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AWAT0088 LR Views from Fortress Rock and a visit to the intriguing Dr Darks Cave
Australia NSW Western Sydney & Blue Mountains

Views from Fortress Rock and a visit to 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 :-), 6 hoursMarch 30, 2023 ago
AWAT0482 LR Dalpura Canyon via Jinki Ridge - an incredibly scenic loop bushwalk
NSW Australia Western Sydney & Blue Mountains

Dalpura Canyon via Jinki Ridge – an incredibly scenic loop bushwalk

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 :-), 6 daysMarch 24, 2023 ago
AWAT9830 LR Erskine Creek Loop from Pisgah Rock to Jack Evans Track
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 :-), 2 weeksMarch 13, 2023 ago
Mullet Creek Tunnel
Australia Central Coast Kariong NSW

Finding the historic Mullet Creek Tunnel in Brisbane Water

The Mullet Creek Tunnel (or more accurately, culvert) was built in 1889 as part of the Sydney to Newcastle railway line construction. The historic tunnel is reached via firetrails and a bushwalking track from the Mullet Creek Trail down to the creek.

By oliverd :-), 1 monthFebruary 18, 2023 ago
AWAT8843 LR Exploring Dargans Arch in the Blue Mountains
Australia NSW Western Sydney & Blue Mountains

Exploring Dargans Arch in the Blue Mountains

A short walk that starts near Dargan in the Blue Mountains to Dargans Arch. The large natural sandstone arch is surrounded by a dramatic, canyon-like landscape.

By oliverd :-), 1 monthFebruary 16, 2023 ago
The Duckpond on Marramarra Creek
Australia Hornsby NSW Sydney - North

Down the Duckponds Ridge to The Duckpond on Marramarra Creek

A partly off-track bushwalk in Marramarra National Park, which initially follows the Duckponds Ridge Trail (a firetrail). The last bit down to The Duckpond, a deep pool on Marramarra Creek, has no track.

By oliverd :-), 2 monthsFebruary 12, 2023 ago
AWAT9462 LR Views, waterfalls and swimming holes along Tootie Creek
NSW Australia Western Sydney & Blue Mountains

Views, waterfalls and swimming holes along Tootie Creek

A fairly demanding, off-track loop bushwalk in Wollemi National Park which follows a section of Tootie Creek. There are sweeping views along the steep descent and ascent, and pristine swimming holes along the creek.

By oliverd :-), 2 monthsFebruary 10, 2023 ago
AWAT6917 LR An off-track loop from the Long Ridge Trail in the Wollemi
Australia NSW Western Sydney & Blue Mountains

An off-track loop from the Long Ridge Trail in the Wollemi

An off-track route in Wollemi National Park from the Long Ridge Trail. The loop explores some remote gullies as it follows the base of three cliff-lines.

By oliverd :-), 2 monthsJanuary 22, 2023 ago
AWAT7162 LR Exploring the Peebles Trail near Marramarra NP
Australia Hornsby NSW Sydney - North

Exploring the Peebles Trail near Marramarra NP

Peebles Trail is a firetrail just outside Marramarra National Park suitable for bushwalking, mountain-biking and horse-riding. It’s a pleasant but not particularly interesting trail.

By oliverd :-), 3 monthsDecember 24, 2022 ago
AWAT6804 LR A long ridge walk to Coba Point in Marramarra NP
Australia Hornsby NSW Sydney - North

A long ridge walk to Coba Point in Marramarra NP

A fairly long out-and-back bushwalk to Coba Point, at the end of Coba Ridge. Some filtered views over Berowra Creek along the trail and at the end.

By oliverd :-), 4 monthsDecember 2, 2022 ago

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