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Central Coast

The Central Coast includes the Gosford and Wyong Local Government Areas and is strategically located between the global city of Sydney and the regional city of Newcastle.. https://www.visitnsw.com/destinations/central-coast

AWAT1591 LR Ocean views from the Yanina Trail on Kincumba Mountain
Australia Central Coast Kincumber NSW

Ocean views from the Yanina Trail on Kincumba Mountain

The Yanina Trail on Kincumba Mountain leads to the Colin Watters Lookout; you can return the same way or follow an informal mountain biking track to form a loop.

By oliverd :-), 3 yearsJuly 29, 2022 ago
Cave on Kanning Walk
Australia Central Coast Kincumber NSW

European and indigenous history on the family-friendly Kanning Walk

One of the shorter bushwalks on Kincumba Mountain, the family-friendly Kanning Walk explores some rock formations and a cave with an interesting past!

By oliverd :-), 3 yearsJuly 27, 2022 ago
AWAT8862 LR 1 Stunning views from the short Warrah Lookout bushwalk
Australia Central Coast NSW Patonga

Stunning views from the short Warrah Lookout bushwalk

A short bushwalk from Patonga Road to the Warrah Lookout, which offers some spectacular views (perhaps the best views in the Central Coast!) over Broken Bay and the Hawkesbury River.

By oliverd :-), 3 yearsJuly 19, 2022 ago
AWAT0029 LR Waterfalls and stunning views on the Rocky Ponds Trail to The Icicles
Australia Central Coast Kariong NSW Patonga

Waterfalls and stunning views on the Rocky Ponds Trail to The Icicles

One of the best day walks in Brisbane Water National Park, the Tunnel Trail and Rocky Ponds Trail passes waterfalls, cascades and swimming holes. The Icicles at the end of the bushwalk offers great views over Brisbane Water,

By oliverd :-), 4 yearsJuly 7, 2022 ago
Trough Waterfall
Australia Central Coast Kariong NSW

The secret Woy Woy Waterfall and Mount Wondabyne loop

An interesting and scenic loop bushwalk in the Brisbane Water National Park, which visits the Woy Woy Waterfall (or Trough Waterfall) and the Mount Wondabyne summit.

By oliverd :-), 4 yearsJune 29, 2022 ago
AWAT3322 LR Along the Tunnel Fire Trail to the giant Woy Woy Snake
Australia Central Coast Kariong NSW

Along the Tunnel Fire Trail to the giant Woy Woy Snake

A pleasant half-day walk from Woy Woy Road, this bushwalk takes you past some nice views before visiting the intriguing Woy Woy Snake, a 50m-long stone arrangement.

By oliverd :-), 4 yearsJune 6, 2022 ago
AWAT0365 LR Off-track hiking around the Corrumbine Creek Fire Trail
NSW Australia Central Coast Kariong

Off-track hiking around the Corrumbine Creek Fire Trail

A partly off-track loop in Brisbane Water Natonal Park, exploring Aboriginal engraving sites around the Corrumbine Creek Fire Trail.

By oliverd :-), 4 yearsApril 5, 2022 ago
AWAT1290 LR A loop bushwalk via the Gosford Glyphs and Lyre Trig
Australia Central Coast Kariong NSW

A loop bushwalk via the Gosford Glyphs and Lyre Trig

A short and partly off-track loop that explores the intrigung Gosford Glyphs (Kariong Hieroglyphs) and passes some Aboriginal engraving sites, before returning via the Lyre Trig Firetrail.

By oliverd :-), 4 yearsMarch 28, 2022 ago
AWAT0300 LR Following the Slip Up Trail in the MacPherson State Forest
Australia Central Coast Kulnura area NSW

Following the Slip Up Trail in the MacPherson State Forest

A partly off-track bushwalk in the McPherson State Forest, following the Slip Up Trail and visiting some shelters with Aboriginal rock art.

By oliverd :-), 4 yearsMarch 8, 2022 ago
AWAT0154 LR Spion Kop - a stunning lookout over Woy Woy Bay
Australia Central Coast Kariong NSW

Spion Kop – a stunning lookout over Woy Woy Bay

The bushwalk from Woy Woy to Point Clare in Brisbane Water National Park has some great views from the Koolewong Ridge. A side-trip to Spion Kop offers an even more spectacular lookout.

By oliverd :-), 4 yearsFebruary 12, 2022 ago

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Featured Guides

Waterfalls of the World
Some of the most spectacular waterfalls around the world.
Aboriginal Rock Art around Sydney
An overview of Aboriginal rock art around Sydney, including engravings (rock art) and cave paintings, and other heritage sites.
Bushwalking Gear for an Overnight Hike
A definitive guide to the essential and nice-to-have gear you need for overnight hiking.
Guide to West Head bushwalks
West Head, part of the Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park and only 90min from Sydney, offers a multitude of short walks, from secluded beaches to rocky outcrops with views over Pittwater.
Best Hiking Apps for planning and navigation
Hiking Apps for Navigation
A comparison of some of the best hiking apps for navigation and planning a bushwalk
Guide to Bouddi National Park
A guide for what to see and do in Bouddi National Park... Located about an hour north of Sydney on the Central Coast, Bouddi National Park offers some spectacular bushwalks, pristine beaches and stunning lookouts.
Bushwalking with Dogs in Sydney’s North
A summary of tracks suitable for bushwalking with dogs, in and around Ku-ring-gai. Northern Beaches and the north of Sydney.
Top Hiking Books & Guides
A list of hiking guidebooks I've researched, purchased and used. Each is rated based on it's overall value.
Top Posts & Pages
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    Guide to Overnight Walks near Sydney
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    Dalpura Canyon Via Jinki Ridge - An Easy Canyon Hike
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    Deep Pass - a fun (and easy) Wollemi canyon
  • An off-track bushwalk along the Ramshead Range in Thredbo
    An off-track bushwalk along the Ramshead Range in Thredbo
  • Views and swimming holes along the Werribee Gorge Circuit
    Views and swimming holes along the Werribee Gorge Circuit
  • A Secret West Head track to Refuge Bay waterfall and beach
    A Secret West Head track to Refuge Bay waterfall and beach
  • Exploring Fortress Ridge and Fortress Creek in the Blue Mountains
    Exploring Fortress Ridge and Fortress Creek in the Blue Mountains
  • Slippery Dip Loop (Garigal NP)
    Slippery Dip Loop (Garigal NP)

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