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Choosing a sleeping mat for your outdoor adventures? Consider your activity and prioritise comfort. Opt for a thicker mat for better thermal resistance.

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Choosing a sleeping mat for overnight hikes
Choosing a sleeping mat for your outdoor adventures? Consider your activity and prioritise comfort. Opt for a thicker mat for better thermal resistance.
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December 29, 2025 at 3:00 AM
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Chatswood Station to Eastwood Station is an 18.1km, grade 4 hike located in Lane Cove National Park, New South Wales. The hike should take around 6.75 hours to complete.

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Chatswood Station to Eastwood Station Hike (18.1km) - Lane Cove National Park, NSW
Chatswood Station to Eastwood Station is an 18.1km, grade 4 hike located in Lane Cove National Park, New South Wales. The hike should take around 6.75 hours to complete.
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December 28, 2025 at 8:00 AM
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Evolutionary science explains why hiking reduces stress, improves clarity, and supports wellbeing by reconnecting humans with the natural environments we evolved for.
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Why Hiking Feels So Good
Evolutionary science explains why hiking reduces stress, improves clarity, and supports wellbeing by reconnecting humans with the natural environments we evolved for.
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December 28, 2025 at 4:51 AM
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Grades are a great guide, but look beyond the numbers to understand the challenges and factor in contributing factors to assess the difficulty for yourself.

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Australian Walking Track Grading System: A look beyond the numbers
Grades are a great guide, but look beyond the numbers to understand the challenges and factor in contributing factors to assess the difficulty for yourself.
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December 27, 2025 at 3:00 AM
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Ten Mile Brook Trail is a 15km, grade 3 hike in Wooditjup National Park, Western Australia. This hike typically takes 5 hours to complete.

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Ten Mile Brook Trail (15km) - Wooditjup National Park, WA
Ten Mile Brook Trail is a 15km, grade 3 hike in Wooditjup National Park, Western Australia. This hike typically takes 5 hours to complete.
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December 26, 2025 at 8:00 AM
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Merry Christmas!

Wishing you and your loved ones a safe, restful, and joyful Christmas and New Year. Thank you for being part of Australia’s hiking and bushwalking community.

Hope you have some exciting adventures planned over the holidays.

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December 24, 2025 at 10:48 PM
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Pine Lake Walk is a 900m, grade 1 hike in Central Plateau, Tasmania. This hike typically takes 45 minutes to complete.

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Pine Lake Walk (900m) - Central Plateau, TAS
Pine Lake Walk is a 900m, grade 1 hike in Central Plateau, Tasmania. This hike typically takes 45 minutes to complete.
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December 24, 2025 at 8:00 AM
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Hiking isn't just summits and smiles. Discover the reality we often hide: the mental battles, the burnout, and the resilience found when you want to quit.
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The Version of Hiking We Rarely Show
Hiking isn't just summits and smiles. Discover the reality we often hide: the mental battles, the burnout, and the resilience found when you want to quit.
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December 23, 2025 at 5:32 AM
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Hiking year-round offers unique landscapes, challenges, and adventure. Explore tips for hiking in different seasons on Trail Hiking Australia.

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Hiking in different seasons: Tips for exploring year-round
Hiking year-round offers unique landscapes, challenges, and adventure. Explore tips for hiking in different seasons on Trail Hiking Australia.
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December 23, 2025 at 3:00 AM
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Little River Gorge Walk is an 800m, grade 3 hike in Snowy River National Park, Victoria. This short walk typically takes 30 minutes to complete.

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Little River Gorge Walk (800m) - Snowy River National Park, VIC
Little River Gorge Walk is an 800m, grade 3 hike in Snowy River National Park, Victoria. This short walk typically takes 30 minutes to complete.
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December 22, 2025 at 8:00 AM
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KIWT - Day 5: Kelly Hill Section is a 7.5km, grade 4 hike in Flinders Chase National Park, South Australia. This hike typically takes 2-3 hours to complete.

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KIWT - Day 5: Kelly Hill Section (7.5km) - Flinders Chase National Park, SA
KIWT - Day 5: Kelly Hill Section is a 7.5km, grade 4 hike in Flinders Chase National Park, South Australia. This hike typically takes 2-3 hours to complete.
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December 18, 2025 at 8:00 AM
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Learn the real differences between high-collar and mid-collar hiking boots. Understand stability, terrain, pack weight and protection to choose the right footwear.
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High Collar vs Mid Collar Hiking Boots
Learn the real differences between high-collar and mid-collar hiking boots. Understand stability, terrain, pack weight and protection to choose the right footwear.
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December 17, 2025 at 9:34 PM
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Embark on an epic adventure with the best overnight hikes in Queensland. Explore stunning landscapes and challenge yourself on thrilling trails.

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Best overnight and multi-day hikes in Queensland
Embark on an epic adventure with the best overnight hikes in Queensland. Explore stunning landscapes and challenge yourself on thrilling trails.
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December 17, 2025 at 3:00 AM
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Suncoast Headlands Track is a 4.5km, grade 3 hike located in Blackmans Bay, Tasmania. The hike should take around 1.5 hours to complete.

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Suncoast Headlands Track (4.5km) - Blackmans Bay, TAS
Suncoast Headlands Track is a 4.5km, grade 3 hike located in Blackmans Bay, Tasmania. The hike should take around 1.5 hours to complete.
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December 16, 2025 at 8:00 AM
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Muscle cramps can be painful and frustrating, but they can be prevented. Here's some tips to enjoy the great outdoors without the discomfort of muscle cramps.

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Tips for avoiding muscle cramps when hiking
Muscle cramps can be painful and frustrating, but they can be prevented. Here's some tips to enjoy the great outdoors without the discomfort of muscle cramps.
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December 15, 2025 at 3:00 AM
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A field-tested review of the Zorali Hotham Thermolite Jacket — lightweight, warm, wind-resistant and built sustainably, making it ideal for Australian hikers.
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Zorali Hotham Thermolite Jacket Review
A field-tested review of the Zorali Hotham Thermolite Jacket — lightweight, warm, wind-resistant and built sustainably, making it ideal for Australian hikers.
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December 13, 2025 at 8:25 AM
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I'm impressed with the Water-to-Go Active water filtration system - easy to use, effective, and durable. Check out my field test and review.

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Water-to-Go Active Water Filtration System
I'm impressed with the Water-to-Go Active water filtration system - easy to use, effective, and durable. Check out my field test and review.
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December 13, 2025 at 3:00 AM
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Rosewood Creek walking track is a 5.5km, grade 4 hike located in Dorrigo National Park, New South Wales. The hike should take around 3 hours to complete.

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Rosewood Creek Walking Track (5.5km) - Dorrigo National Park, NSW
Rosewood Creek walking track is a 5.5km, grade 4 hike located in Dorrigo National Park, New South Wales. The hike should take around 3 hours to complete.
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December 12, 2025 at 8:00 AM
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Phillips Falls is a 200m, grade 4 hike located in Lorinna, Tasmania. The hike should take around 12 minutes to complete.

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Phillips Falls Walk (200 m) - Lorinna, TAS
Phillips Falls is a 200m, grade 4 hike located in Lorinna, Tasmania. The hike should take around 12 minutes to complete.
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December 10, 2025 at 8:00 AM
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With more young people spending less time on screens, it is a great chance to help kids reconnect with nature. Hiking builds confidence, curiosity, and family bonding.

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December 9, 2025 at 11:28 PM
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Remembering our trek on the Huayhuash Circuit in Peru, a challenging and incredible high-altitude multi-day trek (8-12 days, ~130km) in the Andes
December 9, 2025 at 3:08 PM
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Green Point Circuit Walk is a 7.7km, grade 4 hike located in Belmont, New South Wales. The hike should take around 3.5 hours to complete.

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Green Point Circuit Walk (7.7km) - Belmont, NSW
Green Point Circuit Walk is a 7.7km, grade 4 hike located in Belmont, New South Wales. The hike should take around 3.5 hours to complete.
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December 8, 2025 at 8:00 AM
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Planning a short day hike, a weekend getaway, a weeklong trek, or an extended expedition? Here's some tips on selecting the right backpack volume and features.

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Decoding Backpack Volume: Don't Be Fooled by the Numbers
Planning a short day hike, a weekend getaway, a weeklong trek, or an extended expedition? Here's some tips on selecting the right backpack volume and features.
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December 7, 2025 at 3:00 AM
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Summertown to Norton Summit is a 9km, grade 4 hike located in Horsnell Gully and Giles Conservation Parks, South Australia. The hike should take around 4 hours to complete.

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Yurrebilla S3: Summertown to Norton Summit (9km) - Horsnell Gully Conservation Park, Giles Conservation Park, SA
Summertown to Norton Summit is a 9km, grade 4 hike located in Horsnell Gully and Giles Conservation Parks, South Australia. The hike should take around 4 hours to complete.
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December 6, 2025 at 8:00 AM
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Explore different hiking styles & discover essential tips for fostering safety, enhancing the experience, and celebrating our shared passion for the outdoors.

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Understanding different hiking styles and outdoor safety
Explore different hiking styles & discover essential tips for fostering safety, enhancing the experience, and celebrating our shared passion for the outdoors.
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December 5, 2025 at 3:00 AM