Walks Program

 

Dec 9 (Tue) BLUE MOUNTAINS NP (Q)
Glenbrook Station, The Causeway, Red Hands Cave, Campfire Creek, The Causeway, Glenbrook Station.A pleasant walk mostly in shaded gullies. All on roads or tracks. DISTANCE: MEDIUM. TRIP GRADE: EASY/MEDIUM MAPS: PENRITH. TRANSPORT: TRAIN

Dec 16 (Tue) SYDNEY SUBURBS
Summer Hill Station to Mort Bay/Thames Street wharf, Balmain. Following the newly opened Greenway, Iron Cove and back streets to Elkington Park, Birchgrove Oval, Ballast Point Park and Balmain. DISTANCE: MEDIUM. TRIP GRADE: EASY MAPS: STREET DIRECTORY. TRANSPORT: PUBLIC

Dec 18-21 ETTREMA GORGE (QQ*)
Ettrema Gorge with full traverse of Jones Creek, A totally off track walk from Touga Rd near Nerriga. Short bush hike to descend into the gorge at Murrays Pools for camp on night 1. Then we will progress north through the gorge to Jones Creek. Traverse the full length of Jones Ck and then exit onto the track. Camping along the way. Car shuffle required. Fit, experienced, off track walkers only. Scrambling ascents and descents, wading and/or wet feet. Waterproofing of pack recomended. Bush bashing. Maybe a requirement to use tape which leader will carry. Walkers must be comfortable with heights. Note, if the weather is forecast too cold or if rain or water levels are too high, I will change this to a Budawangs walk, same dates. Party limit 6. Exploratory. DISTANCE: MEDIUM. TRIP GRADE: HARD/EXPLORATORY MAPS:. TRANSPORT: $94 ** Note: This Trip also appears on the Walks Program of - South Coast Bushwalkers. ** . * The Walks Secretary has designated this trip as worth TWO Q walks towards qualifying for full membership of CMW. ** LEADER ADVISES: The Trip is now FULL. **

Dec 18 (Thu) THE GREENWAY - Cycling
The Greenway is a shared pedestrian/cycle route that is mostly separated from roads & runs between the Cooks River & Iron Cove. Its been under construction for years, but is finally opening on the 14th & promises to be an impressive addition to local cycling infrastructure. Come along to check it out. Epping, Meadowbank, Homebush, Cooks River, The Greenway, Iron Cove, Hunters Hill, North Ryde, Epping. 53km. A few steep hills in the Hunters Hill/Nth Ryde area. Cafe stop along the Greenway. DISTANCE: MEDIUM. TRIP GRADE: MEDIUM MAPS: STREET DIRECTORY TRANSPORT: $ Bike

Dec 27-31 (walking days) VIC ALPS (QQ*)
Stanley’s Name Spur / Crosscut Saw – Mt Howitt-McAlister Springs – side trip to Mt Magdala / Crosscut Saw – Mt Speculation / Mt Koonika, Cobbler Plateau – side trip to Mt Cobbler /Cobbler Plateau, Muesli Spur – King River. Short car shuffle required. The area features spectacular views (weather permitting), alpine flower displays. The evocative place names of features say something of this area’s appeal. Party limit of 6. Stoves only. Alpine ridge trip, so carry water during day. We will camp mostly near water though will need to carry water to campsites. Mostly on tracks, although some of these are poorly maintained. Its an alpine trip so any weather is possible from hot & sunny to wet & snowy. DISTANCE: MEDIUM. TRIP GRADE: MEDIUM/HARD MAPS: VIC MAP 8223-N SELWYN 1:50, 000. TRANSPORT: $372. * The Walks Secretary has designated this trip as worth TWO Q walks towards qualifying for full membership of CMW.

Dec27-Jan1 2026 KOSIUSZKO NP (QQ*)
PERISHER, PORCUPINE, RAMS HEAD, SNOWY RIVER, MT TOWNSEND, BLUE LAKE, PERISHER. DISTANCE: MEDIUM. TRIP GRADE: MEDIUM MAPS:. TRANSPORT: $193. * The Walks Secretary has designated this trip as worth TWO Q walks towards qualifying for full membership of CMW.

Jan 4-17 2026 TWO PARTS: BAROALBA CREEK IN KAKADU; SOUTHERN LITCHFIELD: (QQ)
Part 1: walk based around Baroalba Creek in Kakadu. Six days (4-10 January).Part 2: North to south through southern Litchfield: Eight days (10-17 January). Willis Walkabouts trip, currently going ahead with minimum group size registered. More info:https://www.bushwalkingholidays.com.au/kh01Canberra Bushwalking Club summary: https://canberrabushwalkingclub.mybilby.com/activities/3493. DISTANCE: MEDIUM. TRIP GRADE: EASY/MEDIUM MAPS: PART 1: 1: 50, 000 NOURLANGIE CREEK; PART 2: 1:50, 000 PROSPECT HILL COVERS MOST OF THE WALK. TRANSPORT: $ ** Note: This Trip also appears on the Walks Program of - Canberra Bushwalking Club. **

Jan 10, 11 2026 BUNGLEBOORIE (DINGO) CREEK WOLLEMI NP DHARUG COUNTRY (QQ*)
Waratah Ridge, old 4WD track, Bubblebath exit track, Bubblebath Canyon, Bungleboorie/Dingo Ck. Return same way. Mostly undulating country, 2/3 rds. track with some minor scrambling. Minor exposure on short steep descent to beautiful campsite beside a stunning rain-forest creek below towering cliffs. A short wade across the creek, possibly waist deep. Suitable for fit prospectives. Bring stoves, tent/tarp. Return same way. Carry 1- 1/2 litres of water. c. 4-hour walk. Leader will bring handline. DISTANCE: MEDIUM. TRIP GRADE: EASY/MEDIUM MAPS: WOLLANGAMBE. TRANSPORT: $58. * The Walks Secretary has designated this trip as worth TWO Q walks towards qualifying for full membership of CMW. ** LEADER ADVISES: The Trip is now FULL. **

Jan 24-26 2026 KANANGRA-BOYD NP UPPER KOWMUNG RIVER, GUNDUNGURRA COUNTRY (QQ*)
Start Uni Rover Trail, walk along Fire Trail, cross flat plateau to 1133, pick Megalith Ridge, 700m decent to the Kowmung River. Return same way. I believe this is the best route of many into the Kowmung with its many spectacular megaliths. Expect some scrub down/up the ridge. Cross river if possible and set up camp for 2 nites in nice shady area beside river. Possible evening platypus sightings.Half day walk up river to stunning deep rocky pool below a towering cliff. Swim, lunch and return to camp.Bring lightweight waterproofed pack for lunch and snacks. Stoves only, carry water for c. 6 - 7 hours. DISTANCE: MEDIUM. TRIP GRADE: MEDIUM/HARD MAPS: KANANGRA, YERRANDERIE, 1:25, 000. TRANSPORT: $77. * The Walks Secretary has designated this trip as worth TWO Q walks towards qualifying for full membership of CMW.

Feb 1-8 SNOWY MOUNTAINS (Q)
We will stay in cabins in Sawpit Creek or Jindabyne and do day walks. People do not need to stay for the whole 7 nights. Unlike in previous years, there is no need to limit the number of people. Expressions of interest only at this stage. DISTANCE: MEDIUM. TRIP GRADE: EASY/MEDIUM MAPS: TBA. TRANSPORT: $193

Feb 10 (Tue) NEWCASTLE AREA (Q)
Adamstown Station, Fernleigh Track and Loop, Glenrock State Conservation Area: find our way through its maze of tracks to the beach, Merewether Beach. Swim at Merewether Beach (and/or in the amazing Bogey Hole) to cool off. Memorial Walk, King Edward Park, Newcastle Beach, Light-rail Terminus. Catch the Light-rail to Newcastle Interchange and a train back to Sydney. DISTANCE: MEDIUM. TRIP GRADE: EASY/MEDIUM MAPS: NEWCASTLE AREA (Q) MAPS. TRANSPORT: TRAIN, Light Rail

Feb23-Mar4 WALLS OF JERUSALEM NP (TAS) (QQ*)
A circuit walk on and off track exploring the western section of this NP. Hire bus to and from Launceston. Start and finish at end of Mersey Forest Road. This walk takes in Moses Creek track, Chapter Lake, Grail Falls, Tent Tarn, Cathedral Mountain, Twin Spires, Chalice Lake, Cloister Lagoon, Junction Lake, Lake Artemis, Mountains of Jupiter, Lake Meston, Mt Rogoona, Lake Myrtle, Jackson Ck Track, Moses Creek Track, Mersey Forest Rd. Much of this walk is involves exposed montane areas above 1, 000m to 1, 200m. Only fit and experienced walkers. 4-season tent needed. Stoves only. Lightweight day pack. Good wet weather gear. Bring book, Kindle in case of bad weather. Be prepared to stay in a tent for 24 hours as bad weather likely for at least a day. Route may vary depending on weather encountered. Please send any emails to both walk leaders - Geoff (geoffrey48@froggy.com.au) and Michelle (mishamcintyre@gmail.com). PARTY LIMIT - 6 people (limited camp sites). DISTANCE: MEDIUM. TRIP GRADE: MEDIUM/HARD MAPS: JERUSALEM 1: 50000,# TL 06 TRANSPORT: $LOTS. * The Walks Secretary has designated this trip as worth TWO Q walks towards qualifying for full membership of CMW. ** LEADER ADVISES: The Trip is now FULL. **

Mar 2-16* SOUTHERN TASMANIA DAYWALKS (Q)
Day walks at 3 locations in Southern Tasmania. 4 days of walking at Tasman Peninsula (Tasman NP) staying at caravan park. Coastal walking to locations like Cape Raoul / Shipstern Bluff, Tasman Arch / Waterfall Bluff and West Arthur Head. 2 days of walking at Mount Field NP. Walks will depend upon the weather but aim to climb some peaks. Long distances and walking above the tree line, Mt Field West or Lake Dobson to Tarn Shelf return or Rodway Range /K-Col (ridge above Tarn Shelf). Staying at cabins or camping at entrance to park. 4 days of walking around Hobart area in Mt Wellington Park (climbing kunanyi/Mt Wellington) and along coast. Staying at hotel in Hobart / other accommodation. Walkers will have to arrange their own accommodation and transport to Hobart and around Tasmania eg fly and hire a vehicle or drive own vehicle and catch ferry. DISTANCE: MEDIUM. TRIP GRADE: MEDIUM MAPS: PENINSULA WALKS, MOUNT FIELD , WELLINGTON PARK, ALL TAS GOV PUBLICATIONS TRANSPORT: $$$- FLY/HIRE VEHICLE OR DRIVE AND CATCH FERRY. ** LEADER ADVISES: The Trip is now FULL. **

Mar 2-6 2026 MURRAMARANG NP (Q)
Camp for four nights (arrive Monday, leave Friday) at Depot Beach on the beautiful South Coast of NSW. We can swim, snorkel, do a variety of coastal walks, climb Mt Durras, with the option of doing shorter or longer walks. Accommodation: tent sites, powered and unpowered van sites, cabins with all amenities. The earlier we can book, the better. Bring your own food, as there are no local shops. Party limit of 16. DISTANCE: MEDIUM. TRIP GRADE: EASY/MEDIUM MAPS: KIOLOA, DURRAS. TRANSPORT: $112 from Sydney

Mar 14, 15 2026 WOLLEMI NP (QQ*)
Mt Lagoon Rd, Fire Trail, Wheeny Ck/Pool/Falls, Wheeny Gap, return same way. A walk near Bilpin. Mostly along track (C. 5ks) with a short steep pad descent through the sublime rainforest then along the creek to a pretty pool and waterfall. Stoves only. Limited sand camping. Some will have to sleep on rock platforms so bring a good sleeping mat and swimmers. Beautiful campsite beside 40m diameter deep pool and 5m waterfall surrounded by 1 - 200m cliffs. Sublime spot. Carry 1-2 litres depending upon how hot. Minor rock hopping and scrambling 350m along the creek. DISTANCE: SHORT. TRIP GRADE: EASY/MEDIUM MAPS: MOUNTAIN LAGOON. TRANSPORT: $30. * The Walks Secretary has designated this trip as worth TWO Q walks towards qualifying for full membership of CMW.

Mar 25-31 GREAT OTWAY NP, PORT CAMPBELL NP (Q)
Expressions of interest required. GREAT OCEAN WALK. Victorian South Coast. 7 days unplugged, self-guided commercial Auswalk Company. All inclusive on walk: Accommodation x 6 nights. twin share or double bedroom with own ensuite. Accommodation offers single cocupancy too, at a cost. Food: Breakfast x 6, Dinner x 6 glorious meals. Lunch: Packed lunch per day x 6. BYO: snacks for each day on the walk. Alcohol/beer for the entire walk. Carry daypack only.Transfers: Every day to and from accommodation. Transfer backpacks/luggage back to Apollo Bay at end of walk, day 7. Limit of 10 people. Cost per person: $3,115.00, $500 deposit required on booking. 5% discount for each person if over 5 people. Experienced walkers preferred. Leader will need navigational help along the way. If interested, look at the AUSWALK website - https://auswalk.com.au/walks/self-guided/great-ocean-walk-7-day-unplug/ and then contact Leader. People will need to book individually via the website or contact karen@auswalk.com.au. DISTANCE: MEDIUM. TRIP GRADE: MEDIUM MAPS: PROVIDED BY AUSWALK. TRANSPORT: $426