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AWAT9500 LR The Breadknife and Grand High Tops walk - the "classic" Warrumbungles loop
Australia Central West NSW

The Breadknife and Grand High Tops walk – the “classic” Warrumbungles loop

The most popular bushwalk in the Warrumbungle National Park, the Breadknife and Grand High Tops bushwalk offers spectacular views of the volcanic rock formations. A side-trip to the top of Bluff Mountains adds some of the best views along the extended loop.

By oliverd :-), 3 monthsFebruary 24, 2022 ago
AWAT9308 LR Catching the sunset from Belougery Split Rock in the Warrumbungles
Australia Central West NSW

Catching the sunset from Belougery Split Rock in the Warrumbungles

A short but challenging loop walk, the Belougery Split Rock track in Warrumbungle National Park offers spectacular views from the top of an ancient lava dome.

By oliverd :-), 3 monthsFebruary 16, 2022 ago
AWAT0154 LR Spion Kop - a stunning lookout over Woy Woy Bay
Australia Central Coast Kariong NSW

Spion Kop – a stunning lookout over Woy Woy Bay

The bushwalk from Woy Woy to Point Clare in Brisbane Water National Park has some great views from the Koolewong Ridge. A side-trip to Spion Kop offers an even more spectacular lookout.

By oliverd :-), 3 monthsFebruary 12, 2022 ago
AWAT8173 LR A Secret West Head track to Refuge Bay waterfall and beach
Australia Northern Beaches NSW Sydney - North

A Secret West Head track to Refuge Bay waterfall and beach

An informal walking pad provides access to Refuge Bay at West Head. This spectacular spot has a waterfall which plunges onto the beach, a clifftop swimming hole, great views and fascinating WWII history.

By oliverd :-), 5 monthsDecember 27, 2021 ago
AWAT7990 LR An off-track adventure from Yeomans Track (West Head)
Australia Northern Beaches NSW Sydney - North

An off-track adventure from Yeomans Track (West Head)

Partly on firetrails and partly off-track, this bushwalk crosses the valley between Yeomans Track and Wallaroo Track to form a loop. Some nice rock formations and a small waterfall along the way!

By oliverd :-), 5 monthsDecember 23, 2021 ago
Carrington Falls Walking Track
Australia NSW Southern Highlands and Tablelands

The short but spectacular Carrington Falls Walking Track

The short but sweet Carrington Falls Walking Track passes multiple vantage points over the spectacular Carrington Falls, and provides access to the Kangaroo River.

By oliverd :-), 5 monthsDecember 19, 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 :-), 5 monthsDecember 14, 2021 ago
73180006 LR Climbing Mont Buet from Lac d'Émosson
Switzerland Valais

Climbing Mont Buet from Lac d’Émosson

A challenging alpine walk from Lac Emosson to the Mont Buet peak (3,096m asl). The trail passes two high-altitude lakes and 250m year-old dinosaur footprints.

By oliverd :-), 6 monthsDecember 5, 2021 ago
HPIM2730 LR Sharp Peak (Nam She Tsim) - one of the toughest HK peaks
Hong Kong New Territories

Sharp Peak (Nam She Tsim) – one of the toughest HK peaks

Sharp Peak (468m) in the Hong Kong New Territories is a challenging hike on a steep and rough trail – but it delivers some stunning views over moutains peaks and secluded beaches.

By oliverd :-), 8 monthsOctober 6, 2021 ago
HPIM2692 LR Hiking the Lantau Trail - Mui Wo to the Big Buddha
Hong Kong Lantau Island

Hiking the Lantau Trail – Mui Wo to the Big Buddha

Mui Wo to the Big Buddha at Ngong Ping (Lantau Trail Stages 1-3) is a strenuous but rewarding hike. It offers some spectacular views of the mountains and coast of Hong Kong’s Lantau Island.

By oliverd :-), 8 monthsOctober 5, 2021 ago

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