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img 7075 lr Hiking Bungonia Gorge - a challenging overnight circuit
Australia NSW Southern Highlands and Tablelands

Hiking Bungonia Gorge – a challenging overnight circuit

An arduous day-walk or overnight loop walk in Bungonia Gorge. The route combines the Red Track (Slot Track) and White Track (Mount Ayre Track) with some off-track walking along Bungonia Creek. The reward for the steep descent and ascent is remote camping by the river and some great views.

By oliverd :-), 7 yearsOctober 7, 2019 ago
img 5122 lr Elvina Bay Circuit - a picturesque West Head bushwalk
Australia Northern Beaches NSW Sydney - North

Elvina Bay Circuit – a picturesque West Head bushwalk

The Elvina Bay circuit is a short but very diverse loop trail at West Head, with a secluded swimming hole multiple cascades and waterfalls and nice Pittwater views.

By oliverd :-), 7 yearsJune 23, 2019 ago
img 4301 lr Spectacular waterfalls along the Rocky Crossing walk in Barrington Tops
Australia Hunter NSW

Spectacular waterfalls along the Rocky Crossing walk in Barrington Tops

A surprisingly quiet and picturesque walk that follows the Williams River through rainforest up to Rocky Crossing, with several side trips to features along the river. The Rocky Crossing trail includes the Blue Gum Loop Trail (which can also be done separately as a shorter walk)

By oliverd :-), 7 yearsApril 25, 2019 ago
img 4024 lr Waterfall to Engadine via the alluring Karloo Pool and Olympic Pool
Australia NSW Sydney - South

Waterfall to Engadine via the alluring Karloo Pool and Olympic Pool

Combining the Uloola Track, Karloo Track and Engadine Track, this walk traverses the Royal National Park from Waterfall to Engadine stations. It takes in the Uloola Falls and Karloo Pool, as well as the spectacular “Olympic Pool” on Upper Kangaroo Creek.

By oliverd :-), 7 yearsApril 22, 2019 ago
Minerva sacred pool (Dhawaral NP)
Australia NSW Sydney - Macarthur (South West)

A short hike to two idyllic swimming holes in Dharawal NP

Dharawal National Park in the south-west of Sydney offers a few short walking tracks to idyllic swimming holes (Jingga Pool and Minerva Pool), and a longer cycling track.

By oliverd :-), 7 yearsFebruary 17, 2019 ago
img 0806 lr Following the coastline to Hungry Beach at West Head
Australia Northern Beaches NSW Sydney - North

Following the coastline to Hungry Beach at West Head

Getting to Hungry Beach is half the fun, with the secluded West Head beach reached an untracked route along the rocky coastline.

By oliverd :-), 7 yearsFebruary 3, 2019 ago
img 0270 lr Magic coastal scenery on the short Wineglass Bay walk at Freycinet
Australia East Coast Tasmania

Magic coastal scenery on the short Wineglass Bay walk at Freycinet

One of the most popular walks on the Freycinet Peninsula, the Wineglass Bay track goes to the Wineglass Bay Lookout before descending to the picturesque Wineglass Bay.

By oliverd :-), 7 yearsJanuary 12, 2019 ago
img 9639 lr Maria Island bushwalk - exploring all the trails over 3 days
Australia East Coast

Maria Island bushwalk – exploring all the trails over 3 days

An overnight Maria Island bushwalk traversing the length of Maria Island. The 58km, three day walk explores the Painted Cliffs, Haunted Bay and Robeys Farm.

By oliverd :-), 7 yearsJanuary 6, 2019 ago
img 8953 lr Hiking to the picturesque Liffey Falls via the Upper Track
Australia Launceston and Great Western Tiers Tasmania

Hiking to the picturesque Liffey Falls via the Upper Track

One of Tasmania’s “60 Great Short Walks”, Liffey Falls is accessed via two walking tracks that end up the picturesque cascades.

By oliverd :-), 7 yearsJanuary 4, 2019 ago
PC270167 LR Down the Wollangambe Canyon (Lower Section) on an Inflatable Otter
Australia NSW Western Sydney & Blue Mountains

Down the Wollangambe Canyon (Lower Section) on an Inflatable Otter

Wollangambe Canyon is an easy canyon in the Blue Mountains, requiring no technical skills (ie. abseils) – the Upper and Lower Sections can be done as separate day trips (or one very long day-trip). 

By oliverd :-), 7 yearsDecember 27, 2018 ago

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Featured Guides

Bushwalking Gear for an Overnight Hike
A definitive guide to the essential and nice-to-have gear you need for overnight hiking.
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.
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.
Waterfalls of the World
Some of the most spectacular waterfalls around the world.
Sydney bushwalks by public transport
A summary of bushwalks around Sydney that are accessible by public transport (train, bus or ferry).
Aboriginal Rock Art around Sydney
An overview of Aboriginal rock art around Sydney, including engravings (rock art) and cave paintings, and other heritage sites.
Top Hiking Books & Guides
A list of hiking guidebooks I've researched, purchased and used. Each is rated based on it's overall value.
Top Posts & Pages
  • Guide to Overnight Walks near Sydney
    Guide to Overnight Walks near Sydney
  • Aboriginal Rock Art - Ku-ring-gai Chase
    Aboriginal Rock Art - Ku-ring-gai Chase
  • Hiking to the westernmost point of Ireland at Dunmore Head
    Hiking to the westernmost point of Ireland at Dunmore Head
  • Trail Map
    Trail Map
  • Aboriginal Rock Art around Sydney
    Aboriginal Rock Art around Sydney
  • Wolgan View Canyon - a dry canyon in the Wollemi
    Wolgan View Canyon - a dry canyon in the Wollemi
  • An off-track bushwalk along the Ramshead Range in Thredbo
    An off-track bushwalk along the Ramshead Range in Thredbo
  • A Guide to the 13 Narrow Neck Passes
    A Guide to the 13 Narrow Neck Passes

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