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Blue Arrow Circuit – Red Arrow Circuit Lookout loop from Whitfield

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Blue Arrow Circuit – Red Arrow Circuit Lookout loop from Whitfield

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Blue Arrow Circuit – Red Arrow Circuit Lookout loop from Whitfield

01:57

13.4km

630m

Running

Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 14, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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4.44 km

Mount Whitfield Conservation Park

Nature Reserve

4.64 km

Blue Arrow Circuit

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

The Blue Arrow Circuit is one of the longer circuits in Mount Whitfield Conservation Park. The track is well-marked and easy to follow and popular with runners and bushwalkers looking for a bit of good elevation gain and descent.

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6.00 km

Aeroglen Lookout on the Blue Arrow Circuit

Highlight • Viewpoint

Just a few steps off the Blue Arrow Circuit, this lookout point has a covered observation area and signage explaining local wildlife and fauna. There are great views of the Coral Sea and of the airport.

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6.31 km

Red Arrow Circuit Lookout

Highlight • Viewpoint

The Red Arrow Circuit Lookout has views over Cairns, the airport, the coastline, and surrounding mountains. It’s a popular spot for sunrise and sunset since it's so close to the parking area. The approach is steep but worthwhile.

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13.4 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

8.50 km

2.17 km

1.44 km

1.13 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

9.22 km

1.43 km

1.29 km

678 m

641 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (330 m)

Lowest point (10 m)

Weather

Today

Friday 10 July

24°C

16°C

25 %

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Blue Arrow Circuit – Red Arrow Circuit Lookout loop from Whitfield

Blue Arrow Circuit

Aeroglen Lookout on the Blue Arrow Circuit

Red Arrow Circuit Lookout

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