Hiking and Bushwalking Blog

Explore the history of WA’s Bibbulmun Track, from Geoff Schafer’s 1972 idea and the 1979 opening to the ambitious rebuild completed in 1998.

The real history of Tasmania’s Overland Track, from Aboriginal land management through mining, hunting and guiding to today’s booked six-day walk.

Federation Peak’s history: failed expeditions, an airborne food drop, the 1949 first ascent, and what recent coronial findings reveal about its risks today.

A state-by-state guide to Junior Ranger and nature programs for kids across Australia, with real costs, ages, and what to check before you book.

Five overnight and multi-day hikes across the Northern Territory, from a two-day Litchfield walk to the 17-day Larapinta Trail traverse.

Five overnight and multi-day hikes in South Australia worth doing, from the Heysen Trail to Kangaroo Island and Mount Remarkable, with distances and grades.

A hiker’s guide to whale watching in NSW, matching the best coastal walks to the right months for humpback and southern right whale sightings.

Is tourism helping or harming Australia’s national parks? An opinion piece on scale, language, and what the research actually shows.

Garmin’s 2025 SOS data shows injuries, medical strain and helicopter rescues dominate backcountry emergencies, with clear lessons for Australian hikers.

Smartphone, compact or mirrorless? A practical, Australian-conditions look at choosing a hiking camera, weighing weight, battery life and safety.

Holafly eSIM review: installation, coverage, unlimited data costs versus roaming, and downsides to know before buying.

A hiker’s guide to via ferrata in Australia: RockWire at Mount Buller, the gear you need, safety rules, and what happens if you fall.

Why Trail Hiking Australia uses “hiking” and “trails” instead of “bushwalking,” plus the real history of bushwalking in Australia.

Why day hikers are over-represented in search and rescue callouts, the real reasons trips go wrong, and the planning habits that reduce the risk.

What to look for in a hiking gear store in Australia: staff experience, fit, local knowledge, sustainability and budget, from someone who’s bought the gear.

Hiking in Canberra and the ACT, from Namadgi National Park’s Bimberi Walk to Tidbinbilla’s Gibraltar Peak and easy lakeside circuits around Lake Burley Griffin.

Hiking Western Australia: long-distance tracks, coastal trails, gorges, granite ranges and remote outback walks across diverse landscapes.

Hiking the Northern Territory: Larapinta Trail, Kakadu, Litchfield, Uluru and desert ranges with cultural context and preparation guidance.

Hiking across New South Wales, from the Blue Mountains and Light to Light Walk to Kosciuszko’s alpine trails and the outback tracks of Mutawintji National Park.