Ancient landscapes
The newly opened Gidjuum Gulganyi Walk in the Tweed Byron Hinterland charts a 42-kilometre, four-day course through the Gondwana rainforest and ancient volcanic terrain of Mount Jerusalem National Park, Whian Whian State Conservation Area and Nightcap National Park, ending at the stunning Minyon Falls lookout. This self-guided or guided trail traverses Widjabul Wia-bal and Minjungbal Country, part of the Bundjalung Nation. Its name, Gidjuum Gulganyi, means ‘Old People’s Track’ in the language of the traditional owners, who’ve been custodians of these lands for many thousands of years. But make no mistake, this is in fact a challenging walk, hence the four-day timeframe. Along the journey through remarkably biodiverse habitat, walkers will encounter ancient forests, sweeping caldera views, plunging waterfalls and rich Indigenous heritage. Three new campgrounds, each featuring…
