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AWAT8843 LR Exploring Dargans Arch in the Blue Mountains
Australia NSW Western Sydney & Blue Mountains

Exploring Dargans Arch in the Blue Mountains

A short walk that starts near Dargan in the Blue Mountains to Dargans Arch. The large natural sandstone arch is surrounded by a dramatic, canyon-like landscape.

By oliverd :-), 1 monthFebruary 16, 2023 ago
AWAT2530 LR Looking out the Western Window in D'Aguilar National Park
Australia Queensland South East - Brisbane and Gold Coast

Looking out the Western Window in D’Aguilar National Park

A loop bushwalk through subtropical rainforest, this bushwalk in D’Aguilar National Park combines the Western Window track and Westside track. It’s a secluded and surprisingly pleasant bushwalk.

By oliverd :-), 10 monthsMay 27, 2022 ago
AWAT2484 LR A rainforest walk to Greenes Falls in D'Aguilar National Park
Australia Queensland South East - Brisbane and Gold Coast

A rainforest walk to Greenes Falls in D’Aguilar National Park

A fairly popular bushwalk in the D’Aguilar National Park, the Greenes Falls Track descends through rainforest to a platform overlooking Greenes Falls. It’s an easy and pleasant walk, but don’t expect a spectacular waterfall.

By oliverd :-), 10 monthsMay 25, 2022 ago
AWAT2461 LR A nice view from the Morelia Walking Track on Mount Nebo
Australia Queensland South East - Brisbane and Gold Coast

A nice view from the Morelia Walking Track on Mount Nebo

The Morelia Walking Track in the D’Aguilar National Park provides a nice view from the Mount Nebo Lookout, It’s an easy, family-friendly bushwalk you can do in under two hours.

By oliverd :-), 10 monthsMay 23, 2022 ago
AWAT2208 LR River crossings and waterfalls along the West Canungra Creek Circuit
Australia Queensland South East - Brisbane and Gold Coast

River crossings and waterfalls along the West Canungra Creek Circuit

Muddy tracks and wet feet from multiple creek crossings is part of the fun on the West Canungra Creek Circuit. The reward is some stunning rainforest scenery and waterfalls as you follow the West Canungra Creek upstream from the Yerralahla Pool.

By oliverd :-), 10 monthsMay 20, 2022 ago
AWAT0907 LR Hiking the Bump Track to Big Mowbray Falls
Australia Far North Queensland (FNQ) Queensland

Hiking the Bump Track to Big Mowbray Falls

A partly-easy (along the Bump Track) and partly-hard route in the Mowbray National Park to the Big Mowbray Falls.

By oliverd :-), 11 monthsMay 5, 2022 ago
IMG 3587 LR Giant fig trees and cascades on the Mossman Gorge Rainforest Circuit
Australia Far North Queensland (FNQ) Queensland

Giant fig trees and cascades on the Mossman Gorge Rainforest Circuit

A popular Daintree bushwalk, the Mossman Gorge Rainforest Circuit passes a swimming hole on the Mossman River, many giant fig trees and cascades along Rex Creek.

By oliverd :-), 11 monthsMay 2, 2022 ago
AWAT9697 LR Waterfalls and rainforest along the Clover Hill Trail in Macquarie Pass NP
Australia Illawarra NSW

Waterfalls and rainforest along the Clover Hill Trail in Macquarie Pass NP

The Clover Hill Trail combines an easy walk along an old forestry road, followed by a challenging scramble through rainforest. It passes four waterfalls and some nice swimming holes.

By oliverd :-), 1 yearMarch 1, 2022 ago
AWAT9144 LR Rosewood Creek Track and Red Cedar Falls Track - a rewarding Dorrigo rainforest loop
Australia Mid North Coast NSW

Rosewood Creek Track and Red Cedar Falls Track – a rewarding Dorrigo rainforest loop

Combining the Rosewood Creek Track and Red Cedar Falls Track in Dorrigo National Park into a 10km loop is a great way to experience some of the best rainforest and to visit the highest waterfall in the park.

By oliverd :-), 1 yearFebruary 8, 2022 ago
AWAT9066 LR Mobong Walking Track - a secluded rainforest walk
Australia Mid North Coast NSW

Mobong Walking Track – a secluded rainforest walk

The Mobong Walking Track in Cascade National Park (inland from Coffs Harbour) traverses dense rainforest and passes a nice waterfall, before emerging at a swimming hole on Mobong Creek.

By oliverd :-), 1 yearFebruary 5, 2022 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.
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.
Best Hiking Apps for planning and navigation
Hiking Apps for Navigation
A comparison of some of the best hiking apps for navigation and planning a bushwalk
Aboriginal Rock Art around Sydney
An overview of Aboriginal rock art around Sydney, including engravings (rock art) and cave paintings, and other heritage sites.
Bushwalking with Dogs in Sydney’s North
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