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Vera and Hippocrene Falls Loop
Australia NSW Western Sydney & Blue Mountains

Hippocrene and Vera Falls Loop – an exhilarating walk past waterfalls & lookouts

The Hippocrene and Vera Falls Loop is a challenging but spectacular bushwalk in Wentworth Falls. It descends deep into the valley via some remote tracks, before returning via a cliff-top track. The bushwalk passes 11 waterfalls and many lookouts.

By oliverd :-), 3 daysSeptember 24, 2023 ago
Big Baldy in Kings Canyon National Park
USA California

Majestic views from Big Baldy in Kings Canyon National Park

A relatively short and easy walk in the Grant Grove area of Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks, Big Baldy offers some stunning views over the Sierra Mountains and out towards Fresno. Continue along the ridge beyond the summit for the best views.

By oliverd :-), 2 weeksSeptember 13, 2023 ago
Numantia Falls
Australia NSW Western Sydney & Blue Mountains

Rainforest gullies and ridges on the Numantia Falls loop

A loop walk down the Sassafas Gully and back via the Sassafras Ridge Trail, which passes Clarinda Falls and the spectacular Numantia Falls. A short section is off-track.

By oliverd :-), 3 weeksSeptember 9, 2023 ago
Iron Ladder Beach
Australia Bouddi area Central Coast NSW

Exploring Iron Ladder Beach on the Central Coast

A fun loop bushwalk in Bouddi National Park that uses some informal trails. The route descends to Iron Ladder Beach, before following the coastline and returning via Box Head. Low tide essential!

By oliverd :-), 3 weeksSeptember 3, 2023 ago
1X3A1713 LR Stonehaven Pass - A hidden Wentworth Falls trail with breathtaking lookouts
Australia NSW Western Sydney & Blue Mountains

Stonehaven Pass – A hidden Wentworth Falls trail with breathtaking lookouts

The historic and now abandoned Stonehaven Pass in Wentworth Falls is a short loop walk that goes past four spectacular lookouts.

By oliverd :-), 4 weeksAugust 31, 2023 ago
View from Bach Ma peak (Hai Vong Dai)
Vietnam

Great views from the Bach Ma peak (Hai Vong Dai)

The Summit Trail to the 1,448m Bach Ma peak (officially called Hai Vong Dai) provides sweeping views over Bach Ma National Coast and the coast.

By oliverd :-), 4 weeksAugust 28, 2023 ago
Bach Ma Five Lakes Trail
Vietnam

Following the Bach Ma Five Lakes Trail to a series of stunning jungle pools

A loop walk combining the Rhododendrum Trail and Five Lakes Trail, this hike in the Bach Ma National Park (between Da Nang and Hue) offers some spectacular swimming holes and waterfalls. You can do this hike on your own or as a guided tour.

By oliverd :-), 1 monthAugust 26, 2023 ago
1X3A4202 LR Exploring the historic Hydro Majestic walking tracks
Australia NSW Western Sydney & Blue Mountains

Exploring the historic Hydro Majestic walking tracks

The Wonderland Track, Sunbath Track and Colosseum Track form part of the network of historic Hydro Majestic walking tracks. They offer some great Megalong Valley views, and a steep descent through narrow slots in the rocks to the base of the Medlow Bath cliffs.

By oliverd :-), 1 monthAugust 17, 2023 ago
Canoelands Ridge trail
Australia Hornsby NSW Sydney - North

The long trek along Canoelands Ridge to Gentlemans Halt

A long bushwalk along the Canoelands Ridge firetrail and down to Gentlemans Halt campground, with a couple of side-trips to a trig point and lookout. Some nice Hawkesbury River views.

By oliverd :-), 2 monthsAugust 12, 2023 ago
Ice Box Canyon
USA Nevada

Exploring the shady Ice Box Canyon in Red Rock Canyon

It’s not one of the most spectacular hikes in Red Rock Canyon – but Ice Box Canyon is a good choice on a hot day, as part of the trail is through a shaded and cool canyon.

By oliverd :-), 2 monthsAugust 8, 2023 ago

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