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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

img 3617 lr McPherson State Forest loop
Australia Central Coast NSW

McPherson State Forest loop

A loop through the McPherson State Forest combining the Airfields Trail and an unnamed firetrail, The bushwalk explores some of the rock outcrops along the ridges.

By oliverd :-), 5 yearsDecember 27, 2020 ago
img 3471 lr Rainforest and a waterfall on the Strickland Forest Loop
Australia Central Coast NSW

Rainforest and a waterfall on the Strickland Forest Loop

The Strickland Forest Loop in the Strickland Forest combines the Strickland Falls Track, Cabbage Tree Track, Stoney Creek Trail and Ridge to Rainforest Track to form a varied and interesting loop.

By oliverd :-), 5 yearsDecember 26, 2020 ago
img 3333 lr Daleys Ridge Circuit (Bouddi NP)
Australia Central Coast NSW

Daleys Ridge Circuit (Bouddi NP)

The Daleys Ridge Loop is a moderately challenging circuit, which combines the Daleys Point Fire Trail and Rocky Point Trail (two easy fire trails) with some unofficial bushwalking tracks. The walk provides access to the Allen Strom Lookout and Daleys Point Aboriginal Site.

By oliverd :-), 5 yearsDecember 24, 2020 ago
img 0376 lr Maitland Bay via Mount Bouddi Track
Australia Central Coast NSW

Maitland Bay via Mount Bouddi Track

The Mount Bouddi Track joins up with the Bouddi Coastal Track, providing access to the beautiful and secluded Maitland Bay in the Bouddi National Park

By oliverd :-), 5 yearsDecember 16, 2020 ago
img 9643 lr Box Head Loop (Bouddi National Park)
Australia Central Coast NSW

Box Head Loop (Bouddi National Park)

A slightly complicated loop walk in the Bouddi National Park, which combines Hawke Head Drive and Box Head Walking Track with a track along the coastline from Tallow Beach to the end of Box Head. Great views, beaches and a bit of rock scrambling!

By oliverd :-), 5 yearsDecember 13, 2020 ago
img 9505 lr Avoca to MacMasters Beach (5 Lands Walk)
Australia Central Coast NSW

Avoca to MacMasters Beach (5 Lands Walk)

Following the coastline between Avoca Beach and MacMasters Beach, the route covers most of the 5 Lands Walk. It combines beaches, headlands and bush with some on-road sections.

By oliverd :-), 5 yearsDecember 12, 2020 ago
img 9403 lr Little Beach (Bouddi National Park)
Australia Central Coast NSW

Little Beach (Bouddi National Park)

An easy bushwalk from MacMasters Beach to the picturesque Little Beach in Bouddi National Park (with a couple of side-trips to scenic lookouts).

By oliverd :-), 5 yearsDecember 12, 2020 ago
img 4597 lr Girrakool Loop Track (Brisbane Water NP)
Australia Central Coast NSW

Girrakool Loop Track (Brisbane Water NP)

The Girrakool Loop Track is a very short walk that passes an Aboriginal engraving site, the picturesque Piles Creek and a couple of lookouts.

By oliverd :-), 6 yearsJune 9, 2020 ago
img 6022 lr Wondabyne to Woy Woy via Pindar Cave and Mount Wondabyne
Australia Central Coast NSW

Wondabyne to Woy Woy via Pindar Cave and Mount Wondabyne

Wondabyne to Woy Woy via Pindar Cave and Mt Wondabyne is a interesting bushwalk in the Brisbane Water National Park. It incorporates a section of the Great North Walk, as well as a side-track to the impressive Pindar Cave.

By oliverd :-), 6 yearsJuly 20, 2019 ago
dsc01403 lr The scenic Piles Creek Loop in Brisbane Water NP
Australia Central Coast NSW

The scenic Piles Creek Loop in Brisbane Water NP

Piles Creek Loop is a varied track through a valley and along ridges in Brisbane Water National Park, combining the longer Piles Creek and the short Girrakool Loop tracks. 

By oliverd :-), 8 yearsFebruary 7, 2018 ago

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Featured Guides

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.
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 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.
Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park Trails
A comprehensive list of all the bushwalking and mountain-biking tracks and trails in Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park.
The Best Day Hikes around Sydney
West Head Beach
The best day hikes in and around Sydney, from coastal bushwalks to mountain peaks offering spectacular views.
Top Hiking Books & Guides
A list of hiking guidebooks I've researched, purchased and used. Each is rated based on it's overall value.
A Guide to Treating Water – the best water filters for hiking
A Guide to Treating Water help you to select the most appropiate water filtration or purification system.
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