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Barron Gorge National Park
Barron Gorge National Park
Barron Gorge National Park
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BARRON GORGE NATIONAL PARK

(4.8 Score)
Wrights Lookout Road, Kuranda,
Cairns QLD 4881 Directions

Since 1940

Specialty:

✓ Boardwalk ✓ Walking ✓ Falls ✓ Sceneries ✓ Water Spots ✓ Mountains and Gorges ✓ Easy Access and Fascinating History ✓ Viewing Wildlife ✓ Tumbling Waterfalls ✓ Nature Trips ✓ Scenic Railway ✓ Camping and Train ✓ Canoeing and kayaking

“Barron Gorge National Park is a protected area and a riverside park with dense tropical rainforests, trails leading to a waterfall, and gorge views. It is part of the traditional lands of the Djabugandji Aboriginal people, who have a close spiritual connection with the land. Floodwaters create a stunning view of Barron Falls during the rainy season, which is the best experience from Barron Falls, near Kuranda. Noisy pittas and orange-footed scrubfowl are two species that can be seen here. Barron Gorge National Park features rugged mountain scenery, tropical rainforests, diverse wildlife, and a fascinating history. The park's historic walking trails now form part of an extensive network of tracks. Explore the upper areas of this park to enjoy the stunning Barron Falls and walk along an elevated pathway through the rainforest. Picnic tables and toilet facilities are available at Barron Gorge National Park.

2025 Update: Barron Gorge National Park provides Wheelchair access facilities that may require assistance.”

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07 4093 9311

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Mount Whitfield Conservation Park
Mount Whitfield Conservation Park
Mount Whitfield Conservation Park
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MOUNT WHITFIELD CONSERVATION PARK

(4.8 Score)
Collins Avenue, Whitfield,
Cairns QLD 4870 Directions

Since 1989

Specialty:

✓ Botanic Gardens ✓ Circuit Walks ✓ Blue Arrow Circuit ✓ Birdwatching ✓ Day-Use Areas ✓ Joggers ✓ Rainforest ✓ Walking Track ✓ Scenic Viewpoints ✓ Conservation ✓ Picnic and Viewing Wildlife

“Mount Whitfield Conservation Park is a tranquil park offering walking tracks with scenic viewpoints. It is a forested area surrounded by urban development. It also has patches of eucalyptus forests and cycad grasslands. Mount Whitfield Conservation Park offers many opportunities for nature-based recreation and educational activities. The Blue Arrow track is a popular hike. The Red Arrow is paved and has defined steps, which are good if you plan to jog. Two interconnected circuit tracks guide energetic visitors up the forested slopes to lookouts. These lookouts offer views of Cairns city and suburbs, Trinity Bay, the lush coastal mangrove forests along the Barron River, the airport, and the northern beaches. Mount Whitfield Conservation Park is managed jointly by Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service and Cairns Regional Council for nature conservation and nature-based recreation.

2025 Update: Mount Whitfield Conservation Park provides some shelter for Picnic tables.”

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13 74 68

Open 24 Hours

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Earl Hill Summit Track
Earl Hill Summit Track
Earl Hill Summit Track
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EARL HILL SUMMIT TRACK

(4.7 Score)
Flagship Drive, Trinity Beach,
Cairns QLD 4879 Directions

Specialty:

✓ Hiking and Walking Trails ✓ Running ✓ Dog Walking ✓ Restrooms ✓ Parking ✓ Bird Watching ✓ Wetlands ✓ Forest ✓ Wildlife ✓ Moderate and Extreme Fitness Levels ✓ Nature and Parks

“Earl Hill Summit Track is a 2.9-kilometre moderately trafficked out-and-back trail in Trinity Beach, QLD. It is a hidden gem with a challenging walk, great views over Yorkey's Knob and Palm Cove, and Cape Tribulation. The track features a great forest setting and is suitable for all skill levels. It is used for hiking, walking, and nature trips. The track has multiple viewing points at the top. Earl Hill Summit Track is a great place to take a short hike with your dog. Other tracks lead off the main trail to the Trinity Beach rocky point and Half Moon Bay beach. Earl Hill Summit Track is accessible year-round. This walk is dog-friendly, and a leash is mandatory. Please keep your dog on a leash. You can park near the base in the car park and go up and down, or do the loop and return to the car park.

2025 Update: Earl Hill Summit Track offers a range of walking track options and provides stunning views over Double Island and Buchan Point to the north and Yarrabah Range to the south.”

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07 4044 304

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BARRON GORGE NATIONAL PARK REVIEWS

Our visit to Barron Gorge was absolutely breathtaking. The stunning views, combined with the natural flora and fauna, made it such a beautiful experience—it's hard to find the right words to do it justice. Everything felt so fresh, clean, and otherworldly amazing. We only walked about the first 100 meters of the trail, but we can't wait to go back and complete it all. It's a wonderful place to take the kids, with handrails making it safe, and it even looks accessible for wheelchairs, which is fantastic. The area is well-maintained, with informative signs throughout, plenty of space in the car park, and (though we didn't use them) restrooms available. Overall, an incredible place with truly stunning views. Highly recommend it—just beautiful in every sense!

A great spot for nature lovers. The trails are easy to navigate, and the surroundings are lush and green. The Barron Falls lookout offers spectacular views, especially after a good rain. It’s a peaceful place to unwind, but be prepared for some steep paths. Parking can be tricky during peak hours, so it’s best to arrive early. Overall, it’s a well-maintained park with beautiful scenery and is definitely worth a visit.

Beautiful hike , encountered a jouvanile cassowary and a potoroo on the way up , signs of more cassowaries in the area. Views are amazing 100% recommend for wildlife lovers.

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MOUNT WHITFIELD CONSERVATION PARK REVIEWS

ce wilderness and good place for hiking, there are 4 trails at the moment (19/06/18) ranging from the easiest Red to Yellow then Blue and finally Green so you can choose which ones you want to do The Red and Yellow trails can be done quite easily as long as you have a general level of fitness - no bushwalking/hiking experience needed (as advised by the visitors centre) as the terrain is quite good (mainly concrete paths with some dirt paths but easy to walk along as well as some steps/stairs on both trails) The Blue (excluding the small section of the Blue trail which connects the Red and Yellow trails) and Green trails are more complex with some quite narrow paths and a bit of climbing Really nice views of both the city and the airport (there is a lookout at the end of the Red trail which looks over the airport)

Ran the Blue arrow. What a gruelling task to do it clockwise as the first half is like climbing a cliff face, but the Eastern side is absolutely stunning. Plenty of mud around due to the recent rain, and lots of exposed tree roots and rocks so sturdy footwear is advised.

Consisting of many trail walks and treks with different color representing different difficulty levels, must tell you, Mouth Whitfield Conservation Park is Damn Beautiful. We would definitely list it under one of the best and Must Dos.

EARL HILL SUMMIT TRACK REVIEWS

I love this walk and do it every morning when I visit my family in Cairns. I vary it some days and walk over to Half Moon Bay for a swim instead of summiting but both are peaceful, well shaded walks if you go early enough. I'm usually starting by 6am.... things are very busy by 7. I'm 65 and definitely feel slower on the uphill than when I started doing it some years ago but love it and the speedy downhill feels fabulous too. It's an easy walk in terms of underfoot ie. Not huge rocks and roots to trip you up and lovely steps on the front side but the backside is good too as it offers more shade. Downhill on the backside is good but just requires a little more attention for foot placement as it has no constructed steps. Enjoy.

The Earl Hill Summit Track offers a pleasant hike with moderate difficulty. The trail is well-maintained, and the views from the summit are rewarding, especially at sunrise. It's a short but satisfying climb, making it a good option for a quick outdoor activity. Suitable for most fitness levels.

A great track. Getting back into hiking after some hip issues. Path is really good. Nice and short but with terrain to make it a really worthwhile walk in 1.5hrs.

TBR® Inspection Score Report

BARRON GORGE NATIONAL PARK Total Inspection Points: 115/120
Complete Info: 8
Contact Info: 8
Acknowledgements: 9
Business Hours: 10
Business Images: 10
Exact Services: 10
Experience: 10
Legitimate Ratings: 10
Location Proximity: 10
Reviews Accuracy: 10
Videos: 10
Website Standard: 10

TBR® Inspection Score Report

MOUNT WHITFIELD CONSERVATION PARK Total Inspection Points: 114/120
Complete Info: 8
Contact Info: 8
Acknowledgements: 9
Website Standard: 9
Business Images: 10
Current Evaluation: 10
Exact Services: 10
Experience: 10
Legitimate Ratings: 10
Location Proximity: 10
Reviews Accuracy: 10
Videos: 10

TBR® Inspection Score Report

EARL HILL SUMMIT TRACK Total Inspection Points: 112/120
Complete Info: 8
Contact Info: 8
Acknowledgements: 9
Current Evaluation: 9
Reviews Accuracy: 9
Website Standard: 9
Business Hours: 10
Business Images: 10
Exact Services: 10
Legitimate Ratings: 10
Specialisation: 10
Videos: 10