Top Things to do in North Queensland
Countries
What to do and see in North Queensland, Queensland: The Best Hiking Trails
Discover the best top things to do in North Queensland, Australia including Yellow Arrow Walk, Wongabel State Forest, Esplanade Boardwalk, Dubuji Boardwalk, Mount Bartle Frere, Mount Sorrow Ridge Trail, Kennedy Walking Track, The Blue Arrow Circuit, Wrights Lookout, Stoney Creek Trail.
Restaurants in North Queensland
1. Yellow Arrow Walk
2. Wongabel State Forest
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 2 reviews
Reviewed By WorldTravla7 - Cairns, Australia
This secluded and somewhat hidden pocket of rare & ancient mabi forest is an absolute dream. It is one of the few places the Lumholtz tree kangaroo inhabits (we didn’t see one on our visit despite lots of looking up to the treetops) & there are birds and wildlife galore (we saw a pademelon hopping through the forest at one point). There is lots of excellent interpretive signage (including some amazing grand fig trees) & the walk is flat & easy so you can easily take in the nature. Turn right on the Kennedy Highway heading out of Atherton. There is a sign to turn off but it’s small & easy to miss so keep your eyes peeled!
3. Esplanade Boardwalk
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 5,973 reviews
The Cairns Esplanade is a picturesque 2.5 km stretch of foreshore in the heart of Cairns that is managed by Cairns Regional Council. The parklands, playgrounds, boardwalk, lagoon and recreational facilities are all free entry. Come along and enjoy this stunning facility.
Reviewed By auzzigirls
Love to walk along the Board walk down to the main hub, where you will find the large open green park that surrounds the free and open pool area. There are also childrens play areas and a skate park along the walk which extends from North Cairns to the departure point where the ferries leave to the islands.
4. Dubuji Boardwalk
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 262 reviews
Reviewed By Kevr22 - Adelaide, Australia
A pleasant walk through the rainforest with information boards and leading down to the fabulous Myall beach. There is a picnic area and two sets of toilets so well worth a stroll
5. Mount Bartle Frere
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 10 reviews
Reviewed By RALennox
Came across wild pigs, flocks of parakeets and leeches which dropped from the trees , absolutely loved this challenge to the summit and back in 7 hrs. This was 26 years ago - 1993
6. Mount Sorrow Ridge Trail
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 30 reviews
Reviewed By 245daver
My wife and I arrived at the base of the trail at 1pm and after reading some of the reviews and recommendations were unsure as to whether we should attempt the climb. We are relatively fit and both on the other side of 50 but decided to give it a go. The first kilometres are relatively easy but the last two are pretty brutal. We made the platform in 1hr 20 minutes. The way down was almost as hard taking 1 hour 16 minutes. My suggestion is to climb light and with free hands as there is some rope work and scrambling. Well worth the effort.
7. Kennedy Walking Track
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 37 reviews
Walking trail in South Mission beach open to the public
Reviewed By DAMIHATHSA - Cairns, Australia
The walk leaves from the southern end of South Mission, near the boat ramp. There are some rubbish bins and a toilet there, but didn’t see any water. The full track to Kennedy Bay is signed as 8km and 1h 55m. With a few stops along the way, that was pretty close. For those that want something shorter, you can turn around at any time. The track is made up of boardwalks, steps, rocks, roots, mangroves and beach. The track builders have done a great job and I echo the suggestion of other reviewers to do the walk at, or near, low tide. I was even lucky enough to have a Cassowary greet me at Turtle Bay, no turtles though. PS......take heavy duty insect spray as the mozzies were thick at places like Miji Creek ????❌
8. The Blue Arrow Circuit
9. Wrights Lookout
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 12 reviews
Reviewed By WorldTravla7 - Cairns, Australia
McDonald Track is a great walk for those who want to get out and about and experience some great views and enjoy a good workout. The walk starts at Wrights Lookout which is an easy 200m from the car parking area in Kuranda. Off to the right of the lookout is the start of the track where you will see a gate across the access road. The track is 10km return and takes around 3 hrs. It includes the shorter Surprise Creek walking track for the first 1.6km (3.2km return) which takes you to a nice creek with a swimming area and mini-falls (those wanting a short walk could easily stop here and come back). There is some nice rainforest as well as open valleys on the walk and you get some great views of the Kuranda Range. The track is large and well defined and is actually a 4WD road that follows the power lines up the range and is used for maintenance access. For the extra adventurous, once you reach the end of the McDonald track you can link up with the Douglas track and head up to Glacier Rock for amazing views out to Cairns CBD and Mt Whitfield.
