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4 Jun, Thu 8:21AM Darvall Park to Rydalmere wharf
Grade:2/6 Length 23km  200m Sydney Branch
Geoffrey.L
Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or longPublic Transport | There are public transport options to and from this activity.(Date Changed) We will walk along the creek in Darvall Park to see the one & only original giant  & magnificent blue gum. We will then pass Eastwood shops with lots of exotic & yummy Chinese goodies for breakfast & coffee before joining the Terrys & Ponds Creeks to go to Rydalmere Wharf. Those still feeling energetic can stroll further along the riverfront to Meadowbank station. We will walk through bushlands, tall gum trees & streets. Slippery & uneven surfaces
Location: eastwood
Map: eastwood Limit: 20. View

5 Jun, Fri 9:30AM Discovering Sydney No 19: Windsor
Grade:2/6 Length 7km  50m Sydney Branch
(SWAG) Esther
Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or longFirst time friendly | A trip that is perfect for most new members (assuming you have a reasonable level of fitness)Public Transport | There are public transport options to and from this activity.Discovering Sydney: learning what you don't know about places you thought you knew. Based on a book Exploring Hidden Sydney by Trevor McAlister. Leader: Lynne Hewitt RSVP DIRECT TO
  • lehewitt@optusnet.com.au
fish and chips after walk. Limit: 10. View

6-8 Jun, Sat (08:00AM)-Mon (15:00PM) Budawangs wilderness circuit
Grade:4/6 Length 18km  1,200m Sydney Branch
Mark G.
Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or long60 Best walks | This is one of the NPA's 60 best walks.(Fully Booked - Ask leader about waiting list) This circuit will take you past and through some of the most iconic landmarks of the Budawangs in the Morton National Park including Monolith Valley, Mt Cole and Mt Owen. The aim of the walk is to explore much of the surrounding area as well, including Mt Donjon, Shrouded Gods mountain and a secret pass onto Mt Owen that will truly surprise and thrill you! I plan to stay in camping areas which are not usually used. All in all this will be a walk mostly away from the maddening crowd and not to be missed!
Location: Morton national park
Map: Corang 1:25000 Limit: 12. View

7 Jun, Sun 8:55AM Long Reef Headland to Narrabeen Lagoon loop
Grade:3/6 Length 25km  200m Sydney Branch
Geoffrey.L
Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or longPublic Transport | There are public transport options to and from this activity.(NEW!!!) From the B1 bus stop at Collaroy we  will walk to the Long Reef headland & then to Dee Why beach , where we will walk through a pathway of parks & wetlands linking the Narrabeen lagoon. This route offers a bit of everything, from serene water views to crashing waves of the dramatic windswept coastline to tranquil bush land of the lagoon.The headland is an aquatic reserve teeming with interesting marine life at low tide. Cliff top is a vantage point for spotting migrating whales. Slippery & uneven surfaces
Location: Narrabeen Lagoon State Park
Map: Narrabeen Lake Limit: 20. View

10 Jun, Wed 8:58AM North Turramarra to North St Ives via Three Creeks
Grade:3/6 Length 15km  400m Southern Sydney Branch
Loan
Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or longPublic Transport | There are public transport options to and from this activity.From North Turramurra taking Gibberagong Track winding along pristine Cockle Creek to Bobbin Head. Continuing alongside the banks of Cowan Creek up Warrimoo Track before back to bush and crossing Kuring Gai Creek. Finishing with a short street walk to the bus stop on Mona Vale Road North St Ives. Creek crossing and rock scrambling. View

11 Jun, Thu 9:03AM Long Reef Headland to Narrabeen Lagoon loop
Grade:3/6 Length 25km  200m Sydney Branch
Geoffrey.L
Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or longPublic Transport | There are public transport options to and from this activity.(NEW!!!) From the B1 bus stop at Collaroy we will walk to the Long Reef headland & then to Dee Why beach where we will walk through a pathway of parks & wetlands linking the Narrabeen lagoon. This route offers a bit of everything, from serene water views to crashing waves of the dramatic windswept coastline to tranquil bush land of the lagoon. The headland is an aquatic reserve teeming with interesting marine life at low tide. Cliff top is a vantage point for spotting migrating whales. Slippery & uneven surfaces
Location: Narrabeen Lagoon State Park
Map: Narrabeen Lake Limit: 20. View

12 Jun, Fri 9:30AM Discovering Sydney 20: Sydney West Part 2
Grade:2/6 Length 11km  160m Sydney Branch
(SWAG) Bob Rankin
Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or longPublic Transport | There are public transport options to and from this activity.(Date Changed) Discovering Sydney: learning what you don't know about places you thought you knew. Based on a book Exploring Hidden Sydney by Trevor McAlister  Visit Rozelle Parklands, White Bay power station, Pyrmont waterfront. Finish at Town Hall. Limit: 10. View

13 Jun, Sat 8:00AM Asteroid cave/Scallop cave/Flat rock exploration
Grade:4/6 Length 8km  370m Sydney Branch
Mark G.
Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or long60 Best walks | This is one of the NPA's 60 best walks.Photography | A trip that has a strong focus on encouraging people to capture photographs.Only a short drive from Bilpin is an area of twisted fantastic Angophoras, caves full of golden tafoni formations and various flat rock platforms ,all worth exploring and photographing. If you want to escape the maddening crowd and avoid a long drive to examine an area of outstanding natural beauty, then this is a walk for you! offtrack and rock scrambling
Location: Wollemi NP
Map: Mountain Lagoon 90313S Limit: 12. View

13 Jun, Sat 10:00AM Explore access to Warrenmadhaa, our newest National Park
Grade:2/6 Length 2km Macarthur Branch
Beth M.
Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or longSlow pace | A trip where the leader will set an easy pace.First time friendly | A trip that is perfect for most new members (assuming you have a reasonable level of fitness)Freres Crossing, Kentlyn. Easy flat walk, and short steps down to Georges River. Easy slow uphill back to cars. Interesting plants to identify.
Location: Warrenmadha NP Limit: 20. View

19 Jun, Fri 10:20AM SWAG LEADERS Favourite Walks:Castlecove to castlecrag
Grade:3/6 Length 10km  250m Sydney Branch
(SWAG) Sophie A.
Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or longPublic Transport | There are public transport options to and from this activity.Castlecove to castlecrag thru north arm track harold reid reserve, Sugarloaf. Lovely walk with bush, firetrails,water views and some street. Lots of steps.. View

20 Jun, Sat 8:00AM Forty Foot falls via the Box Vale track loop
Grade:4/6 Length 11km  360m Sydney Branch
Mark G.
Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or long60 Best walks | This is one of the NPA's 60 best walks.Forty Foot falls is one of the most spectacular falls in the Southern highlands and on this walk I plan to walk via the Box Vale track and then along the Nattai River to reach the falls. If time allows we may do another short side trip, after this walk to view 60 foot falls. rock hopping along the river
Location: Southern highlands Limit: 20. View

24 Jun, Wed 8:37AM Bottle Forest Track – Olympic Pool
Grade:4/6 Length 12km  325m Southern Sydney Branch
Loan
Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or longPublic Transport | There are public transport options to and from this activity.Taking Engadine Track down to Kangaroo Creek. Follow upstream along indistinct paths either side of Kangaroo Creek crossing it several times. Creek levels depend on recent rains so be prepared for wet feet. Along Bottle Forest Track to the Olympic Pool, a chance for a cool dip in this large natural pool. Continuing onto Karloo Pool and Karloo Track to Heathcote Station. A remote and peaceful walk in the natural beauty of Royal NP. Creeking crossing, rock hopping and offtrack bush. Limit: 15. View

27 Jun, Sat 8:00AM Blackmans Crown
Grade:4/6 Length 5km  200m Sydney Branch
Mark G.
Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or long60 Best walks | This is one of the NPA's 60 best walks.Rising high above the Castlereagh highway is the collection of pagodas known as Blackmans Crown.This towering peak has within its confines various overhangs,ledges,ramps and rocky outcrops that make it a wonderland for the adventurous. rock scrambling
Location: Gardens of Stone NP
Map: Ben Bullen 89314S Limit: 12. View

27 Jun - 18 Jul, Sat-Sat South Africa safari
Sydney Branch
Brian P.
Accommodation | An activity that involves an overnight stay, using hard-roofed accommodation such as a cabin, hut or hotel.Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or longEducational | A trip where the leader will focus on teaching or training.Photography | A trip that has a strong focus on encouraging people to capture photographs.Social | A trip where people will be encouraged to interact and chat with each other.(Fully Booked)

South Africa safari - 27th June - 18th July 2026 

Private safari for NPA members and guests, visiting:
  • Khama Rhino Sanctuary
  • Okavango Delta
  • Makgadikgadi Salt Pans
  • Chobe National Park
  • Victoria Falls
  • Hwange National Park
  • Mapesu Private Game Reserve
  • Kruger National Park
A select group of 12 fellow bushwalkers, travelling with an expert guide staying in eco hotels, lodges and permanent camps expecting to see all the "Big 5" animals in their natural habitat plus many other birds, mammals and reptiles. This tour is being professionally run by Intrepid Travel for us.  Tour starts and finishes in Johannesburg, direct flights from Sydney with Qantas or many other options. Expressions of interest welcome - contact leader by phone or email for further details. Wild animals! overseas travel
Location: South Africa, Botswana, and Zimbabwe Limit: 12. View

3 Jul, Fri 9:16AM Xmas in July Walk and Talk and Eat
Grade:2/6 Length 8km  100m Sydney Branch
(SWAG) Esther
Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or longCafe | A trip that involves a relaxed stop at a cafe.First time friendly | A trip that is perfect for most new members (assuming you have a reasonable level of fitness)Public Transport | There are public transport options to and from this activity.Social | A trip where people will be encouraged to interact and chat with each other.LEADER: Heather Lakiss RSVP direct to heatherlakiss@gmail.com Walk The Great River Walk from Penrith to Emu Plains and have lunch at O'Donoghue's Irish Pub. Slippery sections Limit: 20. View

4 Jul, Sat 8:00AM jinki ridge~wilkinsons hill~Jungaburra brook~ Kamarrah ridge
Grade:4/6 Length 7km  300m Sydney Branch
Mark G.
Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or long60 Best walks | This is one of the NPA's 60 best walks.North of the bells line of road is an area of canyons,rugged headlands and rainforested creeks and much more all waiting to be explored!On this trip i plan to explore some of the more spectacular locations which all overlook the mighty Grose Valley,far below.Expect to be thrilled and amazed! rock scrambling and some offtrack
Location: Blue Mountains National Park
Map: Mt Wilson Limit: 12. View

8 Jul, Wed 10:00AM Explore access to Warrenmadhaa, our newest National Park
Grade:2/6 Length 2km Macarthur Branch
Beth M.
Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or longFirst time friendly | A trip that is perfect for most new members (assuming you have a reasonable level of fitness)Slow pace | A trip where the leader will set an easy pace.Smith Street, Kentlyn. End of Smith Street to Georges River. Exploratory. Short with some steps to beautiful wild section of Georges. Small sandy beach. Plant ident along the way!
Location: Warrenmadha NP Limit: 20. View

8 Jul, Wed 9:50AM Parramatta River – Cabaret to Abbotsford
Grade:2/6 Length 9km  35m Sydney Branch
(Bob Shayler’s Group) Gerald H.
Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or longWalk from Cabarita Park to Abbotford via the south bank of Parramatta River around Exile Bay, Canada Bay, Kings Bay and Hen and Chicken Bay. Sealed paths with some streets. Ferry or bus home from Abbotsord point
Location: Parramatta River Map 91303N Limit: 15. View

10 Jul, Fri 9:30AM Inner West Greenway
Grade:1/6 Length 10km  75m Sydney Branch
(SWAG) Bob Rankin
Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or longSocial | A trip where people will be encouraged to interact and chat with each other.Walk from Leichhardt North light rail to Tempe rail, via the Inner West Greenway and Cooks River parkland. Walk is mostly on shared walk/bike path. Some street sections.
Location: Sydney Inner West Limit: 12. View

11 Jul, Sat 8:00AM Birds rock trail~Cathedral Cave and Star Cavern
Grade:4/6 Length 8km  200m Sydney Branch
Mark G.
Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or longPhotography | A trip that has a strong focus on encouraging people to capture photographs.Hidden away in an upper tributary of Carne creek is a couple of truly enormous caves,Cathedral and Star and these 2 giant overhangs are the reason for this walk.However also expect to see the odd waterfall,some superb lookouts and much more as we explore this not often visited location. rock scrambling and off track
Location: Gardens of Stone NP
Map: Cullen Bullen 89313N Limit: 12. View

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