Jodie Rummer - Wanderstories

The Thumb

The Thumb, a granite monolith pinnacle high on a ridge of the Mount Bowen massif, was one of the last sought-after, unclimbed summits in Australia in 1952. Just off the north Queensland coast on Hinchinbrook Island, The Thumb can be seen breaking the horizon, just waiting to be explored.

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Dog-friendly adventures places and walking tracks

Dogs can enhance any outdoor experience. Dogs have a natural, unyielding desire to explore; so, it's not surprising that we want to take our dogs everywhere with us. Next time you go outdoors,

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Magnetic Island Walking Tracks

One of the best ways to explore Magnetic Island is by foot. A network of walking trails allows you to appreciate the island's natural environment, some of which is protected within the bounds

Orpheus Island National Park

What to do on Orpheus Island

Orpheus Island is located off of North Queensland's coast within the Shire of Hinchinbrook and is part of the Palm Island Group that is 110 km north of Townsville and 45 km east of Ingham. Orpheus Island is a National Park and part of the Great Barrier Reef World Heritage Area.

Paluma Range National Park

Peaks of Paluma Range National Park

Paluma Range National Park is located just north of Townsville and spans from Bluewater all the way north to Ingham. This Wet Tropics World Heritage Area was established in 1994 and covers 172

Paluma Range National Park

Mount Spec

Mt Spec (995 m) is the highest peak in the immediate area of Paluma Village and the second highest in Paluma Range National Park. Because so much mining and logging activities centred around

Hinchinbrook Island National Park

Mount Diamantina

Mount Diamantina rises 955 metres above sea level and is located within the Hinchinbrook Island National Park in Far North Queensland. Although Mt Diamantina may be considered the easiest of the four main mountains to summit, it is also desirable by many due to its unique boulders on top.

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Adventuring Alone into the Wilderness

Going out alone is truly something special. I believe that we should all experience it at least once in our lives. It can be quite fulfilling and peaceful because when you venture alone,

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Douglas Hills

Looking for an activity for right before or just after work? Douglas Mountain Bike Reserve is the perfect solution! This area is noted, primarily, for mountain biking but also accommodates walking, trail running,

Paluma Range National Park

Hiking to Ethel Falls

You won't find Ethel Creek Falls listed on any of the National Park websites, nor will you find it on any of the signs in the area. But, that could be a good thing! Ethel Creek Falls are a hidden gem in the middle of Paluma Range National Park, and you're very likely to be the only ones there!

Paluma Range National Park

The Journey to Godwin's Peak

At 783 metres elevation and about 8 km of hiking, Godwin's Peak has to be the best mountain summit in all of Paluma Range National Park and is certainly a magical part of North Queensland. You'll be rewarded with 360-degree panoramic views of Mt Halifax, Townsville City, and the coast.

Bowling Green Bay National Park

Summiting Mount Cleveland

Mount Cleveland rises 558 metres above sea level and makes for a perfect day walk where you can enjoy views of both Townsville and Chunda Bay from both sides of the Cape.

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Roseneath and Wulguru Hills

Another hidden gem of Townsville for those that love sunrises and sunsets. Situation at the base of Mount Stuart. A great place to have a walk before or after work. Once used by

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Beginners' tips for canyoning in North Queensland

Canyoning involves a free-flowing watercourse that has drop offs, waterfalls, gorges, canyons and caves where you will be rock hopping, scrambling, jumping, abseiling and swimming. You're likely to get wet!

Bowling Green Bay National Park

Chunda Bay and Chunda Rock

Don't let the name put you off, Chunda Bay is a hidden gem very close to Townsville. It's a short 5 km return walk through interesting landscape. There are two track options: the northern end and the southern end of Chunda Beach.

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Top 10 Car-Accessible Swimming Holes Around Townsville

Running low on friends with swimming pools? Really sick of blowing up that plastic pool only to sit in a puddle of chlorinated water? You're in luck! However, you can't just swim anywhere

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Best Tubing places around Townsville

Growing up, I was lucky enough to spend my weekends at my parents hobby farm, which bordered Little Crystal Creek and Big Crystal Creek. I always loved the wet season. It meant that

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Mount Louisa Walking Tracks

Once a popular place to ride dirt bikes and four-wheel drive, Mount Louisa is now starting to rival Castle Hill. Mt Louisa is getting an upgrade and will soon have it's very own

Tully Gorge National Park

Mount Tyson Track

Mt Tyson rises 687 m behind the township of Tully. This well-worn track takes hikers through tropical rainforest and eucalyptus scrub, climbing up the ridgeline to the summit where they will enjoy panoramic views of Tully township and a mosaic of cane and banana farms, the coastline and islands.

Paluma State Forest

Hermit Creek, which includes Benham Falls and Hermit Falls, and Benham's Track

Located within the Paluma State Forest in North Queensland, Benham's Creek is just north-east of Hidden Valley, running adjacent to Benham's Track, and flows into Running River. Access is via Paluma Dam or via the Hidden Valley side of Paluma State Forest.

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Becoming An Adventurer

Getting outdoors is truly something special, and I believe one would enjoy going out at least once a week. Discovering a new canyon, a cool rock formation in the middle of nowhere, or a complete caving system can give you thrills just thinking about it.

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Hervey Range Waterfall, Train Tunnels and Old Highway

The Hervey Range area has much history to offer, and it doesn't take you too far off the beaten track. The Aboriginal paintings at Turtle Rock and the bottom of the range, the

Hinchinbrook Island National Park

Mount Bowen

Hinchinbrook Island may be one of the most attractive adventure destinations in North Queensland, largely because it feels like an untouched, lost Jurassic world. Mount Bowen, rising 1,121m above sea level, may be its most popular peak (excluding Nina Peak), and summiting requires quite a hike.

Bowling Green Bay National Park

The hike out to Cape Cleveland Lighthouse

Dreaming of freshly shucked oysters straight off the rocks, swimming with sea turtles, sipping fine wine, and enjoying a picnic overlooking the turquoise ocean and bay at sunset? Indeed, there's something for everyone here at Cape Cleveland!

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