Walks Program
Feb 25 (Tue) SYDNEY HARBOUR (Q)
Rose Bay to Watsons Bay. Ferry from Circular Quay to Rose Bay; inspect and sample the newly completed facilities and beach at Nielsen Park; then on to Watsons Bay, for another swim if its hot. Catch the ferry back to Circular Quay. DISTANCE: MEDIUM. TRIP GRADE: EASY/MEDIUM MAPS: STREET DIRECTORY OR GOOGLE MAPS. TRANSPORT: PUBLIC
Feb27-Mar2 SNOWY MTS - CHARLOTTES PASS (Q)
This 4day/3night walk will involve setting up a base camp in the Trapyard Ck catchment for the 3 nights and two day walks. Thurs 27th -Leave cars near Charlottes Pass & head out to Mt Stilwell & Trapyard Ck catchment & set up base camp. Fri 28th, First full day walk loop ( ? to Porcupine Rocks /Mt Duncan area with views down to Thredbo River). Sat Mar 1st, Second full day walk loop (? to Eagles Nest -Top Station). Sun 2nd, Walk back to cars at Charlottes Pass via Johnnies Plain by midday. Make sure you have a good tent & stove as the weather conditions can change suddenly in these mountains. Note if the weather forecast is bad both these walks will be put back a week. Note: Ian will be away in January you can book in via Col Halpin (02/98761685) he is leading the Guthega Trip. Party Limt 8 for both trips. DISTANCE: MEDIUM. TRIP GRADE: MEDIUM MAPS: PERISHER VALLEY. TRANSPORT: $197.
Mar 1, 2 SHOALHAVEN (Q)
A Classic Shoalhaven Overnighter. This walk starts at Long Point near Tallong. We will descent steeply via Long Point track, then off track along the Shoalhaven River. We will either wade or swim across the river, and then camp on it for the night. Lots of swimming near a lovely flat campsite. On Sunday we continue further downstream to wade across and then climb up Badgerys Spur track, which is very steep. Car shuffle required. Good walk for fit first timers. Party limit 6, stoves only, waterproof your pack, compulsory swim, wet feet. DISTANCE: MEDIUM. TRIP GRADE: MEDIUM/HARD MAPS:. TRANSPORT: $71. ** Note: This Trip also appears on the Walks Program of - South Coast Bushwalkers. **
Mar 2 (Sun) SYDNEY SUBURBS - Social/Historical
Walk around Rozelle Bay and Blackwattle Bay. Explore the complexity of new pathways around the Rozelle Interchange including the wetland. ANZAC Bridge, Fishmarket, old and new, Jubilee Park, Federal Park. Coffee stop somewhere. DISTANCE: SHORT. TRIP GRADE: EASY MAPS: SYDNEY STREET DIRECTORY. TRANSPORT: PUBLIC
Mar 9 (Sun) HEATHCOTE NP (Q)
This is a loop track from Heathcote. We will meet at Waterfall station and then car convoy to the start point a short distance away. Using Aberoo Creek trail and the Goanna Track we will go to the beautiful Bobera Pool for swimming. Then along the Woranora River to Ekersley Ford (more swimming possible) and loop back onto the Goanna Track. Lovely bush tracks. This walk is suitable for all walkers as long as you are fit enough to hike up and down all day. Its a full day– please note this is both on and off track, some scrambling, slippery rocks, possible wet feet. Approx 8km. DISTANCE: MEDIUM. TRIP GRADE: EASY/MEDIUM MAPS:. TRANSPORT: $
** Note: This Trip also appears on the Walks Program of - South Coast Bushwalkers. **
Mar 10-15 2025* MURRAMARANG NP (Q)
Three full days days of shortish day walks around the coast, lakes and mountains of Murramarang NP, plus swimming and snorkelling, from a base at the NRMA Murramarang Beachfront Holiday Resort. Book your own cabin or powered/unpowered site. Relaxed trip surrounded by beautiful South Coast beaches and forests, and sparkling clear blue seas. DISTANCE: SHORT. TRIP GRADE: EASY/MEDIUM MAPS: DURRAS, KIALOA TRANSPORT: $111.
Mar 17-20 BUDAWANGS (QQ)
3 nights/4 days Budawangs Big Loop. A demanding and stunning circuit through Budawangs Mountains and Gorges. The Castle track- Monolith Valley- Mt Cole- Mt. DonJon- Angel Ck- Mt Tarn, Holland Creek. Traverse stunning Holland Gorge. Clyde River – Coyoyo Ck, Byangee Walls, through Castle Gap, The Castle and loop back to the car park. A large portion of this walk is off track. Steep scrambling ascents and descents, extended bush bashing, extended creek wading and possible swimming with packs, wet feet, party limit 4. Camping along creeks and river every night. This walk is only for very fit and experienced walkers. I am unlikely to accept walkers with whom I have not walked before. DISTANCE: MEDIUM. TRIP GRADE: HARD MAPS: BUDAWANGS SKETCH, CORANG. TRANSPORT: $100 ** Note: This Trip also appears on the Walks Program of - South Coast Bushwalkers. **
Mar 25 (Tue) ROYAL NP (Q)
Heathcote Station, Karloo Track, Kangaroo Creek, Engadine Track, Engadine Station. Swimming opportunities as we follow the blue dots along Kangaroo Creek. Party limit. Initial contact by email please. DISTANCE: MEDIUM. TRIP GRADE: MEDIUM MAPS: RNP TOURIST TRANSPORT: TRAIN
Mar 28-30 GARDENS OF STONE NP (Q)
Base camp at Baal Bone Gap with vehicles (two nights). Day walk out to McLeans Pass and on to The Pondage on the Saturday - traversing very attractive pagoda country. The road into Baal Bone Gap has been recently upgraded. Will check out the water situation at The Pondage (near Point Cameron) to prepare for a future overnight walk to that location. Suitable for Prospectives. Bring gaiters for day walk. DISTANCE: MEDIUM. TRIP GRADE: MEDIUM MAPS: BEN BULLEN. TRANSPORT: $72. ** LEADER ADVISES: The Trip is now FULL. **
Apr 3-6 ETTREMA GORGE (Q)
An exciting and demanding section of this stunning gorge full of emerald green pools – hopefully still warm enough for lots of swimming! For experienced walkers only, you must be fit and confident swimming with pack. This walk starts from Tolwong Road at Touga. Entry to the gorge via Boomerang Pass, traversing Sentry Box Canyon. Camping 2 nights at Jones Creek with plenty of time for Jones Ck exploration on Day 2. Day 3 travel north to Cinch Creek with a visit to Perryman’s Falls if we have time. Camping at Cinch Creek junction before exiting via Dungeon Canyon & Tullyangela Creek. Day 4 will be long and demanding. All off track, steep scrambling ascents and descents, some minor bush bashing, extended creek wading and swimming with packs, wet feet, party limit 4. Car shuffle required. DISTANCE: MEDIUM. TRIP GRADE: MEDIUM/HARD MAPS:. TRANSPORT: $
** Note: This Trip also appears on the Walks Program of - South Coast Bushwalkers. **
May26-Jun11 KIMBERLEY NW AUSTRALIA (Q)
Dates are approximate at this stage. Expressions of interest sought by 31 January 2025 for an exploratory trip through Prince Regent NP, in the vicinity of the Roe and Garimbu Rivers. We will need to charter a fixed wing aircraft and a helicopter. Planning on leaving a food drop where the helicopter is inserting us and then doing two week-long trips from our base. Not costed yet but anticipate costs of approximately $3-4000 from Kununurra. Party limit of 4. DISTANCE: MEDIUM. TRIP GRADE: MEDIUM/EXPLORATORY MAPS: TRANSPORT: $LOTS
Jun 1-30 2025* FAR NORTH QLD (Q)
Dates and areas not finalised yet, but we could visit Magnetic Island (off Townsville), Atherton Tableland, Daintree NP, Chillagoe Caves, Quinkan area (near Laura), Cooktown, Lakefield NP and smaller NPs along the way. Day walks from car camps / accommodation. Swimming and snorkelling where possible. I’ve made a booking for Frank and me 18-20 June for a Jarramali tagalong Tour in Quinkan Country to see the outstanding Aboriginal art explained by a Traditional Owner; please let me know asap if you’re interested. High clearance 4WDs needed for the Jarramali tour and Lakefield NP - these vehicles are available for hire in nearby Cooktown. Bookings for Lakefield NP need to be made 6 months in advance. DISTANCE: MEDIUM. TRIP GRADE: EASY/MEDIUM MAPS: CONTACT LEADER TRANSPORT: $LOTS
Jun19-Jul10 TREKKING IN MONGOLIA (Q)
Expressions of Interest are sought for two walks with Mongolia Expeditions: (a) Kharkhiraa Turgen Peaks area in NW Mongolia, 8 days walking beside lakes and rushing rivers among snow-capped peaks (b) Altai Mountains in Western Mongolia, 8 days walking at elevation of 2000-3000m with optional side trip to climb snow covered Malchin Peak 4051m above glaciers. Tour total 22 days. We carry day packs only. This trip is a repeat of the successful trips in 2019 and 2023 undertaken by Canberra Bushwalking Club members. https://www.mongolia-expeditions.com/Trek-Mongolia-trekking-tours/30/Altai+Mountain+Trek/https://www.mongolia-expeditions.com/Trek-Mongolia-trekking-tours/4/kharkhiraa-turgen-peaks-trekking-tour/EOI closes 21 Jan 2025. The route is mostly on tracks but some sections are rocky. There are some interesting creek crossings where you may get wet and cold. Experienced multi-day walkers only, ability to walk up to 25km per day, ascents/descents 800m per day, 3000m passes, good balance on scree slopes and track record of getting along well with others on extended trips. Cost includes flights within Mongolia, transfers, accommodation in hotels and tents, all meals while walking. Itinerary includes rest days and some cultural visits. Tour cost USD$3565 to USD$4860 depending on group size. DISTANCE: LONG. TRIP GRADE: MEDIUM/HARD MAPS: TRANSPORT: $LOTS