Pine Island to Point Hut Crossing is a 4km, grade 2 hike located in the Murrumbidgee River Corridor, Australian Capital Territory. The hike should take around 1.5 hours to complete.
Hike overview
The Pine Island to Point Hut Crossing section is the shortest and easiest leg of the Murrumbidgee Discovery Track, clocking in at a leisurely 4km. Perfect for walkers and mountain bikers alike, this flat, well-marked trail offers stunning views of the Murrumbidgee River throughout the entire journey.
Starting from the southern car park at Pine Island, you'll weave through the scenic Pine Island Reserve before emerging into open grasslands. Keep your camera handy, as the panoramic vistas of the Murrumbidgee will leave you breathless. Both Pine Island and Point Hut Crossing are ideal spots to take a break, enjoy a picnic lunch, or even take a refreshing dip in the river during the warmer months.
Pine Island is a popular destination for locals, boasting barbecue facilities and a designated swimming area. Point Hut Reserve, on the other hand, provides a welcome respite with its shady picnic areas and leash-free zones where your furry companion can stretch their legs. Allow approximately two hours for a return trip, making this a perfect option for a relaxing afternoon stroll or a family outing in nature.
Murrumbidgee Discovery Track Sections
Casuarina Sands to Kambah Pool (14km)
Kambah Pool to Pine Island (9km)
Pine Island to Point Hut Crossing (4km)
Route and GPX file
Max elevation: 564 m
Min elevation: 552 m
Total climbing: 55 m
Total descent: -49 m
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Getting there
Reaching Pine Island from Canberra is a straightforward drive, taking about 22 minutes and covering roughly 25 kilometers. Start your trip in Canberra, following Tuggeranong Parkway until you arrive at the Pine Island Reserve.
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About the region
The Bullen Range Nature Reserve and the Murrumbidgee River Corridor offer a captivating natural escape within the Australian Capital Territory. The Bullen Range, with its wild landscapes crisscrossed by hiking trails, is a haven for native Australian wildlife and a paradise for hikers. Trails cater to all levels, with the Murrumbidgee Discovery Track section here being a popular challenge for experienced trekkers, rewarding them with breathtaking river vistas. Meanwhile, the Murrumbidgee River Corridor itself stretches for roughly 66km, a ribbon of nature rich in Aboriginal and European heritage.
Over 370 Aboriginal heritage sites and historic European locations can be found alongside the river, making it a place steeped in history. The corridor is also a recreational playground, perfect for bushwalking, camping, picnics, birdwatching, and enjoying water activities like swimming, fishing, canoeing, and kayaking. Together, the Bullen Range Nature Reserve and the Murrumbidgee River Corridor offer a stunning combination of natural beauty, historical significance, and outdoor activities for Canberrans and visitors to explore.
Remember, the Bullen Range falls within the larger Murrumbidgee River Corridor, so you'll find the reserve nestled alongside the river. Be sure to check for any closures, especially around Red Rocks cliff in the Bullen Range, which might occur during wildlife breeding seasons.
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Acknowledgement of Country
Trail Hiking Australia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the lands on which we hike and pay respects to their Elders, past and present, and we acknowledge the First Nations people of other communities who may be here today.