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028A8933 LR Five waterfalls on the Lorne Waterfalls Circuit
Australia Barwon South West Victoria

Five waterfalls on the Lorne Waterfalls Circuit

The Lorne Waterfalls Circuit in the Otways combines two shorter loop bushwalks, passing five waterfalls and traversing multiple sections of lush rainforest (including The Canyon).

By oliverd :-), 5 daysDecember 14, 2025 ago
IMG 5541 LR Cascades and rainforest on the historical Happy Valley Track
Australia Mount Wilson NSW Western Sydney & Blue Mountains

Cascades and rainforest on the historical Happy Valley Track

The short but picturesque Happy Valley Track in Mount Wilson descends through rainforest to a waterfall and pristine swimming hole. The return route takes the Cathedral Creek Track up to Cathedral Reserve.

By oliverd :-), 4 weeksNovember 24, 2025 ago
IMG 5902 LR Exploring Dismal Dingle and Camels Hump in the Blue Mountains
Australia NSW Western Sydney & Blue Mountains

Exploring Dismal Dingle and Camels Hump in the Blue Mountains

A challenging loop bushwalk from Bells Line of Road which descends Dismal Dingle before traversing Camels Hump and returning via Claustral Brook. Spectacular canyon scenery and sweeping views.

By oliverd :-), 1 monthNovember 16, 2025 ago
IMG 4552 LR The short but scenic Grand Wash hike in Capitol Reef
USA Utah

The short but scenic Grand Wash hike in Capitol Reef

The popular and easy Grand Wash hike in Capitol Reef offers stunning canyon views, with the highlight being the Narrows slot canyon near the middle.

By oliverd :-), 6 monthsJune 17, 2025 ago
IMG 4284 LR Spectacular scenery and rock art on the Horseshoe Canyon hike
USA Utah

Spectacular scenery and rock art on the Horseshoe Canyon hike

A spectacular hike through the Horseshoe Canyon in Canyonlands National Park. The route passes three Native American rock art sites before culminating at the renowned Great Gallery site.

By oliverd :-), 6 monthsJune 13, 2025 ago
P3220115 LR Wollangambe Four: Long pools and picturesque cascades
Australia Mount Wilson NSW Western Sydney & Blue Mountains

Wollangambe Four: Long pools and picturesque cascades

Wollangambe Four is a section of the Wollangambe River that can be done as one-day loop bushwalk. It’s characterised by long pools separated by short boulder fields and shallow rapids. Wetsuit and flotation device strongly recommended.

By oliverd :-), 9 monthsMarch 25, 2025 ago
IMG 4269 LR Wollangambe Three: a floating and rock-hopping challenge
Australia Mount Wilson NSW Western Sydney & Blue Mountains

Wollangambe Three: a floating and rock-hopping challenge

Wollangambe Three is a challenging but very picturesque section of the Wollangambe River, with multiple deep pools, boulder fields and small cascades. Wetsuit and flotation device strongly recommended.

By oliverd :-), 9 monthsMarch 18, 2025 ago
1X3A9061 LR Exploring the spectacular slot canyons of Mickey Creek Gorge
Australia Central Queensland Queensland

Exploring the spectacular slot canyons of Mickey Creek Gorge

The Mickey Creek trail provides access to Mickey Creek Gorge and Warrumbah Creek Gorge. Continue beyond the formed tracks to explore the narrow and spectacular slot canyons.

By oliverd :-), 9 monthsMarch 11, 2025 ago
1X3A8144 LR Spectacular waterfalls, slots and pagodas along Carne Creek
Australia Newnes Plateau NSW Western Sydney & Blue Mountains

Spectacular waterfalls, slots and pagodas along Carne Creek

A stunning bushwalk around Carne Creek, which provides many vantage points from pagodas above the gorge and visits the picturesque Edmund Falls and unique Devils Throat.

By oliverd :-), 11 monthsJanuary 23, 2025 ago
1X3A9325 LR Wolgan View Canyon - a dry canyon in the Wollemi
Australia NSW Western Sydney & Blue Mountains

Wolgan View Canyon – a dry canyon in the Wollemi

One of the easiest canyons around Sydney, Wolgan View Canyon (also called Dry Canyon) has two narrow, deep and spectacular slots that have been carved into the sandstone.

By oliverd :-), 11 monthsJanuary 16, 2025 ago

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