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| 13 Dec, Sat 8:00AM | Morong creek Falls ¬Morong creek¬Kowmung river and return | ||||
| Grade:5/6 | Length | 10km | 450m | Sydney Branch | |
| Mark G. | |||||
     (Postponed) Morong creek with its series of spectacular falls and cascades is one of the gems of the Kanangra Boyd national park and on this walk we will follow its downward path as its plummets down to the picturesque Kowmung River. On the way we will savour its beauty, go for a swim and do the same when we reach the river at the bottom. This is really wild country and with its pink and grey granite boulders, the Morong creek is truly an amazing place for those with an adventurous spirit. For participating hikers, I'd advise to stay in Oberon the night before as the drive to the start of the walk is much shorter. rock scrambling and offtrackLocation: Kanangra-Boyd NP Map: Shooters Hill 88302S Limit: 12. View |
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| 20 Dec, Sat 9:00AM | Clovelly beach Christmas picnic and walkers get togeather | ||||
| Grade:1/6 | Sydney Branch | ||||
| Mark G. | |||||
  It's that time of the year again when the NPA walking community come together to celebrate the past year over good food and drink and have a swim/snorkel and to enjoy each others company at one of Sydney's most iconic beaches. Please bring food to share, swimmers, snorkel gear if that's your interest and a sense of fun, and talk about the coming year and what that has to offer and look forward to! Location: clovelly beach View |
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| 27-30 Dec, Sat (08:00AM)-Tue (13:00PM) | Mountain Lagoon-T3 trail-Tootie creek-Colo river-Colo Meroo campground-Mailes Ridge track | ||||
| Grade:4/6 | Length | 31km | 800m | Sydney Branch | |
| Mark G. | |||||
| (Nearly fully booked) When the heat of Summer is upon us, where do we go to escape the heat? The Colo River Gorge of course!
On this particular walk we will experience the outstanding beauty of what is essentially the lifeline and heart of the Wollemi wilderness, the stunning Colo River and in particular the section between Tootie Creek and Meroo campsite. Expect long sandbanks, clear, tranquil pools, the exquisite Tootie cascades and lots of peace and quiet with only birdsong and the rivers gentle sounds to keep you company, as well as you're hiking friends of course.
I plan to take a flotation device and float along past the scrubby bits and suggest everyone does the same offtrack walking along the Colo river with scrambling at times. Location: Wollemi NP Map: Mountain Lagoon 90313S Limit: 12. View |
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| 3 Jan, Sat 8:00AM | Gerringong creek waterfalls | ||||
| Grade:4/6 | Length | 6km | 150m | Sydney Branch | |
| Mark G. | |||||
| Below the infamous Gerringong Falls, the creek of the same name has more surprises in store as a series of waterfalls and cascades are worth exploring to the enquiring and adventurous hiker. On this walk I'll visit these alluring waterdrops (!)and of course have the odd swim or three along the way. Be prepared for virgin rainforest walking and to be impressed by an area not often visited by the average bushwalker! rock hopping and offtrack Location: Budderoo National Park Map: Kangaroo Valley 9028-4-S Limit: 12. View |
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| 10 Jan, Sat 7:30AM | Wollangambe 3 canyon | ||||
| Grade:5/6 | Length | 12km | 300m | Sydney Branch | |
| Mark G. | |||||
 Many people have done Wollangambe 1 and 2 canyon sections, but have you ventured further down this magnificent watercourse because there are some superb sections of canyon to experience for the adventurous walker/canyoner. Included is a tunnel section, oodles of long and spectacular pools, cascades and rock formations and a strong possibility you'll have the whole place to yourself. Helmets, wetsuits, surfmats or lilos/donuts are essential and a PFD too if you aren't a good swimmer. Needless to say a canyon pack or drybag are also important to bring along as is a sense of adventure and fun. rock scrambling and rapidsLocation: Wollemi NP Map: Wollangambe 89312S Limit: 12. View |
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| 17 Jan, Sat 8:00AM | Pisgah rock to Erskine creek and return | ||||
| Grade:3/6 | Length | 4km | 200m | Sydney Branch | |
| Mark G. | |||||
 When the heat of Summer is on theres no better place to go than the cooling and spectacular Erskine creek with its superb giant pools and refreshing cascades to relax in and chill out. So bring along you're surfmats, donuts, good food and drink and we will ride the odd rapid, swim in the wonderful swimming pools and just take it all in and savour our surroundings for many hours.Entry and exit via Pisgah rock. rock hoppingLocation: Blue Mountains National Park Map: Springwood Limit: 20. View |
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| 24 Jan, Sat 7:30AM | Hobnail Canyon | ||||
| Grade:4/6 | Length | 7km | 150m | Sydney Branch | |
| Mark G. | |||||
| Hobnail Canyon is situated on Range creek and offers the enthusiastic canyoner a wonderful and spectacular exploration along a beautiful watercourse which doesn't include any abseils although there are a few short tape sections to negotiate into and out of the canyon, especially at the exit track on South Bowen creek.
Anyone attending needs to bring a helmet/wetsuit/drybag and PFD if you are not a proficient swimmer but you don't need a surfmat or donut as the swims are very short. This is a canyon well away from the insta crowd and one definitely worth doing. rock scrambling and offtrack Location: Wollemi NP Map: Mount Wilson 8930-1N Limit: 12. View |
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| 25 Jan, Sun 8:00AM | Bob Turners track to the Colo River and return | ||||
| Grade:3/6 | Length | 7km | 250m | Sydney Branch | |
| Mark G. | |||||
| The Bob Turners track is probably the easiest route down to the mighty Colo River and where it meets this superb watercourse is an enormous pool which is perfect for a swim on a hot Summers day. But wait theres more! Bring along you're flotation device such as a surfmat or donut and we will float down the river, shoot the odd cascade before we return and eventually climb back up the way we came. A wonderful way to spend an Australia Day weekend. rock hopping Location: Wollemi NP Map: Colo Heights 90313N Limit: 12. View |
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| 31 Jan, Sat 8:30AM | Kiama to Gerringong | ||||
| Grade:2/6 | Length | 15km | 200m | Sydney Branch | |
| Mark G. | |||||
| This is one of NSW most loved coastal walks and rightly so as you pass so many beautiful features along the way including several beaches which will be welcome as swimming stops as we hike south to the loverly beach town of Gerringong. I'm hoping for a warm Summers day so we can refresh ourselves with a dip or three. Location: Kiama Coast Walk Limit: 20. View |
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| 7 Feb, Sat 8:00AM | Rocky creek canyon | ||||
| Grade:5/6 | Length | 6km | 250m | Sydney Branch | |
| Mark G. | |||||
| Rocky creek canyon is the classic canyon and is regarded as an entry level wet canyon as it does not have any abseils but does have several short swims with the longest being about 30 metres. The scenery in this canyon is unparalleled as its sculptured walls are regarded as the best you'll find anywhere. On this trip I plan to do the full length and climb up the exit track which means we won't have to double back and climb up the cascades. Participants should have the following gear, helmet, wetsuit, drybag, PFD if you are not a proficient swimmer. I have rated this a 5 because there are some tricky scrambles down cascades to negotiate and a rocky climb out at the end. rock scrambling and slippery conditions Location: Wollemi NP Map: Rock Hill 89312N Limit: 12. View |
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| 14 Feb, Sat 8:00AM | Corkscreww Canyon~Upper Bowen creek south side | ||||
| Grade:4/6 | Length | 6km | 150m | Sydney Branch | |
| Mark G. | |||||
| Corkscrew canyon is in the upper section of South Bowen creek drainage system and is a relatively easyish canyon to do as it does not involved any abseils or long swims but rewards the curious hiker with stunning constricted passages, sculptured clifflines, gorgeous cascades and pools and the chance to see an area not all that often visited. Helmet, wetsuit, drybag and a PFD required for those who aren't competent swimmers. rock scrambling and offtrack Location: Wollemi NP Map: Mt Wilson Limit: 12. View |
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| 21 Feb, Sat 8:00AM | Morong creek falls~Morong creek~Kowmung river and return | ||||
| Grade:4/6 | Length | 10km | 450m | Sydney Branch | |
| Mark G. | |||||
| (NEW!!!) Morong creek with its series of spectacular cascades and falls is one of the gems of the Kanangra Boyd National Park and on this walk we will follow its downward path as it plummets down to the Kowmung river. If its going to be a hot day we may not go all the way down to the Kowmung river but swim in the many pools created by the creek. As this is a reasonable drive from Sydney, participating hikers may prefer to stay in Oberon the night before. rock scrambling Location: kanangra boyd national park Map: Shooters Hill 88302S Limit: 12. View |
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| 28-1 Feb, Sat (08:00AM)-Sun (14:30PM) | Tahmoor gorge and Mermaid Pool circuit | ||||
| Grade:3/6 | Length | 10km | 200m | Sydney Branch | |
| Mark G. | |||||
| (NEW!!!) Mermaids pool and Tahmoor gorge is a delightful circuit walk that takes you past numerous cascades and swimming holes where you can escape the heat of late Summer. On the last two occasions I did this walk it rained so we couldn't complete the entire walk through the most spectacular part of the gorge. Lets hope this time we have good weather! rock hopping Location: Mermaids Pool and Tahmoor Gorge Map: BARGO 9029-3-N Limit: 20. View |
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| 7 Mar, Sat - 10 Mar, Mon | Frenchmans Cap track Tasmania | ||||
| Grade:4/6 | Length | 48km | 1,200m | Sydney Branch | |
| Mark G. | |||||
| (Fully Booked - Ask leader about waiting list) The Frenchmans Cap track in Tasmania's central plateau is an outstanding walk to one of the states tallest peaks, and allows the adventurous hiker to experience a landscape of outstanding beauty whilst being able to stay in comfortable huts along the way. This will be my 5th visit to the area and I'm as excited to revisit as I was on my first trip there back in the early 1980s, as unlike the Overland Track which is full of people, you'll often have the track to yourself. possible snow and rain with a steep track in parts Location: franklin -gordon wild rivers national park Limit: 18. View |
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| 12-14 Mar, Thu (07:30AM)-Sat (13:00PM) | Mt Ossa, Mt Pelion East, Mt Oakleigh and Mt Pillinger | ||||
| Grade:4/6 | Length | 44km | 1,500m | Sydney Branch | |
| Mark G. | |||||
| (Fully Booked - Ask leader about waiting list) Via the Arm river we will hike into Pelion hut where we will base ourselves over the next 2 nights. From this comfortable base will endeavour to climb Tasmania's highest peak, Mt Ossa along with two other spectacular summits, Mt Oakleigh and Mt Pelion East. possible snow and rain with rock scrambling Location: Cradle Mountain NP Limit: 18. View |
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| 21 Mar, Sat 8:00AM | Upper Govetts Leap creek wanderings | ||||
| Grade:5/6 | Length | 10km | 200m | Sydney Branch | |
| Mark G. | |||||
| (NEW!!!) This walk takes in a lot of wild country in the upper reaches of Govetts Leap Creek and a short section of Katoomba Creek and involves a fair bit of creek walking and offtrack walking along with some tracks thrown in for good measure! All in all you can expect a lot of variety and almost certainly few people! So if you are in the mood for a walk not listed in any guide book then this is for you! In other words...adventurous types welcome. offtrack and rock scrambling Location: Blue Mountains National Park Map: Katoomba 1:25 000 Limit: 12. View |
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| 28 Mar, Sat 8:00AM | The flying Carpet and cliff lines of Carne creek | ||||
| Grade:5/6 | Length | 7km | 200m | Sydney Branch | |
| Mark G. | |||||
| (NEW!!!) Projecting itself out of the cliff into the void above Carne creek is the aptly named Flying Carpet. This narrowish slab of rock affords the cautious walker outstanding views of the surrounding cliff lines all around and far down into Carne creek. We will also visit the wonderful Koan Cave as we progress along the escarpment. rock scrambling and offtrack walking Location: Gardens of Stone SCA Map: Cullen Bullen 89313N Limit: 12. View |
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| 3 Apr, Fri 8:00AM | Broad Swamp to Birds Rock walking track | ||||
| Grade:3/6 | Length | 18km | 200m | Sydney Branch | |
| Mark G. | |||||
| (NEW!!!) The Broad Swamp to Birds Rock walking track is part of the 30kms plus Gardens of Stone great walk and is the last section of this track to be finished so of course I am keen to experience it. The track passes through various vegetation types and includes some spectacular viewpoints along the way including a show stopper lookout into Carne creek. This walk is all on tracks but I may go offtrack for a short distance to climb the odd pagoda which would be optional of course. Location: Gardens of Stone SCA Map: Cullen Bullen 89313N Limit: 20. View |
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| 4 Apr, Sat 8:00AM | Tramway trail~The Towers~Blacks Corner and return | ||||
| Grade:4/6 | Length | 15km | 300m | Sydney Branch | |
| Mark G. | |||||
| (NEW!!!) A walk with history and lots of pagodas and stunning views! We start our hike along the Tramway trail, passing various old miners dwellings now being overtaken by nature and head west until the trail ends and we then follow the ridge along to Blacks Corner. Sounds deceptively simple but along the way we will encounter more pagodas and slots than you can imagine as well as some almost parkland sections of grassy lomandra until we reach our objective, Blacks Corner. A walk for those who want to leave the Easter crowds behind and explore a location rarely visited. rock scrambling and offtrack walking Location: Mugii Murum-ban SCA Map: Glen Alice 89314N Limit: 12. View |
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| 5 Apr, Sun 8:00AM | Wheeny Gap and waterfalls | ||||
| Grade:4/6 | Length | 5km | 380m | Sydney Branch | |
| Mark G. | |||||
| (NEW!!!) What this walk lacks in distance it more than makes up for in terms of variety and pure enjoyment as there is much to see and savour in this not often visited part of Wollemi national park. Along the way you'll encounter some of the best and largest swimming holes you could hope to find, gorgeous waterfalls and cascades and stands of towering trees in a rainforest environment. Add to these features, some extraordinary tafoni enriched sandstone caves, rock wells to play in and a hellva lot more. All in all, an adventurers playground par excellence! rock scrambling and offtrack walking Location: Wollemi NP Map: Mountain Lagoon 90313S Limit: 12. View |
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