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Earl Hill Conservation Park loop

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Earl Hill Conservation Park loop

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4.4

(7)

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Earl Hill Conservation Park loop

01:39

5.35km

200m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: April 7, 2026

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Parking

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1.00 km

Earl Hill Conservation Park

Highlight • Forest

Earl Hill Conservation Park protects a coastal headland and surrounding bushland just north of Cairns in Far North Queensland. The walking tracks in the park climb to the summit of Earl Hill, where sweeping views extend across Trinity Bay, the northern beaches and nearby rainforest-covered ranges. With a mix of open woodland and coastal vegetation, it’s a short but rewarding escape where you can immerse yourself in the region’s beautiful tropical landscape.

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2.51 km

Earl Hill summit

Highlight • Summit

Earl Hill Summit is the highest point within Earl Hill Conservation Park, reached via a short but relatively steep walking track through coastal bushland. From the top, you can enjoy panoramic views that stretch across Trinity Bay, Double Island and the northern beaches, with the rainforest-clad ranges rising inland. This exposed summit is a rewarding vantage point over Cairns’ beautiful northern coastline and the surrounding landscape.

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4.19 km

Trinity Beach Lookout

Highlight • Viewpoint

Trinity Beach lookout is a picturesque viewpoint along the Earl Hill walking track overlooking the coastline north of Cairns. From the lookout, the views extend across Trinity Beach and the Coral Sea, with the curve of the shoreline framed by coastal vegetation. It’s a popular stopping point along the trail, offering a clear view of the beach and surrounding headlands below.

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5.35 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.34 km

921 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

4.34 km

710 m

211 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (180 m)

Lowest point (0 m)

Weather

Friday 3 July

25°C

18°C

35 %

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