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Ice Box Canyon
USA Nevada

Exploring the shady Ice Box Canyon in Red Rock Canyon

It’s not one of the most spectacular hikes in Red Rock Canyon – but Ice Box Canyon is a good choice on a hot day, as part of the trail is through a shaded and cool canyon.

By oliverd :-), 2 monthsAugust 8, 2023 ago
Walls Cave
Australia NSW Western Sydney & Blue Mountains

Past a slot canyon to the impressive Walls Cave

The only known indigenous occupation site in Blackheath, Walls Cave is both a sacred site and an impressively large shelter. The short walk to the cave passes a picturesque slot canyon.

By oliverd :-), 4 monthsJune 16, 2023 ago
AWAT0482 LR Dalpura Canyon Via Jinki Ridge - An Easy Canyon Hike
NSW Australia Western Sydney & Blue Mountains

Dalpura Canyon Via Jinki Ridge – An Easy Canyon Hike

A loop walk along Jinki Ridge and then along Dalpura Creek through the Dalpura Canyon. The route combines some great views, a narrow and spectacular canyon and some pristine swimming holes.

By oliverd :-), 6 monthsMarch 24, 2023 ago
IMG 0950 LR The spectacular Zion Narrows hike up the Virgin River
Utah

The spectacular Zion Narrows hike up the Virgin River

Zion Narrows is a spectacular hike up the Virgin River from the Temple of Sinawava. For most of the hike you’re wading in the river below the towering walls of the Zion Canyon. (It can also be done as a longer one-way trip down the river, which requires a permit.)

By oliverd :-), 9 monthsJanuary 9, 2023 ago
028A6553 LR Spectacular Grand Canyon views from the Transept Trail and Bright Angel Point
USA Arizona

Spectacular Grand Canyon views from the Transept Trail and Bright Angel Point

Stunning Grand Canyon views from the Transept Trail and Bright Angel Point Trail on a 5 mile / 8.2km return hike from the North Kaibab trailhead on the North Rim.

By oliverd :-), 10 monthsDecember 17, 2022 ago
028A6378 LR An epic hike down to Ribbon Falls along the North Kaibab Trail
USA Arizona

An epic hike down to Ribbon Falls along the North Kaibab Trail

A challenging day-hike from the Grand Canyon North Rim down the North Kaibab Trail to Ribbon Falls. Stunning views and some incredible trail construction along the way to the picturesque waterfall.

By oliverd :-), 10 monthsDecember 13, 2022 ago
DSC02545 LR Descending into Les Gorges Mystérieuses de la Tête-Noire
Switzerland Valais

Descending into Les Gorges Mystérieuses de la Tête-Noire

A walking trail takes you deep into Les Gorges Mystérieuses de la Tête-Noire… after following the Trient River through the gorge, you end up at the Grotte aux Nymphes.

By oliverd :-), 2 yearsSeptember 12, 2021 ago
Morialta Waterfall (First Falls)
South Australia (SA) Australia

Yurrebilla Trail (Norton Summit to Morialta)

A loop through the Morialta Conservation Park, which includes a section of the Yurrebilla Trail. The bushwalk passes the historic Morialta Barns complex, spectacular gorges and three waterfalls.

By oliverd :-), 2 yearsAugust 18, 2021 ago
AWAT0073 LR Exploring Fortress Ridge and Fortress Creek in the Blue Mountains
Australia NSW Western Sydney & Blue Mountains

Exploring Fortress Ridge and Fortress Creek in the Blue Mountains

A return walk along Fortress Ridge; at the end there are stunning views of Lockleys Pylon, and down the Grose Valley to Mount Bank and Docker Head. A side-trip takes you down to Fortress Creek.

By oliverd :-), 4 yearsNovember 23, 2019 ago
img 7075 lr Hiking Bungonia Gorge - a challenging overnight circuit
Australia NSW Southern Highlands and Tablelands

Hiking Bungonia Gorge – a challenging overnight circuit

An arduous day-walk or overnight loop walk in Bungonia Gorge. The route combines the Red Track (Slot Track) and White Track (Mount Ayre Track) with some off-track walking along Bungonia Creek. The reward for the steep descent and ascent is remote camping by the river and some great views.

By oliverd :-), 4 yearsOctober 7, 2019 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.
Trig Stations around Sydney
Cromer Heights Trig
A guide to discovering the trig stations hidden in national parks across Sydney.
Top Hiking Books & Guides
A list of hiking guidebooks I've researched, purchased and used. Each is rated based on it's overall value.
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.
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.
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.
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 – finding the best water filters
A Guide to Treating Water help you to select the most appropiate water filtration or purification system.
Top Posts & Pages
  • Dalpura Canyon Via Jinki Ridge - An Easy Canyon Hike
    Dalpura Canyon Via Jinki Ridge - An Easy Canyon Hike
  • Guide to Overnight Walks near Sydney
    Guide to Overnight Walks near Sydney
  • Bushwalking with Dogs in Sydney's North
    Bushwalking with Dogs in Sydney's North
  • Climbing up the vertiginous trail to Angels Landing in Zion
    Climbing up the vertiginous trail to Angels Landing in Zion
  • An arduous hike to The Castle summit in Morton National Park
    An arduous hike to The Castle summit in Morton National Park
  • Towlers Bay Circuit via Birnie Lookout
    Towlers Bay Circuit via Birnie Lookout
  • Guide to West Head bushwalks
    Guide to West Head bushwalks
  • The spectacular Porters Pass and Colliers Causeway loop in Blackheath
    The spectacular Porters Pass and Colliers Causeway loop in Blackheath

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