White Rock Bay
A small group explored the rarely visited western side of Cape Cleveland, with 4x4 thrills, sandy coast walks, mangrove sounds, sea eagles, rock scrambles, and a shady dune lunch before uncovering relics and tamarind treats.
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Trip Report - Hermit Falls
Nine walkers tackled Hermit Falls the hard way, navigating thick bush, creek crossings, snakes, and scrub bashing before enjoying a chilly swim and the falls’ best views, finishing with the classic Frosty Mango stop.
Naga Nothings
Off-track hiking in North Queensland’s Ghost Valleys: ridge walks, canyon edges, quicksand laughs, icy slot swims, and a safe bailout. A rugged bushwalking adventure with smart decisions, fragile sandstone, and leave-no-trace ethics.
September walks with TBC
Join us this September for an exciting line-up of walks with the Townsville Bushwalking Club! From off-track adventures at Hermit Falls and The Terraces to classic trails like Alligator Creek Falls, there’s something for every keen hiker.
Canyons, flowers and dinosaurs
Bushwalking, wildflowers, sandstone gorges, dinosaur “footprints,” and starry nights. Explore Canns Canyon, Red Hands Cave, Sunset View, and The Fingers slot canyons on this late winter adventure with stunning scenery and unique geology.
Outdoors in October with the Townsville Bushwalking Club
October–November with Townsville Bushwalking Club: Alligator Creek Falls, Godwins Peak, William Creek Falls overnighter, Tully Gorge expedition, and Many Peaks & Freshwater trails. Meet & Greet 11 Nov. Updates: Puzzle Creek → Alligator Ck; Henrietta Creek camping rescheduling. Join us!
July Adventures with the Club
July with Townsville Bushwalking Club: membership renewals, community stories, and four great hikes—Forgotten Falls loop, rugged Cockatoo Rock, Paluma Dam to Jourama Falls, and Insulator Creek Falls. Adventure, camaraderie, and nature at its best in North Queensland.
June Jaunts :) with the Townsville Bushwalking Club
June with Townsville Bushwalking Club: AGM updates, new committee elected, and call for volunteer walk leaders. Adventures ahead include Hell Hole Gorge (22–23 June), White Mountains Canns Creek Canyons (29 Jun–1 Jul), and the popular Insulator Creek Falls hike.
May 2024
It is the club's 64th birthday this month and of course, that calls for celebrations - read on to find out more. We just got back from the White Mountains with our trail boss Keith. He has penned a detailed trip story. So, sit back with a cuppa/or wine and enjoy
What's On in August? - A Lot!
August with Townsville Bushwalking Club: make the most of the cool weather with Cloudy Creek via Mango Tree, mid-week Ethel Creek Falls, Paradise Beach coastal scramble, and a Blackhole Falls overnighter. Membership renewals due—join or renew and hit the trail in North Queensland.
Flipbook - October 2022
Discover upcoming Townsville Bushwalking Club hikes this October, including Hidden Gorges, Barron Gorge National Park, and Paluma to Ollera Creek. Join guided bushwalks, meet fellow hikers, and explore rugged trails, waterfalls, and summits. Read walker guidelines before joining.
A Longer Walk to the (Wrong) Pub
Mount Cook bushwalk on Magnetic Island: steep climbs, overgrown tracks, stinging trees, and creek descents. A long adventure that ended at the wrong pub—but with the right cold drinks after 12 hours on the trail.
Upcoming Walks September 2022
September is packed with adventure! Summit Mt Cook on Magnetic Island (18 Sept), wander orchid-rich Mt Spec (22 Sept), climb Mt Storth in Bowling Green Bay NP (25 Sept), or join our White Mountains trip (1–3 Oct). Register now to secure a spot!
Canns Creek Section (again)
Four days exploring White Mountains National Park’s Canns Creek: sandstone gorges, slot canyons, wildflowers, and rugged bushwalking. A true next-level adventure for experienced hikers in remote North Queensland.
Grab A Cuppa & Read On!
June 2022 with Townsville Bushwalking Club: trip reports from Paradise Beach & Castle Rock, Crystal Creek’s hidden falls, The Terraces, White Mountains NP, and Three Lagoons. Stunning hikes, canyons, waterfalls, and off-track adventures across North Queensland.
Upcoming June 2022 Bushwalks
June adventures await! Explore Lower Crystal Creek’s giant boulders (11 June), trek to North Creek Falls (18 June), and discover Butterfly Falls in Girringun NP (25 June). Medium to hard walks — register now to secure your spot!
May Walks 2022
Enjoy May with TBWC! Join us for adventurous hikes: Paradise Beach & Castle Rock (15 May), Lower Little Crystal Creek Falls (21 May), and the Terraces/High Camp classic (28 May). Scenic waterfalls, scrambles & swims await!
Walks Report April 2022
Townsville Bushwalking Club April 2022 trip report: Hermit Falls (Hidden Valley) waterfall walk, Puzzle Creek canyon classic, White Mountains eastern sandstone exploration, and a rapid Tasmania hiking tour—Freycinet, Walls of Jerusalem, Cradle & Frenchman’s Cap.
Holey Dooley Tree, and a Mouse
Townsville Bushwalking Club tackled the historic Bambaroo Track to Insulator Creek Falls. Giant figs, buttress trees, butterflies, steep climbs, canyon views, and rainforest magic made this 10 km hike unforgettable—topped off with ice creams at Frosty Mango.
Newsletter - February 2022
Townsville Bushwalking Club newsletter – upcoming hikes, trip reports, walk schedules, safety tips, and bushwalking resources. Highlights include Crystal Creek Falls, DCK Hut, and plans for Bambaroo and Insulator Creek Canyon.
October-cum-early November Newsletter
Townsville Bushwalking Club mid/late 2021: Waterfall Creek’s “100 waterfalls in a day,” Mt Spec overnight at DCK Hut, Triple Falls party, plus past highlights from White Mountains, Cape Cleveland, Balancing Rocks, and more. Join meetings, share trails, and explore with us—61 years strong!
July 2021 Newsletter of the Townsville Bushwalking Club
July 2021 with Townsville Bushwalking Club: Magnetic Island walks, giant figs on Bambaroo Track, and classic creeks like Walkers Creek. Upcoming—Paradise Beach (1 Aug), Cape Cleveland Lighthouse (14–15 Aug), plus a mystery walk. Membership renewals and meetings return.
ESCAPE - March 2021 Newsletter
March 2021 with Townsville Bushwalking Club: a packed six weeks of adventures from Swamp Creek, Terraces, and Keelbottom Creek to Porcupine Gorge and Pelorus Island over Easter. Recent highlights include Mt Spec, Crystal Creek, cycling, kayaking, and more. Exploration is in our DNA!
Bushwalking in the 1970s
Step back in time with our 1970s bushwalking slideshow. From Ayers Rock to Mt Halifax, Gloucester Island, and the Burdekin River, these photos capture classic trips, old-school gear, and the adventurous spirit that shaped our club’s history.