Australia
Looking for the best hiking in Australia? We've got you covered with the top trails, trips, hiking, backpacking, camping and more around Australia. The detailed guides, photos, and reviews are all submitted by the Outbound community.
Top Hiking Spots in and near Australia
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Deep Creek, South Australia
Hike to Blowhole Beach, South Australia
4.2 mi / 902.2 ft gainAfter following a long dirt road, park at Cobblers Hill for the start of the hike. If you're in a four wheel drive you can drive the last few last few kms down a steep and muddy path to the beach. Otherwise you will have to hike around 3kms down the valley to reach Blowhole beach. Even from the t...Read more -
Petermann, Northern Territory
Hike the Kings Canyon Rim Walk in Watarrka NP
5.03.7 mi / 900 ft gainKings Canyon is not a place to be missed in Australia's Northern Territory. Located at the western end of the George Gill Range in Watarrka National Park, you'll find an easily accessible but less well-known area of the Red Centre. Both for beautiful light and for staying cool in the heat of the ...Read more -
Baw Baw Village, Victoria
Backpack from Mt Baw Baw to Mushroom Rocks
18.6 mi / 3933.7 ft gainPlease note that the weather on this walk can change drastically, so be prepared for anything! The first day on our walk was +15 and sunny and we woke up to a blanket of snow and had to walk back in freezing temperatures. Please note that, depending on the year, you may need to buy a permit to dr...Read more -
Darling Downs, Western Australia
Hike the Wungong Gorge
7.5 miThis adventure is about 12 km's there and back. You can park your car on south western hwy and walk there and back, observing God's creation in the meantime. When you get at the end you can eat a snack at the picnic tables or even have lunch there. You can also walk up the road to the Yungong Dam...Read more -
Cradle Mountain, Tasmania
Hike Cradle Mountain, Tasmania
11.2 mi / 5068.9 ft gainCradle Mountain stands at 1545m high, making it the 5th tallest mountain in Tasmania. It is roughly a 2.5 hour drive west from Launceston and situated in the Central Highlands. The hike can be done on the well-known Overland Track (65km, 5-6 days), or as a day trip from Dove Lake. The day trip gi...Read more -
Portsea, Victoria
Hike to Fort Nepean
4.34.3 mi / 98.4 ft gainStarting at the car park, you can choose to either head to the visitors centre (north east of the car park) to look at the information boards or you can head straight to the walk. At the visitors centre, you can arrange for a shuttle back from the fort if you wish or there are also washrooms avai...Read more -
Glass House Mountains, Queensland
Hike to the Summit of Mount Ngungun
5.01.9 mi / 590.6 ft gainAt 253m tall, Mt Ngungun is one of the smaller Glass House Mountains. This trail is perfect for beginners but still rewards you with great views.The trailhead starts at the Carpark located along Fullertons Rd. This is quite a popular hike so you may have to park down the road a little. The trail ...Read more -
Walls of Jerusalem, Tasmania
Backpack the Walls of Jerusalem Circuit
18 mi / 4265.1 ft gainThis is a great hike if you're looking for some stunning views, but also has some sections of unmarked trail where you will need to have either GPS or the ability to navigate with your compass/map (preferably both!). The mountains are stunning, but as you are at a high altitude the weather can ch...Read more -
Bondi Beach, New South Wales
Hike the Bondi to Coogee Beach Coastal Walk
4.34.1 mi / 700 ft gainThe Basics: Australia's pristine beaches and coastlines are probably its main tourism attraction, and one of the most famous beaches is Bondi Beach in Sydney. It is only 45 minutes by train from Sydney Intl. Airport, or 2-3 train stops from Downtown Sydney. From Central Station, take the T4 line ...Read more -
Waitpinga, South Australia
Trail Run the Newland Head Conservation Park
7.1 miLocation Utilising a portion of South Australia’s infamous Heysen Trail, the majority of the run lies within the boundaries of the iconic Newland Head Conservation Park, a 90 minute drive south of Adelaide. As the trail section connects the Kings Beach carpark to the Waitpinga Campground, a total...Read more -
Quorn, South Australia
Hike Devil's Peak, South Astralia
5.01.5 mi / 1322.2 ft gainWhile this 2.4km return adventure is a must for anyone visiting the Southern Flinders Ranges, please take note that it cannot be climbed during fire-ban season, which usually occurs between November and April. All this means, though, is that you can enjoy it in the winter months when the area is ...Read more -
Finch Hatton, Queensland
Hike the Finch Hatton Gorge
5.02.5 mi / 492.1 ft gainFinch Hatton Gorge is located around 80km West of Mackay in North Queensland. It lies within the Eungella National Park and is home to an expanse of waterfalls, gorges and pristine wilderness. From the car park there is a well maintained track which leads to the two main swimming holes. After tre...Read more -
Kalamunda, Western Australia
Hike the Bibbulmun Track
4.0624.5 miThe Bibbulmun Track is one of the world's great long distance walk trails, stretching 1000km from Kalamunda, a suburb in the hills on the outskirts of Perth, to the historic town of Albany on the south coast. It passes through the heart of the scenic south west of Western Australia. The Track is ...Read more -
Whitsundays, Queensland
Hike Passage Peak
3.1 mi / 787.4 ft gainIf you're looking to catch the sunrise make sure to get up nice and early, as the walk from the trailhead to the summit could take up to an hour and a half (depending on how strong your coffee was). I aim to be at the peak about half an hour before dawn. When the insects of the night have stopped...Read more -
Naturaliste, Western Australia
Hike the Cape to Cape Track
83.9 miMore Information: The official website website offers more information of the track. I highly recommend to get the Guidebook (available in every book or outdoor store around the area) which contains detailed maps, where to access or exit the beach, wildlife and vegetation of the trackStart/End: ...Read more -
Hinchinbrook Island, Queensland
Hike the Thorsborne Trail
19.9 miHere's a chance to get properly "off the grid" in a tropical wilderness. Protected since 1932, Hinchinbrook is one of Australia's largest island national parks, and lies within the Great Barrier Reef World Heritage Area. Hikers on the island are strictly limited to 40 a day, so chances are you wo...Read more