Australia Central Coast Kariong NSW
A bushbash to Mount Kariong – the highest peak in BWNP
An off-track bushwalk from the Great North Walk to the top of Mount Kariong, which is (arguably) the equal tallest peak in Brisbane Water National Park.
UK England South East
A pleasant Chilterns loop hike on historic trails
A scenic hike through the Chilterns from Tring which utilises historic trails including the Ridgeway National Trail and Icknield Way. The loop passes the Ivinghoe Beacon, Bridgewater Monument and the charming village of Aldbury.
Australia Mount Victoria NSW Western Sydney & Blue Mountains
Ferris Cave Circuit – spectacular views and impressive caves
This version of the Ferris Cave Circuit at Mount Victoria passes the picturesque Ferris Cave, as well as Boronia Point and Hourn Point lookouts and Witches Glen Falls. Combine with the nearby Coxs Cave Circuit for a longer loop hike.
Australia Mount Victoria NSW Western Sydney & Blue Mountains
Coxs Cave Circuit – a short bushwalk to an enormous cave
The main feature of the Coxs Cave Circuit is an enormous cave, which is reached by a 20m steel ladder. An optional side-trip goes to Dunns Leap, where a school boy miraculously survived a fall down the cliffs.
Ireland County Kerry
Superb sunset views from the Geokaun Loop
The Geokaun Loop hike on Geokaun Mountain (the highest point on Valentia Island) offers spectacular views over the coastline, Valentia Harbour and the Skellig Islands.
Ireland County Kerry
Hiking Carrauntoohil via the vertiginous Devils Ladder
A fun hike from Cronins Yard to the summit of Carrauntoohil (1,039m asl), Ireland’s highest peak in the Macgillycuddy Reeks mountain range. The route ascends via the very steep Devils Ladders and descends via the Zig Zags.
Ireland County Kerry
Breathtaking Dingle Peninsula views from the Bray Head Loop
The Bray Head Loop hike on Valentia Island offers stunning views from the top of Bray Head and Bray Tower. It can be done as an easy out-and-back hike or a slightly more challenging loop.
Ireland County Kerry
Hiking to the westernmost point of Ireland at Dunmore Head
The scenic Dunmore Head loop on the Dingle Peninsula takes you to the westernmost point of mainland Ireland. As well as spectacular views on a clear day, it passes an historic Ogham stone.
Ireland County Mayo
Conquering Croagh Patrick on a cold and wet pilgrimage
Croagh Patrick, Ireland’s holiest mountain, attracts over 100,000 hikers annually. In clear weather the 764m summit offers sweeping views over the picturesque Clew Bay.
USA Utah
A short hike to the Wild Horse Window natural bridge
The Wild Horse Window hike leads to a large cave with a natural skylight, and sweeping views along the way. Most of the hike follows a cairned route.