5 A M A Z I N G A U S T RA L I AN H I K E S

JA S ON A N D OR

Australian Geographic’s Megan Holbeck identified several of the best multi-day hikes in Australia. While the list isn’t the end-all be-all, it’s a great place to start!

F RA S E R I S L A N D G R E AT WA L K

# 1

• Easier hike

• The island is actually made of sand

• Walk it during the cooler months

W I L D E R N E S S C OA S T WA L K

# 2

• Slow down! You need a permit for overnight trips

• This allows for minimal outside impact

• Try to check out Point Hicks Lighthouse

T H O R S BO R N E T RA I L# 3

• A 32 km walk in Australia’s Largest Park

• For the experienced walker– the path isn’t graded in some places

• Only 40 people are allowed to walk the trail at a time, so permits must be booked early

W E S T E R N A RT H U R S# 4

• Difficult hike, but well worth it• Trail is easy to follow, but incredibly steep• Weather can make all the difference on this trail

C A P E T O C A P E# 5

• Gorgeous, but come well equipped with water• You can walk the sea cliffs or the empty beaches• One thing you can’t miss? The spring wild flowers.