Best trails in Charles Darwin National Park
Want to find the best trails in Charles Darwin National Park for an adventurous hike or a family trip? AllTrails has 3 great trails for hiking and walking and more. Enjoy hand-curated trail maps, along with reviews and photos from nature lovers like you.
Ready for your next adventure? Explore one easy hiking trail in Charles Darwin National Park that's great for the whole family. Looking for elevation? Trails in this park range from 298 to 784 feet of elevation gain. Whatever you have planned for the day, you can find the perfect trail for your next trip to Charles Darwin National Park.
Top trails
- 4.1 (71)·Moderate·3.2 mi·Est. 1.5–2 hrWartime history and lush tropical savanna meet on the Wirraway Track, a versatile loop located just a short hop from Darwin’s city centre. Named after the Australian-built training and general-purpose aircraft of World War II, this trail winds through Charles Darwin National Park, passing by historic concrete bunkers and ammunition storage pits. The landscape is a vibrant display of the Top End's coastal vegetation, featuring hardy cycads, palms, and stately gums that offer a fair amount of...
- 4.3 (31)·Moderate·6.2 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hrA great little mountain bike loop near Darwin, Northern Territory. The area has a nice array of trails to explore on your bike. And all super close to the city. This route explores a mix of trails types. Expect singletrack, flowing trails and a few obstacles. The park is in a constant state of being added to, so it is perfect to return to time and time again.
- Easy·2.1 mi·Est. 1–1.5 hrThis loop track winds its way through Charles Darwin National Park, offering a great taste of the Top End woodland environment. The path meanders through open eucalypt forest, typical of the park, with gentle rises and falls. It's primarily designed as a mountain bike trail – expect some flowy sections and maybe a few little dips and climbs – but it's shared, so walkers and runners use it too. Keep an ear out and be ready to share the track nicely. As the name suggests, the trail takes you...
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Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to hike in Charles Darwin National Park?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike in Charles Darwin National Park is Wirraway Track, which has a 4.1 star rating from 71 reviews. This trail is 3.2 mi long with an elevation gain of 475 ft.
What is the longest trail in Charles Darwin National Park?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail in Charles Darwin National Park is Charles Darwin Mountain Bike Loop. This trail is estimated to be 6.2 mi long.
How many trails are in Charles Darwin National Park?
There are 3 trails in Charles Darwin National Park.These trails have an average 4.2-star ratingfrom 102 AllTrails community reviews.
Which trail has the most elevation gain in Charles Darwin National Park?
Charles Darwin Mountain Bike Loop has the most elevation gain with 784 ft of total ascent. The park's runner-up is Wirraway Track, which has 475 ft of elevation gain.
Are there running trails available in Charles Darwin National Park?
According to AllTrails.com, there is 1 running trail in Charles Darwin National Park which is Pumphouse MTB Track with an average 0.0 star rating from 0 community reviews.
Are there biking trails available in Charles Darwin National Park?
According to AllTrails.com, there are 3 biking trails in Charles Darwin National Park and the most popular is Wirraway Track with an average 4.1 star rating from 71 community reviews.
