3 Best Hiking Trails in Darwin

“East Point Reserve since 1984, recreation area for the local peoples and visitors. East Point Reserve is one of the largest reserves boasting 200 hectares of green and recreation spaces. The reserve aims to balance the ecological, cultural and historic values. The reserve is a special place for the people of Darwin with 2 playgrounds, a lake, walking trails, Exercise stations and a lot. East Point is familiar for the place of gatherings, events and recreational activities. They also offers 2 exercise stations with instruction panels and a rubber softfall base, providing a safe environment. The Reserve is the perfect gateway to have a picnic, cycling, walking, swimming and wallabies, the reserve has plenty of parking areas.”

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“Holmes Jungle Nature Park is a protected area consisting of small relatively isolated area of monsoon forest, includes activities like walking, trails and more. Nature Park provides a habitat for large variety of birds, reptiles and mammals. The area of Holmes Jungle Park is approximately 250 hectares. The observation area covers both wetlands and surrounding bushland, is an excellent spot for a picnic. There are separate tracks provided for cyclists and horse riders. The park provides elegant panoramic views that show the surrounding landscape from the wetlands to the north and the monsoon forest to the east. Holmes Jungle Nature Park provides safe, comfortable and exciting field trips for locals, young families and visitors.”

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“Casuarina Coastal Reserve has kilometers of beaches with a boundless elegant coastline. The reserve protects approximately 1361 hectares of coastal habitats between Rapid Creek and Buffalo Creek. The area includes 8 kilometres of sandy beaches embraced by casuarina trees and sandstone cliffs, it's an ideal spot for a picnic. The reserve covers the areas of mangroves, paperbark forests and monsoon vine thickets. Visitors can enjoy strolls along with the beach, birdwatchers can enjoy a glimpse of kites, ospreys, red-tailed black cockatoos, and cormorants overhead. Casuarina Coastal Reserve offers a wide range of activities like walking tracks, cycling paths and mountain bike trails, also includes picnic areas, free barbecues and toilet facilities. Moreover, entry to the coastal haven is free, making accessible and familiar destination for people seeking natural beauty and coastal landscapes.”

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