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AWAT1290 LR A loop bushwalk via the Gosford Glyphs and Lyre Trig
Australia Central Coast Kariong NSW

A loop bushwalk via the Gosford Glyphs and Lyre Trig

A short and partly off-track loop that explores the intrigung Gosford Glyphs (Kariong Hieroglyphs) and passes some Aboriginal engraving sites, before returning via the Lyre Trig Firetrail.

By oliverd :-), 1 yearMarch 28, 2022 ago
AWAT7404 LR Pretty Beach to Pebbly Beach Loop - from the coast to mountains
Australia NSW South Coast

Pretty Beach to Pebbly Beach Loop – from the coast to mountains

The Pretty Beach to Pebbly Beach Loop combines stunning coastal scenery with ocean and hinterland views from Durras Mountain. The walk is best done anti-clockwise from Pretty Beach, but a few different permutations are possible.

By oliverd :-), 1 yearDecember 15, 2021 ago
AWAT7208 LR Catching the sunset from Pigeon House Mountain (Didthul)
Australia NSW South Coast

Catching the sunset from Pigeon House Mountain (Didthul)

Pigeon House Mountain or Didthul is one of the best walks in Morton National Park and on the south coast. The steep climb culminates in a set of steel stairs, with stunning views from the 720m high summit.

By oliverd :-), 1 yearDecember 14, 2021 ago
AWAT2367 LR Sunset from the end of the Willunga Trig Track
Australia Northern Beaches NSW Sydney - North

Sunset from the end of the Willunga Trig Track

The Willunga Trig Track takes you to the highest point in the Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park. It’s a short walk to the old trig point – but continue a bit further for the best views.

By oliverd :-), 2 yearsAugust 12, 2021 ago
MG 7393 LR Exploring the historic Lille Raipas trig point
Norway Finnmark in Troms

Exploring the historic Lille Raipas trig point

A short but scenic hike to the summit of Lille Raipas. At the peak there’s an historic trig station, and panoramic views over the area.

By oliverd :-), 2 yearsJuly 31, 2021 ago
AWAT6104 LR Around Topham Hill
Australia Northern Beaches NSW Sydney - North

Around Topham Hill

A circuit of Topham Hill, exploring some of the Aboriginal rock art sites, sandstone shelters and views over West Head.

By oliverd :-), 2 yearsJuly 10, 2021 ago
AWAT2666 LR Aboriginal art and views on the bushwalk to Taffys Rock
Australia Hornsby NSW Sydney - North

Aboriginal art and views on the bushwalk to Taffys Rock

A fairly demanding walk along an undulating ridge to Taffys Rock, a large sandstone platform that provides panoramic views over the Hawkesbury River and Cowan Creek

By oliverd :-), 2 yearsApril 5, 2021 ago
AWAT1520 LR Gundah Ridge Track
Australia Hornsby NSW Sydney - North

Gundah Ridge Track

A short bushwalk along Gundah Ridge, with some nice views over Berowra Creek

By oliverd :-), 2 yearsApril 3, 2021 ago
awat8816 lr Exploring the Myall Trail (Mt Ku-ring-gai)
Australia Hornsby NSW Sydney - North

Exploring the Myall Trail (Mt Ku-ring-gai)

The Myall Trail is a short firetrail that leads to the end of a ridge in the Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park, with views over the park.

By oliverd :-), 2 yearsMarch 9, 2021 ago
awat6481 lr Exploring Brisbane Water with Sydney Rock Art
Australia Central Coast NSW

Exploring Brisbane Water with Sydney Rock Art

A walk along a ridge in Brisbane Water National Park to an interesting Aboriginal engraving site

By oliverd :-), 2 yearsJanuary 16, 2021 ago

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