CL A S S IC S
Great walks
Hike through the wilderness
Take in the view from Booroomba Rocks in Namadgi
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Discover the region’s Aboriginal heritage ↓ Make a walk in the park a more meaningful experience by following the footsteps of the guides from Dharwra Aboriginal Cultural Tours. Learn how the Ngunnawal people have lived off the land for thousands of years on one of three separate tours that take in Canberra’s key landmarks, including Mount Majura, Mount Taylor and Black Mountain. Each tour is around two hours. → thunderstone.net.au › Best for: Families › Intensity: Moderate
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Wander among the trees
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Aboriginal Cultural Tour (above) and ride the Centenary Trail (left).
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› Best for: All ages › Intensity: Easy to moderate
BE YOND C A NBE R R A
Join a Dharwra
↓ Spending time in nature is said to reduce stress levels and what better way to find a moment of calm than in a purpose-built forest of over 44,000 trees? The National Arboretum Canberra, just six kilometres from the city centre, is a living collection of endangered and significant species and the reserve is crisscrossed with walking trails. You can follow the paths quite easily on your own but free guided forest walks are offered on Wednesdays, Saturdays and Sundays. → nationalarboretum.act.gov.au
A DV E N T UR E + W E L L NE S S
National Park.
› Best for: Adventurers › Intensity: Varied
F OOD + DR INK
› Best for: All ages › Intensity: Varied
↓ Canberra might be small but you will need a full week to walk the loop around its limits on the Centenary Trail, which was created to commemorate the city’s 100th birthday. The 145-kilometre marked path is broken into seven manageable sections, although experienced hikers and cyclists may be able to complete multiple legs at a time. The terrain varies from highway-adjacent paths to fire trails through the scrub, offering a glimpse of the city’s many sides. → environment.act.gov.au
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↓ There are more than 160 kilometres of trails in Namadgi National Park, situated on the northern edge of the Australian Alps and just a 37-kilometre drive from the CBD. Take an easy jaunt to Booroomba Rocks for an incredible view over the valley or discover the granite outcrops locals call ‘Legoland’. If you’re an experienced, self-reliant hiker and have time to spare, there are multi-day walks to take on, too. Throughout the park, you’ll find markers of its Aboriginal history, including well-preserved rock art etched on enormous boulders. → environment.act.gov.au
Tackle the Centenary Trail L OC A L FAVOUR I T E S
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