Strickland State Forest Trails, Somersby, embracing one of Australia’s oldest living tree museums, first planted in 1887.

Bouddi Coastal Walk, Putty Beach—MacMasters Beach, rated one of the most beautiful walks in all of Australia. 

Rumbalara Reserve, Gosford, a network of trails that includes the  Explorers’ Walk: look for the bronze statues of Flinders, Eyre, Kingsford Smith and Sturt.

Patonga—Pearl Beach Walking Track through Brisbane Water National Park, with great cafes at either end of the walk.

Emerald Oasis Track, Propan National Park, Somersby where overhanging ferns, native flora and filtered sunlight enhance the emerald green of the water.

Photo credits:
Strickland State Forest: Central Coast Drones.
Bouddi Coastal Walk: Sudesh Pingamage.