Flinders Island Walks

Distance: 1.5 km | Time: 30–45 minutes return | Grade: Easy

Perfect for a gentle stroll, the Lady Barron Foreshore Walk follows the coastline from the port to Yellow Beach. With views across Franklin Sound and plenty of birdlife along the way, this walk is great for spotting oystercatchers and taking in sea breezes. It’s also pram and kid-friendly — ideal for a relaxed afternoon out.

Distance: 5.5 km return | Time: 4–6 hours | Grade: Hard

For those up for a Flinders Island hike, this is the one. Climbing to the island’s highest point at 756 metres, the Strzelecki Peaks Walk is both challenging and rewarding. The trail ascends through the forest and up over granite ridges to a summit that reveals panoramic views of the entire island and beyond. Allow time for breaks and take plenty of water — Flinders Island hiking doesn't get much better than this.

Distance: 4.5 km return | Time: 1.5–2 hours | Grade: Moderate

This coastal walk near Marshall Bay takes you past windswept dunes and rugged shoreline to the iconic Castle Rock, a towering granite boulder perched above the sea. It’s one of the most popular Flinders Island walking tracks and a great option for photographers or walkers after a less strenuous, scenic route.

DescriptionDistance: 2 km return | Time: 1 hour | Grade: Easy–Moderate

Starting at the Trousers Point picnic area, this walk loops along the coast beneath Strzelecki National Park. It’s a great self-guided walk on Flinders Island, offering dramatic headlands, hidden coves and turquoise waters — plus, some of the island’s best beach views. Keep an eye out for wallabies and seabirds along the way. goes here

Distance: 2.7 km loop | Time: 30–45 minutes | Grade: Easy

This local favourite near Whitemark is perfect for morning walks or light jogs. The Bluff Track includes interpretive signs, fitness stations and coastal views, making it a great option for those easing into hiking or just stretching their legs before breakfast.

Distance: Approx. 5 km return | Time: 2–3 hours | Grade: Moderate

Wombat Rock is one of the most iconic Flinders Island walking tracks, offering a unique self-guided hike through fascinating geology and sweeping views. Starting from the top car park on The Dock Road (off Palana Road), the trail takes you up the eastern peak of Mount Killiecrankie. Along the way, you'll pass giant, wind-sculpted boulders, including the namesake wombat-shaped rock and enjoy panoramic coastal vistas. For keen walkers, this Flinders Island hike can link to the Diamond Gully Track for a longer adventure.

Distance: Approx. 7 km one way | Time: 3–4 hours one way | Grade: Moderate

A coastal gem among Flinders Island walks, this point-to-point track weaves through diverse terrain, from quiet forest to striking cliffs and white sandy beaches. Starting at The Dock and ending at the Killiecrankie Beach picnic area (or in reverse), this walk is peppered with hand-painted signs and detours like Stacky’s Bight. Ideal for a self-guided walk, it's best completed with a car shuffle for convenience. This Flinders Island walking tour stands out for its dramatic scenery and geological features.

Distance: Part of a larger circuit | Time: 4–5 hours return | Grade: Moderate

Expect windswept granite, coastal views and a mix of forest and beach walking. Starting from The Dock or Killiecrankie, this route climbs Mount Killiecrankie and winds around Stacky’s Bight. It's one of the more varied Flinders Island walking tours — perfect for those wanting a longer, more immersive day out on foot.

Distance: 7–10 km circuit | Time: 6–8 hours | Grade: Moderate–Hard

One of the most rewarding full-day Flinders Island hikes, this loop combines Wombat Rock, The Dock to Killiecrankie and the Diamond Gully Track. It's a challenging and varied trail, from scrambling over boulders to wandering along beaches. Views from Mount Killiecrankie's summit make the effort worthwhile. This Flinders Island walk is a true highlight for adventurous walkers seeking dramatic landscapes and coastal serenity.

Distance: Approx. 6 km return | Time: 2–3 hours | Grade: Easy–Moderate

This coastal Flinders Island walk is not to be missed for nature lovers and birdwatchers. Starting at the end of Memana Road, the trail winds through wetlands and along a remote beach towards the striking Red Bluff headland. The area is known for its birdlife, including soldier crabs and waterbirds and the resting site of a pod of stranded pilot whales from the 1970s. A peaceful self-guided walk on Flinders Island, this is best enjoyed at low tide.

Distance: 1.5 km | Time: 1.5–2 hours return | Grade: Easy

One of the most accessible walks on Flinders Island, this gentle track starts just east of the Lady Barron boat ramp and follows the coastline to Yellow Beach. With views over Franklin Sound, this is a family-friendly self-guided walk. There are plenty of picnic facilities, toilets and even a BBQ shelter on the beach. A popular choice for visitors based in Lady Barron, it's an easy way to experience the charm of Flinders Island walking tracks.