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4 May, Tue | Warrimoo to Springwood | ||||
Grade:3/6 | Length | 18km | 600m | Illawarra Branch | |
Adrian J. | |||||
From Station follow roads to Florabella Pass. Descend to cross Glenbrook Creek and ascend the Bullant Track. Meet the St Helena Fire Trail and visit the Lost World and Bunyan Lookouts. Descend the Kings Link Track crossing Glenbrook Creek again. Ascend to Springwood visiting Perch Ponds, Martins and Magdala Falls along the way. Relaxed pace. Cliff edges, creek crossings, loose rocks and slippery conditions. Location: Blue Mountains NP Map: Springwood 90304S View |
5 May, Wed | Edgecliff – Paddington – Edgecliff | ||||
Grade:1/6 | Length | 6km | Sydney Branch | ||
Sandra C. | |||||
Stroll Paddington streets and lanes, past Victorian terrace houses, galleries, churches, heritage-listed buildings, and many corner public houses. Mainly flat walk with some gentle ups and downs. COVID safe numbers. Return to city from Edgecliff interchange. View |
5 May, Wed 9:45AM | Huntleys Point Ferry Wharf to Epping Road via Boronia/ Buffalo/ Magdala Park | ||||
Grade:3/6 | Length | 10km | 130m | Sydney Branch | |
(Bob Shayler’s Group) Fritz W. | |||||
Walk from Huntleys Point Ferry Terminal to Epping Road via Boronia/ Buffalo/ Magdala Park.
Walk is part of the Great North Walk.
"Bring your walking stick" because there are lots of ups and downs and some steep bush paths.
Ring Leader Fritz Wehrmann 0418 990 167 for booking. steep bush paths Location: Lane Cove National Park Limit: 12. View |
6 May, Thu | Asgard Swamp and surrounds | ||||
Grade:3/6 | Length | 11km | 400m | Illawarra Branch | |
Adrian J. | |||||
A pleasant scenic walk to Asgard Swamp, Thor Head, historic kiln and Asgard Lookout. Spectacular views throughout. Cars required, leader will arrange transport from Blackheath Station. Cliff edges, loose rocks and slippery conditions. Location: Blue Mountains NP View |
6 May, Thu | Rydalmere – Meadowbank | ||||
Grade:1/6 | Length | 7km | Sydney Branch | ||
Sandra C. | |||||
Flat walk along the foreshore path of the Parramatta River. We will view the HMAS AE2 monument, aka the Silent ANZAC - 25 April 1915 this submarine navigated the Dardanelles and reached the Sea of Marmara. Covid safe numbers. Location: Parramatta River View |
7-14 May, Fri (18:00PM)-Fri (17:00PM) | Great North Walk: Mooney Mooney to Newcastle | ||||
Grade:4/6 | Length | 150km | Sydney Branch | ||
Bandula G. | |||||
(Fully Booked) Joint leader, Sheila Walker (sheila.walker08@gmail.com). The Great North Walk is a 250 km walk from Sydney to Newcastle along bush tracks. The Sydney to Wondabyne walks were completed in 2019. Section 1 from Wondabyne is on 2 May 2021. Sections 2 to 8 will be continuous day walks from Saturday, 08 May to Friday, 14 May 2021 staying overnight en-route; at farm stay for 2 to 4 nights, possibly staying at a cabin site for 2 nights, in a pub/hotel for 2 nights and at a caravan park for 1 night. To start the walk, all walkers will assemble at Misty Mountain Farm Stay site by nightfall on Friday, 07 May for an early start on Saturday, 08 May. Car shuffles will be required for all sections and participants will need to come in a car with no more than 1 other participant. Daily walks range from 11 km to 20 km and the walk rating are 3 and 4. Rough track, steep, rough, rocky and slippery sections, creek crossings, fallen trees and unfenced cliffs. Location: Brisbane Water NP and Watagans NP Limit: 16. View |
7 May, Fri 5:46AM | Potos Wall and Cave | ||||
Grade:5/6 | Sydney Branch | ||||
Yuri B. | |||||
Leave one car at Hanlons Road North and drive another one to GR 716 925 on Mountain Lagoon Road. From the second car, take Potos Ridge NW towards Tootie Creek. Visit Potos Cave 1 on the way down, followed by Potos Wall to the west of the descent ridge. Climb out of Potos Creek to visit Potos Cave 2. Next, cross the creek westwards and use East Ridge to descend into the Tootie Creek and Back Creek junction. Walk upstream on Back Creek, all the way to Hanlons Road North. About 6 km. Partly exploratory. Scrambling and exposure. Location: Wollemi NP Map: Mountain Lagoon 90313S View |
7 May, Fri 1:30PM | Social lunch | ||||
Grade:1/6 | Length | 2km | 30m | Sydney Branch | |
(SWAG) Esther | |||||
(Fully Booked) Jeff's proposed walk "Castle Crag: Haroid reed and North Arm" was so popular. We could not accept all the RSVPs. To many's disappoinment, we have to postpone it due to bad weather. As a consolation, we will gather for lunch to kill our boredom. Venue will be decided by popular vote tomorrow. It will be somewhere in the vicinity of Chatswood Station. Slippery and wet roads Location: Chatswood Map: Chatswood Limit: 7. View |
8 May, Sat 8:30AM | Baal Bone Ridge exploration | ||||
Grade:3/6 | Length | 10km | 300m | Sydney Branch | |
Mark G. | |||||
Between Ball Bone Point and Baal Bone Gap is a ridge full of fantastic rock formations many of which resemble animals, a boot and well anything your imagination can conjure up! On this walk I intend to photograph and seek out as many of these formations as possible in a leisurely pace. However there might be some tape work involved so be prepared for off-track walking as we explore this marvellous area. Rock scrambling and off-track walking. Location: Gardens of Stone NP Map: Ben Bullen 89314S View |
8 May, Sat | Cronulla to Fox Studios | ||||
Length | 62km | Sydney Branch | |||
Rob G. | |||||
(Date Changed) 62 km return, starting from Sharkies, Cronulla to Fox Studios and return. A flat and easy ride with mainly bike paths and bike lanes, some quiet roads. Lunch at Fox Studios Markets or BYO and a chance to look at the market stalls. Limited numbers, must contact leader. No helmet no go! View |
8 May, Sat 9:31AM | Parramatta to Shoalhaven Heads: Section 19 Wattamolla to Garie Beach | ||||
Grade:3/6 | Length | 9km | 300m | Sydney Branch | |
(SWAG) Esther | |||||
(Fully Booked) Leader Kevin Cliffe. Part of the Great South Coast Walk (http://greatsouthcoastwalk.net/) a long-distance walking route along the southern coastline of New South Wales, from Bundeena on the southern fringe of Sydney, to Mallacoota, just over the border in Victoria, 660km in total.
Today we walk from Wattamolla to Garie Beach. Always wanted to do the Coast Track but 28 km and 900 m elevation in one day is not your cup of tea? This is your chance to do it in 3 sections with public transport option. Catch the 8am shuttle from Sutherland Station to Wattamolla, arriving 9:15 am. Walk to Garie Beach and catch the shuttle at 2:00 pm back to Sutherland. Day fare is $18. Ask leader for payment details for group booking.
Bundeena
to Shoalhavens Steep and slippery sections. Location: Royal NP Map: Royal National Park Sketch Map Limit: 12. View |
9 May, Sun 8:30AM | Forest Walk | ||||
Grade:3/6 | Length | 14km | 200m | Illawarra Branch | |
Col M. | |||||
Starting at Maddens Plains, walk on tracks through a variety of forests to lunch overlooking Stanwell Park and return. Coastal and escarpment views. Location: Illawarra Escarpment Limit: 16. View |
9 May, Sun | Guided bushwalks in the footsteps of Leichhardt | ||||
Branch | |||||
General Community Event | |||||
Retrace the famous explorer Ludwig Leichhardt's remarkable 1843 journey to Mt Royal (50km north of Singleton) with Martin from nearby Callicoma Hill Eco-cabins, who has researched Leichhardt’s eventful but scarcely known visit. Leichhardt left a legacy of plant collection, natural history insight & detailed scientific observations that Martin will bring to life in this beautiful place which has remained largely unchanged in 170 years. Join a small group on a hard, steep 4 hour Sunday morning walk, or the afternoon easier 2-hour rainforest meander.
Accommodation is available at nearby Callicoma Hill: bush camping ($15pppn), 10 bed bunkhouse or 3 bedroom eco-cabin - see www.calli.com.au. Martin and Jan are members of NPA and provide a Members Benefit Discount at Callicoma Hill Eco-cabins.
Details & tickets at www.trybooking.com/BOACS. Bookings are essential. Location: Mount Royal NP and Hunter Valley View |
10 May, Mon 9:00AM | A Wise wander | ||||
Grade:3/6 | Length | 10km | 150m | Southern Sydney Branch | |
Brian E. | |||||
The walk in along the Wises Track has some delightful by ways, especially out onto Karani Ridge, and at this time of the year the banksias look delightful. Come and enjoy the autumn heath Location: Royal National Park Map: Port Hacking 91294N Limit: 12. View |
10 May, Mon 10:15PM | Palm Beach and Barrenjoey Lighthouse | ||||
Grade:3/6 | Length | 9km | 200m | Sydney Branch | |
Renate W. | |||||
This walk takes the “Stairway to Heaven” at Palm Beach, climbing from the Pittwater side of the Palm Beach peninsula to the ocean side. After following the beach north it heads up the Barrenjoey headland to the lighthouse returning to water level. The climbs are rewarded with 360-degree views over the peninsula, Pittwater, Broken Bay and the eastern coastline. Steps. Map: Palm Beach Limit: 14. View |
10 May, Mon 9:22AM | Ruined Castle | ||||
Grade:3/6 | Length | 15km | 500m | Sydney Branch | |
Allan P. | |||||
(Updated Details) Scenic World bus stop to Golden Stairs. Walk to Ruined Castle. Take Federal Pass and Furber Steps back to Katoomba. Plenty of steps. Steep, rough sections. Some optional rock scrambling. Location: Katoomba Map: Katoomba 89301S and Jamison 89302N Limit: 16. View |
11 May, Tue 9:45AM | Cycle four tidal canals and one greenway | ||||
Sydney Branch | |||||
Rob G. | |||||
Cycle four tidal canals and one greenway and a network of creek-side cycling trails, unearthing some of Sydney's secretive canals that lead to the Cooks River. A site seeing tour, approximately 35 kms return. Starting and finishing at Wolli Creek Railway Station, returning approx. 3:30pm. Bring water, sunscreen, morning tea. Lunch at local Thai Restaurant in Newtown or BYO. Meeting 9:45am for a 10am start, must contact leader. Limited numbers. No helmet no go! View |
11 May, Tue 9:30AM | Hoddles Track – Saddleback Mountain | ||||
Grade:4/6 | Length | 6km | 500m | Southern Highlands Branch | |
Ian G. | |||||
(Fully Booked - Ask leader about waiting list) The walk commences at the top of Saddleback Mountain and descends steeply before ascending to Hoddles Track. The track leads along the cliff face and ascends up to enter Barron Grounds. The lunch spot provides beautiful views down to the coast.
Hazards: Rough track, very steep descents and ascents, slippery rocks and unfenced cliff edges Map: Kiama 90281S Limit: 20. View |
11 May, Tue | Stanwell Park to Waterfall | ||||
Grade:3/6 | Length | 20km | 550m | Illawarra Branch | |
Adrian J. | |||||
Follow a gradual descent from Stanwell Park Station. Ascend a steep track to Bald Hill, Stanwell Tops. Follow Coast Track to Burning Palms then ascend the Burgh Track to meet Bolo Ridge. Follow ridge sometimes on a faint track to meet Lady Carrington Drive. Follow Forest Island, Couranda and Uloola Tracks to Waterfall Station. Creek crossings, slippery with loose rocky sections. Location: Royal NP View |
12 May, Wed 8:30AM | 3 Peaks Tour de Bowral | ||||
Grade:4/6 | Length | 20km | 600m | Southern Highlands Branch | |
Ian G. | |||||
(Nearly fully booked) A great circuit walk climbing three major local peaks. We will enjoy the Autumn colours in the villages of Bowral, Mittagong & Welby and the views from the summits of Mt Gibraltar, Mt Alexandra & Mt Gibbergunyah (90 Acre Hill). Rough track, unfenced edges, slippery rocks, creek/river crossings, bites, stings, wet feet, environmental conditions. Location: bowral Map: Mittagong 8929-2S Limit: 20. View |
12 May, Wed 10:00AM | Circular Quay to Taronga Wharf | ||||
Grade:3/6 | Length | 8km | 180m | Sydney Branch | |
(Bob Shayler’s Group) Gerald H. | |||||
Circular Quay to Taronga Wharf. Walk around Circular Quay, over the bridge and then follow paths, roads and some trails via Neutral Bay and Mosman wharf to Taronga Wharf. Then take ferry back to Circular Quay. Some uphill. Contact Leader Gerald Holder for booking. Some steep bush paths with steps. Location: Sydney Harbour National Park Map: Sydney Harbour National Park Limit: 12. View |
12 May, Wed 11:30AM | Walkers lunch | ||||
Sydney Branch | |||||
(Mal’s Group) Mal | |||||
Catch up and social lunch at O'Donoghues Irish Pub, Emu Plains. View |
13 May, Thu 9:00AM | Bola Creek Nature Ramble | ||||
Grade:2/6 | Length | 7km | 100m | Southern Sydney Branch | |
Brian E. | |||||
This is a gentle morning stroll to explore nature and record what's there. Possible leaches so be warned but bring a camera Location: Royal National Park Map: Otford 91294S Limit: 12. View |
14 May, Fri 9:30AM | Neighbourhood Walk No 16 : Thornleigh to Hornsby | ||||
Grade:3/6 | Length | 11km | 230m | Sydney Branch | |
(SWAG) Esther | |||||
(Nearly fully booked) Leader will be Brad Sichter. Today we will walk from Thornleigh to Hornsby. Starting at Thornleigh Station with a little local history, we will head west along the Great North Walk before diverting through Westleigh and then returning to the bush again on our way to Lisgar Gardens. Lisgar Gardens is a wonderful, secret garden hidden in the back streets of Hornsby. Spread across 6 acres, the garden packs a lot in with a little bit of something for everyone. Lisgar Gardens are famous for their Camellias. There are around ninety varieties in the garden. Some steep and slippery sections, steep staircases and elevation changes. There are sixty Camellia Gardens of Excellence in the world, with the Camellia Gardens and Lisgar Gardens in Hornsby being the only two in NSW. steep staircase Location: Thornleigh Limit: 16. View |
15 May, Sat | Coledale to Woonona | ||||
Grade:2/6 | Length | 9km | Macarthur Branch | ||
Lyn C | |||||
Moderate pace. Coledale to Woonona via Coledale Beach, Shark Beach, Brickyard Point, Headlands Hotel, Bells Point, Austinmer Beach (local bus to outskirts of Thirroul, Opal card accepted), Thirroul Beach, McCauley’s Beach, Sandon Point, Bulli Beach. Ocean views, lots of ups and downs, steps, reserve walking, a little sand walking, street walking, mostly formed tracks and footpaths, some uneven and rough-surfaced tracks. Limit: 12. View |
15 May, Sat 8:30AM | Traverse of the Gods | ||||
Grade:4/6 | Length | 9km | 300m | Sydney Branch | |
Mark G. | |||||
Back by popular demand, The traverse of the Gods is a spectacular walk which follows a narrow ledge along Banks Wall, allowing the adventurous participant superb views of the Grose Valley and beyond. Rock scrambling and some off-track walking. Location: Blue Mountains NP Map: Mount Wilson 89301N View |
16 May, Sun 10:00AM | Blackbutt Reserve nature walks and wildlife exhibits | ||||
Grade:3/6 | Length | 12km | 250m | Sydney Branch | |
(SWAG) Esther | |||||
(Fully Booked) Blackbutt Reserve occupies over 182 hectares of natural bushland providing visitors with the opportunity to enjoy nature trails, wildlife exhibits, or passive recreation. The Reserve's undulating natural environment is the perfect place to explore the wonders of nature with its peaceful picnic settings, wide open spaces and the diverse range of habitats and ecosystems.
The modern and spacious wildlife exhbits provide close viewing of the various native animals on display. The exhibited animals and interpretative signage located along the boardwalk (both wheelchair and pram friendly) provide an opportunity for visitors to observe the fauna and learn about each species.
Comprising Eucalypt Forest and pockets of significant remnant vegetation, Blackbutt Reserve boasts a restored rainforest providing habitats for a number of rare and vulnerable species. Map: Newcastle 92322S Limit: 3. View |
16 May, Sun 10:25AM | Crossing the Blue Mountains: Section 4 | ||||
Grade:3/6 | Length | 12km | 500m | Sydney Branch | |
Stuart S. | |||||
(Fully Booked) We walk from Katoomba to Leura via Prince Henry Cliff Walk. Never-ending view of Mount Solitary and The Three sisters. We’ll visit many scenic points including Lady Darley Lookout, Kedumba View, Echo Point, Minnamurra Lookout, Honeymoon Lookout, Bridal Veil View, Leura Cascades, Olympian Rock and Gordon Falls Lookout. Steep and slipppery sections. Gortex boots an advantage. Walk will be cancelled in severe weather warning, bush fire warning or park closure. Please check your mailbox the night before to make sure walk is still on. Map: Blue Mountains Limit: 15. View |
16 May, Sun 5:00AM | Great North Walk: Warners Bay to Queens Wharf, Newcastle | ||||
Grade:3/6 | Length | 18km | 300m | Sydney Branch | |
Bandula G. | |||||
(Fully Booked) Joint leader, Sheila Walker. The Great North Walk is a 250 km walk from Sydney to Newcastle along bush tracks. This is the final section of the walk ending at Newcastle and a celebratory beer at the pub.
Steep and slippery sections, creek crossings Location: Newcastle Map: Newcastle 92322S Limit: 20. View |
16 May, Sun 10:30AM | Hobart Beach to Wallagoot Gap | ||||
Grade:3/6 | Length | 8km | Far South Coast Branch | ||
Gabrielle T. | |||||
Walk in Bournda National Park from Hobart Beach to Wallagoot Gap. This is principally a beach walk along Wallagoot Beach. Lunch on Kangarutha Track. 3km beach walking. 1km rough track. Location: Bournda National Park View |
17-23 May, Mon-Sun | Annual bush regeneration camp | ||||
Mid North Coast Branch | |||||
Sue B. | |||||
Many hands needed for the annual bush regeneration camp based at beautiful Kylies Beach (near Laurieton). This year’s focus will be on rehabilitation of fire-affected areas. Contact Sue for full details. Location: Kylies Beach View |
17 May, Mon 9:22AM | Catalina Raceway | ||||
Grade:3/6 | Length | 12km | 350m | Sydney Branch | |
Allan P. | |||||
(Fully Booked - Ask leader about waiting list) Walk around the old racing track and the newer Gully Walk. Then follow Kedumba River down through The Gully. Visit Katoomba Cascades, Reids Plateau and Round Walk with a side track to the base of the first drop of Katoomba Falls. Clay surfaces can be slippery if wet. Steep sections. Location: Katoomba Map: Katoomba 89301S Limit: 16. View |
17 May, Mon 10:00AM | Malabar to La Perouse | ||||
Grade:3/6 | Length | 9km | 200m | Sydney Branch | |
Renate W. | |||||
This walk follows the coastline south from Malabar Beach to the mouth of Botany Bay at La Perouse. It passes spectacular cliffs, headlands and beaches typical of Sydney’s ocean coast as well as golf courses and historical sites. We may be lucky to see the early whales on their migration north. Hazards: golf balls. Location: Botany Bay NP Map: Botany Bay 91303S and Edges Limit: 14. View |
18 May, Tue 1:02AM | Heathcote Station circuit walk | ||||
Length | 16km | 360m | Southern Sydney Branch | ||
Helena S. | |||||
Lovely circuit walk from Heathcote Station to Heathcote Station. We shall go along Uloola Falls Track, then onto Karloo Pool and small off-track section along Kangaroo Creek up Bottle Forest Trail back to Heathcote Station. Moderate pace. Contact leader. Creek crossings, slippery surfaces. Map: Royal NP Limit: 10. View |
18 May, Tue 9:30AM | Walls of Camelot – Hilltop | ||||
Grade:4/6 | Length | 13km | 450m | Southern Highlands Branch | |
Margie | |||||
(Fully Booked - Ask leader about waiting list) The track branches off the Nattai Ridge Road to follow a fence line to a track leading to magnificent sandstone cliffs. The track then continues on to join the Rocky Water Holes track.
Hazards: Rough track, slippery creek crossings and scrambling up loose scree slopes. Location: Nattai NP Map: Hilltop 8929-2N Limit: 20. View |
19 May, Wed 10:00AM | Lawson to Hazelbrook | ||||
Grade:3/6 | Length | 10km | 400m | Sydney Branch | |
(Bob Shayler’s Group) Fritz W. | |||||
Walk from Lawson to Hazelbrook. Lovely bush and waterfalls. Slippery sections Location: Blue Mountains National Park Map: Blue Mountains Limit: 15. View |
19 May, Wed 1:00AM | Winmalee circuit via Grose Head South | ||||
Grade:3/6 | Length | 16km | 420m | Sydney Branch | |
Bandula G. | |||||
Train to Springwood and bus to start of the walk at Winmalee. From bus stand walk along White Cross Road to the start of the Shaws Ridge Trail, then Bees Nest Hill and Springwood Ridge Trail to Grose Head South Lookout (possibly continue on to Grose Head South) and back along Blue Gum Swamp Track and White Cross Road to Winmalee. Return to Springwood Station by bus. Slippery and muddy sections, creek crossings. Limit: 15. View |
20 May, Thu 9:30AM | Minnamurra to Kiama coastal walk | ||||
Grade:2/6 | Length | 10km | 400m | Illawarra Branch | |
Margaret C. | |||||
A coastal walk, including beaches and rock platforms, from Minnamurra to Kiama, via Bombo Headland for some whale watching and then onto Kiama Blowhole. Cliff edges, rock surfaces. Limit: 10. View |
20 May, Thu | Paddington | ||||
Grade:1/6 | Length | 6km | Sydney Branch | ||
Sandra C. | |||||
Stroll Paddington streets and lanes, past Victorian terrace houses, galleries, churches, heritage listed buildings and many corner public houses. Mainly flat walk with some gentle ups and downs. COVID safe numbers. Return to city from Edgecliff interchange. View |
21 May, Fri | Bundeena to Balconies and Water Run and return | ||||
Grade:3/6 | Length | 6km | 100m | Southern Sydney Branch | |
Gary S. | |||||
We will spend an hour at Balconies for morning tea to see if any whales pose for us… They are starting to move up the coast. Flowering Banksias might also bring in the honey eaters. To register contact Gary at gdschoer@bigpond.net.au and supply your phone number, emergency contact phone number and whether a member of NPA. If so and you know membership number, tell us. This is needed for paperless registration. We will do lunch around one at Bundeena Services Club. Limit: 10. View |
21 May, Fri | Even more of The Labyrinth | ||||
Grade:6/6 | Length | 10km | Sydney Branch | ||
Yuri B. | |||||
Park at Wolgan Road and go through Minotaur Lair to Point Sol and climb a high point at GR 422 232. Next, head north along the spur, then turn west and find a way down to the next level towards west at about GR 4200 2356. The idea is to explore the next 400 m of pagodas and slots, until 4160 E. Return via Ariadne Needles. Partly exploratory. Scrambling and exposure. About 10 km. Location: Wollemi NP Map: Ben Bullen 89314S View |
21-26 May, Fri (15:00PM)-Wed (08:00AM) | Green Gully | ||||
Grade:5/6 | Length | 65km | Mid North Coast Branch | ||
Tim F. | |||||
Challenging 4-day walk along the Green Gully Track staying in huts along the way. Original group of 4 now has 2 spots free due to last-minute dropouts. See link below for details.$150 per head. https://www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/things-to-do/walking-tracks/the-green-gully-track Location: Oxley Wild Rivers NP Limit: 4. View |
21 May, Fri 10:12AM | Neighbourhood Walk 17 : Chittaway Bay to Long Jetty | ||||
Grade:2/6 | Length | 8km | 70m | Sydney Branch | |
(SWAG) Esther | |||||
(Nearly fully booked) Co-leader: Elena Mazur. An easy day out to beautiful Tuggerah Lake...walk from Chittaway Bay to Long Jetty. Waterbirds galore. For a preview of what you expect to see: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jWqja5elNSM
We also hope to see one of Peter Rush's sculptures. I saw this amazing sight when I went there in April:
Baboon Delivers Another HorseSee video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8pPcw2n2TuwMap: Central Coast Limit: 12. View |
22 May, Sat 8:00AM | Lockleys Pylon – Blue Gum Forest – Perrys Lookdown | ||||
Grade:4/6 | Length | 10km | 730m | Sydney Branch | |
Mark G. | |||||
Well one of the classic walks is back on the table and there's no better time to do this challenging trip than in the cooler months when the air is fresh and clear and the views seem to last forever! I'm itching to see what the Grose Valley looks like at Blue Gum forest as well as in what condition, these 2 famous connecting tracks are in, so come and join me for what should be a wonderful walk. Steep descent and ascent and possibly loose rocks. Location: Blue Mountains NP Map: Katoomba 89301S and Mount Wilson 89301N Limit: 15. View |
22 May, Sat | Witches Watch, Hecates Cauldron and Tara Point | ||||
Grade:5/6 | Length | 10km | Sydney Branch | ||
Yuri B. | |||||
Park the vehicles at around GR 306 175 on the branch road off the Bicentennial National Trail. Follow the Great Dividing Range north to Gordian Knot and then to Witches Watch, a spectacular lookout above Hecates Cauldron. From here, descend into the Cauldron and explore it underneath the cliff lines and also above, amidst “the bubbles”. Visit the Tower of Hope and other attractions. Descend into the headwaters of Baal Bone Creek, cross the valley and climb up through Tara Slot onto Tara Point. More amazing views. From here, move up to the ridge and re-connect with the vehicles. Scrambling and exposure. Location: Ben Bullen SF Map: Ben Bullen 89314S and Cullen Bullen 89313N View |
23 May, Sun 7:30AM | 20km plus walk series No 1: Coast Track in one day | ||||
Grade:4/6 | Length | 28km | 900m | Sydney Branch | |
Geoffrey.L | |||||
The Coast Track is an incredible coastal walk/trek within an hour drive south of Sydney running from Otford to Bundeena in one of the most popular and spectacular of the NSW National Parks, the Royal National Park. This is a long day. When RSVP, please include your full name, member number, mobile no, emergency contact no and your walking experience to demonstrate your stamina and fitness. Steep and slippery sections Location: Royal National Park Map: Royal NP Limit: 8. Best Walk: Otford to Bundeena View |
23 May, Sun 10:14AM | Parramatta to Shoalhaven Heads: Section 24 | ||||
Grade:3/6 | Length | 13km | 100m | Illawarra Branch | |
Col M. | |||||
(Nearly fully booked) Fairy Meadow to Port Kembla North. Walk from Fairy Meadow Station to Port Kembla North on a route through Puckeys Nature Reserve, The Blue Mile, Wollongong Harbour and Headland, Wollongong Greenhouse Park and part of the perimeter around Bluescope's steelmaking operations. Part of the Great South Coast Walk (http://greatsouthcoastwalk.net/) a long-distance walking route along the southern coastline of New South Wales, from Bundeena on the southern fringe of Sydney, to Mallacoota, just over the border in Victoria, 660km in total. Limit: 12. View |
24 May, Mon 10:10AM | Hills around Manly | ||||
Grade:3/6 | Length | 10km | 300m | Sydney Branch | |
Renate W. | |||||
If you think of Manly only as a beach, come along and change your mind. This walk climbs three hills around Manly, mainly on paths and pavements. Starting from the ferry wharf it first leads to Fairlight Beach then crosses the ridge and heads to Manly Lagoon. From the Lagoon it goes up the hill towards Freshwater, before turning back down to the Queenscliff rock pool. A long flat stretch along Queenscliff, Manly and Steyne beaches leads to the Fairy Bower rock pool. From there it climbs over the ridge to the old St Patricks College, and then to Little Manly beach before returning down to Manly Wharf. Hazards:hills and steps Location: Manly Map: Manly Limit: 14. View |
24 May, Mon 8:42AM | Springwood to Faulconbridge | ||||
Grade:3/6 | Length | 12km | 390m | Sydney Branch | |
Janet R. | |||||
(Fully Booked - Ask leader about waiting list) Walk part of Birdwood Gully, up to Chapman Parade. Tracks to Grose Road, Grose Quarry and up to Adeline Park Faulconbridge, ending at Faulconbridge Station. Lovely Mountain Blue Gums. Maintain Covid protocol. Few facilities at Faulconbridge. Rough, steep parts both up and down. Slippery bits. Map: Springwood 90304S Limit: 15. View |
25 May, Tue 7:00PM | Bushwalking NSW quarterly General Meeting | ||||
Branch | |||||
Bushwalking NSW | |||||
(Date Changed) All affiliated club members are welcome to attend Bushwalking NSW quarterly General Meetings at Redfern Town Hall, 73 Pitt Street, Redfern, Sydney – just 7 minutes from the station, and/or online, to learn about bushwalking, share their ideas, and represent the interests of their club. During Covid-19, meetings are held online. Contact us to register for online meetings and receive the video link. Agenda: - Chat to fellow clubs and Bushwalking NSW from 7pm - Discussion with James McCormack (Editor of Wild Magazine) on Luxury Lodges = Wilderness Lost starts at 7:30pm. Book here for your free Zoom link - Bushwalking NSW Inc. update at 8:40pm View |
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