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Ruins of Fretus Hotel on Calabash Point
Australia Hornsby NSW Sydney - North

Exploring the ruins of the Fretus Hotel on Calabash Point

A dog-friendly and family-friendly bushwalk along a firetrail to Calabash Point. At the end of the trail are the fascinating ruins of the Fretus Hotel, built around 1900 and abandoned by 1920.

By oliverd :-), 1 monthJuly 1, 2022 ago
Trough Waterfall
Australia Central Coast Kariong NSW

The scenic 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 :-), 2 monthsJune 29, 2022 ago
AWAT8012 LR An exploratory Wollemi bushwalk in the D'Arcy Range with Yuri
Australia NSW Western Sydney & Blue Mountains

An exploratory Wollemi bushwalk in the D’Arcy Range with Yuri

An off-track loop bushwalk in the D’Arcy Range in Wollemi National Park, exploring the valleys and rock shelters for Aboriginal art.

By oliverd :-), 2 monthsJune 24, 2022 ago
AWAT3071 LR Stunning views from a sunset hike to Mount Kosciuszko (Kunama Namadgi)
Australia NSW Snowy Monaro

Stunning views from a sunset hike to Mount Kosciuszko (Kunama Namadgi)

Enjoy the views from Australia’s highest mountain without the crowds… the Mount Kosciuszko sunset hike is a relatively easy walk offering some stunning alpine scenery.

By oliverd :-), 2 monthsJune 22, 2022 ago
AWAT2861 LR The scenic Dead Horse Gap & Thredbo River loop
Australia NSW Snowy Monaro

The scenic Dead Horse Gap & Thredbo River loop

Combining the Dead Horse Gap walking track and Thredbo River Track makes a very scenic loop walk from Thredbo. Enjoy varied scenery and some sweeping alpine views.

By oliverd :-), 2 monthsJune 19, 2022 ago
AWAT2720 LR An off-track bushwalk along the Ramshead Range in Thredbo
Australia NSW Snowy Monaro

An off-track bushwalk along the Ramshead Range in Thredbo

The Rams Head Range Loop is one of the easiest off-track alpine routes in Kosciuszko National Park. The bushwalk follows rhe Ramshead Range, traversing the Southerly Ramhead, Rams Head and North Rams Head peaks.

By oliverd :-), 2 monthsJune 13, 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 :-), 2 monthsJune 6, 2022 ago
AWAT2541 LR A long-ish loop through Mt Coot-tha Reserve in Brisbane
Australia Queensland South East - Brisbane and Gold Coast

A long-ish loop through Mt Coot-tha Reserve in Brisbane

This 8km loop through the Mt Coot-tha Reserve combines fire trails and bushwalking trails. It passes West Ithaca Creek and East Ithaca Creek, and both of the waterfalls in the reserve.

By oliverd :-), 2 monthsJune 1, 2022 ago
AWAT2530 LR Looking out the Western Window in D'Aguilar National Park
Australia Queensland South East - Brisbane and Gold Coast

Looking out the Western Window in D’Aguilar National Park

A loop bushwalk through subtropical rainforest, this bushwalk in D’Aguilar National Park combines the Western Window track and Westside track. It’s a secluded and surprisingly pleasant bushwalk.

By oliverd :-), 3 monthsMay 27, 2022 ago
AWAT2484 LR A rainforest walk to Greenes Falls in D'Aguilar National Park
Australia Queensland South East - Brisbane and Gold Coast

A rainforest walk to Greenes Falls in D’Aguilar National Park

A fairly popular bushwalk in the D’Aguilar National Park, the Greenes Falls Track descends through rainforest to a platform overlooking Greenes Falls. It’s an easy and pleasant walk, but don’t expect a spectacular waterfall.

By oliverd :-), 3 monthsMay 25, 2022 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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    Exploring the ruins of the Fretus Hotel on Calabash Point
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    Bushwalking with Dogs in Sydney's North
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  • Guide to West Head bushwalks
    Guide to West Head bushwalks
  • Guide to Overnight Walks near Sydney
    Guide to Overnight Walks near Sydney
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  • Aboriginal Rock Art around Sydney
    Aboriginal Rock Art around Sydney

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