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Gibraltar Range National Park

뉴사우스웨일스주

8 story sections13 min 12 s in all

national park in Australia

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  1. 1Gibraltar Range National Park1:57

    Welcome to the Gibraltar Range National Park, a crown jewel of the New England Tablelands in New South Wales. We are standing in a landscape of dramatic contrasts, situated at altitudes of approximately 1,000 meters. …

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  2. 2The Granite Giants: Geologic Origins1:37

    The defining feature of the Gibraltar Range is its extraordinary granite geology. These massive outcrops are the result of molten rock cooling slowly deep beneath the earth's surface millions of years ago, forming large crystals…

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  3. 3Summiting the Haystack1:42

    For those seeking a challenge, the trek to the Haystack, or Haystack Mountain, is a quintessential Gibraltar Range experience. The journey begins relatively easily along an undulating fire trail, but the final ascent is where the…

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  4. 4Rhino Rock and the Art of the Landscape1:34

    Near the summit of the Haystack sits one of the most affectionately known formations in the park: Rhino Rock. As its name suggests, from a certain angle, this massive granite boulder bears a striking resemblance to the head and…

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  5. 5Mulligan's Hut and the Human Story1:43

    The history of the Gibraltar Range is not solely geological; it is also a story of human endeavor and environmental impact. At Mulligan’s Hut, we find evidence of the period when this area was active for forestry and tin mining. …

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  6. 6Dandara Falls and the Demon Fault1:32

    Water is a powerful sculptor in this landscape, and nowhere is this more evident than at Dandara Falls. These falls are an impressive sight, plunging over a high granite ledge into a deep, forested gorge. …

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  7. 7The Washpool Rainforest and Red Cedar Twins1:42

    Adjacent to the Gibraltar Range is the Washpool National Park, often explored in tandem. Here, the landscape shifts from granite heights to the lush, subtropical depths of the Washpool Rainforest. …

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  8. 8Closing1:25

    As we conclude our journey through the Gibraltar Range and Washpool National Parks, I hope you have felt the profound power of this ancient landscape. From the massive granite monoliths that have stood for millions of years to…

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Location뉴사우스웨일스주
TypeActivity
Story sections8
Total length13 min 12 s in all
Text languageEnglish
Coordinates-29.5544, 152.3239
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