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oliverd :-)

From my first mountain peak at the age of 10 (or so I am told), I've been looking for the next hill or mountain to climb!
Cliff Top Track
Australia NSW Western Sydney & Blue Mountains

Grandiose vistas from the Cliff Top Track and Pulpit Rock Track

The Cliff Top Track and Pulpit Rock Track between Evans Lookout and Pulpit Rock Lookout offers a non-stop vista of outstanding escarpment views, as it follows the top of the cliff.

By oliverd :-), 2 monthsApril 1, 2023 ago
AWAT0088 LR Cliff views from Fortress Rock and the intriguing Dr Darks Cave
Australia NSW Western Sydney & Blue Mountains

Cliff views from Fortress Rock and the intriguing Dr Darks Cave

A relatively short but interesting bushwalk along Fortress Ridge in the Blue Mountains. A wide firetrail leads to sweeping views from Fortress Rock, while a more challenging steep track leads to the fascinating Dr Darks Cave.

By oliverd :-), 2 monthsMarch 30, 2023 ago
Mammoth Spire along the Panorama Trail in Kodachrome Basin State Park
USA Utah

Dramatic scenery on the Panorama Trail in Kodachrome Basin

The longest trail in Kodachrome Basin State Park, the Panorama Trail visits Panorama Point and Cool Cave, as well as some of the 67 monolithic stone spires for which the park is known.

By oliverd :-), 2 monthsMarch 28, 2023 ago
AWAT0482 LR Dalpura Canyon Via Jinki Ridge - An Easy Canyon Hike
NSW Australia Western Sydney & Blue Mountains

Dalpura Canyon Via Jinki Ridge – An Easy Canyon Hike

A loop walk along Jinki Ridge and then along Dalpura Creek through the Dalpura Canyon. The route combines some great views, a narrow and spectacular canyon and some pristine swimming holes.

By oliverd :-), 2 monthsMarch 24, 2023 ago
028A8027 LR Goon Goon Dina - the cultural circuit in Blackdown Tableland NP
Australia Central Queensland Queensland

Goon Goon Dina – the cultural circuit in Blackdown Tableland NP

Goon Goon Dina is an easy and pleasant circuit in Blackdown Tableland National Park, which passes the Ghungalu rock art site. The bushwalk has signage explaining the park’s history and how the Aboriginal people use plants for food and shelter.

By oliverd :-), 2 monthsMarch 18, 2023 ago
AWAT9712 LR Sweeping views from the popular Mount Taylor Walk
Australia ACT

Sweeping views from the popular Mount Taylor Walk

A easy loop bushwalk that goes to the top of Mount Taylor, the highest point in Canberra’s south. The 856m peak offers sweeping views over the Brindabellas, Mt Stromlo, Black Mountain and the city of Canberra.

By oliverd :-), 2 monthsMarch 17, 2023 ago
Erskine Creek Loop
Australia NSW Western Sydney & Blue Mountains

Erskine Creek Loop from Pisgah Rock to Jack Evans Track

A partly off-track route, this is a great bushwalk for a warm day. After descending the steep track (Tierney Track) from Pisgah Rock down to Erskine Creek, follow the downstream to the Jack Evans Track, which provides an easy route back up to the top.

By oliverd :-), 3 monthsMarch 13, 2023 ago
Hickman Bridge
USA Utah

The short hike up to Hickman Bridge in Capitol Reef

A popular, short hike in Capitol Reef National Park, the Hickman Bridge Trail ascends from the trailhead on the highway to a natural bridge. It’s a self-guided nature trail, and a guide available at the trailhead explains what you’ll see along the way.

By oliverd :-), 3 monthsMarch 10, 2023 ago
Bluff Point circuit
Australia Central Queensland Queensland

The scenic Bluff Point circuit walk on the Capricorn Coast

A short but incredibly scenic bushwalk on the Capricorn Coast, near Yeppoon. The Bluff Point circuit has three formal lookouts which all offer sweeping coast views.

By oliverd :-), 3 monthsMarch 4, 2023 ago
028A9178 LR Views and swimming holes along the Werribee Gorge Circuit
Australia Central Highlands Victoria

Views and swimming holes along the Werribee Gorge Circuit

The Werribee Gorge Circuit is a popular bushwalk, which offers some great views of the Werribee River and the surrounding gorge, and a few sandy beaches where you can go for a swim.

By oliverd :-), 3 monthsFebruary 27, 2023 ago

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