All Free Activities - Land

The following is a comprehensive list of Free Activities – Land available to the Public for their Enjoyment, Self Improvement & Social Involvement. The Category of Free Activities – Land incorporates the infrastructure and destinations facilitating free to use land activities such as Tracks, Ovals / Grounds, Courts, Equipment, Terrain & Landscapes.
Sub Categories Include: 4×4 Wheel Driving, Adventure, Basketball / Netball Court, Bike Riding, Bird Watching, Exercise Equipment, Football Oval / Field, Horse Riding, Paragliding / Hangliding, Playground, Skate Park, Snow Activities & Walking / Hiking.



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Bike & Walking Trail – Sale Canal, Sale, Gippsland, VIC

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This stunning and varied trail of some 5 km in length, enjoys water views all the way.  Commencing at the Port of Sale, which boasts numerous amenities, the well maintained trail traverses parklands and wetlands, ending at the historic Swing Bridge.  It follows the Sale Canal to the Thomson River, which then flows into the Latrobe River. Diverging off the trail to Read more…

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The Entrance Walk – Lions Park, Lakes Entrance, Gippsland, VIC

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Category: Walking | Hiking and Free Activities - Land
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The 5 km (return) walk to The Entrance comprises of sandy trails, steps, boardwalks and beaches.  Commencing at the car park at the bridge that crosses Cunninghame Arm, to the Surf Life Saving Club and surf beach, the path diverges off the the westward and begins to meander its way along the sand dune – taking in forested areas, views across the Read more…

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Bike Riding – Bairnsdale to Paynesville, Gippsland, VIC

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There are so many bike riding opportunities in this region.  One suggestion is to ride from Bairnsdale to Paynesville, in Gippsland, Victoria. Though the section of the ride noted in blue on the map follows busy roads which may not be appropriate for all cyclists, it is possible to park the car at Howitt Park in Bairnsdale, and ride all the way Read more…

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Hervey Bay Esplanade Trail – Scarness Leg, Hervey Bay, QLD

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A wonderful walking / cycling trail traverses the entire shoreline of Hervey Bay – from Gatakers Bay on Point Vernon to the Urangan Boat Harbour – some 15.2 km away . . . Joining the trail at Scarness bestows the opportunity to head towards Pialba – some 1.5 km away, or, heading in the opposite direction, to the ‘Urangan Boat Harbour’ – some 6.5 km distant . . . The beautifully landscaped park Read more…

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Skate Park – Youth Precinct, Pialba, Hervey Bay, QLD

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This Skate Park is a medium sized facility displaying a variety of obstacles.  It is located on the foreshore of Hervey Bay within the Youth Precinct at Pialba, Queensland. The Skate Park features some excellent ‘street art’ depicting the local legend – the Moha Moha. As part of the ‘Youth Precinct’ the Skate Park is easily accessible via the Hervey Bay Read more…

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Playground – Sth End of Beach Pde, Canton Beach, NSW

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A playground featuring climbing challenges and swings is set amongst sheltered picnic tables and BBQ’s.  Set some 15 m back from the shore, the park enjoys the shelter of numerous mature trees whilst still maximising the views overlooking the tranquil waters of Tuggerah Lake.  The park area is located just south of the boat ramp . . . Helpful Hints: Read more…

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Historic Railway Walking & Bike Riding Trail – Hervey Bay, QLD

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The cycling and walking trail facilities in and around Hervey Bay in Queensland, are wonderful, both for tourists who wish to discover and take in their new surroundings, and, for residents, to enjoy getting about their town. This particular trail, known as the ‘Links Corridor’, follows a section of the disused railway that once transported goods and passengers all the Read more…

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Bike Riding & Walking Trail – Tuggerah Lake Foreshore, Canton Beach, NSW

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The delightful walking / bike riding trail at Canton Beach stretches some 2 km along the shores of Tuggerah Lake.  For the more adventurous, the trail extends further into the dense bushland at the south end.  Riding through the streets of town → across the bridge at Toukley → bestows many varied views from the expansive water views, to the shopping precinct, Read more…

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Playground – Opposite 21 Falls Rd, Fish Creek, Gippsland, VIC

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A colourful playground for the children is situated in a beautifully maintained park land situated in the heart of Fish Creek, Victoria. The park engages this quaint, historical township; where the pride and strength of the community spirit is felt, and witnessed, in the presentation of the township.  The park bestows many facilities such as BBQ’s, picnic tables, public toilets, seating and expansive lawn areas. Read more…

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Hervey Bay Esplanade Trail – Pialba Leg, Hervey Bay, QLD

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A wonderful walking / cycling trail traverses the entire shoreline of Hervey Bay – from Gatakers Bay to the Urangan Boat Harbour – some 14 km in total . . . Joining the trail at Pialba bestows the opportunity to head towards Gatakers Bay on Point Vernon – some 6 km each way, or, heading in the opposite direction, to the ‘Urangan Boat Harbour’ – some 8 Read more…

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Walking Trail – Iluka Nature Reserve, Iluka, NSW

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Category: Walking | Hiking and Free Activities - Land
Helpful Hints: – The Iluka Nature Reserve Walking Trail features: – 2.5 km (5 km return) – Difficulty = Easy – Gradient = Minimal – Maintained Dirt Track – The Main Entance is within close Proximity to the Town Centre – obtain Directions here – Also accessible via Bluff Beach Road  – Some Car Parking available at the Intersection of Long & Crown Streets Read more…

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Walter Pisterman Heritage Walk – Point Nepean National Park, Portsea, Mornington Peninsula, VIC

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Helpful Hints: – List of Points of Interest along the trail – click here – The Trail features: – 500 m from Gunners Cottage to junction with Coles Track – Option to continue east along Coles Track to Fort Nepean add 3.3 km (3.8 km Total) – Option to continue west along Coles Track to the Quarintine Station add 1 km (1.5 km Total) – Difficulty = Easy – Gradient = Minimal – Unsealed track, Read more…

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Gippsland Plains Rail Trail – Stratford to Maffra, Apex Park, Stratford, VIC

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The ‘Gippsland Plains Rail Trail’ utilises a section of the disused railway line running between Traralgon and Stratford via Maffra, Victoria. The leg between Maffra and Stratford, marked in red on the map, is some 9.5 km long (one way) and is easy ride along well maintained trails, featuring varied sceneries of the pasture lands, river flats, creeks and the mountains in the distance. Read more…

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Playground – Opposite 929 Princes Hwy, Nicholson, Gippsland, VIC

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Play Equipment – ‘Rotary Park’, Cnr Burnett Hwy & Cullen Ave, Gayndah, QLD

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The delightful and colourful play equipment in ‘Rotary Park‘ in Gayndah, Queensland, is reminiscent of a bygone era – it is so wonderful to see one of these charismatic parks preserved . . . Complimented with colourful picnic tables – each with their own umbrella – and the ‘Gayndah Swimming Pool‘ as the backdrop – the picture is complete. ‘Rotary Park’ Facilities include:  Sheltered Picnic Tables, and Playground. Helpful Hints: Read more…

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Playground – Bauer St, between Lyons & Burnett Sts, Mundubbera, QLD

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A delightful playground for the children, sheltered by shade sails, is located in the sports and recreation precinct of Mundubbera in Queensland.  Surrounded by the swimming pool on one side, tennis courts on the other, and, a large oval to the rear, the children are spoiled for choice . . . Picnic tables, barbecues and public toilets are also provided.  The main shopping Read more…

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Bay Trail – Port Phillip Bay Foreshore, Mornington Peninsula, VIC

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Disabled Access: Yes
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The entire ‘Port Phillip Bay Trail’ extends spasmodically all the way along the coast of Port Phillip Bay from Point Nepean National Park at the western extremity, through to Mt Eliza being the north-eastern boundary of the Mornington Peninsula. It is generally a relaxing, enjoyable and beautiful bike riding and walking experience that meanders its way along reasonably flat gradients, with surfaces varying from bitumen → Read more…

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Walking, Hiking – Veronica Maybury Memorial Reserve, Golden Beach, Gippsland, VIC

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The Veronica Maybury Memorial Reserve features a 3 km walking track along the perimeter of the reserve. Venturing further afield into the quiet back streets of town there is also plenty to see and experience – Australia’s unique flora, birdlife, kangaroos, wombats, abound . . . Helpful Hints: – Parking available – Things to Do on the Water – Things to Do about Town – Facilities available Read more…

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Playground – Apex Park, Sth End McMillan St at Princes Hwy Intersection, Stratford, VIC

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Amongst the many amenities provided at ‘Apex Park’ in Stratford, Victoria is a wonderful adventure playground for the children. ‘Apex Park’ is nestled on the banks of the Avon River, sheltered by mature trees set on expansive lawns.  Many facilities have been provide including sheltered barbeques, sheltered and unsheltered picnic tables, public toilets, rubbish bins, extra seating, to name a few . Read more…

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Tambo River Mouth Trail – Clues Rd, Johnsonville, VIC

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Commencing from the Harry Clues Memorial Park located on the banks of the Tambo River on Clues Road – just out of the township of Johnsonville, follow the well maintained dirt road which hugs the banks of the Tambo River until the mouth of the river at Lake King is revealed.  Lake King forms part of the Gippsland Lakes system. The gravel road is just under 4 Read more…