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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 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 :-), 3 yearsJuly 20, 2019 ago
dsc01403 lr Piles Creek Loop (Brisbane Water NP)
Australia Central Coast NSW

Piles Creek Loop (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 :-), 5 yearsFebruary 7, 2018 ago
dsc01316 lr Hawkesbury River Circuit by kayak
Australia Central Coast NSW

Hawkesbury River Circuit by kayak

A circular paddle by kayak from Brooklyn, visiting some lower Hawkesbury River beaches including Croppy Beach and Gunyah Beach.

By oliverd :-), 5 yearsFebruary 5, 2018 ago
dsc01241 lr Fernleigh Track (Lake Macquarie)
Australia Central Coast NSW

Fernleigh Track (Lake Macquarie)

TGhe Fernleigh Track is an easy cycling path (or hiking track) between Belmont and Adamstown on the Central Coast, which follows a disused rail line.

By oliverd :-), 5 yearsJanuary 11, 2018 ago
dji 0015 lr Bullimah Spur Loop (Bouddi NP)
Australia Central Coast NSW

Bullimah Spur Loop (Bouddi NP)

The Bullimah Spur Loop in Bouddi NP is a relatively short but very picturesque circuit that offers some of the best views in the park and a stop at beautiful Maitland Bay.

By oliverd :-), 5 yearsDecember 28, 2017 ago
img 1473 lr Bouddi Coastal Walk
Australia Central Coast NSW

Bouddi Coastal Walk

The Bouddi Coastal Walk is one of the best coast walks around Sydney, traversing a number of beautiful beaches and scenic lookouts. It can be done as “out and back” walk, or you make it into a loop bushwalk.

By oliverd :-), 5 yearsNovember 9, 2017 ago

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Featured Guides

Guide to Garigal National Park
Garigal National Park, in Sydney's north, is the fifth largest park in Sydney metropolitan area. Within the park are over 35 bushwalking trails covering over 120km and at least another 35 "unofficial" tracks.
A Guide to Treating Water – finding the best water filters
A Guide to Treating Water help you to select the most appropiate water filtration or purification system.
What to do in Uluru
A guide to Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park, with a focus on what walks to do and the best vantage spots to get spectacular photos of Uluru and Kata Tjuta.
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.
Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park
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.
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 walks, pristine beaches and stunning lookouts.
Waterfalls of the World
Some of the most spectacular waterfalls around the world.
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