Walks Program
Winter 2010
For full details, contact the membership secretary.
| Apr 24-26 (Q) | BUDAWANGS |
| Alum Fire trial, Flat Top, Castle Hill, Square Top, Foster MT, Round MT. maybe Quilitys Mt. Circuit walk starting near Nerriga with good views in the Budawangs. Starting near Nerriga.
DISTANCE: MEDIUM. TRIP GRADE: MEDIUM. | |
| Apr 24-26 (Q) | KANANGRA-BOYD NP |
| Day 1: Kanangra Walls to 100 Man Cave (Ti Willa Plateau) via Cloudmaker. Day 2: 100 Man Cave, Compagnoni Pass, Gingra Creek, Kowmung Junction. Head up The Kowmung to campsite. Day 3: Gingra Track to Kanangra walls. Limit 8.
DISTANCE: MEDIUM. TRIP GRADE: MEDIUM/ROUGH. | |
| Apr 24-26 (Q) | KANANGRA-BOYD NP |
| Kanangra Walls, Gingra Track, Kowmung River (camp), Wonga Mountain, Lower Gangerang Range, Gentle's Pass, Gangerang Plateau (camp), Dex's Creek, Mount Cloudmaker, Gangerang Range, Kanangra Walls. Classic trip.
DISTANCE: MEDIUM. TRIP GRADE: MEDIUM/ROUGH. | |
| Apr 27(Tue) | NORTHERN SUBURBS |
| Gordon, Barra Brui, Middle Harbour Creek, Frenchs Creek, Borgnis Reserve, Garigal National Park, Gordon.
DISTANCE: MEDIUM. TRIP GRADE: EASY/MEDIUM/LILOING. | |
| May 1,2 (Q) | NEWNES |
| Newnes, Petries Gully. Camp on tops and return via Pipeline Track. Need to carry water. Great views from campsite.
DISTANCE: MEDIUM. TRIP GRADE: MEDIUM. | |
| May 1,2 (Q) | MORTON NP |
| Wog Wog track, Corang Peak, Camping camp, return via the Goodsell Basin. A brisk morning?s walk will get us to the lunch spot below Corang peak where we can admire the extensive coastal views. The afternoon will offer the opportunity for a stroll out to Yurnga Point, or for those inclined, a relaxing afternoon in a camping cave. Return to cars the next day via the Corang river and the Goodsell Basin.
DISTANCE: MEDIUM. TRIP GRADE: EASY/MEDIUM. | |
| May 1,2 (Q) | BLUE MOUNTAINS NP |
| Mt Victoria, Victoria Falls LO, Victoria Falls, Burra Korain Flat, Grose River, Little Blue Gum, Blue Gum Forest, Govetts Creek, Junction Rock, then probably Rodriguez Pass to Govetts Leap, Blackheath. Classic longish walk that leader has not walked for some time. Probably camp at Little Blue Gum or late camp at Acacia Flat or "The Meadow".
DISTANCE: MEDIUM. TRIP GRADE: MEDIUM. | |
| May 2(Sun) | HAWKESBURY RIVER |
| Cowan to Hawkesbury River. Pleasant autumn walking.
DISTANCE: MEDIUM. TRIP GRADE: EASY/MEDIUM. | |
| May 4(Tue) | KU-RING-GAI CHASE NP |
| Cowan to Berowra via Berowra Waters.
DISTANCE: MEDIUM. TRIP GRADE: MEDIUM. | |
| May 8,9 | SOUTH COAST |
| Gerringong, Bomaderry, Berry area. 2 Day rides, stay at Werri Beach Camping Ground (Cabin or Camp). Cycle the Country Roads in this scenic South Coast paradise. Reasonably experienced riders. BYO helmet, spare tube, high visibility clothing. Limit of 8. Day 1 approx 80km, Day 2 about 50km. Mostly flat with some hills.
DISTANCE: MEDIUM. TRIP GRADE: MEDIUM/CYCLING. | |
| May 11(Tue) | BLUE MOUNTAINS NP |
| Mt Hay Road, Flat Top, The Pinnacle, Lockley Track, Mount Stead, Lockley Pylon, edge of escarpment and return, perhaps with an off-track side trips or walk along Fortress Ridge to Dr Darks Cave if time permits. Classic Grose Valley and beyond views if the weather is fine.
DISTANCE: MEDIUM. TRIP GRADE: MEDIUM. | |
| May 15-30 | FLINDERS RANGES |
| Day walks, and maybe a two-day walk. Classic outback area. Expressions of interest.
DISTANCE: MEDIUM. TRIP GRADE: EASY. | |
| May 15,16 (Q) | BLUE MOUNTAINS NP |
| Linden, Linden Ridge, Mount Twiss, Dawes Ridge, Wentworth Creek, Dawes Creek, Linden Ridge. Should be good views from the end of Dawes Ridge into the heart of the Grose Wilderness. Camping near the pristine Dawes Creek. Some firetrail walking. Gaters recommended for the rest. May use a handline to get into Wentworth Creek. Party limit of 8.
DISTANCE: MEDIUM. TRIP GRADE: MEDIUM/ROUGH/LILOING. | |
| May 15,16 (Q) | KANANGRA-BOYD NP |
| Uni Rover Trail, Sorrow Spur, Kowmung River, Ruby Creek junction (camp), Ghosts Ridge, Uni Rover Trail.
DISTANCE: MEDIUM. TRIP GRADE: MEDIUM. | |
| May 15,16 | BLUE MOUNTAINS NP |
| Sat: Tree planting (holes dug by NPWS). Evening BBQ and stay overnight in Green Gully cabins as guests of NPWS. Sun: Walk to suit party. Suggest Mt. York Road, Lawson Long Alley, Lindleyer Pass, Mt York Rd.
DISTANCE: MEDIUM. TRIP GRADE: EASY. | |
| May 16-Jun 5 (Q) | LAWN HILL NP |
| Lawn Hill NP is about 200km N.W. of Mt. Isa, Qld. Trip to explore the northern end of this remote and beautiful National Park. Trip dates can be negotiated if required. Trip starts and finishes at Mt. Isa.
DISTANCE: MEDIUM. TRIP GRADE: ROUGH/EXPLORATORY. | |
| May 16(Sun) | NORTHERN SUBURBS |
| Thornleigh, Historic Quarry, The Jungo, Cherrybrook Lakes, The Jungo, Thornleigh.
DISTANCE: MEDIUM. TRIP GRADE: EASY/MEDIUM. | |
| May 20(Thu) | SYDNEY SUBURBS |
| Explore Nurragingy Reserve, from Doonside Station. Open Grey Box woodland, banks of Eastern Creek and other wonders of the Wild West; tracks and picnic facilities.
DISTANCE: MEDIUM. TRIP GRADE: EASY. | |
| May 22,23 (Q) | KANANGRA-BOYD NP |
| Batsh Camp, Kooragang Mt, Colong Causeway, Mt Colong, Squatting Rock Gap, Mt Milo, Donnelly's Ridge, Kowmung River, Broken Point (camp), Black Snake Bend, Carkeneller Ridge, Hub Mtn, Mt Mooran, Batsh Camp.
DISTANCE: MEDIUM. TRIP GRADE: MEDIUM/ROUGH. | |
| May 25(Tue) | HOMEBUSH BAY |
| Meet at Homebush Bay and ride to Botany Bay, have lunch and return to Homebush Bay. Most of the ride is on designated bike tracks with a few sections of road. The terrain is fairly level following the Cooks River catchment with not too much gear changing. Note: BYO helmet, bike, spare tube and high visibility clothing.
DISTANCE: MEDIUM. TRIP GRADE: EASY/MEDIUM CYCLING. | |
| May 29,30 (Q) | KANANGRA-BOYD NP |
| Loombah Plateau, Redcliffe Ridge, Hatchers Hollow, Willar Gowar, Spring Ridge, Muggerah Gowar, Loombah Plateau. Standard routes to and from classic camping spot with 750metres descent/ascent. Expect scrub on tops
DISTANCE: MEDIUM. TRIP GRADE: MEDIUM. | |
| Jun 5,6 (Q) | BLUE MOUNTAINS NP |
| 2 good day walks. Walk 1. Carlons Farm to Splendour Rock for lunch and return. MAP: JENOLAN Walk 2. Katoomba to Mt Solitary for lunch and maybe return by Golden Staircase with car shuffle.
DISTANCE: MEDIUM. TRIP GRADE: MEDIUM. | |
| Jun 5,6 (Q) | BLUE MOUNTAINS NP |
| Mt Solitary, via Narrow Neck, Golden Stairs, Ruined Castle, camping at well know CMW spot 2/3 along Solitary (not sure if it has a name), return the same way. Limit 8 people. Classic trip.
DISTANCE: MEDIUM. TRIP GRADE: EASY/MEDIUM. | |
| Jun 5,6 (Q) | BLUE MOUNTAINS NP |
| Green Gully - Carlons Creek - Breakfast Creek - Cattle Dog Ridge - Blue Dog Ridge - Blue Dog Buttress - Coxs River - Ironmonger Spur - Carlons.
DISTANCE: MEDIUM. TRIP GRADE: MEDIUM/ROUGH. | |
| Jun 6(Sun) | ROYAL NP |
| Otford to Bundeena. Classic coastal walk.
DISTANCE: LONG. TRIP GRADE: MEDIUM. | |
| Jun 8(Tue) | KU-RING-GAI CHASE NP |
| Cowan to Jerusalem Bay to Brooklyn via The Great North Walk Track.
DISTANCE: MEDIUM. TRIP GRADE: MEDIUM. | |
| Jun 10-15 (Q) | DEUA NP |
| Walk the Deua river. Car shuffle between Pikes Saddle and Wyanbene. Dampier, Jillaga Creek, Bendethera, Deua River, Curmulee Creek, Wyanbene caves.
DISTANCE: MEDIUM. TRIP GRADE: MEDIUM/EXPLORATORY. | |
| Jun 12,14 (Q) | BLUE MOUNTAINS NP |
| Three Days in the Wild Dogs. Sat: Carlons to Splendour Rock via Blackhorse Ridge & Mobbs Soak. Sun: Head down Howling Dog Ridge to junction of Dingo Ck and camp at Konangaroo Clearing. Mon: Up Yellow pup, Mobbs Soak, down Cattle dog to Breakfast Ck. up Pots & Pans to Ironpot and Carlons.
DISTANCE: MEDIUM. TRIP GRADE: MEDIUM. | |
| Jun 12,14 (Q) | NAMADGI NP |
| Walk from Orroral Valley via Cotter Gap for a base camp at Pond Ck. Climb Mt Namadgi as a day trip on Day 2. Return via Cotter Gap. Possibility of climbing Cotter Rocks or Coronet Peak. Excellent views of the main peaks in Namadgi.
DISTANCE: MEDIUM. TRIP GRADE: MEDIUM. | |
| Jun 12-14 (Q) | BLUE MOUNTAINS NP |
| Hobbles Spur, Blackhorse Ridge, Splendour Rock - Howling Dog , Nurla Morella Ridge, Mount Moorilla, Strongleg, Yellow Pup, Blackhorse Ridge, Hobbles Spur.
DISTANCE: MEDIUM. TRIP GRADE: MEDIUM/ROUGH. | |
| Jun 12,13 (Q) | KANANGRA-BOYD NP |
| Wallarra Heights, Barralliers Crown, Wallarra ridge, Middle Christys (camp), Ample Easy ridge, Mt Savage, Uni Rover Trail. Great circuit with a great camp site.
DISTANCE: MEDIUM. TRIP GRADE: MEDIUM. | |
| Jun 12(Sat) | SOUTH COAST |
| GERRINGONG/KIAMA COASTAL WALK. Gerringong Railway Station, Werri Beach linking delightful coastal walk to Kiama following recently completed tourist track overlooking the Coast. Longish Day. Coffee at Kiama. Approx 10 KMS undulating green pastures. Gerringong/Kiama Track Sketch Map.
DISTANCE: MEDIUM. TRIP GRADE: EASY/MEDIUM. | |
| Jun 13(Sun) | LOWER BLUE MOUNTAINS |
| Glenbrook, Euroka Track, Portal Waterhole, Euroka, The Ironbarks, Campfire Creek, Glenbrook.
DISTANCE: MEDIUM. TRIP GRADE: EASY/MEDIUM. | |
| Jun 16,17 (Q) | WOLLEMI NP |
| Mid week walk - Mountain Lagoon/Mailes Ridge/Colo Meroo.
DISTANCE: MEDIUM. TRIP GRADE: EASY/MEDIUM. | |
| Jun 17(Thu) | SYDNEY SUBURBS |
| Meet at Tempe Station, walk upstream along Cooks River, then Cup & Saucer Creek and see the new wetlands. Cross over to Bexley North and follow Wolli Creek to its junction with Cooks, through the only remaining bushland in the Inner West.
DISTANCE: MEDIUM. TRIP GRADE: EASY. | |
| Jun 19,20 (Q) | BLUE MOUNTAINS NP |
| Sat: Tree planting, installing tree guards and maintenance of plantings. Evening BBQ and stay overnight in Green Gully Cabins as guests of NPWS. Sun: Walk to suit the party. Suggest Green Gully, Medlow Gap, Mt. Mouin and return.
DISTANCE: MEDIUM. TRIP GRADE: MEDIUM. | |
| Jun 19,20 | BLUE MOUNTAINS NP |
| Celebrating 50th Birthday of Leader - Kings Cave (Linden). Sat: Short walk Bull Camp to Woodford. Sun: Norman Lindsay Gallery (Faulconbridge). View his art with a short walk around property, $10 admission fee, BYO lunch or cafe shop.
DISTANCE: SHORT. TRIP GRADE: EASY. | |
| Jun 22(Tue) | BOTANY BAY |
| Enjoy a great days cycling along the Cooks River from Homebush to Botany Bay. Have lunch at the bay. Helmets, high visibility jackets, sunscreen & water required. Limit 8. Some experience in riding necessary but the route is fairly level.
DISTANCE: MEDIUM. TRIP GRADE: EASY/MEDIUM CYCLING. | |
| Jun 24(Thu) | SYDNEY HBR. NP |
| Rock platforms around North Head; how far can you go? Meet at car park on the east side of North Head Sewage complex, down Blue Fish. Point and along rock platforms. A harness in the pack might be a good idea, but is unlikely to be needed. The trip will be modified if seas are rough.
DISTANCE: SHORT. TRIP GRADE: ROUGH/EXPLORATORY. | |
| Jun 26,27 (Q) | KANANGRA-BOYD NP |
| Queen Pin, Thurat Ridge, Paralyser, Junction of Whalania / Kanangra Creeks, Bullagowar Ridge - Guouogang, Krungle Bungle.
DISTANCE: MEDIUM. TRIP GRADE: MEDIUM/ROUGH. | |
| Jun 26(Sat) | GARDENS OF STONE NP |
| Zorro canyon, off Sunny Side ridge. Said to be dry. Personal abseiling gear essential. Note: Abseiling Trips are classified as 'Dangerous Recreational Activity' under the Civil Liability Amendment (Personal Liability) Act 2002 NSW.
DISTANCE: SHORT. TRIP GRADE: MEDIUM/ABSEILING. | |
| Jun 27(Sun) | BEN BULLEN |
| Windows canyon, near Glow Worm tunnel. Said to be dry. Personal abseiling gear essential. Note: Abseiling Trips are classified as 'Dangerous Recreational Activity' under the Civil Liability Amendment (Personal Liability) Act 2002 NSW.
DISTANCE: SHORT. TRIP GRADE: MEDIUM/ABSEILING. | |
| Jun 29(Tue) | KU-RING-GAI CHASE NP |
| Meet at Marrua Rd St Ives Marrua track Gibberagong Track, Bobbin Head Warrimoo Track, The Sphinx and Marrua Rd, St Ives.
DISTANCE: MEDIUM. TRIP GRADE: EASY/MEDIUM. | |
| Jul 3,4 (Q) | BUDAWANGS |
| Fault Line Rd - Maurice Spur - High camp - Currockbilly Mt - ridge to south -Bimberamala River - Fault line Rd
DISTANCE: MEDIUM. TRIP GRADE: MEDIUM. | |
| Jul 3,4 (Q) | BLUE MOUNTAINS NP |
| Camp at Splendour Rock, via Carlons Creek, Black Horse Ridge, Mobbs Soak, then return to Carlons via Fire Trail the next day. Carry water from Mobbs. Limit 8 people.
DISTANCE: MEDIUM. TRIP GRADE: EASY/MEDIUM. | |
| Jul 3,4 | BLUE MOUNTAINS NP |
| Two separate day trips, can come on either. Sat: Carlons Head, Black Billy Head circuit from Carlons Farm (only one very small abseil). Sun: Boars Head a fantastic multi pitch abseiling trip, return via Devils hole track, short day. Sat: NO gear required provided by leader. Sun: Personal abseiling gear needed, ropes supplied by leader. Note: Abseiling Trips are classified as 'Dangerous Recreational Activity' under the Civil Liability Amendment (Personal Liability) Act 2002 NSW.
DISTANCE: SHORT. TRIP GRADE: MEDIUM/ABSEILING. | |
| Jul 6,7 (Q) | BLUE MOUNTAINS NP |
| Carlons, Hobbles Spur, Blackhorse Ridge, Yellow Dog, Jenolan Buttress, Mt Jenolan, Scrubbers Saddle, Ironmonger, Carlons
DISTANCE: LONG. TRIP GRADE: MEDIUM/ROUGH. | |
| Jul 6(Tue) | ROYAL NP |
| Otford to Burning Palms and South Era along Coast Track. Return to Otford via Garawarra Farm and the Escarpment Track.
DISTANCE: MEDIUM. TRIP GRADE: EASY/MEDIUM. | |
| Jul 10,11 (Q) | KANANGRA-BOYD NP |
| Sat: Go down Bullhead via Cambage Spire to Kowmung / Christy's Junction. Sun: Head up Colboyd Ridge via Stonehag Hill, Executioner Bluffs, Arabanoo Peak, Mt.Colboyd, Mt. Bungin, Pindari Tops and then back to Kanangra Walls. Limit 8.
DISTANCE: MEDIUM. TRIP GRADE: MEDIUM. | |
| Jul 10,11 | BLUE MOUNTAINS NP |
| Sat: Tree planting, installing tree guards and maintenance of plantings. Evening BBQ and stay overnight in Green Gully Cabins as guests of NPWS. Sun: Walk to suit the party. Suggest Ironmonger Mtn. the Frying Pan Breakfast Crk, Green Gully.
DISTANCE: MEDIUM. TRIP GRADE: EASY/MEDIUM. | |
| Jul 11(Sun) | ROYAL NP |
| Heathcote, Tuckawa Ridge, Gurrumboola Ridge, Robertson Knoll, Karloo Pool and back to Heathcote Station. Nice Trip.
DISTANCE: MEDIUM. TRIP GRADE: EASY/MEDIUM. | |
| Jul 17,18 (Q) | BLUE MOUNTAINS NP |
| Mt Wilson, Tourist Track, Wollangambe River (pick up water for lunch), nameless ridges (part of the way on an old track) to Wollangambe Crater and River (usual nice campsite beside the river), return via trackless ridges to Bell Heavy Vehicle Inspection Station or to Bell via track and firetail on easy ridges in the event of wet weather . Car dump required at Mt Wilson and Bell. Held over from Autumn program.
DISTANCE: MEDIUM. TRIP GRADE: MEDIUM. | |
| Jul 17,18 (Q) | BLUE MOUNTAINS NP |
| Mt Hay, Boorong Crags, Byles Pass, Grose Gorge to Carmarthen Junction, camp in cave. Return by the same route. Most of this is off track. Some scrambling, a bit of scrub, excellent views.
DISTANCE: MEDIUM. TRIP GRADE: MED/ROUGH/EXPLORATORY. | |
| Jul 18(Sun) | BLUE MOUNTAINS NP |
| Lawson, Lawson Creek, Junction Falls, Cataract Falls, Bedford Creek, Upper Cataract Falls, Lawson.
DISTANCE: MEDIUM. TRIP GRADE: EASY/MEDIUM. | |
| Jul 23,31 (Q) | WEST MACDONNELL RANGES NP |
| A nine day walk, from Ellery Creek to Ormiston Gorge, following the Chewings Range and including Mt Giles and some spectacular canyons. Note: This trip is already full.
DISTANCE: MEDIUM. TRIP GRADE: ROUGH. | |
| Jul 24,25 (Q) | KANANGRA-BOYD NP |
| Kanangra Walls, Stormbreaker, Thunder Bend, Paralyser, Thurat Ridge, Kanangra Walls.
DISTANCE: MEDIUM. TRIP GRADE: MEDIUM/ROUGH. | |
| Jul 25(Sun) | SYDNEY SUBURBS |
| Kokoda Track, Rhodes park, Concord Foreshore Trail, Concord Hospital & Dame Edith Walker Grounds, Majors Bay, Mortlake Point (maybe further to Breakfast Point / Cabarita Park) & return.
DISTANCE: MEDIUM. TRIP GRADE: EASY. | |
| Jul 27(Tue) | SYDNEY SUBURBS |
| BICYCLE DAY TRIP - M7 CYCLEWAY Enjoy a great days cycling along this fabulous dedicated bike/pedestrian track that follows the M7 Motorway without having to worry about cars for the whole 80 Kms return. Helmets, high visibility jackets, sunscreen & water required. Limit 8 ? Reasonably experienced riders only.
DISTANCE: LONG. TRIP GRADE: MEDIUM/CYCLING. | |
| Jul 29-AUG 3 (Q) | CENTRAL AUSTRALIA |
| Call for expressions of interest in walking the Ellery Creek to Standley Chasm section of the Larapinta Trail. Participants will meet in Alice Springs and be transported to the track head at Ellery Creek. This is a marked track with magnificent arid country views.
DISTANCE: MEDIUM. TRIP GRADE: MEDIUM. | |
| Jul 31,Aug 1 (Q) | GARDENS OF STONE NP |
| Donkey Mountain & Mount Wolgan. Come and visit this fascinating scramblers paradise overlooking the beautiful Wolgan valley in a leisurely easy weekend. Great high camp smuggled among the cliffs. Need to carry water.
DISTANCE: SHORT. TRIP GRADE: EASY/MEDIUM. | |
| Aug-Oct 2010 | WESTERN AUSTRALIA |
| Approx. eight weeks during the wildflower season of car camping, day and overnight walks, liloing, beachcombing and snorkelling in a selection of areas such as Millstream Chichester NP, Karijini NP, Rudall River NP, Ningaloo Reef, Kennedy Range NP, Mt Augustus NP and Kalbarri NP. 4WDs of Forester standard will do most areas, big ones needed for Rudall River.
DISTANCE: MEDIUM. TRIP GRADE: MEDIUM. | |
| Aug 3(Tue) | SYDNEY HBR. NP |
| Taronga Zoo to Balmoral via Taylors Bay, Clifton Gardens, Georges Heights and return. Lunch on the 'island', coffee at the baths.
DISTANCE: MEDIUM. TRIP GRADE: EASY. | |
| Aug 7,8 (Q) | KANANGRA-BOYD NP |
| Kanangra Boyd NP - Kanangra Walls, Gingra Range, Brumby Ridge, Kowmung River, Gt Stony Mtn, Bullhead Range, Kanangra Walls. Party limit 8.
DISTANCE: MEDIUM. TRIP GRADE: MEDIUM/ROUGH. | |
| Aug 14,15 (Q) | BLUE MOUNTAINS NP |
| Sat: Tree planting, installing tree guards and maintenance of plantings. Evening BBQ and stay overnight in Green Gully Cabins as guests of NPWS. Sun: Walk to suit the party. Suggest Carlon Creek, Blackhorse Range, Medlow Gap, Green Gully.
DISTANCE: MEDIUM. TRIP GRADE: MEDIUM. | |
| Aug 14,15 | BLUE MOUNTAINS NP |
| Two separate day trips, can come on either. Sat: Rock Pile Pass, Coral Creek, Redledge Pass circuit from locked gate on Narrowneck (only one very small abseil). Sun: Castle Head an awesome multi pitch abseiling trip down to Ruined Castle, return via Golden Stairs track. Sat: NO gear required provided by leader. Sun: Personal abseiling gear needed, ropes supplied by leader. Note: Abseiling Trips are classified as 'Dangerous Recreational Activity' under the Civil Liability Amendment (Personal Liability) Act 2002 NSW.
DISTANCE: SHORT. TRIP GRADE: MEDIUM/ABSEILING. | |
| Aug 15,21 (Q) | WARRAMBUNGLES NP |
| Warrumbungles NP (NSW) Car camping - an enjoyable week of day walks and/or rest and relaxation in the splendid surrounds of this beautiful National Park. $5/per night, VEHICLE FEE: $7/day (unless you have a national parks' sticker).
DISTANCE: MEDIUM. TRIP GRADE: MEDIUM. | |
| Aug 15(Sun) | BLUE MOUNTAINS NP |
| Katoomba, Prince Henry Track, Leura Falls, Leura.
DISTANCE: MEDIUM. TRIP GRADE: EASY/MEDIUM. | |
| Aug 17(Tue) | WESTERN SYDNEY CYCLING |
| GUILDFORD / PROSPECT RESERVOIR / CANLEY VALE / GUILDFORD Enjoy a great days cycling along the old pipeline to Prospect Reservoir, then head down cycleway to Fairfield Farm and east to Canley Vale. We then ride back north along the rail trail cycle route back to Guildford. Option to start and finish at Homebush Bay for those that would like a longer ride. Helmets, high visibility jackets, sunscreen & water required. Limit 8 ? Some experience in riding necessary, not for raw beginners.
DISTANCE: MEDIUM. TRIP GRADE: MEDIUM/CYCLING. | |
| Aug 21,22 (Q) | KANANGRA-BOYD NP |
| Loombah Plateau - Irrae Gower - Hatchers Hollow - Willa Gowar - Loombah Plateau. Great circuit with a great camp site.
DISTANCE: MEDIUM. TRIP GRADE: MEDIUM. | |
| Aug 21,22 | SOUTHERN HIGHLANDS |
| GOULBURN / COLLECTOR AREA Enjoy two days cycling around the Goulburn / Collector district. Stay in Caravan Park or Pub etc on Sat. night. Details yet to be decided. Helmets, high visibility jackets, sunscreen & water required. Limit 8 - Experienced riders only. Please carry spare tube and puncture kit.
DISTANCE: MEDIUM. TRIP GRADE: MEDIUM/CYCLING. | |
| Aug 27,28 | BLUE MOUNTAINS NP |
| Another 2 day walks in Blackheath area, celebrate the end of winter up here. Camp on leader's property, BBQ & campfire Sat night, salad provided, BYO everything else. SAT. Burra Korain ridge. Good views of Victoria Falls & Upper Grose, maybe explore side ridges & Crayfish Creek. Scrubby, bring gaiters. E-M SUN. Long cliff top walk from Pulpit Rock to Evans Lookout along new well made tourist track, finish with coffee at Jemby Rinjah resort next door. E-M
DISTANCE: MEDIUM. TRIP GRADE: EASY/MEDIUM. | |
| Aug 28,29 (Q) | KANANGRA-BOYD NP |
| Kanangra Walls, Gingra Range, Hughes Ridge, Kowmung River. Return via Roots Ridge. Classic Kowmung Trip.
DISTANCE: MEDIUM. TRIP GRADE: MEDIUM. | |
| Aug 28,29 (Q) | BLUE MOUNTAINS NP |
| Carlon's car park, Breakfast Creek, Black Horse Ridge, Mount Merrimerrigal, Splendour Rock (camp), Mobbs Swamp, Blue Dog Ridge, Coxs/Breakfast Junction, Ironmonger Spur, Ironpot Mountain, Carlons car park.
DISTANCE: MEDIUM. TRIP GRADE: MEDIUM. | |
| Aug 29(Sun) | PARRAMATTA RIVER |
| Halliday Park Fivedock, Hen and Chicken Bay, Abbotsford Wharf, Figtree Bay, Chiswick, Lysaght Park, Russell Park and return.
DISTANCE: MEDIUM. TRIP GRADE: EASY. | |
| Aug 31-Sep 9 | SOUTH COAST NSW |
| MIMOSA, BOURNDA & BEN BOYD NP - 3 nights at each park. Great places for short or long beach walks, canoeing, cycling, snorkelling, botanizing and bird watching. Warm water! See http://www.environment.nsw.gov.au/parks/RegionSouthCoast.htm
DISTANCE: SHORT. TRIP GRADE: EASY. |