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1X3A2924 LR Exploring Lamma Island on a scenic one-way hike
Hong Kong Hong Kong Island New Territories

Exploring Lamma Island on a scenic one-way hike

A varied and scenic hike across Lamma Island, which combines paved tourist trails with some more challenging tracks. The route between Yung Shue Wan ad Sok Kwu Wan includes spectacular views, secluded beaches, WWII history and Phallic Rock.

By oliverd :-), 10 monthsMarch 8, 2025 ago
1X3A8141 A tough Colo River loop via Boorai Ridge and Boorai Creek
Australia NSW Western Sydney & Blue Mountains

A tough Colo River loop via Boorai Ridge and Boorai Creek

A fairly challenging overnight bushwalk to the Colo River from the Culoul Range. The route descends via Boorai Ridge and returns along Dooli Creek and Boorai Creek.

By oliverd :-), 2 yearsFebruary 21, 2024 ago
Iron Ladder Beach
Australia Bouddi area Central Coast NSW

Exploring Iron Ladder Beach on the Central Coast

A fun loop bushwalk in Bouddi National Park that uses some informal trails. The route descends to Iron Ladder Beach, before following the coastline and returning via Box Head. Low tide essential!

By oliverd :-), 2 yearsSeptember 3, 2023 ago
1X3A4949 LR An off-track loop to Peak Hill overlooking the Hawkesbury River
Australia Hornsby NSW Sydney - North

An off-track loop to Peak Hill overlooking the Hawkesbury River

A mostly off-track bushwalk near Brooklyn, this loop walk ascends Peak Hill from the eastern side, before returning via Sandy Bay and Dead Horse Bay (a more challenging route on the western side).

By oliverd :-), 3 yearsMay 28, 2023 ago
AWAT8898 LR Waterfalls and a rugged beach on the Yuelarbah walking track
Australia Hunter NSW

Waterfalls and a rugged beach on the Yuelarbah walking track

The Yuelarbah walking track forms the main part of a bushwalking loop through the Glenrock State Conservation Area. It passes two waterfalls before reaching Burwood Beach and Glenrock Lagoon.

By oliverd :-), 4 yearsApril 9, 2022 ago
AWAT7673 LR Emily Miller, Dark and Myrtle Beaches Loop - a stunning coastal bushwalk
Australia NSW South Coast

Emily Miller, Dark and Myrtle Beaches Loop – a stunning coastal bushwalk

The Emily Miller, Dark and Myrtle Beaches Loop is one of the best coastal bushwalks in Murramarang National Park (on the NSW south coast). It takes you to three beautiful and secluded beaches, and provides sweeping views from multiple headlands.

By oliverd :-), 4 yearsDecember 18, 2021 ago
AWAT7249 LR Flint and Steel Beach - and beyond
Australia Northern Beaches NSW Sydney - North

Flint and Steel Beach – and beyond

Easy walk down to Flint and Steel Beach, before continuing east along the coastline to the next bay.

By oliverd :-), 4 yearsJuly 18, 2021 ago
AWAT5854 LR A challenging Mackerel and Basin Loop bushwalk
Australia Northern Beaches NSW Sydney - North

A challenging Mackerel and Basin Loop bushwalk

The Mackerel and Basin Loop joins the Mackerel Track and Basin Track at West Head with an off-track section along the coastline. It passes some Aboriginal sites and offers some nice views, but the Basin Track is pretty dreary.

By oliverd :-), 4 yearsJuly 4, 2021 ago
image 2 Exploring Penang National Park
Malaysia Penang

Exploring Penang National Park

A shorter 2.4km walk to Monkey Beach, or a longer 11km loop through the spectacular landscape of Penang National Park

By oliverd :-), 5 yearsJune 4, 2021 ago
awat6142 lr Bombi Moor Circuit (Bouddi NP)
Australia Central Coast NSW

Bombi Moor Circuit (Bouddi NP)

The Bombi Moor Circuit a fairly exposed route through the coastal heathland of Bouddi National Parks, with side-trips to three headlands and the picturesque Little Beach. Best walked outside summer.

By oliverd :-), 5 yearsJanuary 10, 2021 ago

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Featured Guides

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 bushwalks, pristine beaches and stunning lookouts.
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.
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.
Trig Stations around Sydney
Cromer Heights Trig
A guide to discovering the trig stations hidden in national parks across Sydney.
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.
Waterfalls of the World
Some of the most spectacular waterfalls around the world.
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
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