Walking Trails
Explore the Earth
|
|
The Wallaby TrailWalk where the wallabies roam, through open bushland and amongst towering granite boulders, and experience the peaceful beauty of Earth & Soul Retreat’s natural environment as you meander along Cannon Creek.
|
Earth & Soul Map
Information on the walking trails is available in your services guide, including this bespoke map which details the 18 kilometres of walking tracks within the 300 acre of Earth & Soul Retreat.
|
Guided Walks
We love showing people around Earth & Soul.
Let us show you around!
We thoroughly enjoy taking people for walks and sharing our love for the beautiful places on Earth & Soul Retreat. Areas that require a guide include Cannon Creek Gorge, the Dragon’s Backbone and Cannon Creek Top Crossing, however we are happy to include any areas of interest. |
|
The Wallaby TrailWalk where the wallabies roam, through open bushland and amongst towering granite boulders, and experience the peaceful beauty of Earth & Soul Retreat’s natural environment as you meander along Cannon Creek.
|
The Earth & Soul Experience
There is a touch of paradise in the style and nature of the retreat with an easy transition from the cabins to the surrounding world of nature. Situated on 300 acres of natural, protected bushland in the gentle quiet of the Granite Belt, Earth & Soul Retreat is only 12.5 kilometres from the heart of Stanthorpe, yet feels in a world of its own.
The Complete PackageEvery stay is personalised with your own selections so you can arrive confident that everything you need is already here. All you have to do is get cosy and comfortable in front of the fire.
|
Walking Trails & Activities
There are 18 kilometres of walking trails throughout the property and along Cannon Creek Gorge. You can truly experience living in nature and explore the natural bushland.
|
Spiritual Escape
There is a spiritual feel to Earth & Soul. The energy of nature is nurtured in the Labyrinths and Tree of Life Spiritual Walk. Personalised sessions and walks are also available.
|
The Earth & Soul Experience
There is a touch of paradise in the style and nature of the retreat with an easy transition from the cabins to the surrounding world of nature. Situated on 300 acres of natural, protected bushland in the gentle quiet of the Granite Belt, Earth & Soul Retreat is only 12.5 kilometres from the heart of Stanthorpe, yet feels in a world of its own.
The Complete Package
Every stay is personalised with your own selections so you can arrive confident that everything you need is already here. All you have to do is get cosy and comfortable in front of the fire.
|
Walking Trails & Activities
There are 18 kilometres of walking trails throughout the property and along Cannon Creek Gorge. You can truly experience living in nature and explore the natural bushland.
|
Spiritual Escape
There is a spiritual feel to Earth & Soul. The energy of nature is nurtured in the Labyrinths and Tree of Life Spiritual Walk. Personalised sessions and walks are also available.
|
Picnic Spaces
There is a table & chairs at St Bernard Rock.
Nestled in the southern corner of the Tree of Life Spiritual Walk.
St Bernard Rock is a large rock in the shape of a St Bernard dog.
Alternatively, if suitable you can sit among the stones of the walk itself and take in the expanse of the open sky.
Nestled in the southern corner of the Tree of Life Spiritual Walk.
St Bernard Rock is a large rock in the shape of a St Bernard dog.
Alternatively, if suitable you can sit among the stones of the walk itself and take in the expanse of the open sky.
Advisory Note: All walks require protective footwear and clothing including a hat. Carry a first aid kit or at least a snake bite kit. Also carry drinking water.
Bush Walks
Cannon Creek Gorge (guide required). 1 hr round walk - fill in a morning or an afternoon .
Cannon Creek Top Crossing - 1 hr round walk - fill in a morning or an afternoon exploring the rocky creek bed of Cannon Creek.
Doro's Hole on the Broadwater - 1.5 to 2 hr round walk
Arrange a picnic or BBQ lunch (there are wood-fired BBQ facilities along the creek) and spend the afternoon enjoying Doro's Hole - swimming, kayaking. Alternatively, arrive after lunch and relax around Doro's Hole, leading to a BBQ dinner. You can walk or drive to Doro's Hole.
Dragon's Backbone (guide required). 1.5 to 2 hr round walk. Currently closed - too wet to get at.
I wouldn't plan any other bushwalks along with the Dragon's Backbone. It can be a tiring walk and incorporated with morning/afternoon tea and maybe a picnic lunch, this will fill your day. Add with it an evening walk at the Earth & Soul Labyrinth or the Tree of Life Spiritual Walk and you may have the perfect day .
The Fortress
An easy walk along the Wallaby Trail, over the Paperbark Crossing, halfway between the Amphitheatre and the turn off to the Top of the Gorge, turn in to the Fortress, 108 metres, through a field of stone and wildflowers.
Gorge Terraces
The Gorge Terraces may be accessed from the Dragon's Backbone trail, south of the cabins. It is only 575 metres from the Earth Cabin to the Gorge Terraces. Alternatively, you can walk from the Labyrinth to the Gorge turnoff on the back wall of the Dam. Don't go down into the gorge but continue along the dam wall to the south. Go over the dam overflow and follow the trail of pink tags and rocks along the western edge of Cannon Creek & the Gorge.
The Buddhas in the Bush
Within 100 metres of the Labyrinth, off the main Gorge Track. The Buddhas in the Bush is a meditation glade in a loop down to large boulders and bush on the edge of Cannon Creek.
Five Cascades
Off the main Gorge Track only 50 metres from the Labyrinth. When Cannon Creek is running this is one of the most beautiful places.
The Wallaby Trail
The Wallaby Trail goes off the main path between the Labyrinth & the Gorge.
Go down over the Paperbark Crossing, through the Amphitheatre and continue to the Broadwater & Doro's Hole.
The Ridge Walk
Follows a granite ridge that runs parallel with the Broadwater, from half way along the main road from the Labyrinth down to Doro's Hole.
Cannon Creek Top Crossing - 1 hr round walk - fill in a morning or an afternoon exploring the rocky creek bed of Cannon Creek.
Doro's Hole on the Broadwater - 1.5 to 2 hr round walk
Arrange a picnic or BBQ lunch (there are wood-fired BBQ facilities along the creek) and spend the afternoon enjoying Doro's Hole - swimming, kayaking. Alternatively, arrive after lunch and relax around Doro's Hole, leading to a BBQ dinner. You can walk or drive to Doro's Hole.
Dragon's Backbone (guide required). 1.5 to 2 hr round walk. Currently closed - too wet to get at.
I wouldn't plan any other bushwalks along with the Dragon's Backbone. It can be a tiring walk and incorporated with morning/afternoon tea and maybe a picnic lunch, this will fill your day. Add with it an evening walk at the Earth & Soul Labyrinth or the Tree of Life Spiritual Walk and you may have the perfect day .
The Fortress
An easy walk along the Wallaby Trail, over the Paperbark Crossing, halfway between the Amphitheatre and the turn off to the Top of the Gorge, turn in to the Fortress, 108 metres, through a field of stone and wildflowers.
Gorge Terraces
The Gorge Terraces may be accessed from the Dragon's Backbone trail, south of the cabins. It is only 575 metres from the Earth Cabin to the Gorge Terraces. Alternatively, you can walk from the Labyrinth to the Gorge turnoff on the back wall of the Dam. Don't go down into the gorge but continue along the dam wall to the south. Go over the dam overflow and follow the trail of pink tags and rocks along the western edge of Cannon Creek & the Gorge.
The Buddhas in the Bush
Within 100 metres of the Labyrinth, off the main Gorge Track. The Buddhas in the Bush is a meditation glade in a loop down to large boulders and bush on the edge of Cannon Creek.
Five Cascades
Off the main Gorge Track only 50 metres from the Labyrinth. When Cannon Creek is running this is one of the most beautiful places.
The Wallaby Trail
The Wallaby Trail goes off the main path between the Labyrinth & the Gorge.
Go down over the Paperbark Crossing, through the Amphitheatre and continue to the Broadwater & Doro's Hole.
The Ridge Walk
Follows a granite ridge that runs parallel with the Broadwater, from half way along the main road from the Labyrinth down to Doro's Hole.
Click on the pictures below to find out about each of the popular walks.
Other Experiences
Earth & Soul is the perfect setting for anyone seeking the serenity of the creative muse.
Seeking that elusive inspiration often requires the writer to venture out into the big world out there, gathering ideas, words, phrases, relationships like items in a shopping trolley and then returning to the creative sanctuary to artistically structure and sculpt.
The natural setting and the spiritual aspects of Earth & Soul lend themselves to this experience.
Nurturing the creative spirit.
Seeking that elusive inspiration often requires the writer to venture out into the big world out there, gathering ideas, words, phrases, relationships like items in a shopping trolley and then returning to the creative sanctuary to artistically structure and sculpt.
The natural setting and the spiritual aspects of Earth & Soul lend themselves to this experience.
Nurturing the creative spirit.
Information on the walking trails is available in your services guide. There are 18 kilometers of walking tracks within the 300 acres of the Earth & Soul property.
- Search for Wildflowers. (View the Wildflower Gallery)
- Quietly watch and wait for the Birdlife to make an appearance. (View the Birdlife Gallery)
- Discover the quiet, reclusive wildlife . (View the Other Animals Gallery)
- Explore Cannon Creek Gorge.
- Dip your toe into the water at Doro's Hole on the Broadwater.
- Kayaking & Swimming - enjoy a paddle down the waterhole.
- Find your way to the Cannon Creek Top Crossing.
- Walk the Dragon's Backbone.