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The summit of Mount Tennent rises to about 1,375 metres, making it one of the most prominent peaks visible from southern Canberra. From the top, there are beautiful views across Namadgi National Park, including the Gudgenby Valley and distant peaks of the Australian Alps.

Cypress Pine Lookout is one of the main viewpoints along the Mount Tennent Track, roughly halfway up the mountain. The lookout sits near stands of native cypress pine and opens up to wide views across the Gudgenby Valley toward the surrounding ranges of Namadgi National Park. It’s an ideal place for a scenic break before continuing the climb toward the summit.

Mount Tennent Track is a relatively challenging route that climbs steadily to the summit. The well-formed path passes through dry forest and rocky slopes, gaining significant elevation as it winds up the mountain’s ridgeline. Along the way, there are several viewpoints with expansive views across the Gudgenby Valley and surrounding ranges.

The Lake Ginninderra Shared Path is a sealed multi-use route that loops around the shoreline of Lake Ginninderra through parklands, recreation areas, and sections of lakeside bushland. Popular with walkers, runners, and cyclists, the route offers continuous, beautiful views of the water the entire way, especially if you're here at sunset.

Emu Bank Bridge is a dedicated pedestrian and cycling bridge that crosses Lake Ginninderra, connecting the Belconnen Town Centre waterfront with parkland and walking paths on the opposite shore. As part of the lake’s shared path network, there are fantastic panoramic views across the water toward the surrounding suburbs and skyline of Belconnen.

Lake Ginninderra is a beautiful artificial lake, created in 1974 by damming Ginninderra Creek. There are several parklands, walking and cycling paths, and popular recreation areas near the Belconnen Town Centre and the University of Canberra that surround the lake. Its open shoreline and wetlands attract a variety of waterbirds, making it a well-known spot for walking, picnicking, and enjoying the lakeside views.

The East Basin is part of Lake Burley Griffin, spanning from the Kings Avenue Bridge towards the Jerrabomberra Wetlands and Dairy Flat. While walking or biking around East Basin, there are often rowers, windsurfers, dragon boaters, and stand-up paddleboarders on the water.

In 1964, the Molonglo River was dammed, creating this wetland. Today, these 260 hectares of land, forest, and waterways are protected. Within this park are the Kells Swamp Loop, Woodland Walk, and Billabong Walk. Keep your eyes peeled for platypuses, rakali, and micro-bats, and from the bird blind, you may see a few of the 200 bird species that visit this wetland every year.