Celebrating Success: 2023 Perth Airport Tourism Awards
Celebrating Success: 2023 Perth Airport Tourism Awards Off The Beaten Track WA is thrilled to share the exciting news of our recent triumph at the 2023 Perth Airport Tourism Awards! It was an unforgettable night filled with anticipation and joy as we proudly accepted not just one, but three prestigious awards that truly highlight our […]
Top 10 Winter Hiking Trails in Perth
Winter is the best time to explore Perth’s hiking trails! The rains have filled the brooks and streams, the waterfalls are flowing, the forest has come alive and is vibrant with lush green foliage, vibrant moss and even the spot of colour from wildflowers. Perth’s Mediterranean climate means our winters are mild and wet… but […]
Nature’s Healing Trail: Unveiling the Mental Health Benefits of Hiking
Nature’s Healing Trail: Unveiling the Mental Health Benefits of Hiking In the hustle and bustle of our modern lives, finding moments of tranquillity and peace can be challenging. We often find ourselves caught up in the never-ending cycle of work, responsibilities, and the constant buzz of technology. However, amidst the chaos, there is a hidden […]
Bluff Knoll – a challenging yet rewarding hike
Bluff Knoll or Pualaar Miial in the Stirling Ranges is the highest peak in the South West of Western Australia. It stands tall and proud at 1,099 metres above sea level. You’ll find this mountain just over an hour outside of Albany and approximately 4.5hrs south of Perth. It’s most delightful claim to fame: The […]
Hiking Poles 101
Do you love hiking but hate the idea of lugging around a heavy backpack? Well, hiking poles might be the perfect solution for you! Hiking poles can help reduce fatigue, improve your stability on rugged terrain, and even help you hike faster. But with so many different types of hiking poles on the market, how […]
Top 10 Must Have Items When Hiking Perth’s Trails
There are some lovely urban walking trails within Perth’s metro area where the only hiking “gear” you might need for a few hours is just some water and sun protection. Being in a populated area has you within yahoo’s distance of help if you need it. It’s a little different when you head out into […]
Setting Hiking Goals
Remember that first really nasty hill you encountered hiking, the one that made your lungs and legs burn and had you wondering whether this hiking gig was actually gonna be good for you? Most of us on that hill would have stopped regularly pretending to take in the view, when all we were really doing […]
Snake Awareness Hiking in Perth
While summer seems to be the season hikers are on the lookout for our slithery friends, the truth of the matter is, Perth snakes are active all year round! Yes, you’re more likely to see them in summer but this is due to their ectothermic metabolism. Like all reptiles, snakes are cold-blooded and can’t produce […]
Climate Change
A small change makes a big difference! There has been a lot of talk about Climate Change lately, but have you really been paying attention? It is real and it is already happening! Human-caused climate change has already increased the risk of floods and extreme rainfall, heatwaves and wildfires with implications for humans, animals and […]
How to Pack for an Overnight Hike
When you have to carry all your gear in a backpack for an overnight or multi-day hiking trip, you need to think about two major things; what’s really necessary (and what’s not), and weight. A common mistake for first-timers is to over-pack. Nothing ruins a hike more than carrying too much. Yet you also need […]
