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img 1648 lr The Duckhole (Ku-ring-gai NP)
Australia Northern Beaches NSW Sydney - North

The Duckhole (Ku-ring-gai NP)

A rough but interesting trail follows McCarrs Creek downstream from The Duckhole to a spectacular waterfall.

By oliverd :-), 3 yearsApril 1, 2020 ago
img 0921 lr Mt Maculot, Batangas
Philippines

Mt Maculot, Batangas

Mt Maculot is one the of the most popular (and arguably the most scenic) mountain in the Batangas south of Manila, in the Philippines. The reward for a steep and tough climb is a spectacular view over Taal Lake and its volcanic island.

By oliverd :-), 4 yearsMarch 18, 2019 ago
dsc01612 lr Mount Trusmadi (Mannan Trail from Sinua)
Malaysia Borneo

Mount Trusmadi (Mannan Trail from Sinua)

A tough overnight walk through the jungle to the peak of Mount Trusmadi (2,642m) in Borneo, the second-highest mountain in Malaysia, via the Mannan Trail from Sinua. One of the best challenging walks you can do!

By oliverd :-), 5 yearsApril 26, 2018 ago
mg 4209 lr Olive Trail in Naukluft Mountains (Namibia)
Namibia

Olive Trail in Naukluft Mountains (Namibia)

The Naukluft Olive Trail is a challenging circular walk that starts with sweeping views from a high ridge before following a riverbed down through a narrow gorge back to the start.

By oliverd :-), 5 yearsOctober 3, 2017 ago
img 0550 lr Mount Nantai (Nikko)
Japan Nikko

Mount Nantai (Nikko)

Mount Nantai (2,486m asl) is a sacred mountain which rises above Lake Chuzenji in Nikko, accessed via a steep climb. Great views from the summit.

By oliverd :-), 6 yearsSeptember 10, 2017 ago
mg 9453 lr Stokkvikskaret
Norway Lofoten Islands

Stokkvikskaret

The Stokkvikskaret trail follows Lake Ågvatnet, with chains to assist on the steeper parts, eventually ascending to Stokkvikskaret Pass and Stokkvika village.

By oliverd :-), 7 yearsSeptember 27, 2016 ago
mg 8053 hdr lr Sukkertoppen (Sugar Peak)
Norway

Sukkertoppen (Sugar Peak)

A steep climb to the Sukkertoppen peak (456m above sea level) rewards with 360-degree views over the fjord and surrounding mountains.

By oliverd :-), 7 yearsSeptember 23, 2016 ago
img 0174 lr Mount Fuji
Japan Shizuoka Prefecture

Mount Fuji

A relentless climb to the top of Mount Fuji, the highest mountain in Japan at 3,776m, via the Yoshida Trail

By oliverd :-), 7 yearsSeptember 7, 2016 ago
img 2864 Mount Warning (Wollumbin)
Australia North Coast NSW

Mount Warning (Wollumbin)

The Mount Warning (Wollumbin) track is a steep hike to the top of a volcanic plug, and the first place on the Australian mainland to be touched by the morning sun.

By oliverd :-), 7 yearsApril 19, 2016 ago
dsc03462 lr Barn Bluff circuit
Australia Central Highlands Tasmania

Barn Bluff circuit

Barn Bluff is a less-busy alternative to Cradle Mountain, with equally impressive views and a slightly harder scramble to the top.

By oliverd :-), 7 yearsApril 15, 2016 ago

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Top Hiking Books & Guides
A list of hiking guidebooks I've researched, purchased and used. Each is rated based on it's overall value.
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.
Trig Stations around Sydney
Cromer Heights Trig
A guide to discovering the trig stations hidden in national parks across Sydney.
Sydney bushwalks by public transport
A summary of bushwalks around Sydney that are accessible by public transport (train, bus or ferry).
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.
Waterfalls of the World
Some of the most spectacular waterfalls around the world.
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.
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