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AWAT2700 LR Exploring waterfalls and waterholes along Green Point Creek
Australia Central Coast NSW Patonga

Exploring waterfalls and waterholes along Green Point Creek

A short but very picturesque walk along Green Point Creek near Pearl Beach, which passes a waterfall and tranquil waterhole.

By oliverd :-), 5 monthsAugust 19, 2022 ago
AWAT0029 LR Waterfalls and stunning views on the Rocky Ponds Trail to The Icicles
Australia Central Coast Kariong NSW Patonga

Waterfalls and stunning views on the Rocky Ponds Trail to The Icicles

One of the best day walks in Brisbane Water National Park, the Tunnel Trail and Rocky Ponds Trail passes waterfalls, cascades and swimming holes. The Icicles at the end of the bushwalk offers great views over Brisbane Water,

By oliverd :-), 7 monthsJuly 7, 2022 ago
Trough Waterfall
Australia Central Coast Kariong NSW

The scenic Woy Woy Waterfall and Mount Wondabyne loop

An interesting and scenic loop bushwalk in the Brisbane Water National Park, which visits the Woy Woy Waterfall (or Trough Waterfall) and the Mount Wondabyne summit.

By oliverd :-), 7 monthsJune 29, 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 :-), 9 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 :-), 9 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 :-), 9 monthsMay 2, 2022 ago
AWAT9929 LR Stunning views from a (partly) secret North Head Loop in Manly
Australia Northern Beaches NSW Sydney - North

Stunning views from a (partly) secret North Head Loop in Manly

This North Head Loop is an interesting bushwalking circuit around North Head in Manly, which uses some “secret tracks” as well as official trails. The loop passes some stunning viewpoints and World War II historical ruins.

By oliverd :-), 9 monthsApril 23, 2022 ago
AWAT8898 LR Waterfalls and a rugged beach on the Yuelarbah walking track
Australia Hunter NSW

Waterfalls and a rugged beach on the Yuelarbah walking track

The Yuelarbah walking track forms the main part of a bushwalking loop through the Glenrock State Conservation Area. It passes two waterfalls before reaching Burwood Beach and Glenrock Lagoon.

By oliverd :-), 10 monthsApril 9, 2022 ago
Nandroya Falls
Australia Far North Queensland (FNQ) Queensland

Nandroya Falls Loop – leeches, rainforest and waterfalls

The Nandroya Falls Loop bushwalk in the Wooroonooran National Park passes some small cascades, with the destination being a spectacular plunge waterfall and large swimming hole.

By oliverd :-), 11 monthsMarch 20, 2022 ago
IMG 0613 Climbing Walshs Pyramid for one of the best views around Cairns
Australia Far North Queensland (FNQ) Queensland

Climbing Walshs Pyramid for one of the best views around Cairns

The very distinctive Walshs Pyramid is about 30min south of Cairns. The steep climb up the summit rewards with sweeping views over the Atherton Tablelands and surrounding peaks.

By oliverd :-), 11 monthsMarch 16, 2022 ago

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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.
Best Hiking Apps for planning and navigation
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A comparison of some of the best hiking apps for navigation and planning a bushwalk
Trig Stations around Sydney
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A guide to discovering the trig stations hidden in national parks across Sydney.
Best Day Hikes around Sydney
West Head Beach
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A summary of tracks suitable for bushwalking with dogs, in and around Ku-ring-gai. Northern Beaches and the north of Sydney.
Waterfalls of the World
Some of the most spectacular waterfalls around the world.
Packing for an Overnight Hike
A definitive guide to the essential and nice-to-have gear you need for overnight hiking.
Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park Trails
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