Hiking and Bushwalking Blog

Discover the best whale watching walks in NSW. Seven coastal hikes from Sydney to the Far South Coast, with timing advice for every part of the season.

Tourism Australia promoted a Grade 5 wilderness traverse as a step-count destination. Here’s why accurate framing isn’t a risk to tourism. It’s a service to it.

Is tourism helping or harming national parks? A clear, evidence-based look at access, infrastructure, and the impact of development on protected landscapes.

What happens when wilderness becomes a product? A reflection on the growing commercialisation of national parks and what it means for hikers and public land.

What does Garmin’s 2025 SOS data reveal about hiking risk in Australia? Injury, medical strain and remoteness remain key backcountry factors.

Feeling unsafe on a solo walk? Practical, non-confrontational ways to reduce risk, use emergency signalling tools, and plan safely for your next bush hike.

When the photo becomes the destination, safety becomes an illusion. Explore how social media shapes our perception of risk and why some trails are closing.

What does respect in the outdoors actually mean? A practical look at mindset, safety, stewardship, and Leave No Trace principles.

Choosing a camera for hiking? Compare smartphones vs dedicated cameras, with real-world pros, cons, battery safety, weather and wildlife considerations.

Tested in Japan: Holafly’s eSIM delivered fast, reliable unlimited data across Tokyo, trains and Mt Fuji. A simple alternative to roaming for Aussie travellers.

Curious about Via Ferrata? This guide for covers the gear & safety needed to climb the iron path, from Mt Buller to the Alps.

Why many women fear hiking alone and how we can change that—exploring safety, self-doubt, and empowerment in the outdoors through real voices and stories.

Why does Trail Hiking Australia use “hiking” and “trails” instead of “bushwalking” and “tracks”? It’s a fair question, and one I get asked regularly. Here’s the honest answer.

Why should hikers never touch or feed Australian wildlife? Reduce harm, avoid conditioning and injury risk, and know what to do if an animal is hurt.

Day hikes may feel simple, but poor planning, weather, navigation errors and time pressure can turn short walks into serious rescue situations.

A practical guide to choosing the best hiking gear store in Australia — covering staff knowledge, gear range, fitting services, local expertise and budget considerations.

Hike Canberra and the ACT and explore mountain ranges, nature reserves and riverside trails, from easy lake walks to challenging hikes in Namadgi National Park.

Hike Western Australia and explore coastal cliffs, desert gorges and iconic trails like the Bibbulmun Track and Cape to Cape across the state’s vast landscapes.

Hike the Northern Territory and explore desert ranges, waterfalls and iconic trails like the Larapinta and Jatbula across Australia’s ancient Red Centre and Top End.