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| 21 Nov, Thu 9:15AM | Gerringong Falls to the bottom of the falls | ||||
| Grade:5/6 | Length | 14km | 300m | Southern Highlands Branch | |
| (SH Explorer Walks) 34586 | |||||
     (Cancelled) Cycle Budderoo & Hersey Fire trails to the start of the descent to below the falls. Locate the "chimney" and use rope to descent this and steep decent to track. Very steep, bring your own bicycle to get to track head, slippery, use of rope, unfenced cliff edges.Location: Budderoo National Park Limit: 9. View |
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| 3 Dec, Tue 9:00AM | Gunrock Creek Falls for a swim (#642 | ||||
| Fully inside Wingecarribee Shire Council | |||||
| Grade:3/6 | Length | 11km | 150m | Southern Highlands Branch | |
| (SH Tuesday Walks) Maureen.F | |||||
 (Fully Booked - Ask leader about waiting list) Our last Tuesday walk for the year and a chance for a swim or relax at a couple of beautiful water holes.
From the junction of Redhills Rd & Gunrock Falls FT, we will head through a forest to Gunrock Falls for an optional swim and relax. We will then head to Bundanoon Ck for lunch and optional swim before heading back to Redhills Rd via Gunrock FT.
There will be a short car shuffle at the beginning of the walk so we don’t have to walk the 2.5 km along the rd at the end of the walk. Slippery rocks, unfenced cliff edges, a little scrambling. Limit: 20.
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| 14 Dec, Sat 9:15AM | Mermaid Pools and Tahmoor Gorge | ||||
| Grade:4/6 | Length | 10km | 340m | Southern Sydney Branch | |
| Paul L. | |||||
   (NEW!!!) The Bargo River flows into Mermaid Pools and then on through the Tahmoor Gorge. This walk beside the river passes next to the pools and then descend to the gorge and river. Impressive views of the Mermaid Pools and water falls and cascades in the gorge. The track joins the valley floor and crosses the river twice then returns to the cliff edge via Rosies Pass. Return back to cars via views of Mermaid Pools and the Bargo River. A short walk with time for a swim in the river canyon. Hazards include slippery rocks, steep descents, river crossings.Location: Tahmoor Map: Picton 9029-4S Limit: 15. View |
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| 22 Dec, Sun 8:30AM | Parma Creek Cascades | ||||
| Grade:3/6 | Length | 10km | Milton Branch | ||
| Shauna G. | |||||
| Visit the surprisingly beautiful waterfalls on Parma and Sandy creeks. Vehicles with reasonable ground clearance needed for access to the trackheads. Walks are short but rough and if you want to explore to the waters edge need to be agile. Plan is to swim if conditions are good. Also going to drive a short distance up the highway to visit the rock pool off Parma Creek Road. This activity is dependent on condition of the firetrail access at the time. Bring your swimmers, morning tea and lunch to enjoy in the bush. Rough track Location: Parma Creek NR Map: Nowra, Huskisson, Sassafras 1:25000 Limit: 12. View |
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| 4 Jan, Sat 7:30AM | October Creek Canyon – Du Faur Creek Canyon – Joes Canyon | ||||
| Grade:4/6 | Length | 13km | 300m | Sydney Branch | |
| Mark G. | |||||
 When the heat of summer is upon us, where do you head? To a Blue Mountains canyon to cool off and revive body and soul! On this trip we will experience not 1 but 3 canyons with Du Faur Canyon being the main course. The equally spectacular, but much shorter October Creek being the entree, and the Joes Canyon the dessert for what promises to be a superb day swimming, paddling and savouring these amazingly beautiful locations. I can promise you an amazing aquatic time! You'll need a helmet, wetsuit and I recommend a flotation device such as a surfmat, and life jacket as there are some longish swims involved. Rock scrambling/off-track walking/swimming.Location: Blue Mountains NP Map: Mt Wilson Limit: 12. View |
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| 10 Jan, Fri 8:55AM | Manly to Spit | ||||
| Grade:3/6 | Length | 10km | 250m | Sydney Branch | |
| (SWAG) Esther | |||||
LEADER: Steve Ringbauer.
The flannel flowers are abundant at this time of the year.
The 10km Manly Scenic Walkway beings at Manly Wharf, passes sandy beaches, ancient Aboriginal sites and incredible lookouts, before arriving at the Spit Bridge where you can catch a bus to the city.
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| 11 Jan, Sat 8:30AM | Minnamurra to Kiama via Bombo and the Coastal Track | ||||
| Grade:2/6 | Length | 11km | 100m | Sydney Branch | |
| Mark G. | |||||
 This is one of my favourite coastal walks as there are tons of variety along the way, including several superb beaches to swim at, the incredible Cathedral Rocks to admire, and the dramatic Bombo Quarry area with its raging sea and towering rock columns to admire. Really, the perfect Summer walk! Location: minnamurra Map: Kiama 9028-1S Limit: 20. View |
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| 12 Jan, Sun 8:30AM | Abrahams Bosom, Currarong | ||||
| Grade:3/6 | Length | 10km | Milton Branch | ||
| Shauna G. | |||||
| (NEW!!!) Departing from the carpark at Abrahams Bosom Beach we will then visit Whale Point where there is the wreck of the “Merimbula” a steamship, then past Wilsons Beach and onto Abrahams Head and Lobster Bay. We will then complete whatever is open on the rest of the circuit. Plenty of time for a swim if it's hot! Depart: Mick Ryan Reserve 8:30 am. Travel Distance: 154km Return. Contact leader essential for time & details … subject to change Location: Currarong View |
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| 13 Jan, Mon 8:30AM | Family walk and swim – around the Bogey Hole | ||||
| Grade:1/6 | Milton Branch | ||||
| 32009 | |||||
 (NEW!!!) Family activity that can be tailored to the children and the weather. We may walk a short loop around the Bogey Hole (about 2.5km) or a longer walk around the One Track for all (about 5km). Mid morning we plan to be back at the Bogey Hole for a water play and swim. How far and where we go will depend on the age of the participants and on the weather. Note: All children need to be accompanied by a parent/ grandparent/ guardian. Bring water, snacks, swim gear etc. We will leave the swim gear in the cars while we walk. Meet: 8.30am at the Golfie Car Park Location: Mollymook View |
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| 19 Jan, Sun 9:00AM | Broulee Island Walk and Snork | ||||
| Grade:2/6 | Length | 5km | Milton Branch | ||
| Elaine R. | |||||
| (NEW!!!) Drive to Broulee Beach for a leisurely walk and rock-hop around Broulee Island. Some sheltered spots for a snorkel and a picnic lunch. Map: Craigies Batemans Bay & District. Depart: Behind Ulladulla Civic Centre 9am. Travel: 150 km. Location: Broulee Map: Craigies Batemans Bay and District View |
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| 1 Feb, Sat 8:00AM | Catherine Hill Bay to Red Ochre Beach | ||||
| Grade:3/6 | Length | 11km | 150m | Sydney Branch | |
| Mark G. | |||||
| This is one of my favourite coastal walks as it takes you past numerous beaches where a swim is definitely possible and also many interesting formations such as Ghosties Beach sea caves and the historical coal loader at CHB. For a relaxing cruise along the littoral line, it's hard to beat. Location: Munmorah SCA Map: Catherine Hill Bay 92314S Limit: 20. View |
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| 2 Feb, Sun 9:00AM | Yadboro Picnic and River Walk | ||||
| Grade:3/6 | Length | 1km | Milton Branch | ||
| Kevin R. | |||||
 (NEW!!!) From Yadboro campground walk along Deadman’s Gulch Road to the Bhundoo Cottages gate, then down into the river. Wade, swim or lilo back along the river to the Yadboro bridge.Walk-ion-water shoes required. Maximum water depth is 1.2 metres. Yadboro activities include social interaction, swimming, morning tea, lunch, billy boiling etc. Depart: Mick Ryan Reserve Milton 9.00am. Travel: 80 km return. Contact leader essential for time and details.....subject to change Location: Yadboro Map: Corang 1:25000 View |
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| 8 Feb, Sat 8:00AM | Birrabang Canyon | ||||
| Grade:4/6 | Length | 7km | Sydney Branch | ||
| Mark G. | |||||
| One of my favourite fun and easy canyons to do is definitely Birrabang! There are no abseils and only a couple of very short swims under 15 metres, some of which you can avoid by climbing around. It has a few lovely cascades and as a bonus has some truly spectacular pagodas as you walk out via the exit track. Participants should bring a helmet and a wetsuit, as although there aren't many swims, the water you wade through is cold. Rock scrambling and short swims. Location: Blue Mountains National Park Map: Mt Wilson Limit: 20. View |
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| 9 Feb, Sun 10:00AM | Swan Lake Picnic Day | ||||
| Milton Branch | |||||
| Helen M. | |||||
 (NEW!!!) Helen’s annual picnic to celebrate of the end of school holidays, reclaiming the roads and scenic spots from the visitors. This year's picnic will be at Swan Lake, near Sussex Inlet. We can swim, paddle, stroll, float, chill out, chat, and picnic or indulge in the lot. Arrive 10am if you want to paddle for a couple of hours on the lake and creek, or come around noon for the picnic bit. Contact: Email helenmd12@gmail.com if you plan to come and Helen will provide precise instructions to reach the best beach for the event. Location: Sussex Inlet View |
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| 14-16 Feb, Fri (14:00PM)-Sun (10:00AM) | Bundeena car camping weekend | ||||
| Grade:3/6 | Length | 18km | 120m | Southern Sydney Branch | |
| Bob C. | |||||
 (NEW!!!) Car camping Weekend Friday 14th, Saturday 15th, Sunday 16th of February 2025. As it will be in the middle of summer and possibly hot activities will not be set in concrete. However walks from Bundeena to Wattamolla will be available on the Saturday. Multiple walk leaders and paces. Sunday wander across the bridge to Maianbar. Plenty of opportunity for swimming, kayaking, paddle boards, beach cricket, music and singalongs. BYO instrument. Or just relax in the campground and watch the sun go down from the beach. Kayaks can be hired or bring your own water craft. Explore the beautiful Cabbage Tree Basin. Small to medium tents are the go. No Taj Mahals. Bookings at Bonnie Vale Camping Ground are essential. Location: bundeena and Royal NP Limit: 30. View |
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| 14 Feb, Fri 10:36AM | The Entrance Coast to Lake Walk | ||||
| Grade:2/6 | Length | 8km | 75m | Sydney Branch | |
| (SWAG) Brad S. | |||||
| RSVP only accepted from 1 week prior to 7 pm the day before event. The Entrance Coast to Lake Scenic Walk is a 'string of pearls' walk, connecting pedestrians to attractions, landmarks and facilities around The Entrance, covering over 7.6km of Central Coast's beautiful area. Start with a scenic train ride to Central Coast. We walk from Long Jetty to The Entrance via Toowoon Bay. After a lunch stop at The Entrance, we return to Long Jetty via the Tuggerah Lake foreshore. The walk can be shortened, if needed, by catching a return bus from The Entrance to Tuggerah or Gosford. Swimming opportunities. Steps, stairs, short sections of wet, slippery rocks. Location: Central Coast Map: Central Coast street map Limit: 15. View |
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| 21 Feb, Fri 11:21AM | |||||
| Grade:2/6 | Length | 6km | 200m | Sydney Branch | |
| (SWAG) Esther | |||||
| The Basin near Palm Beach has the warmest water in Sydney for swimming and snorkeling. It's also flat surf. Bring snacks, drinks, sun protection and water gears. Optional walk to West Head Road and back. It is a steep but scenic walk and there is an aboriginal carving site.
Hazards associated with beach activities. Slippery sections. Map: Palm Beach Limit: 10. View |
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| 23 Feb, Sun 9:00AM | Point Upright and Durras Trails | ||||
| Grade:3/6 | Length | 10km | Milton Branch | ||
| Shauna G. | |||||
| (NEW!!!) Stunning scenes including pristine beaches, remnant rain forest and spectacular cliffs with steep headlands, followed by a gentle forest amble along the shoreline of Durras Lake and its nature trail. We will start at the rainforest walk, across the beach and head up Point Upright. Then we will walk along the beach and inlet to do the Nature walk before heading back. Options for swim if conditions are right. Depart: Behind Civic Centre Ulladulla 9 am. Travel: 94 km. Contact leader essential for meeting details.....subject to change. Location: Murramarang NP Map: Durras 1:25000 Limit: 20. View |
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| 24 Feb, Mon 8:50AM | Faulconbridge fire trail to Grose River and swim | ||||
| Grade:4/6 | Length | 15km | 320m | Sydney Branch | |
| Janet R. | |||||
| (NEW!!!) Drivers required. Please state if driver or passenger.
Meet in Faulconbridge station car park.
Drive 4 km to start of Faulconbridge fire trail. Walk 6 km. Then down to Grose River, another 1.5km . Opportunity to swim, it's a wonderful part of the river. Return to vehicles and back to station. Rough, uneven, steep track, water hazards, ladder, rope over rock can be circumnavigated. Map: Springwood 90304S Limit: 15. View |
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| 2 Mar, Sun | Rixon’s Falls and Coal Mine | ||||
| Grade:4/6 | Length | 16km | 300m | Branch | |
| jcrocker | |||||
| (NEW!!!) Walk approx 6 km along Endrick fire trail, passing the rebuilt walk-in campground along the way, then approx 2 km off track down to Clyde River. Approx 300 m descent/ascent and some rock scrambling getting to and from Clyde. Likely to be very scrubby, but the pass to reach the rainforest at base of escarpment is spectacular. Wonderful waterfall with a swimming hole below and historic remains of a not-so-successful coal mining enterprise. Location: Morton NP Map: Sassafras and Tianjara 1:25,000 Limit: 8. View |
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