Everyday Hiker

Bec Sullivan

Hiking inspiration, tips and guides for South East Queensland region and beyond. Featuring special guests revealing their favourite trails and gear recommendations.

  1. 5D AGO

    Banks Track - New Zealand

    This is our last episode for 2025 and I wanted to share with you a magical multi day walk in New Zealand that you should put on your Christmas wish list. The Banks Track is near Akaroa in New Zealand's South Island. It is a fantastic coastal walk crossing farmland, mountains, and nature reserves. It features dramatic sea cliffs, waterfalls, secluded bays, dense woodlands, amazing views and so much wildlife.  Links: Banks Peninsula Walking Holiday and Hike | Banks Track The Seventh Generation | Akaroa # 1 Expert Local Guide Home | Akaroa French Connection – bus trip The Giants House - Akaroa - N.Z. Akaroa Visitor Information - ChristchurchNZ.com | ChristchurchNZ.com Please follow us on Instagram for details of upcoming episodes

    21 min

  2. DEC 2

    Nakasendo Way - Trip Planning

    I recently walked the Nakasendo Way in Japan. I did it as a solo, independent traveller. In this episode I talk through the logistics of organising the trip from transport, accommodation, itinerary, what to pack and what to expect on the trail.  EPISODE NOTES: Transport: ·        Klook app – pre booking major train trips ·        JR Central Official - Shinkansen Travel Site Cash: ·        711 convenience stores Esim: ·        Buy eSIMs for international travel - Airalo | Airalo. I have a code that gets you $5 AUD off (roughly $3 USD) which is REBECC7542. Packing list:  ·        Two sets of complete hiking clothes – tshirt, long sleeve top, long/convertible pants, two pairs of hiking socks, underwear – I wore one and carried one set. ·        One puffer vest and one rain jacket – both compact. You might need a warmer jacket depending on the time of year but even on a cold day (11 degrees Celsius) I was warm enough with four layers. ·        One cap/hat. ·        Hiking trail shoes (you don’t really need boots unless it suits you – just some good grip soles). ·        Slides (although these were at the hotels/guest houses) and a spare pair of lightweight socks. ·        One pair of plain pyjamas/lightweight loungewear– I also wore them to dinner at night with a vest or jacket over top. Some guest houses provide pyjamas/robes to wear at dinner. ·        One small towel – just in case it rained but also because it can be humid and you might appreciate it to dip in water and cool off with. ·        Hiking poles – I appreciated these on the down hills – mine are foldable in my back pack so I didn’t always use them. ·        2 litre bladder for drinking water – I refilled this at every town – cold bottles of water are readily available in vending machines at the train stations or on the side of the road in towns and are cheap to buy. ·        Food – I didn’t take any and just bought along the way as there was plenty of little shops but I would caution that restaurants closed early so maybe stow a pack of instant noodles if you wanted a back up – hot water was readily available. I did take a few black tea bags and some UHT milks as I just love my cup of tea in the morning.  ·        My phone and a charger with an ebook on board to read along the way. I used an eSIM from Airalo and had good coverage almost the whole way.  ·        Coin purse – you need coins for some local trains and buses as well as smaller shops and to enter temples and museums. ·        Travel size bathroom items and a small first aid kit. There was soap, shampoo, towels including hand towels and lots of other bathroom items in the hotels/guest rooms. ·        Small plastic bags for food rubbish and wet clothes – bins are really hard to find along the way! Itinerary outline: Day 1 – Matsumoto to Kiso Fukushima (via Yabuhara to Narai trail) Day 2 – Kiso Fukushima to Agematsu and return  Day 3 – Kiso Fukushima to Magome (via Nagiso – Tsumago – Magome trail) Day 4 – Magome to Nakatsugawa/Nagoya If I had one more day I would have made Day 3 – Nojiri to Nagiso and stayed the night in Nagiso. This is a 15km walk and is much quieter than the others mentioned here but accommodation is hard to find in Nagiso. Accommodation (see Episode 2 notes) Please follow us on Instagram for details of upcoming episodes

    30 min

  3. DEC 2

    Nakasendo Way - Trip Report

    I recently walked the Nakasendo Way in Japan. I did it as a solo, independent traveller.  I have done two episodes. The first episode has all the details you will need to help you plan your trip. This episode is a daily trip report. I take you through the itinerary I followed - the transport I took, the highlights, the accommodation and the meals.  Please see Episode 1 notes but details of accommodation I stayed are as follows: The Celecton Matsumoto, Matsumoto (updated prices 2025) Kiso Mikawaya, Kiso (updated prices 2025) Magome Chaya, Nakatsugawa (updated prices 2025) Just Inn Premium Nagoya Station, Nagoya (updated prices 2025) Please follow us on Instagram for details of upcoming episodes

    38 min

  4. NOV 14

    Mt Barney - Hiking to Wild Swimming Spots

    Summer is almost upon us in South East Queensland so if you are looking for hikes you can do at some of the most natural wild swimming spots - head to Mt Barney! In this episode I discuss three fantastic hikes and swims ranging from fairly Easy to those involving a 4WD and some lung busting up hills. Plus where to stay and where to eat in the Mt Barney region. Links:   Lower Portals Track, Queensland, Australia - 862 Reviews, Map | AllTrails Upper Portals Track, Queensland, Australia - 118 Reviews, Map | AllTrails Cronan Creek Falls, Queensland, Australia - 310 Reviews, Map | AllTrails   Places to eat and drink: The Shed Café - Facebook Home Main - The Rathdowney Hotel   Please follow us on Instagram for details of upcoming episodes

    18 min

  5. OCT 22

    Hiking for Mental and Emotional Resilience with Marc Murray

    Join me and my special guest Marc Murray from Brisbane Hiking Adventures as he talks about how hiking helped him overcome barriers in his life and build mental and emotional resilience. To share his experiences on the trails, he created a group that now has more than 10,000 members posting about their hiking adventures and opportunities to connect. As a rural firefighter, Marc also knows a thing or two about safety and he talks about how he leads small groups up more challenging climbs to build confidence in others.  Links: Brisbane Hiking Adventures | Facebook Contact Marc via this page to enquire about his new four week Roots to Resilience program Hikesense - Elevate your hiking experience For the hiking poles Marc talks about in this episode Please follow us on Instagram for details of upcoming episodes

    37 min

  6. OCT 15

    Noosa Coastal Walk and more ideas for hikes in this region

    Today I explore the iconic Noosa Coastal Walk - a must in my opinion if you're visiting Noosa beach for a holiday. And if that's not enough for enjoying walking and hiking in the region check out my other ideas for mountains, lakes and cute regional towns to visit while in the Noosa region. Links:   Coastal Track: Dolphin Point, Hell's Gates and Devils Kitchen, Queensland, Australia - 656 Reviews, Map | AllTrails Mount Coolum Track, Queensland, Australia - 1,664 Reviews, Map | AllTrails Mount Cooroora Summit Route, Queensland, Australia - 892 Reviews, Map | AllTrails Cooroora Shared Trail, Queensland, Australia - 73 Reviews, Map | AllTrails   Places to eat and drink: Coolum Surf Club - Coolum Surf Club Pomona Distilling Co | Spirits Handcrafted With Passion Camping Noosa | Habitat Noosa Please follow us on Instagram for details of upcoming episodes

    17 min

  7. OCT 2

    Hiking shoes: the latest trends for a hiker's most important piece of equipment

    Join me and my special guest Mitch from Wildfire Sports and Trek as he talks the latest trends in hiking shoes and accessories to keep your feet comfortable and blister free! His main observation on why hikers have issues: "90% of people wear shoes that are too small". Find out why and what problems this could be causing. And the trail shoes vs traditional hiking shoes debate: alive and kicking! Don't buy a new pair of shoes until you've listened to this episode. Links: The cult shoe everyone is wearing on long distance hikes like the Pacific Crest Trail: https://www.wildfiresports.com.au/altra-lone-peak-9-waterproof-low-womens-shoes And the trendiest hiking shoe right now: https://www.wildfiresports.com.au/hoka-challenger-8-wide-mens-shoes Maybe a re-think on Merino socks for Australian summer? https://www.wildfiresports.com.au/lightfeet-evolution-trail-half-crew-hiking-socks Please follow us on Instagram for details of upcoming episodes

    30 min

  8. SEP 26

    Mt Greville vs Mt Maroon: they are both winners

    Join me and my special guest and walks leader Bart from Brisbane Bushwalkers Club. Bart has done the climb of both Mt Greville and Mt Maroon many times. He shares his insights on the best trails to take and highlights of both. They're two of my favourites and good ones if you're looking for new challenges. Trail links: Mount Greville Loop via Waterfall Gorge and Palm Gorge, Queensland, Australia - 1,019 Reviews, Map | AllTrails Mount Greville via Southeast Ridge Track, Queensland, Australia - 100 Reviews, Map | AllTrails Mount Maroon, Queensland, Australia - 1,755 Reviews, Map | AllTrails Places to stop: Arthur Clive's Family Bakehouse – Baking Fresh Daily Since 1936 – History in the Baking! (5) Facebook Brisbane Bushwalkers Club: Brisbane Bushwalkers Please follow us on Instagram for details of upcoming episodes

    34 min
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Hiking inspiration, tips and guides for South East Queensland region and beyond. Featuring special guests revealing their favourite trails and gear recommendations.

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