A topographic print of the Great North Walk (GNW) long-distance hiking trail in Australia.
About the Great North Walk
The Great North Walk (in short GNW) is one of the most popular long-distance hiking trails in Australia. It starts off in Sydney and finishes in Newcastle. It's a very interesting trail to hike because it's so diverse - it goes through multiple national parks, forests, plains, hills, the coastline, urban areas, historical sites, and also rural areas.
Statistics About the Great North Walk
- Start point: Sydney, Australia
- End point: Newcastle, Australia
- Total distance: 250 km / 155 miles
- Total altitude gain/loss: 7500 m / 24 606 ft
- Highest point: 560 m / 1837 ft
- Countries crossed: Australia
- Time to finish: Typically 14 to 16 days