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Trail Hiking Australia @trailhiking.com.au · -30634s

Discover the history of South Australia's Heysen Trail, from Warren Bonython's 1969 vision to Terry Lavender and today's 1,200 km walking route. www.trailhiking.com.au/blog/the-hey… #hiking #hikeaustralia

Rugged red rock ridgeline with sparse eucalypt scrub, viewed from a bushland lookout under clear sky

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Trail Hiking Australia @trailhiking.com.au · -25435s

Field test review of Trekkers Wool merino lambs' wool against real blisters on a 3-day Great Ocean Road hike from Johanna Beach to the Twelve Apostles. www.trailhiking.com.au/gear-reviews… #hiking #hikeaustralia

A small stuffed toy in a green patterned bag among tall grass, with a tag reading “TREKKERS WORLD”

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Trail Hiking Australia @trailhiking.com.au · -7433s

Timber Getters Track is a 1.8km, grade 4 hike in Garigal National Park, New South Wales. This hike typically takes 45 minutes to complete. www.trailhiking.com.au/hikes/timber… #hiking #hikeaustralia

Wooden jetty on a calm river with bushland hills and a few waterside cottages

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Trail Hiking Australia @trailhiking.com.au · 16h

Practical, field-tested advice on managing periods while hiking: products, hygiene, waste, cramps, and recognising Toxic Shock Syndrome warning signs. www.trailhiking.com.au/health-and-h… #hiking #hikeaustralia

Bushwalker on a forest trail with a red backpack and walking pole, with white wildflowers in the foreground

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Trail Hiking Australia @trailhiking.com.au · 05/10/2026

A practical guide to assessing hiking risk in Australia: hazards, likelihood versus severity, and how heat, snakes, bushfire and remote terrain fit together. www.trailhiking.com.au/safety/condu… #hiking #hikeaustralia

Hiker climbing a steep rocky trail through dense bushland

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Trail Hiking Australia @trailhiking.com.au · 05/10/2026

Carrington Park to Bridal View Lookout is a 3.3km, grade 3 hike in Blue Mountains National Park, New South Wales. This hike typically takes 1.25 hours to complete. www.trailhiking.com.au/hikes/carrin… #hiking #hikeaustralia

Waterfall cascading down a steep rocky cliff surrounded by dense green forest

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Trail Hiking Australia @trailhiking.com.au · 04/10/2026

A two-part trip report on the Buller Huts Trail in Victoria's High Country, covering a 2022 attempt cut short by weather and a full 2023 completion. www.trailhiking.com.au/trip-reports… #hiking #hikeaustralia

Group of hikers posing on a rocky summit with backpacks and trekking poles

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Trail Hiking Australia @trailhiking.com.au · 03/10/2026

Explains why terrain, not weather alone, determines whether hikers keep options open or become trapped as conditions deteriorate. www.trailhiking.com.au/human-factor… #hiking #hikeaustralia

Hiker with a large pack pressing along a narrow exposed rock ledge in thick fog, cliff face to one side and poor visibility obscuring the terrain ahead.

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Trail Hiking Australia @trailhiking.com.au · 03/10/2026

Hangmans Rock is a 2.2km, grade 3 hike in Wisemans Ferry, New South Wales. This hike typically takes 1.25 hours to complete. www.trailhiking.com.au/hikes/hangma… #hiking #hikeaustralia

View from inside a cave looking up through a natural opening to trees and sky

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Trail Hiking Australia @trailhiking.com.au · 02/10/2026

How water, heat, exposure, scrub, and remoteness push Australian hiking pack size and weight higher, and how to plan for it realistically. www.trailhiking.com.au/gear/austral… #hiking #hikeaustralia

Woman hiking among red rock cliffs in a rocky gorge

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Trail Hiking Australia @trailhiking.com.au · 02/10/2026

Water hazards while hiking include river crossings, flash floods, tides, coastal swell and swimming holes. Know the risks and make safer decisions. www.trailhiking.com.au/safety/water… #hiking #hikeaustralia

Water hazards while hiking in Australia: Hikers crossing a tidal river with backpacks at Wilsons Promontory, Victoria

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Trail Hiking Australia @trailhiking.com.au · 01/10/2026

Field-tested review of the Quechua MH100 Hiking Fleece: fit, breathability, warmth as a base or mid layer, and honest limits of the testing so far. www.trailhiking.com.au/gear-reviews… #hiking #hikeaustralia

Hiker crossing a muddy creek between rocky cliffs in a gorge

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Trail Hiking Australia @trailhiking.com.au · 01/10/2026

West Head Lookout Track is a 1.9km, grade 3 hike in Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park, New South Wales. This hike typically takes 45 minutes to complete. www.trailhiking.com.au/hikes/west-h… #hiking #hikeaustralia

Coastal view over a bay with a small island and distant shoreline, seen from a grassy cliffside lookout

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Trail Hiking Australia @trailhiking.com.au · 30/09/2026

A systems-based guide to overnight and multi-day hiking gear, covering carrying, shelter, navigation, clothing, food and hygiene systems. www.trailhiking.com.au/gear/essenti… #hiking #hikeaustralia

Couple camping beside a tent, cooking on a portable stove outdoors

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Trail Hiking Australia @trailhiking.com.au · 29/09/2026

Groups aren't automatically safer under strain. How social pressure and centralised leadership quietly narrow decision-making on the trail. www.trailhiking.com.au/human-factor… #hiking #hikeaustralia

Two hikers in orange shirts pausing on a bush track at dusk, one checking a map on a phone while the other waits ahead, Australian scrubland closing in on both sides in fading light.

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Trail Hiking Australia @trailhiking.com.au · 29/09/2026

A two-day trip report on the Major Mitchell Plateau Circuit in the Grampians, covering Mt William, camping, weather and a rain-forced route change. www.trailhiking.com.au/trip-reports… #hiking #hikeaustralia

Sunset over layered mountain ranges with silhouetted trees in the foreground

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Trail Hiking Australia @trailhiking.com.au · 29/09/2026

Weddin Gap to Black Spring loop trail is a 20km, grade 4 hike in Weddin Mountains National Park, New South Wales. This hike typically takes 7.5 hours to complete. www.trailhiking.com.au/hikes/weddin… #hiking #hikeaustralia

Bushland with scattered trees and blackened grass trees after a fire

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Trail Hiking Australia @trailhiking.com.au · 28/09/2026

After many years in the making, my thoughts and observations have finally come together in one book…

Photo of Darren Edwards holding a copy of his new book, The Capable Hiker

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Trail Hiking Australia @trailhiking.com.au · 28/09/2026

Field test review of the Helinox FL135 hiking poles against the lighter TL Series, covering packed length, weight, pack fit and performance on multi-day trails. www.trailhiking.com.au/gear-reviews… #hiking #hikeaustralia

Backpack and hiking poles beside a red tent in bushland

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Trail Hiking Australia @trailhiking.com.au · 27/09/2026

Hartz Mountains National Park guide: alpine day walks, dolerite peaks and glacial lakes 90 minutes from Hobart in Tasmania's Huon Valley. www.trailhiking.com.au/featured-par… #hiking #hikeaustralia

Mountain lake surrounded by rugged green hills and rocky alpine scrub under a cloudy sky

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Trail Hiking Australia @trailhiking.com.au · 27/09/2026

Mackay Heritage Walk is a 600m, grade 1 hike in Mackay, Queensland. This hike typically takes 30 minutes to complete. www.trailhiking.com.au/hikes/mackay… #hiking #hikeaustralia

Heritage-style building with palm trees and a sign reading “Closed no access to Victoria St.”

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Trail Hiking Australia @trailhiking.com.au · 26/09/2026

Looks at how sound, ordinary hiking decisions can quietly drift from reality, and why preparedness depends on honest self-assessment, not just gear. www.trailhiking.com.au/human-factor… #hiking #hikeaustralia

Hiker standing on an exposed alpine track beneath heavy cloud and breaking light in the Australian high country.

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Trail Hiking Australia @trailhiking.com.au · 25/09/2026

How hiking injuries actually develop, and what genuinely reduces risk: load management, descent technique, hip and ankle strength, and pacing. www.trailhiking.com.au/health-and-h… #hiking #hikeaustralia

Man helping a woman with a knee injury while hiking on rocks outdoors

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Trail Hiking Australia @trailhiking.com.au · 25/09/2026

South Coast Rail Trail and Ernest Jtn Tunnel is a 750m, grade 3 hike in South East Queensland, Queensland. This hike typically takes 35 minutes to complete. www.trailhiking.com.au/hikes/south-… #hiking #hikeaustralia

Graffiti-covered tunnel entrance in a rocky, fern-lined embankment

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Trail Hiking Australia @trailhiking.com.au · 24/09/2026

Summer hiking in Australia demands early starts and conservative pacing. Practical strategies for managing heat exposure and knowing when to turn back. www.trailhiking.com.au/preparation/… #hiking #hikeaustralia

Hiker with backpack raising both arms on a mountain lookout at sunrise

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Trail Hiking Australia @trailhiking.com.au · 23/09/2026

How to fit a hiking pack properly, covering torso length, hip belt position, shoulder straps, load lifters, and the correct fitting order. www.trailhiking.com.au/gear/how-to-… #hiking #hikeaustralia

Hiker with a large blue backpack looking out over a mountain valley at sunrise

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Trail Hiking Australia @trailhiking.com.au · 23/09/2026

Henderson Cliffs Walk Trail is a 400m, grade 1 hike in Beeliar Regional Park, Western Australia. This hike typically takes 20 minutes to complete. www.trailhiking.com.au/hikes/hender… #hiking #hikeaustralia

Rocky coastal cliff overlooking calm blue water, with a distant harbour on the horizon

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Trail Hiking Australia @trailhiking.com.au · 22/09/2026

Skinners Comfort 2.0 review for Australian hikers. Field tested on bushwalks to explore comfort, protection, barefoot feel, creek crossings and best uses. www.trailhiking.com.au/gear-reviews… #hiking #hikeaustralia

Person walking barefoot in black hiking socks over dirt, twigs and moss in bushland

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Trail Hiking Australia @trailhiking.com.au · 22/09/2026

Field test review of the Illumina X Ultralight Hiking Tent, covering weight, wind performance, condensation, floor durability and value for overnight hikers. www.trailhiking.com.au/gear-reviews… #hiking #hikeaustralia

Green tent in a dry bush setting with camping gear scattered nearby

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Trail Hiking Australia @trailhiking.com.au · 22/09/2026

Fat is important for hiking nutrition, offering more energy per gram than carbs or protein. Learn how to balance fats and carbs to fuel your adventures effectively. www.trailhiking.com.au/food/fat-as-… #hiking #hikeaustralia

Hard cheese, almonds, walnuts and hazelnuts prepared with olive oil as energy-dense foods for an upcoming hike.

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Trail Hiking Australia @trailhiking.com.au · 21/09/2026

The Capable Hiker is a complete, practical guide to hiking safely and confidently in Australia. It explains what to check, what to carry, and how ordinary, reasonable decisions can quietly compound into situations that end up needing outside help. www.trailhiking.com.au/the-capable-...

The Capable Hiker book cover. Hiker walking in the Tasmanian wilderness

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Trail Hiking Australia @trailhiking.com.au · 21/09/2026

A field test of WAMA's hemp and organic cotton underwear on Victorian hikes, covering moisture-wicking, comfort, durability and how hemp compares to merino. www.trailhiking.com.au/gear-reviews… #hiking #hikeaustralia

Three pairs of WAMW underwear packaged outdoors: boxer briefs and trunks, size L

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Trail Hiking Australia @trailhiking.com.au · 21/09/2026

Walls Ledge Walking Track is a 2.6km, grade 3 hike in Blue Mountains National Park, New South Wales. This hike typically takes 1.25 hours to complete. www.trailhiking.com.au/hikes/walls-… #hiking #hikeaustralia

Red sandstone cliff face with sparse eucalyptus trees in the foreground

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Trail Hiking Australia @trailhiking.com.au · 20/09/2026

Five Victorian hikes across alpine wilderness, state parks and gorges: distances, terrain, difficulty ratings and what to expect on trail. www.trailhiking.com.au/blog/my-top-… #hiking #hikeaustralia

Group of hikers with backpacks and walking poles standing in a grassy bushland landscape

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Trail Hiking Australia @trailhiking.com.au · 19/09/2026

Time outdoors can ease stress, anxiety and low mood and support recovery, alongside professional care, with Australian help available if you need it now. www.trailhiking.com.au/benefits-of-… #hiking #hikeaustralia

Hiker resting with a backpack and walking pole in a forest

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Trail Hiking Australia @trailhiking.com.au · 19/09/2026

Main Ridge Circuit Walk is a 2.5km, grade 3 hike in Kotara, New South Wales. This hike typically takes 1.25 hours to complete. www.trailhiking.com.au/hikes/main-r… #hiking #hikeaustralia

Dense bushland with a spiky plant in the foreground and tall trees behind

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Trail Hiking Australia @trailhiking.com.au · 18/09/2026

Why respect, not rules, is what separates careless outdoor behaviour from responsible hiking, and what happens when we outsource that responsibility. www.trailhiking.com.au/human-factor… #hiking #hikeaustralia

Hiker with a large pack overlooking a rugged mountain valley and distant peaks

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Trail Hiking Australia @trailhiking.com.au · 17/09/2026

A trip report on an overnight hike from Lake Mountain to Keppel Hut with two ten-year-olds, covering track notes and camping tips. www.trailhiking.com.au/trip-reports… #hiking #hikeaustralia

Bush campsite with a picnic table, fire pit and small hut among eucalyptus trees

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Trail Hiking Australia @trailhiking.com.au · 17/09/2026

Copper Cove - Badger Head Walk is a 23km, grade 3 hike in the Narawntapu National Park, Tasmania. This hike typically takes 7-8 hours to complete. www.trailhiking.com.au/hikes/copper… #hiking #hikeaustralia

Two hikers overlooking a curved sandy beach and calm bay from a coastal headland

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Trail Hiking Australia @trailhiking.com.au · 16/09/2026

What actually drives calorie burn while hiking: body weight, pack weight, terrain, distance, speed, fitness, and how to plan food intake for multi-day walks. www.trailhiking.com.au/food/what-fa… #hiking #hikeaustralia

Hiker wearing a red jacket and backpack walking along a narrow alpine track across rocky grassland with expansive mountain views in the distance.

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Trail Hiking Australia @trailhiking.com.au · 15/09/2026

Confidence and competence usually move together, until they don't. What a Wilsons Prom hike showed about verification versus assumption. www.trailhiking.com.au/human-factor… #hiking #hikeaustralia

Hiker with a large pack navigating a muddy, root-covered track through dense scrub and buttongrass, trekking pole planted for balance on difficult terrain.

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Trail Hiking Australia @trailhiking.com.au · 15/09/2026

A practical guide to choosing hiking socks, covering fit, thickness, materials, liner systems, and matching socks to footwear and Australian conditions. www.trailhiking.com.au/gear/choosin… #hiking #hikeaustralia

Brown hiking boot on a rock with a bushland landscape in the background

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Trail Hiking Australia @trailhiking.com.au · 15/09/2026

North Head walking track is a 700m, grade 2 hike in Brunswick Heads Nature Reserve, New South Wales. This hike typically takes 35 minutes to complete. www.trailhiking.com.au/hikes/north-… #hiking #hikeaustralia

Bush track through dense tropical vegetation

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Trail Hiking Australia @trailhiking.com.au · 14/09/2026

Field test review of the Ascent Explore Merlot hiking shoe at Lerderderg State Park, covering fit, waterproofing, grip and comfort over a 21km hike. www.trailhiking.com.au/gear-reviews… #hiking #hikeaustralia

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Trail Hiking Australia @trailhiking.com.au · 13/09/2026

Practical, low-impact ways to clean cookware on the trail, from sand scrubbing to safe wastewater disposal, without damaging fragile Australian environments. www.trailhiking.com.au/health-and-h… #hiking #hikeaustralia

Preparing a camping stove over a bowl of food outdoors

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Trail Hiking Australia @trailhiking.com.au · 13/09/2026

Cotter Explorer Track is a 2km, grade 1 hike located at Cotter Bend, Australian Capital Territory. This hike typically takes 1 hour to complete. www.trailhiking.com.au/hikes/cotter… #hiking #hikeaustralia

Picnic shelter in a park with people sitting at tables under trees

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Trail Hiking Australia @trailhiking.com.au · 12/09/2026

Federation Peak's history: failed expeditions, an airborne food drop, the 1949 first ascent, and what recent coronial findings reveal about its risks today. www.trailhiking.com.au/blog/federat… #hiking #hikeaustralia

Federation Peak rising above the rugged Eastern Arthur Range beneath a moody, cloud-filled sky in Tasmania’s southwest wilderness.

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Trail Hiking Australia @trailhiking.com.au · 11/09/2026

How to tell tinea from blisters on the trail, why hiking conditions favour fungal infection, and how to treat and prevent it on multi-day hikes. www.trailhiking.com.au/health-and-h… #hiking #hikeaustralia

Foot massage focusing on the sole and toes

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Trail Hiking Australia @trailhiking.com.au · 11/09/2026

Admirals Arch Walk is an 1km, grade 1 hike in Flinders Chase National Park, South Australia. This hike typically takes 40 minutes to complete. www.trailhiking.com.au/hikes/admira… #hiking #hikeaustralia

View from a cave opening over rocky coastline and waves breaking on the shore

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Trail Hiking Australia @trailhiking.com.au · 10/09/2026

How to use the Southern Cross and the Moon for night navigation in Australia, plus what to do if you lose your bearings after dark. www.trailhiking.com.au/navigation/n… #hiking #hikeaustralia

Person wearing a headlamp standing on a rocky trail at night, looking ahead through the bush

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