If you’re a passionate hiker then you’ve probably heard of the ‘Triple Crown’ in America. A collection of three long-distance trails that traverse from the top of the States to the bottom; on the western border is the Pacific Crest Trail (PCT), the eastern border has the Appalachian Trail, and straight through the middle is the Continental Divide Trail (CDT). For most thru-hikers it’s a lifelong challenge to complete all three of the tracks and become royalty of the hiking world. 

However, Australia actually has its own Triple Crown equivalent! Allow me to introduce you to Australia’s very own long-distance hikes; the Australian Alps Walking Track (east), The Bibbulmun Track (west), and the Heysen Trail (central).

Australia’s thru-hikes are a little different from their American counterparts. They’re built like the Australian people; unique and varying, full of culture and stories, beautiful yet a little rough around the edges and all end at a good pub.

Read on at We are Explorers