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17-18 Apr, Sat (09:00AM)-Sun (14:00PM) | Section of Six Foot Track | ||||
Grade:3/6 | Length | 20km | 300m | Sydney Branch | |
Richard T. | |||||
An easier pack walk in the Megalong Valley along a section of the Six Foot Track. Lovely scenery and a great campsite next to the Cox River. Location: Blue Mountains Limit: 15. View |
17 Apr, Sat 7:30AM | The Mt Solitary traverse | ||||
Grade:4/6 | Length | 22km | 1,500m | Sydney Branch | |
Mark G. | |||||
(Fully Booked) We start at the Prince Henry Cliff Walk, then walk down the Furber Stairs and along the Federal Pass walking track where we will access Mt Solitary, which has been out of bounds for over a year due to the previous fires of last summer. Then over the top of Mt.Solitary, down the Col and over the Kedumba River before we climb up onto the Kings Tableland where we finish the walk. This is a big walk with 2 decent climbs but all on tracks. Anyone contemplating this walk should be fit as this is definitely not a bludge walk by any means! Rock scrambling up onto Mt Solitary. Location: Blue Mountains National Park and Blue Mountains NP Map: Jamison 89302N and Katoomba 89301S Limit: 15. View |
18 Apr, Sun 9:39AM | Parramatta to Shoalhaven Heads: Section 22 | ||||
Grade:4/6 | Length | 16km | 600m | Illawarra Branch | |
Helen W. | |||||
(Fully Booked - Ask leader about waiting list) Co-Leader: Bob Rankin. 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, 660 km in total. As part of Parramatta to Shoalhaven Heads, we will walk from Coalcliff to Austinmer. Lots of ups and downs on this escarpment traverse. Long day. Steep and slippery tracks. Limit: 16. View |
19 Apr, Mon 7:53AM | Linden to Springwood via Sassafras Ridge | ||||
Grade:3/6 | Length | 16km | 450m | Sydney Branch | |
Allan P. | |||||
(Fully Booked) The walk has been changed to the following because Linden Ridge closed. Still walking from Linden to Springwood but on the southern side of the railway. We will cross the GWH at the lights at Linden Station and walk up to Martin Pl visiting Lady Martins Bath on the way. After walking along Sassafras Ridge Trail we will leave it to look for the kangaroo carving. The kangaroo ridge is followed down to Sassafras Creek. We will exit up Wiggins Track and go through Fairy Dell to Springwood. Creek crossings. Some off track. Wet rocks can be slippery. Location: Linden Map: Springwood 90304S Limit: 16. View |
19 Apr, Mon 9:15AM | Northern Beaches Hospital to Roseville Bridge via Middle Harbour | ||||
Grade:3/6 | Length | 10km | 380m | Sydney Branch | |
John H. | |||||
Starting at the Northern Beaches Hospital, because of its easy access by public transport, we will walk to Natural Bridge and around to Roseville Bridge via Bantry Bay and Middle Harbour. We climb 146 metres and drop 235 metres on this walk. Some rocks to clamber over but generally reasonable track. Some creek crossings. Location: Garigal NP Map: Parramatta River 91303N Limit: 15. View |
20 Apr, Tue 9:01AM | Nature ramble 1: Kangaroo Creek | ||||
Grade:2/6 | Length | 5km | 200m | Southern Sydney Branch | |
Brian E. | |||||
It's time to see what's out and about on the Karloo Pool, Bottle Forest Loop in Royal National Park. While we plan to be out by 1pm (Zoom meetings that day) we don't need to rush so be creative and bring a camera. Steepish climb out. Location: Royal NP Map: Port Hacking 91294N Limit: 10. View |
20 Apr, Tue 9:30AM | The Cascades | ||||
Grade:4/6 | Length | 8km | 450m | Southern Highlands Branch | |
Mike M | |||||
(Fully Booked - Ask leader about waiting list) From the Cascades carpark climb steeply beside the waterfall and continue to a service road. Descend to Clover Hill Rd and follow the track down to Macquarie Rivulet to return to carpark Hazards: Steep slippery track with tree roots, slippery rocks, creek crossing. Location: Macquarie Pass National Park Map: Robertson 9028-4N Limit: 18. View |
21 Apr, Wed 8:30AM | Carrington Falls circuit | ||||
Grade:4/6 | Length | 15km | 480m | Southern Highlands Branch | |
Keith W | |||||
(Nearly fully booked) A circular walk: From Carrington Falls car park we follow Stevo's Track steeply down to the Kangaroo River for lunch. After crossing the River we climb up the rough track via Missingham steps and once on top we follow the management trail back to the car park. Off track walking, unfenced edges, slippery rocks, creek/river crossings, bites, stings, wet feet, environmental conditions. Location: Budderoo NP Map: Robertson 9028-4N Kangaroo Valley 9028-4S Limit: 8. View |
21 Apr, Wed 9:30AM | Summer Hill to Balmain | ||||
Grade:2/6 | Length | 11km | Sydney Branch | ||
Denise S. | |||||
Walk from Summer Hill to Balmain East Wharf via Haberfield, Hawthorne Canal, Bay Run, Callan Park, Rozelle and Birchgrove. Lovely water views. Limit: 15. View |
22 Apr, Thu 9:01AM | Nature Ramble 2: Robertson Knoll | ||||
Grade:2/6 | Length | 5km | 200m | Southern Sydney Branch | |
Brian E. | |||||
There is a delightful stroll from Audley, down to Wattle Forest and then up onto Uloola Ridge, before returning via Robertson Knoll. At this time of the year the banksias are in full bloom and the air is crisp and filled with autumn. Even better, at the end of the walk we enjoy a nice coffee! Location: Royal NP Map: Port Hacking 91294N Limit: 10. View |
22 Apr, Thu 12:01AM | Taverners Hill Leichhardt – Hawthorne Canal – Iron Cove Bay | ||||
Grade:1/6 | Length | 7km | Sydney Branch | ||
Sandra C. | |||||
Flat walk along The Greenway Corridor beside heritage–listed Hawthorne Canal. Join the “Bay Run” to historic Rodd Park at Rodd Point and loop back along part of Iron Cove Bay foreshore walk. Covid safe numbers. Location: Sydney View |
23 Apr, Fri 9:15AM | Neighbourhood Walk No 14: Kokoda Track | ||||
Grade:3/6 | Length | 14km | 110m | Sydney Branch | |
(SWAG) Esther | |||||
(Nearly fully booked) Leader will be Kevin Cliffe. Today we walk from Rhodes to Chiswick via The Kokoda Track. Enjoy a SWAG Anzac biscuit with ginger and sunflower seeds.
The Kokoda Track Memorial Walkway has the following spectacular features:
Location: Rhodes station, Brays Bay, Rocky Point and Rhodes station Limit: 16. View |
23-25 Apr, Fri (05:17AM)-Sun (08:00AM) | Nullo Range Adventure | ||||
Grade:6/6 | Length | 18km | Sydney Branch | ||
Yuri B. | |||||
Strictly limited numbers. Private property access has been arranged. A series of three one-day walks from a base camp exploring the Nullo Range (directly north of the Yodellers Range) between Myrtle Gap and Lovers Leap. The plan for each day is to be advised, and our progress will depend on our ability to penetrate this very difficult but spectacular terrain. Exploratory. Scrambling and exposure. About 6 km every day. Location: Wollemi NP Map: Widden 89321N View |
24 Apr, Sat 8:30AM | Waterfall to Heathcote | ||||
Length | 15km | 250m | Sydney Branch | ||
Mark G. | |||||
Waterfall Station - Kangaroo Creek Track - Bottle Forest Track - Engadine Track - Heathcote Station. This is a delightful walk along Kangaroo Creek, all the way down to the junction of Engadine Creek and then back up to Heathcote Station. Along the way I plan to stop for a number of swims depending on the heat of the day so bring your togs with you! Location: Royal NP Map: NPWS Royal NP View |
26 Apr, Mon 9:16AM | Berowra to Mt Kuring-gai via Cowan Creek | ||||
Grade:3/6 | Length | 10km | 550m | Sydney Branch | |
John H. | |||||
A picturesque walk down into the valley and follow the tranquil Cowan Creek southwards, passing an Aboriginal midden, before climbing up to Mt Kuring-gai Station. A formed track with some obsticles, many steps and short steep hills. Creek crossings. Location: Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park Map: Hornsby 91304S Limit: 15. View |
26 Apr, Mon 8:40AM | Blaxland to Valley Heights | ||||
Grade:3/6 | Length | 12km | 300m | Sydney Branch | |
Janet R. | |||||
(Fully Booked) Walk part of Cripple Creek, fire trail past beautiful old Mountain Blue Gums, through Sun Valley diatreme to Valley Heights Station. Rough, steep parts, uneven tracks and fire trails. Covid distancing essential. Map: Springwood 90304S Limit: 15. View |
26 Apr, Mon 9:00AM | Manly to Spit Bridge | ||||
Grade:2/6 | Length | 10km | 350m | Southern Sydney Branch | |
Brian E. | |||||
It is time to explore Sydney harbour and its delights as we switch from urban walks to parts of Sydney Harbour National Park. Explore some of the nooks along the way. No need to rush. Just enjoy the journey. Note that in this direction we are walking with the sun behind us! Location: Sydney Harbour NP Limit: 10. View |
27 Apr, Tue 9:30AM | Thirlmere Lakes NP | ||||
Grade:2/6 | Length | 11km | 200m | Southern Highlands Branch | |
Mike M | |||||
(Fully Booked - Ask leader about waiting list) From Lake Couridjah car park we will traverse anti clockwise around Lake Couridjah, Lake Werri Berri and Lake Gandangarra then up Racklyefts Finger Track to lookout over Lake Nerrigorang then down to Nerrigorang Picnic area for lunch. Return to car park via Thirlmere Lakes Track. Birds and wild flower are in abundance. Hazards: Rough tracks, fallen trees Location: Thirlmere Lakes NP Map: Picton 9029-4S Limit: 25. View |
28 Apr, Wed 9:37AM | Chiswick to Balmain | ||||
Grade:2/6 | Length | 9km | Sydney Branch | ||
Maurice F. | |||||
Parks, reserves, street walking, mostly flat, minor ups and down, steps, break off points. Steps and uneven surfaces. Location: Russell park Limit: 12. View |
28 Apr, Wed 10:20AM | Glenbrook to EMU Plains | ||||
Grade:2/6 | Length | 8km | 110m | Sydney Branch | |
(Bob Shayler’s Group) Fritz W. | |||||
Glenbrook to EMU Plains via Lapstone, Nepean River and Art Gallery. Easy, 8 km Meeting at Glenbrook Station at 10.20 Train from Central 9.18, arriving 10.19 For further details and Bookings ring Fritz 0418 990 167 trips and slipsLocation: Blue Mountains National Park Limit: 12. View |
28 Apr, Wed 9:30AM | Griffiths Trail | ||||
Grade:3/6 | Length | 8km | 200m | Illawarra Branch | |
Margaret C. | |||||
(Postponed) A slow midweek walk on the Griffiths Trail, possible inclusion of Cooks Nose, to check out the autumn wildflowers and birds. Bring binoculars and/or camera. Cliff edges, rough track in parts, creek crossing. Location: Barren Grounds NR Map: Robertson 90284N Limit: 10. View |
28 Apr, Wed 9:45AM | Mermaids Pool & Tahmoor Gorge | ||||
Grade:4/6 | Length | 11km | 400m | Southern Highlands Branch | |
Mike M | |||||
Walk along Bargo River via Potholes Track to Diesel Pass and on to See Thru Pool then Mermaids Pool. Up to Matilda track to lookouts and on to Rosies Pass that will take us into and along Tahmoor Gorge. Rough track, unfenced edges, slippery rocks & creek crossings. Track may be more difficult in the gorge due to recent flooding. May need to back track if necessary. Location: Tahmoor Map: Picton 90294S Limit: 12. View |
29 Apr, Thu | Linden to Hazelbrook | ||||
Grade:3/6 | Length | 14km | 790m | Illawarra Branch | |
Adrian J. | |||||
Lots of steep sections on this route from Linden through Woodford to Hazelbrook. Picturesque waterfalls and pools. Track and fire trail walking. Relaxed pace. Cliff edges, creek crossings, slippery sections. Location: Blue Mountains NP Map: Katoomba 89301S View |
29 Apr, Thu | Meadowbank to Parramatta | ||||
Length | 10km | Sydney Branch | |||
Sue W | |||||
Along the northern bank of the river incorporating the recently opened Escarpment Boardwalk. This “missing link” goes along the north side of Parramatta River until a little after the Gasworks Bridge on Macarthur Street to the Charles Street Weir, opposite Parramatta Wharf and at the bottom of the Queens Avenue stairs. Location: Parramatta River Limit: 10. View |
29 Apr, Thu 9:01AM | Taronga to Balmoral Beach | ||||
Grade:2/6 | Length | 8km | 100m | Southern Sydney Branch | |
Brian E. | |||||
Part 2 of our walks around the Sydney Harbour, northside! More views of our stunning harbour and lots of interesting heritage along the way, including exploring some extensions. Limit: 10. View |
30 Apr, Fri 9:25AM | Georges River National Park in search of Banksia | ||||
Grade:3/6 | Length | 10km | 150m | Sydney Branch | |
(SWAG) Esther | |||||
(Nearly fully booked) Autumn is here and the banksias are at their best. Let's take a walk in Georges National Park with great views of the river.... the river walk and the ridge walk. If time allows, we'll also visit nearby Sylvan Grove Native Garden https://www.cbcity.nsw.gov.au/environment/parks-reserves/sylvan-grove-native-garden Steep and slippery sections. Limit: 18. View |
30 Apr, Fri | Spot Height 958 and Green Gully Divide | ||||
Grade:6/6 | Length | 15km | Sydney Branch | ||
Yuri B. | |||||
Park on the eastern edge of the Little Capertee Creek Camping Ground and make our way to Petries Gully. At GR 438 276, take a western tributary, then exit northwards and climb to spot height 958. Continue to a high point at GR 437 296, then descend north west on a spur to a lookout spot at around GR 441 303. Retrace to the previous high point, then use a known slot to come underneath the cliffs. Return via Green Gully Divide. Partly exploratory. Scrambling and exposure. About 15 km. Location: Wollemi NP Map: Ben Bullen 89314S and Mount Morgan 89311S View |
1 May, Sat 8:31AM | Firefly Point via Galaxies Gully | ||||
Grade:5/6 | Length | 11km | 750m | Sydney Branch | |
Mark G. | |||||
A fascinating walk full of pagodas to climb, overhangs and gullies to investigate and all within a short distance of Newnes. Lots of possibilities for exploring so a sense of adventure is a requisite! I've graded this walk a 5 due to the off-track nature and because of the rock scrambling. Rock scrambling/off-track walking. Location: Wollemi NP Map: Ben Bullen 89314S and Mount Morgan 89311S View |
1 May, Sat | Meadowbank to Cabarita | ||||
Grade:2/6 | Macarthur Branch | ||||
Lyn C | |||||
Moderate pace. Meadowbank to Cabarita Wharf via John Whitton pedestrian bridge, Kokoda Track Memorial Walkway, Yaralla House, Dame Eadith Walker Estate, rose garden, private driveway to Nullawarra Road, Majors Bay Reserve, Breakfast Point. Break off points. River views. Reserves. A little street walking. Ups and downs. Mostly on formed paths. Some rough surface tracks which could be slippery if wet. Limit: 12. View |
2 May, Sun 7:45AM | Great North Walk: Wondabyne to Mooney Mooney | ||||
Grade:3/6 | Length | 14km | 420m | 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. The Sydney to Wondabyne walks were completed in 2019. This section is from the Wondabyne Station to the Old Moony Mooney Bridge. There will be a car shuttle between Hawkesbury River Station and the Old Mooney Mooney Bridge (45 mins return), and participants must come in a car with no more than the driver and 1 passenger. The walk will start at Wondabyne Station after a train ride from Hawkesbury River Station.
Rough track, rocks, steep and slippery sections, creek crossings Location: Brisbane Water NP Map: Brisbane Waters National Park Limit: 20. View |
2 May, Sun | Lawson to Wentworth Falls | ||||
Grade:4/6 | Length | 10km | 620m | Illawarra Branch | |
Adrian J. | |||||
Lots of steep sections along this route negotiating four valleys. Part of the old Bruce’s walk with creek crossings and eroded tracks in places. Relaxed pace. Loose rocks and gravel, creek crossings, slippery sections. Location: Blue Mountains NP Map: Katoomba 89301S View |
2 May, Sun 9:52AM | Parramatta to Shoalhaven Heads: Section 23 Austinmer to Corrimal | ||||
Grade:3/6 | Length | 12km | 150m | Illawarra Branch | |
Helen W. | |||||
(Nearly fully booked) Co-Leader: Bob Rankin. 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, 660 km in total. As part of Parramatta to Shoalhaven Heads, we will walk from Austinmer to Corrimal stations. From Austinmer we climb to the escarpment foothills and walk the Gibson track to Thirroul. Descending through streets and parks we stop at the DH Lawrence Reserve next to the house where the author wrote Kangaroo. From there we follow the coastal cycleway through the Sandon Pt Aboriginal Place, beaches and headlands to Bellambi Dunes, a rare natural dune system on a much modified coastline. Finally we follow Towradgi Creek from its estuary to Corrimal station. Limit: 15. View |
3 May, Mon 9:40AM | Darri Track, St Ives | ||||
Grade:3/6 | Length | 9km | 200m | Sydney Branch | |
Renate W. | |||||
This walk takes the Darri track following the bush along the headwaters of Cowan Creek to the junction with the Warrimoo track. After skirting behind some houses in St Ives Chase it joins the fire trail which heads steeply down to cross Ku-Ring-Gai Creek before it climbs out to Kitchener St, St Ives and finally to Mona Vale Rd. Creek crossings, slippery when wet.
Location: Kuring-gai Chase NP Limit: 14. View |
3 May, Mon 8:50AM | Sassafras Ridge | ||||
Grade:3/6 | Length | 10km | 400m | Sydney Branch | |
Allan P. | |||||
(Fully Booked) Because of access issues the first part of the walk has been changed. We follow the Victory Track to Numantia Creek and on to Numantia Falls. Then visit top of Falls before climbing up to kangaroo ridge. Follow ridge down to Sassafras Creek. Exit via Sassafras Gully Rd to Springwood. Some off-track. Some steep loose track. Some rock scrambling. Creek crossings. Location: Faulconbridge Map: Springwood 90304S Limit: 16. View |
4 May, Tue 9:30AM | Mt Murray to bottom of Macquarie Pass | ||||
Grade:4/6 | Length | 8km | 300m | Southern Highlands Branch | |
Joan L. | |||||
(Fully Booked - Ask leader about waiting list) Walk from the top of Macquarie Pass near Mt Murray down through a gap in the escarpment then down a series of old trails and a service road to the bottom of Macquarie Pass. Hazards: Steep, rough, uneven ground, overgrown tracks, tree fall, often off track. Illawarra Highway is crossed a number of times. Location: Macquarie Pass National Park Map: Robertson 9028-4N Limit: 20. View |
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 |
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