Bowling Green Bay National Park
A fun day out at Alligator Creek Falls! Eleven hikers enjoyed bush tracks, two chilly river crossings, and the breathtaking waterfall. Some braved a swim while others relaxed on the rocks. Laughter, photos, and shared snacks made the return walk just as memorable.
Bowling Green Bay National Park
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.
Paluma
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.
Hughenden
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.
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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.
Hughenden
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.
Paluma
Hidden waterfalls of Cave Stream off the Foxlee Track in Paluma Range National Park. This off-track adventure leads to the beautiful Shower Falls, granite slabs, and a hidden boulder cave deep in the rainforest.
Eight walkers explored the historic mining country of Hidden Valley Ewan over Easter 2025, camping beside creeks, visiting restored batteries, wandering through abandoned settlements, and enjoying a unique three-day adventure on private land.
Bowling Green Bay National Park
A rugged off-track adventure. Expect technical rock hopping, granite caves, slabby waterfalls, and refreshing swimming holes in a hidden tropical creek gorge.
Saltwater Creek Gorge in Clemant State Forest delivered a rewarding off-track adventure with hidden cattle pads, fresh landslips, rocky creek travel, granite pools, and a scenic gorge swim - a memorable North Queensland club hike.
Tully Falls National Park
This Tully Gorge trip was a tough exploratory bushwalk through giant house-sized boulders, caves, swims, and underground waterfalls. Although the full loop was abandoned, the day delivered scrambling, adventure, and a memorable taste of this wild gorge.
Paluma
After years, Luen finally explored Williams Creek with Debbie and found the small falls he had long suspected were there. A fun off-track day of ridgeline walking, creek hopping, rainforest scenery, and a swim.