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1X3A5062 LR The scenic Glenbrook Creek and Kanuka Brook circuit
Australia NSW Western Sydney & Blue Mountains

The scenic Glenbrook Creek and Kanuka Brook circuit

An interesting and scenic loop along Glenbrook Creek and Kanuka Brook, returning via the Red Hands Cave Track. It includes a side-trip to the spectacular Crayfish Pool and Grey Hat Falls.

By oliverd :-), 1 monthApril 29, 2023 ago
AWAT0273 LR Glenbrook to Lapstone via the stunning Glenbrook Creek
NSW Australia

Glenbrook to Lapstone via the stunning Glenbrook Creek

A great bushwalk for a hot day, Glenbrook to Lapstone along Glenbrook Creek offers countless swimming opportunities and some spectacular scenery. The optional and more challenging side-trip up to Mount Portal Lookout provides some great views.

By oliverd :-), 1 monthApril 26, 2023 ago
028A8060 LR Waterfalls and gorge views on the Gudda Gumoo hike
Australia Central Queensland Queensland

Waterfalls and gorge views on the Gudda Gumoo hike

The popular Gudda Gumoo is the best bushwalk in the Blackdown Tableland National Park, featuring views into the gorge, waterfalls and a spectacular set of rockpools.

By oliverd :-), 2 monthsApril 15, 2023 ago
028A9178 LR Views and swimming holes along the Werribee Gorge Circuit
Australia Central Highlands Victoria

Views and swimming holes along the Werribee Gorge Circuit

The Werribee Gorge Circuit is a popular bushwalk, which offers some great views of the Werribee River and the surrounding gorge, and a few sandy beaches where you can go for a swim.

By oliverd :-), 3 monthsFebruary 27, 2023 ago
The Duckpond on Marramarra Creek
Australia Hornsby NSW Sydney - North

Down the Duckponds Ridge to The Duckpond on Marramarra Creek

A partly off-track bushwalk in Marramarra National Park, which initially follows the Duckponds Ridge Trail (a firetrail). The last bit down to The Duckpond, a deep pool on Marramarra Creek, has no track.

By oliverd :-), 4 monthsFebruary 12, 2023 ago
028A5098 1 A short and varied loop to Barker Dam in Joshua Tree
USA California

A short and varied loop to Barker Dam in Joshua Tree

The Barker Dam trail is a relatively short and easy loop hike that goes to the Barker Dam (Big Horn Dam), which was built in 1900 to provide water for cattle.

By oliverd :-), 7 monthsOctober 19, 2022 ago
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 :-), 9 monthsAugust 19, 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 :-), 1 yearMay 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 :-), 1 yearMay 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 :-), 1 yearMay 2, 2022 ago

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