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Berghofers Pass
Australia Mount York NSW Western Sydney & Blue Mountains

The long forgotten Berghofers Pass at Mount York

Opened in 1912 to provide a less-steep route for cars than Victoria Pass, the historic Berghofers Pass fell into disuse by the late 1930s. It eventually re-opened to accommodate bushwalkers, mountain-bikers, and equestrians.

By oliverd :-), 2 daysJuly 3, 2026 ago
1X3A2006 LR Following the remains of the original Coxs Road route
Australia Mount York NSW Western Sydney & Blue Mountains

Following the remains of the original Coxs Road route

A loop bushwalk from Mount York that follows part of the historic Coxs Road and Lockyers Road, offering convict history and nice views from several lookouts.

By oliverd :-), 3 daysJuly 2, 2026 ago
1X3A1743 LR Sweeping views and a hidden amphitheatre along Yileen Spur
Australia NSW Western Sydney & Blue Mountains

Sweeping views and a hidden amphitheatre along Yileen Spur

Spectacular views and interesting pagoda formations along the Yileen Spur in the Blue Mountains, with a side-trip down to an enormous amphitheatre.

By oliverd :-), 6 daysJune 29, 2026 ago
1X3A1760 LR Down Lions Head Pass and up the steep Goat Track
Australia NSW Wentworth Falls Western Sydney & Blue Mountains

Down Lions Head Pass and up the steep Goat Track

A full day bushwalk which descends into the Kedumba Valley via Lions Head Pass. After visiting an historic grave site and the restored Kedumba Slab Hut, the route ascends the steep Goat Track to finish on Kedumba Valley Road.

By oliverd :-), 1 weekJune 27, 2026 ago
1X3A0051 LR 2 Spectacular views and endless pagodas above the Wolgan Loops
Australia Newnes Plateau NSW Western Sydney & Blue Mountains

Spectacular views and endless pagodas above the Wolgan Loops

A spectacular bushwalk through pagoda country in the Gardens of Stone; the route visits Point Green above the Wolgan Loops, before descending to the Wolgan Falls and completing the loop via more cliff-top vantage points.

By oliverd :-), 2 monthsMay 6, 2026 ago
1X3A9776 LR A less-trodden West Head route from Halletts Beach to Refuge Bay
Australia Northern Beaches NSW Sydney - North

A less-trodden West Head route from Halletts Beach to Refuge Bay

A strenuous but rewarding off-track West Head bushwalk which descends from the Wallaroo Trail to Cottage Rock and Halletts Beach, before returning via Refuge Bay.

By oliverd :-), 2 monthsApril 30, 2026 ago
1X3A1048 LR Descending to the Colo River via Mount Townsend
Australia NSW Western Sydney & Blue Mountains

Descending to the Colo River via Mount Townsend

An entirely off-track loop which descends to the beautiful Colo River via Mount Townsend (465m). It returns via a different spur opposite the Colo Meroo campground.

By oliverd :-), 2 monthsApril 22, 2026 ago
1X3A0396 LR The under-rated and surprisingly pleasant Manly Dam loop
Australia Northern Beaches NSW Sydney - North

The under-rated and surprisingly pleasant Manly Dam loop

The Manly Dam Loop is a popular bushwalking (and mountain-biking) track in Sydney’s north. It offers some nice views, a waterfall and diverse vegetation despite being surrounded by suburbia.

By oliverd :-), 3 monthsApril 15, 2026 ago
1X3A9557 LR Views, caves and rock art: an exploratory route along the Gunderman Peninsula to Mill Creek
NSW Australia Central Coast

Views, caves and rock art: an exploratory route along the Gunderman Peninsula to Mill Creek

A long, mostly off-track bushwalk which ascends steeply to the Gunderman Peninsula before following the ridge. The route then traverses a gully to reach Flat Rocks Ridge, before following the 11km Walking Track to finish at Mill Creek.

By oliverd :-), 3 monthsMarch 30, 2026 ago
1X3A9070 LR Down to the majestic Canoe Creek bend on the Colo and into the Bad Bit
Western Sydney & Blue Mountains Australia NSW

Down to the majestic Canoe Creek bend on the Colo and into the Bad Bit

This three-day Wollemi bushwalk comes in two parts: a relatively easy descent to the Colo River via Canoe Creek Pass and along the river to Pass 17b. And an arduous ascent of Pass 17b to explore the area around Savage RIdge.

By oliverd :-), 4 monthsMarch 18, 2026 ago

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    The long forgotten Berghofers Pass at Mount York
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    Aboriginal Rock Art around Sydney
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    Guide to Overnight Walks near Sydney
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    Bushwalking with Dogs in Sydney's North
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    A loop bushwalk via the Gosford Glyphs and Lyre Trig
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