The Australian lifestyle is deeply entwined with the outdoors, supported by a generally sunny, temperate climate.
### Coastal Recreation With over 34,000 kilometers of coastline, beach culture is ubiquitous. Surfing is practically a national pastime, with legendary breaks at Bells Beach (Victoria), Snapper Rocks (Queensland), and Margaret River (WA). Swimming, surf lifesaving, and sailing are deeply embedded in coastal communities.
### Bushwalking and Camping Hiking, locally known as "bushwalking," is incredibly popular. Notable trails include the Overland Track in Tasmania and the Larapinta Trail in the Northern Territory. Camping and "caravanning" (RVing) around the country's vast circumference (the "Big Lap") is a common aspiration.
### Fishing and Boating Recreational fishing is hugely popular in estuaries, rivers, and the open ocean, targeting species like Barramundi in the tropical north or Flathead and Snapper in the south.
