{"id":4300,"date":"2019-06-04T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2019-06-03T14:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/cms.star1045.com.au\/uncategorized\/top-5-hikes-central-coast-2019\/"},"modified":"2019-06-04T00:00:00","modified_gmt":"2019-06-03T14:00:00","slug":"top-5-hikes-central-coast-2019","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/cms.star1045.com.au\/home\/top-5-hikes-central-coast-2019\/","title":{"rendered":"Top 5 hikes on the Central Coast"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cms.star1045.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/gettyimages-1039315630.jpg\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong><em>We summit up.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><strong>Piles Creek Loop\u00a0<\/strong><strong>I 4km loop\u00a0<strong>I Brisbane Water National Park\u00a0<\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019re a hiker that not only loves a good walk, but an awesome hiking Instagram shot \u2013 then the Piles Creek loop is the one for you! This 2 \u00bd hour hike will let you trek through massive eucalyptus trees, past rivers, and along a suspension bridge that\u2019s been the background for many an Instagram shot. It kicks off at the Girrakool Picnic Area in Brisbane Water National Park, and loops around the river for a 4km hike.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cms.star1045.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/2019-01-30_07_46_01-pilescreekloopwalk_hashtag_on_instagram_photos_and_videos.png\" width=\"397\" height=\"397\" \/><\/p>\n<p><em>Image: Instagram\/@noberteuese<\/em><\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><strong>Patonga to Pearl Beach Walking Track\u00a0<strong>I 3km one way\u00a0<strong>I<\/strong>\u00a0Brisbane Water National Park<\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>This moderately challenging hike will lead you on a scenic climb with breathtaking views of Broken Bay and the Hawkesbury River. The 2-3 hour trail begins at the Patonga Boat ramp and finishes off at the crystal clear waters of Pearl Beach. This hiking trail if definitely a precious pearl of the Central Coast!<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cms.star1045.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/2019-06-04_10_33_51-patonga_to_pearl_beach_track_on_instagram_photos_and_videos.png\" \/><\/p>\n<p><em>Image: Instagram\/@beamerbell<\/em><\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><strong>Bouddi Coastal Walk\u00a0<strong><strong>I 8.5km one way\u00a0<strong><strong>I Bouddi National Park\u00a0<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><strong><br \/><\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>This eight-kilometre walk is stretched across the rugged and beautiful coastline of Bouddi National Park, and is a must if you\u2019re after sweeping views, cool rainforest, and secluded bays. In fact, it is actually known as one of the best coastal walks in all of Aus! This hike will see you walking across soft sand and climb hills so it will really tone that bouddi!<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cms.star1045.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/2019-06-04_10_32_43-bouddi_coastal_walk_on_instagram_photos_and_videos.png\" \/><\/p>\n<p><em>Image: Instagram\/@hasslefreebnb<\/em><\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><strong>Hominy Creek Walking Track\u00a0<strong>I 5.5km loop\u00a0<strong>I Popran National Park\u00a0<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>This five-kilometre circuit is a relaxing and tranquil respite from the stresses of daily life. Nestled under eucalyptus trees, the trail is accessed via the Ironbark Picnic Area and stretches off the Mount Olive Trail. After sweating it up, cool down in the Emerald Pool at the end of the track \u2013 you deserve it!<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cms.star1045.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/2019-05-15_13_23_23-popran_national_park_on_instagram_photos_and_videos.png\" \/><\/p>\n<p><em>Image: Instagram\/@roothee<\/em><\/p>\n<p><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Girrakool Loop Track\u00a0<\/strong><strong>I 2km loop\u00a0<strong>I<\/strong>\u00a0Brisbane Water National Park<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>This 2km bushwalk will only take you around thirty minutes to complete, meaning there\u2019s plenty of time left to marvel at the beautiful scenery all along this track. There\u2019s beautiful bushland, an Aboriginal rock engraving site, and concludes at the stunning Kariong Brook Falls! Make sure to pack your camera!<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cms.star1045.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/2019-06-04_10_31_50-kariong_brook_falls_on_instagram_photos_and_videos.png\" \/><\/p>\n<p><em>Image: Instagram\/@cassandra90gordon<\/em><\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><strong>SEE ALSO:<\/strong>\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/cms.star1045.com.au\/articles\/5-beautiful-hidden-gems-central-coast\">5 beautiful hidden gems on the Central Coast\u00a0<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>SEE ALSO:<\/strong><span>\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/cms.star1045.com.au\/articles\/best-dog-friendly-hikes-central-coast\">The best dog-friendly hikes on the Central Coast\u00a0<\/a><\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><em>Written by Kate Stevens\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n<p><em>Header image: Getty\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n<p><em>Images: Instagram\u00a0<\/em><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>We summit up. \u00a0 Piles Creek Loop\u00a0I 4km loop\u00a0I Brisbane Water National Park\u00a0 If you\u2019re a hiker that not only loves a good walk, but an awesome hiking Instagram shot \u2013 then the Piles Creek loop is the one for you! 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