Canberra and Surrounds Scenic Drive Attractions
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Australian National Botanic Gardens
Acton - Indulge yourself and escape from the city in this beautiful national collection of Australian plants. Explore the diversity of Australia’s weird... 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 Peninsula
Acton - Picnic areas, barbecues, playground equipment and swimming spots. 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
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 for information... 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 - Walk, cycle or drive to the top of Mount Ainslie for a perfect view of Canberra’s unique layout. Take in Lake Burley Griffin, many of Canberra's... 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
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
Pine Island to Point Hut Reserve
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
Remembrance Nature Park
Ainslie - This park commemorates the signing of the armistice on 11 November 1918 and the Aboriginal people who served in the armed forces. Walk through the park... 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
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