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Blue Arrow Circuit – Red Arrow Circuit Lookout loop from Whitfield

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Blue Arrow Circuit – Red Arrow Circuit Lookout loop from Whitfield

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Blue Arrow Circuit – Red Arrow Circuit Lookout loop from Whitfield

03:12

10.2km

370m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: June 17, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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5.42 km

Mount Whitfield Conservation Park

Nature Reserve

5.62 km

Blue Arrow Circuit

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

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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7.13 km

View of Trinity Bay and Cairns Airport

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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 …

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7.30 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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7.60 km

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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8.33 km

Cairns Botanic Gardens Visitor Centre

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The Cairns Botanic Gardens is a tropical paradise and an education centre on Australia's flora and horticulture. The gardens are free to visit and open every day from 7:30 am …

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8.54 km

Night Walk Outside the Botanic Gardens

Highlight • Forest

When darkness falls, you can observe many interesting animals. With a flashlight or headlamp, you can find them relatively quickly along the path. Don't forget your mosquito repellent.

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10.2 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

5.20 km

3.07 km

1.32 km

377 m

Surfaces

4.84 km

2.16 km

1.64 km

707 m

332 m

290 m

Elevation

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Highest point (330 m)

Lowest point (10 m)

Weather

Friday 17 July

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13°C

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Blue Arrow Circuit – Red Arrow Circuit Lookout loop from Whitfield

Blue Arrow Circuit

View of Trinity Bay and Cairns Airport

Aeroglen Lookout on the Blue Arrow Circuit

Red Arrow Circuit Lookout

Cairns Botanic Gardens Visitor Centre

Night Walk Outside the Botanic Gardens

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