Steven Joel

18/07/2025

🦞 Meet the Lamington Spiny Crayfish (Euastacus sulcatus)

One of Lamington National Park’s most unique residents! This vibrant blue freshwater crayfish—also called the Mountain or Skeletal Crayfish—can also appear in red, white, rusty red, green, orange, or even completely white.

🎥 See one in action in my hiking film from the Coomera Circuit trail in Binna Burra:
👉 https://youtu.be/LjQEsatlqiE?si=PIWG7GaWnq3FxDQK&t=287

25/04/2025

Exploring one of the Toowoomba region’s most peaceful trail networks — the Koonin Lookout and Falls Pools Loop in Crows Nest National Park.

Shot on the Lumix S5 + 50mm f/1.8.

Watch the full video on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7ra44BY3ZKk

📍 Crows Nest National Park, Queensland

11/03/2025

Exploring the Trachyte Circuit 🏞️⛰️

A hidden gem on the Sunshine Coast, the Trachyte Circuit is a stunning blend of open forest, rugged rock formations, and panoramic views of the Glass House Mountains. Whether you're chasing a sunrise moment or a peaceful nature escape, this trail delivers. 🌿☀️

Check out my latest hike and everything you need to know before hitting the track 👉 https://stevenjoel.co/trachyte-circuit-hiking-trail-on-the-sunshine-coast/

21/02/2025

🌿 Crows Nest National Park 🌿

Some shots from my recent hiking trip to explore the following trails;

🏞️ Koonin Lookout Trail – Sweeping views
💧 Crows Nest Falls Pools Loop – Rugged cliffs, and calm pools

AllTrails

23/01/2025

🌿 One of my favorite hikes on the Sunshine Coast! 🥾✨

Breathtaking views, peaceful vibes, and pure adventure. Watch the journey here:
📺 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d5kQmDNGEec

My latest silent hiking film in 4K quality of one of Queensland’s most popular family holiday destinations; Noosa National Park, starting from Sunshine Beach...

13/12/2024

🎥 Behind the scenes of my latest hiking video!

🌿 Discover what it takes to document the stunning Albert River Circuit in Lamington National Park. From planning to filming, here's the full story:
🔗 stevenjoel.co/hiking-the-albert-river-circuit-in-lamington-national-park/

Experience Hiking the Albert River Circuit in Lamington National Park with me as I traverse the beautiful O'Reilly Loop Trail, a 20.8-km loop beginning and ending at O’Reilly’s Rainforest Retreat. This film showcases the park's breathtaking scenery, capturing the essence of this must-visit trail...

05/08/2024

Join me on a cinematic hiking journey through the stunning Albert River Circuit hiking trail in Lamington National Park.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FmhEBgFO6qg&t=75s

Join me on a cinematic hiking journey through the stunning Albert River Circuit hiking trail in Lamington National Park. One of South-East Queensland's best ...

04/09/2023

Thanks for sharing Binna Burra Lodge 😃

Explore Binna Burra's hiking trails in the Gold Coast hinterland. Begin with an early trek to Yangahla Lookout, then set up camp at Binna Burra Lodge in Lami...

03/09/2023

Chasing sunrises, setting up camp, and catching sunsets 🌄 From Yangahla Lookout to Kweebani Cave, Binna Burra's trails didn't disappoint. Check out my latest cinematic hiking film:
https://youtu.be/YCbz-pRjeF0?feature=shared

Explore Binna Burra's hiking trails in the Gold Coast hinterland. Begin with an early trek to Yangahla Lookout, then set up camp at Binna Burra Lodge in Lami...

10/06/2023

Tranquil Morning: A Scenic Lakeside Walk and Coffee
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Watch my latest hiking film:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FhCVe0HVK6g

Join me on a morning hike around a lake with a coffee at the end. The lake is called Lake Samsonvale and is located in north Brisbane, just east of D'Aguilar...

10/04/2023

Solid 19km hike along the Ship's Stern Circuit in Binna Burra on the weekend. Great to have some fitness back after tearing the meniscus in my knee at the end of 2022.