Townsville Bushwalking Club

A friendly community exploring North Queensland’s rainforests, peaks, rivers and coast. We run regular day walks, overnight trips, and multi-day adventures with a focus on safety, inclusivity, and Leave No Trace principles.

View to Zoe Bay from the buttress, Hinchinbrook Island

Adventure on Hinchinbrook Island – A 1953 Bushwalking Account

In January 1953, six members of the UQ Bushwalking Club braved storms, leeches, and cliffs to climb Mt Bowen and traverse Hinchinbrook’s rugged peaks. Their rain-soaked success captured the spirit of early exploration on Australia’s “Skye” and left a legacy for today’s adventurers.

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