Canberra and Surrounds Natural Attractions
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Australian National Botanic Gardens Acton - Walk amongst the finest collection of Australian flora in the world at the Australian National Botanic Gardens.
Nestled at the foot of Black Mountain,... More
Black Mountain Acton - Marked walking trails and a range of native plants and animals. The wildflowers in spring and early summer are beautiful. More
Black Mountain Lookout Acton - Enjoy views of Parliament House, Lake Burley Griffin and the Australian Institute of Sport. From this lookout, you can see the Brindabellas, the city centre... More
Black Mountain Tower Acton - For a spectacular 360 degree view of Canberra and surrounds visit Black Mountain Tower (formerly known as Telstra Tower).
The Tower rises 195 metres... More
Canberra Nature Park Canberra - The Park consists of 27 separate native bushland and grassland reserves throughout urban Canberra which provide many opportunities for walking. Some of... More
Canberra Tracks - See how far you've travelled - Self Drive Ainslie - Self-drive Canberra Tracks
Track 1: Ngunnawal Country
Take this new self-drive Aboriginal heritage trail which connects many sites by well appointed... More
Canberra Walk In Aviary Nicholls - Located 15 mins from the city centre, in the craft village of Federation Square. Over 50 varieties of birds, including over 200 Australian parrots and... More
Casuarina Sands to Kambah Pool Canberra - Casuarina Sands is a great place to picnic and relax along the Murrumbidgee River. Visitors can have a barbeque, swim in the river or stroll upstream... More
Cooleman Ridge Chapman - Self-guiding 2.7km walk. Follow the circuit trail around the lower slope of Mount Arawang. More
Corin Forest Mountain Retreat Tidbinbilla - Corin Forest is a year round recreation facility with an emphasis on mountain sports and activities located just 45 minutes drive from Parliament House,... More
Cotter Reserve Canberra - A popular recreation venue for picnics, swimming and relaxation alongside the Murrumbidgee River. Facilities include short walking tracks to the dam and... More
Cotter River Walk Canberra - A leisurely marked walk along the river's edge returning over Moore's Hill with views of the surrounding area. Allow one and a half hours return. No dogs... More
Gibraltar Falls Canberra - Secluded spot at the edge of Gibraltar Creek Pine Forest with picnic tables, barbecues and camping area at Woods Reserve. Phone ACT Forests on above number... More
Ginninderra Falls and Gorge (currently closed due to drought) Canberra - (currently closed due to drought)
A spectacular set of falls on Ginninderra Creek. As Ginninderra Creek reaches the Murrumbidgee River, it drops 42 metres... More
Jerrabomberra Wetlands Fyshwick - Viewing hides for both local and migratory waterbirds. Walking trails are established on site. More
Kambah Pool to Pine Island Kambah - This 7 km marked walking trail is especially scenic and easily accessible. The magnificent Red Rocks Gorge can by accessed via a short side trail about... More
Lanyon Homestead Tharwa - The Lanyon historic precinct is set in a landscape of great natural beauty. Stroll in the rambling gardens, visit the restored 1850's homestead and the... More
Mount Ainslie Lookout Ainslie - Mount Ainslie Lookout is the perfect place to view the unique layout of Canberra, especially the magnificent Land Axis which forms a key feature of the... More
Mount Painter Cook - Walk to the summit along a sealed trail, stop for a time at the two lookouts with wonderful views over Canberra and the Brindabellas. More
Mount Pleasant Lookout Duntroon - Not far from Mount Ainslie, Mount Pleasant offers beautiful views over Lake Burley Griffin, the Duntroon Royal Military College and Jerrabomberra Wetlands.... More
Mulligans Flat Gungahlin - Native grasslands, woodlands and forests, and one of the best birdwatching locations in the ACT. More
Murrumbidgee River Corridor Tuggeranong - The Murrumbidgee River flows for 66km through the ACT and there are scenic walks along its banks. Natural beaches provide settings for picnics and swimming.... More
Namadgi National Park and Visitors Centre Tharwa - Namadgi National Park is located at the northern end of the Australian Alps, 45 minutes drive from Canberra city. Venture into Namadgi to Discover its... More
National Zoo and Aquarium Yarralumla - The National Zoo & Aquarium (NZA) provides the only zooquarium experience in Australia.
See an impressive range of animals, including the largest collection... More
Pialligo Estate Wines Pialligo - Pialligo Estate Wines vineyard and tasting room are located in picturesque Pialligo, only 5 minutes away from the centre of Canberra with remarkable views... More
Pine Island to Point Hut Canberra - This marked trail passes through open grassland with views of the Murrumbidgee River. Allow two hours return. Pick up a pamphlet a short way along the... More
Red Hill Lookout Red Hill - South of the city centre, Red Hill offers a lookout over many of our national icons. In autumn, the brilliant reds and oranges of the deciduous trees... More
Remembrance Nature Park Ainslie - Commemorates the signing of the armistice on 11 November 1918 and the Aboriginal people who served in the armed forces. Walk through the park from the... More
Shepherds Lookout Holt - A short leisurely walk through Woodstock Nature Reserve with spectacular views of the Murrumbidgee River and the surrounding area from the Cantilever lookout. More
Tidbinbilla Nature Reserve and Visitors Centre Tidbinbilla - Nestled between the Tidbinbilla and Gibraltar Ranges, Tidbinbilla Nature Reserve is a forty minute drive from the Canberra City centre along Tourist Drive... More
Urambi Hills Kambah - Experience views, flora and fauna on this 4km walk. More
Uriarra Trail Canberra - An easy 5 km marked loop walk that follows the Murrumbidgee before it joins up with the Molonglo River, returning through open grazing country. Pick up... More
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