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Australia's Trails Explode: New Hikes Launching!
1 Feb
Summary
- Australia's hiking network is expanding with new trails for all abilities.
- Almost 4 million Australians hike annually, making it a top physical activity.
- New major walks are launching in Tasmania, Victoria, and NSW this year.
Australia's hiking network is experiencing unprecedented growth, with new trails opening for walkers of all abilities. This surge sees bushwalking as the third most popular physical activity, with nearly 4 million Australians participating annually.
The Northern Rivers region of NSW now offers the Gidjuum Gulganyi walk, a four-day journey into ancient rainforest, highlighting Indigenous culture. The Whitsunday Islands are introducing the 32km Ngaro track, a coastal and forest hike designed with Ngaro traditional owners.
In Tasmania, the Tyndall Range will soon host a new three-day hike. Victoria's Great Ocean Road coastal trail will span 76km along the Otway coast. The ACT has expanded its Tidbinbilla Mindjagari network with challenging new trails.
The Adelaide 100 trail offers over 70km through Mount Lofty Ranges, accessible via public transport. Western Australia's Cape to Cape track is complemented by the new 3km Leeuwin Biddi trail. NSW's Kosciuszko National Park features a 56km alpine walk with stunning mountain views.
Queensland's Twin Bridges trail has reopened, connecting communities through the Wet Tropics. Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park will launch a new five-day guided hike in April, offering overnight stays. International additions include South Korea's Dongseo trail and New Zealand's Kawarau Gorge trail.
