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Strickland SF
Arboretum Loop Trail
Time: 1 Hr Walking time
Please allow extra time to rest and to explore
4.2 km ESE of Somersby
Length: 2.3 km Walk Length
As this is a Circuit style walk, the 2.3 km includes the walking distance from the start around the loop and back to the start again
Strickland State Forest
Climb: 45 m Total Climbing
This walk has a total cumulative climb of 45 m, this is the total of the elevation gains made in each of the walks uphill sections
There is car access and parking near the start and end of this walk
Style: Circuit
Track: Moderate

A very nice walk through a mixture of native (regrowth) forest and one of Australia's oldest arboretums. The arboretum has both native and exotic trees, with the plantings dating from 1887-1924. This walk takes you along some of the rainforest-clad creeks of Strickland State Forest, before crossing a small suspension bridge and looping through the arboretum with its stands of huge Hoop Pines, Bunya Pines and others. (open in app) more...

 
Bellbird Trail
Time: 1 hr 15 mins Walking time
Please allow extra time to rest and to explore
4.2 km ESE of Somersby
Length: 3.3 km Walk Length
As this is a Circuit style walk, the 3.3 km includes the walking distance from the start around the loop and back to the start again
Strickland State Forest
Climb: 89 m Total Climbing
This walk has a total cumulative climb of 89 m, this is the total of the elevation gains made in each of the walks uphill sections
There is car access and parking near the start and end of this walk
Style: Circuit
Track: Moderate

A great walk, passing through plenty of the Strickland rainforest, and among the tall tress of the arboretum. You are likely to have the sound of Bellbirds adding to the atmosphere along parts of this walk. There are a number of picturesque creek crossings along the way, one with a small suspension bridge. The Banksia picnic area is a very short deviation off the road if you want to make use of the facilities. (open in app) more...

 
Cabbage Tree Trail
Time: 1 Hr Walking time
Please allow extra time to rest and to explore
3.7 km ESE of Somersby
Length: 1.7 km Walk Length
As this is a Circuit style walk, the 1.7 km includes the walking distance from the start around the loop and back to the start again
Strickland State Forest
Climb: 115 m Total Climbing
This walk has a total cumulative climb of 115 m, this is the total of the elevation gains made in each of the walks uphill sections
There is car access and parking near the start and end of this walk
Style: Circuit
Track: Moderate

A beautiful walk from the Banksia picnic area. This walk starts in the dry eucalypt forest, typical of the hilltops in the area, and descends to areas of lush forest, filled with cabbage tree palms and ferns. Some interesting boulder outcrops and the great variety of vegetation just add to the scenery on this excellent walk. (open in app) more...

 
Stoney Creek Trail
Time: 1 Hr Walking time
Please allow extra time to rest and to explore
3.7 km ESE of Somersby
Length: 2.2 km Walk Length
As this is a One Way walk, the 2.2 km only includes the walking distance from the start to the end point
Strickland State Forest
Climb: 58 m Total Climbing
This walk has a total cumulative climb of 58 m, this is the total of the elevation gains made in each of the walks uphill sections
There is car access and parking near the start and end of this walk
Style: One way
Track: Moderate

An excellent walk, spending much of its time in the shaded, rainforest-filled valleys of the Strickland State Forest. From the dry eucalypt forest around the Banksia picnic area, the walk soon descends into moist forest, filled with ferns and cabbage tree palms. You could make this a return walk by retracing your steps, or make it a circuit walk by returning to the Banksia picnic area via the road. (open in app) more...

 
Strickland Falls
Time: 45 mins Walking time
Includes the time for the return leg
Please allow extra time to rest and to explore
3.7 km ESE of Somersby
Length: 1.7 km Walk Length
As this is a return style walk, the 1.7 km includes the return leg of this walk (ie back to the start)
Strickland State Forest
Climb: 87 m Total Climbing
This walk has a total cumulative climb of 87 m, this is the total of the elevation gains made in each of the walks uphill sections
There is car access and parking near the start and end of this walk
Style: Return
Track: Moderate

This walk from the Banksia picnic area, to the Strickland Falls, includes a fantastic variety of forest scenery. The falls themselves are often just a trickle, although the scenery in the area makes the walk well worthwhile. The cliff lines and boulders around the falls are interesting and there are pockets of rainforest in the shaded valleys, dominated by cabbage palm trees. (open in app) more...

 
Strickland Falls and Cabbage Tree loop
Time: 1 hr 30 mins Walking time
Please allow extra time to rest and to explore
3.7 km ESE of Somersby
Length: 3 km Walk Length
As this is a Circuit style walk, the 3 km includes the walking distance from the start around the loop and back to the start again
Strickland State Forest
Climb: 221 m Total Climbing
This walk has a total cumulative climb of 221 m, this is the total of the elevation gains made in each of the walks uphill sections
There is car access and parking near the start and end of this walk
Style: Circuit
Track: Moderate

This excellent loop walk combines the Strickland Falls and Cabbage Tree loop walks. The walk starts in the dry eucalypt forest around the Banksia Picnic Area and soon descends into lush green rainforest remnants, filled with ferns and cabbage tree palms. The walk includes some great scenery along the base of the cliff line and around the falls, although the falls themselves are often just a trickle. A great way to see some of the beautiful scenery of the Strickland State Forest. (open in app) more...

 
Strickland Falls Loop Trail
Time: 1 Hr Walking time
Please allow extra time to rest and to explore
3.7 km ESE of Somersby
Length: 1.8 km Walk Length
As this is a Circuit style walk, the 1.8 km includes the walking distance from the start around the loop and back to the start again
Strickland State Forest
Climb: 133 m Total Climbing
This walk has a total cumulative climb of 133 m, this is the total of the elevation gains made in each of the walks uphill sections
There is car access and parking near the start and end of this walk
Style: Circuit
Track: Moderate

A loop walk with plenty of excellent scenery. The walk starts in the dry eucalypt forest around the Banksia Picnic Area and soon descends into lush green rainforest remnants, filled with ferns and cabbage tree palms. The walk includes some great scenery along the base of the cliff line and around the falls, although the falls themselves are often just a trickle. A great walk to experience a slice of the beautiful scenery of the Strickland State Forest. (open in app) more...

 
Strickland Tour
Time: 3 hrs 30 mins Walking time
Please allow extra time to rest and to explore
3.7 km ESE of Somersby
Length: 8.1 km Walk Length
As this is a Circuit style walk, the 8.1 km includes the walking distance from the start around the loop and back to the start again
Strickland State Forest
Climb: 402 m Total Climbing
This walk has a total cumulative climb of 402 m, this is the total of the elevation gains made in each of the walks uphill sections
There is car access and parking near the start and end of this walk
Style: Circuit
Track: Moderate

A grand tour of the Strickland State Forest. This great walk covers most of the established walking tracks in Strickland and enjoys much of the excellent scenery available in the area. Plenty of time is spent in the lush green, rainforest-filled valleys, and there is some really nice boulder and cliff scenery along the way. A loop through the old arboretum adds further interest to the walk. (open in app) more...

 
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