The Nut State Reserve
The Nut State Reserve
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- Kerrie LenaSydney, Australia103 contributionsClimb & then walk The Nut at Stanley. Views for Miles!I climbed The Nut at Stanley today & the incline going up & down is VERY steep & please only do this walk if you are fit & healthy. If you are then it is a challenging & invigorating climb up & walk around the top. The view at the top is panoramic & absolutely beautiful. It was very windy today but so worthwhile doing this. Take The Nut challenge!Visited October 2023Travelled soloWritten 15 October 2023
- Liisa and Dave BAdelaide, Australia4,260 contributionsA must do in StanleyYou can either go up & down on the chairlift for $19 or one way for $12. We decided to walk up which was steep. At the top, there is a path on which you can walk around checking out all the beautiful views from every angle. We came down on the chairlift which was short but fun. Cafe and toilets located at the bottom and ample car parking. Drove a few hours to get here and it was well worth it!Visited November 2023Travelled as a coupleWritten 25 November 2023
- Iain MBrisbane, Australia463 contributionsAn unusual shapeYou can't miss the Nut as you drive into Stanley. It's the remnants of an ancient volcano. There is a fairly steep walking track up to the top, which takes about 15 minutes, or you can take a chair lift from near the cafe.Visited November 2023Travelled as a coupleWritten 30 December 2023
- Aussie_2012Melbourne, Australia960 contributionsViews with a super workout to startYou start the trail up to the top of the Nut via a very steep paved pathway. Fortunately there’s a handrail to assist the climb but nevertheless it’s a steep walk for 10-15 minutes. Take in the views on the way up whenever you can but when you reach the top you’re in for some spectacular views. The circuit track takes about 45 mins to go around with various lookouts along the way. Parts of the track go through shaded trees areas where you’ll see little wallabies hopping around. There were hundreds of butterflies as well which was quite interesting. Overall a very fun place to visit. For those not so fit or with young children, there’s a chairlift however it wasn’t running at the time we were there so maybe check if you’re requiring the need. Also down below at the car park there’s also a cafe but again wasn’t open when we were there.Visited January 2024Travelled as a coupleWritten 10 January 2024
- MAB336 contributionsSpectacular views on the Stanley area.A breathtaking walk up a very steep path to the top. Well worth the climb. The views at the top are extensive over the water and terrain. Fabulous. It can get windy so hold onto your hats. Then walk down the hill. there is a chairlift for people who need it. A great shop and cafe is at the bottom of the chairlift. Time for a Devonshire tea.Visited February 2024Travelled as a coupleWritten 22 February 2024
- Carrolyn MDrouin, Australia80 contributionsExhilaratingWell, if you want to get your heart rate up, then climb The Nut!!!! Very steep climb, but worth every step! Walk along the top through "grass lands". Sensational views once you get to the top, can be very windy and cold, but so exhilarating!Visited July 2024Travelled as a coupleWritten 17 July 2024
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Sudbury, MA367 contributions
Jan 2020 • Couples
It’s a steep but doable walk up the hill, so I recommend taking the lift up and walking down. On top it’s a nice easily walkable trail with great views of the peninsula and beyond. We came here at dusk, and we watched plenty of pademelons having their dinner.
Written 5 January 2020
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Rowan H
Cairns, Australia1,720 contributions
Jan 2022
'The Nut' (Moo-Nut-Re-Ker) is a geographical oddity that dominates the landscape of Stanley that is literally built around its base. It is believed to be a remnant of a extinct volcano.
A visit to the reserve starts with a 100 odd metre steep ascent up the side of the mountain followed by a 2km circuit walk along its summit, which features some information boards and a couple of lookouts. Keep an eye out for pademelons. For those not keen on steep ascent/descent you can take a chairlift (17 dollars return, 11 dollars one way) which runs from 0930 to about 1630.
Fee to enter. Toilets and cafe at the bottom. Parking lot with limited space at bottom, although its within walking distance of the town which is lovely and worth staying overnight.
A visit to the reserve starts with a 100 odd metre steep ascent up the side of the mountain followed by a 2km circuit walk along its summit, which features some information boards and a couple of lookouts. Keep an eye out for pademelons. For those not keen on steep ascent/descent you can take a chairlift (17 dollars return, 11 dollars one way) which runs from 0930 to about 1630.
Fee to enter. Toilets and cafe at the bottom. Parking lot with limited space at bottom, although its within walking distance of the town which is lovely and worth staying overnight.
Written 5 January 2022
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Australia37 contributions
Oct 2022
It was a very windy day when we visited the Nut. Not encouraging going up the chair lift to be told that it wasn't a good idea being sent up in the wind. We made it to the top though!!
Very enjoyable walk around the perimeter. Lovely and breathtaking views of the water and Stanley below. Even fun on a windy day. We saw a couple of wallabies which was exciting.
Worth visiting if you're in the area - you can take your time and enjoy. Plenty of lookout and photo spots on the way!
Very enjoyable walk around the perimeter. Lovely and breathtaking views of the water and Stanley below. Even fun on a windy day. We saw a couple of wallabies which was exciting.
Worth visiting if you're in the area - you can take your time and enjoy. Plenty of lookout and photo spots on the way!
Written 11 November 2022
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Lynne A
Anchorage, AK372 contributions
Jan 2020 • Couples
There are two ways to the top of the Nut. A steep zig zag hike on a paved track or the chair lift. Hike is recommended for those who are physically fit and no heart health issues. Once at the top there is an easy 2 km track for 360 degree views of the north coastline and adjoining farmland. There are several lookout points along the track that have safety barriers for protection. Most of the walk is through grasslands but there is a forested part where we saw 2 wallabies. To complete the track takes about an hour. Definitely a must do in Stanley and a free activity if you do all the walking.
Written 22 January 2020
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KandTCanberra
Canberra326 contributions
Sept 2022
The Chairlift hadn't opened for the warmer months and we walked. The initial climb is steep and demanding (almost more so coming back down!) but the view is fantastic back over Stanley and the surrounding beaches and ocean. Loved the full perimeter walk with several designated lookouts. Worth the effort.
Written 26 September 2022
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Travelbug
Brisbane Region, Australia7 contributions
Mar 2021 • Solo
I'd been hunkered down in Stanley for 4 days, trying to wait out the consistent rain and howling winds which had pounded the coast since my arrival from Qld. I was keen to get to explore The Nut.
Finally on day 4 a rare patch of sunshine appeared.
I grabbed my chance and rode the chairlift up to the set off place for the 2km walk around the perimeter of this special place.
I returned to the base on the chairlift too.
I'd have loved to have done the walk up and down The Nut but 4 arthroscopic surgeries on the knees have taught me to act with a bit of caution on some occassions.
The views all around the walk were fabulous, with great viewing platforms along the way.
There are lots of very helpful information boards along the well maintained trail explaining the history of the Nut and also lots of information about the Moonbirds and other creatures who live there.
I spent a very enjoyable couple of hours meandering around the Nut.
One very light shower blew past, but did nothing to dampen the experience.
Finally on day 4 a rare patch of sunshine appeared.
I grabbed my chance and rode the chairlift up to the set off place for the 2km walk around the perimeter of this special place.
I returned to the base on the chairlift too.
I'd have loved to have done the walk up and down The Nut but 4 arthroscopic surgeries on the knees have taught me to act with a bit of caution on some occassions.
The views all around the walk were fabulous, with great viewing platforms along the way.
There are lots of very helpful information boards along the well maintained trail explaining the history of the Nut and also lots of information about the Moonbirds and other creatures who live there.
I spent a very enjoyable couple of hours meandering around the Nut.
One very light shower blew past, but did nothing to dampen the experience.
Written 30 March 2021
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Paul W
Sydney, Australia346 contributions
June 2021
You need to be fit to get up the hill, whilst it is only about a 400 metre walk to the top, it is very steep. It is about 2km around the top of the Nut and the views are sensational. At this time of year it will be a cold wind and it can be quite strong. Also the chair lift will not operate in high winds.
Written 7 June 2021
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Brisvegas211 contributions
Mar 2021 • Couples
Well worth the walk or chairlift ride up to see the views. The walk around the top is 2km so you need to be able. There is a 500m walk witch is accessible to the best of the lookouts. There are signs along the way explaining the flora & fauna & with puzzles for kids.
Written 16 March 2021
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Tessa S
Oxford, UK183 contributions
Feb 2023 • Friends
We visited early in the morning, theoretically timed with the opening of the cable car, but it was inert so we opted to climb the Nut. Halfway up the very very steep concrete pathway ascent, I turned to see the cable car in motion. Nothing for it but to toil to the top. Once you reach the summit there is a mostly flat route around the top of the Nut, which has noticeboards and vantage points - fantastic views and all the usual flora and fauna. Well worth it. We descended the way we came up when arguably the ‘bannisters’ are needed even more - to stop a hurtling headlong to the bottom. There is a nice cafe and gift shop at the bottom. Car parking early in the day was easy but suspect this gets congested. The Nut dominates Stanley - really unique.
Written 5 September 2023
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Iain M
Brisbane, Australia463 contributions
Nov 2023 • Couples
You can't miss the Nut as you drive into Stanley. It's the remnants of an ancient volcano. There is a fairly steep walking track up to the top, which takes about 15 minutes, or you can take a chair lift from near the cafe.
Written 31 December 2023
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Do they have little doggy sitters at many N.Parks...makes it hard to do nature walks if not..
Written 4 February 2020
Wasn't made aware of any dog sitters and since there are bird breeding areas around the nut, unlikely they would even encourage them. Most National parks in Australia are very negative to domesticated animals as they do pose various risks.
Written 10 February 2020
Hi, may I know if I can only reach the Chairlift ride at 4 pm, would it be too rush for me to finish the ride and stroll at the summit as they close between 4.30 to 530 pm? I will be travelling in December.
Written 3 December 2017
Hi Gummycat. The chairlift was not operational when I was there. Bring water and plenty of rest stops as you walk up.
Written 9 December 2017
Guys, how long does the walk up The Nut take from the nearest carpark? Round trip? Thanksa
Written 17 March 2016
The walk takes about 10-15 mins to top of the nut depending on how many stops required to take a breath or take great photos and of course much quicker to come back down. Once at the top it is just a leisurely walk around the nut to observe the views, wildlife etc. This could be done in an hour or longer. It reallay does depend on fitness and long you want to study things. It is well worth the effort. Hope this helps.
Written 18 March 2016
Are pets on a lead allowed to go for a walk with visitors?
Written 16 October 2015
I think you have the answer ! My understanding is that no pets would be allowed.
Written 17 October 2015
No dogs aren't allowed. It's a "sensitive" bird breeding area, as well as lots of other native wildlife.
Written 16 October 2015
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