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Red Arrow Circuit – Red Arrow Circuit Lookout loop from Manunda

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Red Arrow Circuit – Red Arrow Circuit Lookout loop from Manunda

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Red Arrow Circuit – Red Arrow Circuit Lookout loop from Manunda

01:53

6.49km

130m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 8, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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1.59 km

Red Arrow Circuit

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

The Red Arrow Circuit climbs through bamboo-filled rainforest with paved trails and over 250 stairs, it's a great workout with rewarding views along the way. To extend this workout, add on the Blue Arrow Circuit. This forest is home to tree kangaroos, scrub turkeys, goannas, and rich birdlife.

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2.00 km

Red Arrow Circuit Lookout

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The Red Arrow Circuit Lookout has views over Cairns, the airport, the coastline, and surrounding mountains. It’s a popular spot for sunrise and sunset since it's so close to the parking area. The approach is steep but worthwhile.

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2.31 km

Aeroglen Lookout on the Blue Arrow Circuit

Highlight • Viewpoint

Just a few steps off the Blue Arrow Circuit, this lookout point has a covered observation area and signage explaining local wildlife and fauna. There are great views of the Coral Sea and of the airport.

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2.48 km

View of Trinity Bay and Cairns Airport

Highlight • Viewpoint

Here there is a great lookout point over Trinity Bay, with Cairns Airport also in the distance. Generally, a viewpoint over an airport doesn't sound too scenic or serene, but this view is the exception. It is definitely a spot worth pausing for.

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6.49 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

3.45 km

2.73 km

318 m

Surfaces

2.87 km

1.65 km

1.50 km

405 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (130 m)

Lowest point (0 m)

Weather

Wednesday 22 July

26°C

14°C

0 %

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Red Arrow Circuit – Red Arrow Circuit Lookout loop from Manunda

Red Arrow Circuit

Red Arrow Circuit Lookout

Aeroglen Lookout on the Blue Arrow Circuit

View of Trinity Bay and Cairns Airport

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