Black Hill have provided a recreational escape just 10km from the city of Adelaide.

The steep country around the spectacular Warren Gorge draws bushwalkers, naturalists, birdwatchers and photographers for its views and its rich diversity of plants and animals.

Near Lithgow, 185km north of Sydney, Turon National Park is great for remote bushwalking and camping, trout fishing, birdwatching, swimming, mountain biking or canoeing.

Monga National Park has something for all, with 4WD touring routes, walking and horse riding tracks to enjoy, peaceful places to picnic, and ancient forests to discover.

Minyon Falls lookout offers stunning views of the waterfall, rainforest and coast, with opportunities for picnics and barbecues. The lookout is wheelchair accessible.

Learn more about this popular reserve and view the Black Hill Reserve Master Plan

Official information for Bargo River State Conservation Area in NSW, Australia. See this park's location, find management documents and view information on fires, closures and other alerts.

Blue Gum Forest is a fine, historic example of closed forest, situated in Grose Valley in Blue Mountains National Park. Get to it by walking track from Perrys lookdown or Pierces Pass.

The scenic views are worth the effort on this challenging walk along the Grose River into the rugged wilderness of the Blue Gum Forest.

Explore the scenery of Garigal National Park by bike, horse or canoe. It’s so close to Sydney making it perfect for mountain biking, a school excursion, and the opportunities for fishing, picnick…

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Budderoo National Park, on the south coast of NSW, is known for its gorgeous waterfalls and lookouts. Enjoy rainforest walks and birdwatching opportunities on a school excursion or day trip.

Belmore Falls walking track near Kangaroo Valley offers no shortage of lookouts and sensational southern highland, waterfall and sandstone flora views.

The Toorongo Falls Reserve is a picturesque area of 16 hectares beside the Toorongo and little Toorongo Rivers in tall mountain forest.

Official information for Awabakal Nature Reserve in NSW, Australia. See this park's location, find management documents and view information on fires, closures and other alerts.

For a day trip or weekend break from Canberra, you can’t miss Brindabella National Park, with spectacular views, 4WD trails, walking, and fishing.

Popran National Park on the NSW central coast protects Aboriginal sites and offers great walking, kayaking, mountain biking, horse riding and fishing.