Best Walks in Canberra (2026)
Planning your next outing? These are 36 of the best walks in Canberra right now, whether you're after a lazy weekend, a day with the kids or somewhere new to explore. We rank each one by our Spot Score and keep the list fresh, so you're always seeing what's actually worth your time.
36 spots
Mount Taylor Nature Reserve
297 hectares of native bushland, with hiking trails, picnic tables & panoramic views from a ridge.
Black Mountain Nature Reserve
Parks in Civic, Canberra.
Jerrabomberra Wetlands Nature Reserve
Outdoor conservation area with walking paths & small shelters from which visitors can observe birds.
Red Hill Nature Reserve
Hiking trails through grassy woodland for hilltop views over Canberra, plus cockatoos & kangaroos.
Mount Painter Nature Reserve
Parks in Belconnen, Canberra.
Tidbinbilla Sanctuary
Walks in Fyshwick, Canberra.
The Pinnacle
Walks in Belconnen, Canberra.
Bruce Ridge Nature Reserve
Walks in Belconnen, Canberra.
Tuggeranong Hill Nature Reserve
Parks in Tuggeranong, Canberra.
Urambi Hills Nature Reserve
Parks in Tuggeranong, Canberra.
Isaacs Ridge Nature Reserve
Walks in Woden, Canberra.
Wanniassa Hills Nature Reserve
Parks in Tuggeranong, Canberra.
One Tree Hill Trail
Walks in Civic, Canberra.
Bullen Range Nature Reserve
Wild land criss-crossed with hiking trails through hill land inhabited by native species.
Kambah Centenary Trail
Walks in Civic, Canberra.
Percival Hill Nature Reserve
Parks in Gungahlin, Canberra.
Cooleman Ridge Nature Track
Walks in Woden, Canberra.
Molonglo River Reserve
Walks in Civic, Canberra.
Walks in Canberra — FAQs
What are the best walks in Canberra?+
Our top-rated walks in Canberra are ranked by our Spot Score, which combines Google ratings, review volume, category fit and how recently we verified the details. The highest scorers appear at the top of this page.
How is the Canberra walks ranking decided?+
We blend independent signals — Google star ratings and review counts, popularity, the quality of available information and freshness — into a single Spot Score out of 100. It's an editorial score, not a paid placement.
Can I filter walks by suburb or price?+
Yes. Use the filters to narrow by suburb, minimum rating, price level, whether a place is open now, and features like dog-friendly or outdoor seating.
How many walks are listed in Canberra?+
We currently feature 36 walks across Canberra and surrounding suburbs, and we add and re-check venues regularly.