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Off-track walks

1X3A5541 A scrubby Wollemi adventure into the remote Pomany Range
Australia Central West NSW

A scrubby Wollemi adventure into the remote Pomany Range

A demanding three‑day bushwalk from Nullo Mountain to the historic Pomany Range. The battle with dense scrub, steep saddles and scarce water is rewarded with sweeping Wollemi views.

By oliverd :-), 1 daySeptember 27, 2026 ago
1X3A3981 LR Starkey Trig and the Flat Rocks Ridge Aboriginal rock art sites
Australia Central Coast Gunderman NSW

Starkey Trig and the Flat Rocks Ridge Aboriginal rock art sites

A steep, slot‑threading ascent to Starkey Trig, followed by long, undulating ridge walk which links multiple Aboriginal rock art sites, culminating in Group 6 (a significant Dharug ceremonial site).

By oliverd :-), 4 weeksAugust 29, 2026 ago
1X3A3700 LR Tragedy on the way to Beloon Pass in the Nattai
Australia NSW Southern Highlands and Tablelands

Tragedy on the way to Beloon Pass in the Nattai

An ambitious attempt to reach the remote Beloon Trig became an exciting wilderness journey featuring a wombat rescue, helicopter evacuation and arduous scrambling up Travis Gully. The 3-day trip ended up descending to the Nattai River from Wattle Ridge and ascending Travis Gully to Beloon Pass.

By oliverd :-), 1 monthAugust 22, 2026 ago
1X3A2445 LR Through Alsophylla Glen to the elusive Natural Bridge Cascade
Australia Kurrajong & Kurrajong Heights NSW Western Sydney & Blue Mountains

Through Alsophylla Glen to the elusive Natural Bridge Cascade

A Wollemi bushwalk from Bells Line of Road which descends into Alsophylla Glen. The route follows this mossy rainforest creek to the newly re-discovered Natural Bridge Cascade before climbing back out.

By oliverd :-), 1 monthAugust 17, 2026 ago
1X3A3576 LR Colo River via Island Mountain: A tough but rewarding loop
Australia Colo Heights / Putty Road NSW Western Sydney & Blue Mountains

Colo River via Island Mountain: A tough but rewarding loop

A demanding and scrubby loop from the end of Drip Rock Trail to The Island and down to the Colo River (via Clews Cave and Pass 28). The ascent takes Pass 29 which follows a creek before negotiating a steep cliff-line.

By oliverd :-), 2 monthsAugust 10, 2026 ago
1X3A2889 LR Descending a remote gully to an undiscovered Wollemi waterfall
Australia Kurrajong & Kurrajong Heights NSW Western Sydney & Blue Mountains

Descending a remote gully to an undiscovered Wollemi waterfall

A challenging Wollemi bushwalk down a steep gully to Wheeny Creek, before reaching a remote and recently discovered waterfall (Tenacity Falls).

By oliverd :-), 2 monthsJuly 29, 2026 ago
1X3A9776 LR A less-trodden West Head route from Halletts Beach to Refuge Bay
Australia Northern Beaches NSW Sydney - North

A less-trodden West Head route from Halletts Beach to Refuge Bay

A strenuous but rewarding off-track West Head bushwalk which descends from the Wallaroo Trail to Cottage Rock and Halletts Beach, before returning via Refuge Bay.

By oliverd :-), 5 monthsApril 30, 2026 ago
1X3A1048 LR Descending to the Colo River via Mount Townsend
Australia NSW Western Sydney & Blue Mountains

Descending to the Colo River via Mount Townsend

An entirely off-track loop which descends to the beautiful Colo River via Mount Townsend (465m). It returns via a different spur opposite the Colo Meroo campground.

By oliverd :-), 5 monthsApril 22, 2026 ago
1X3A9070 LR Down to the majestic Canoe Creek bend on the Colo and into the Bad Bit
Western Sydney & Blue Mountains Australia NSW

Down to the majestic Canoe Creek bend on the Colo and into the Bad Bit

This three-day Wollemi bushwalk comes in two parts: a relatively easy descent to the Colo River via Canoe Creek Pass and along the river to Pass 17b. And an arduous ascent of Pass 17b to explore the area around Savage RIdge.

By oliverd :-), 6 monthsMarch 18, 2026 ago
IMG 0104 LR Cascades and Leeches on the Wollangambe Five canyon adventure
Australia Mount Wilson NSW Western Sydney & Blue Mountains

Cascades and Leeches on the Wollangambe Five canyon adventure

Wollangambe Five is one of the longer canyoning day-trips along the remote Wollangambe River. This section features a lot of rocky cascades, many pools and two long swims, with some very scenic constrictions in the middle.

By oliverd :-), 7 monthsFebruary 24, 2026 ago

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Featured Guides

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.
Bushwalking Safety: Facts, Myths & avoiding the cost of a Rescue
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).
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 Gear for an Overnight Hike
A definitive guide to the essential and nice-to-have gear you need for overnight hiking.
The 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.
Waterfalls of the World
Some of the most spectacular waterfalls around the world.
Top Posts & Pages
  • A scrubby Wollemi adventure into the remote Pomany Range
    A scrubby Wollemi adventure into the remote Pomany Range
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    Guide to Overnight Walks near Sydney
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    An overnight hike to Corang Arch and the idyllic Corang River
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    Wilsons Promontory Southern Circuit - the best bushwalk in Victoria
  • A challenging adventure up Breakfast Creek in the Megalong Valley
    A challenging adventure up Breakfast Creek in the Megalong Valley
  • Hiking Bungonia Gorge - a challenging overnight circuit
    Hiking Bungonia Gorge - a challenging overnight circuit
  • Aboriginal Rock Art - Central Coast
    Aboriginal Rock Art - Central Coast
  • Starkey Trig and the Flat Rocks Ridge Aboriginal rock art sites
    Starkey Trig and the Flat Rocks Ridge Aboriginal rock art sites

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