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        • USA – One Day and Three Short Hikes in Death Valley
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      • USA – Best of Big Bend National Park
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    • Trig Stations around Sydney
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        • Aboriginal rock art of the Central Coast – the original recordings
          • The Sim Collection – Central Coast
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        • Terrey Hills Aboriginal sites
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      • Aboriginal Rock Art – Illawarra and Southern Highlands
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      • Aboriginal Rock Art – Parr State Conservation Area
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      • Aboriginal rock art in Sydney’s North – the original recordings
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IMG 8643 LR A pleasant Chilterns loop hike on historic trails
UK England South East

A pleasant Chilterns loop hike on historic trails

A scenic hike through the Chilterns from Tring which utilises historic trails including the Ridgeway National Trail and Icknield Way. The loop passes the Ivinghoe Beacon, Bridgewater Monument and the charming village of Aldbury.

By oliverd :-), 4 monthsAugust 22, 2025 ago
IMG 1029 LR Coxs Cave Circuit - a short bushwalk to an enormous cave
Australia Mount Victoria NSW Western Sydney & Blue Mountains

Coxs Cave Circuit – a short bushwalk to an enormous cave

The main feature of the Coxs Cave Circuit is an enormous cave, which is reached by a 20m steel ladder. An optional side-trip goes to Dunns Leap, where a school boy miraculously survived a fall down the cliffs.

By oliverd :-), 4 monthsAugust 17, 2025 ago
Gladstone Pass
Australia Leura NSW Western Sydney & Blue Mountains

The scenic Gladstone Pass to Roberts Pass loop

A short but challenging loop walk that combines the historic Gladstone Pass, Lindeman Pass and Roberts Pass in the Blue Mountains. A combination of rainforest and classic Jamison Valley views.

By oliverd :-), 12 monthsDecember 23, 2024 ago
1X3A6864 LR Wildflowers and Rock Art on the Little Wobby Loop
Australia Central Coast NSW Patonga

Wildflowers and Rock Art on the Little Wobby Loop

A pleasant half-day loop bushwalk from Little Wobby, which passes an Aboriginal rock art site, a secluded beach, many informal lookouts and an old WWII embankment. Access is via ferry and a free permit is required.

By oliverd :-), 1 yearNovember 30, 2024 ago
1X3A4202 LR Exploring the historic Hydro Majestic walking tracks
Australia NSW Western Sydney & Blue Mountains

Exploring the historic Hydro Majestic walking tracks

The Wonderland Track, Sunbath Track and Colosseum Track form part of the network of historic Hydro Majestic walking tracks. They offer some great Megalong Valley views, and a steep descent through narrow slots in the rocks to the base of the Medlow Bath cliffs.

By oliverd :-), 2 yearsAugust 17, 2023 ago

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Featured Guides

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.
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.
Sydney bushwalks by public transport
A summary of bushwalks around Sydney that are accessible by public transport (train, bus or ferry).
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.
Top Hiking Books & Guides
A list of hiking guidebooks I've researched, purchased and used. Each is rated based on it's overall value.
Waterfalls of the World
Some of the most spectacular waterfalls around the world.
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.
Top Posts & Pages
  • Sweeping views from Venus Tor and the Boorong Crags
    Sweeping views from Venus Tor and the Boorong Crags
  • Aboriginal Rock Art in the Greater Blue Mountains
    Aboriginal Rock Art in the Greater Blue Mountains
  • Aboriginal Rock Art around Sydney
    Aboriginal Rock Art around Sydney
  • Guide to Overnight Walks near Sydney
    Guide to Overnight Walks near Sydney
  • Dalpura Canyon Via Jinki Ridge - An Easy Canyon Hike
    Dalpura Canyon Via Jinki Ridge - An Easy Canyon Hike
  • Down the Wollangambe Canyon (Lower Section) on an Inflatable Otter
    Down the Wollangambe Canyon (Lower Section) on an Inflatable Otter
  • Catching the sunset from Pigeon House Mountain (Didthul)
    Catching the sunset from Pigeon House Mountain (Didthul)
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    Trail Map

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