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Red and Blue Arrow circuit

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Queensland

Red and Blue Arrow circuit

Moderate

4.2

(11)

hikers

Red and Blue Arrow circuit

02:27

7.73km

310m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: July 10, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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905 m

Red Arrow Circuit Lookout

Highlight • Viewpoint

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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1.78 km

Blue Arrow Circuit

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The Blue Arrow Circuit is one of the longer circuits in Mount Whitfield Conservation Park. The track is well-marked and easy to follow and popular with runners and bushwalkers looking for a bit of good elevation gain and descent.

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3.71 km

Mount Lumley Lookout

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This lookout offers expansive views over Cairns, Trinity Bay, and the Coral Sea from the eastern slopes of Mount Whitfield Conservation Park. Surrounded by tropical rainforest, there is a lovely …

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3.84 km

Lumley Hill

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Lumley Hill is a steady climb to a summit with a helicopter pad and great views. The ascent winds through tropical forests that gradually change into drier woods as you …

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5.52 km

Mount Whitfield Conservation Park

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Mount Whitfield Conservation Park protects more than 300 hectares of tropical rainforest and open forest on the edge of Cairns, providing an important refuge for native wildlife just minutes from …

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7.73 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.67 km

3.05 km

Surfaces

4.58 km

1.96 km

747 m

343 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Weather

Friday 17 July

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