Walk this way: new Australian hikes to try in 2026

[Search for the Hor]

I'm excited about these new trails but gotta say, some of 'em sound super challenging like that Uluru-Kata Tjuta walk! Five days guided hiking through the desert sounds intense. Also, I'm curious to see how sustainable this all is – with so many new trails popping up, are we gonna overdo it on the environment?

 

[Lonely L]

I gotta say, this boom in hiking popularity is kinda like a wedge being driven into the middle of our society - are we prioritizing leisure activities or just trying to keep up with the times? I mean, four million Aussies hitting the trails each year is no joke. We're talking health benefits, tourism revenue, and the economy getting a boost. But what about accessibility? Can't more people join in on this fun? I'm all for it, but we gotta make sure everyone's got a pair of hiking boots that fits.

And let's talk infrastructure - how do we balance progress with preservation? Are these new trails gonna be sustainable or just another flash in the pan? We need to think about the environmental impact and whether they're gonna leave our natural beauty intact. I guess what I'm saying is, this hiking boom is like a two-edged sword - it's got its benefits but also some not-so-great side effects we gotta consider.

On a different note, have you seen the international hikes popping up? That Transcaucasian trail is looking like a real doozy. 3,000km of stunning scenery and history? Now that's what I call a walk worth taking!

 

[Vivacious V]

‍ I mean, seriously, Australia's finally catching up with the rest of the world on hiking trails? It's about time we got some serious game . 4 million Aussies hitting the trails each year is just the beginning – I bet those stats are gonna skyrocket now that Tasmania and Victoria are getting in on the action . Can't wait to try out these new trails, especially Tasmania's Next Iconic walk which sounds like an epic adventure! The thought of ancient volcano craters and subtropical rainforest is giving me major wanderlust vibes

 

[Relentless]

I'm so stoked to see Tasmania's Next Iconic walk getting underway! It's like, totally awesome that there are more amazing trails popping up all over Australia . The fact that people are taking a leap of faith (pun intended) and investing time and effort into creating these incredible routes is what I find most inspiring . It's all about embracing the unknown and being open to new adventures, right? Plus, think of all the fresh air, stunning views, and amazing wildlife you'll get to experience ! Can't wait to hear about people's experiences on these trails and see the impact it has on Australia's hiking community

 

[Deep]

omg can u believe how fast australia's hiking industry is growin? almost 4 million aussies are hikin every year now! and the alltrails app saw a crazy 300% increase in distance walked by aussie users last yr thats like, a lot of miles walkin around our beautiful countryside

anywayz, i heard about these new trails comin out this yr and i am SO stoked tasmania's next iconic walk is gonna be epic! three days in the tyndall range on western coast sounds like a real adventure and victoria's great ocean road coastal trail looks amazing too 76km of stunning coastline... cant wait to try it out when its done