Winter Activities Program01-Jun-2026 to 31-Aug-2026

Sat - 29-Aug-2026
4 - Rogaine
Australasian Rogaining Championships 2026
Join us for the 2026 Australasian Rogaining Championships, which is also the 46th edition of the Australian Rogaining Championships. This event is open to everyone, you don’t need to be an elite rogainer! NOTE: This event is held at Ironpot, in SE Queensland The course will be set to provide serious competitors with navigational challenges and tough route choices, while novices will have plenty of options close to home. As always in rogaining, you can be as competitive or as casual as you like. You decide whether to stay out all night or return to the Hash for a hearty feed and a snooze by the most awesome campfire. Novices are always welcome! This event will take place over 24 hours with teams of two to five people. Entry includes high quality map, unpowered free camping Fri and Sat nights, meals Sat dinner, Sunday Breakfast and Sunday lunch. Entries Entries will open in March 2026. Contact me to form a group, or go to https://qldrogaine.asn.au/event-calendar/2026-arc/?backurl and use their 'team finder'
Map: Not Specified
Thu - 27-Aug-2026
5 - Pack Walk
Pinchgut Creek-Tambo Creek Loop
This 5-day Colo Wilderness pack walk starts and finishes at the end of Grassy Hill Trail. Once down at the Colo, walk downstream and enter Tambo Creek. Walk upstream till about GR 682 150. Ascend northwards, enter Pinchgut Creek and follow it downstream to the Colo. I anticipate a number of side trips. Detailed plans for each day to be advised. No water needs to be carried, but there will be a different camp site every day. About 30 km. Exploratory. Scrambling and exposure.
Map: Colo Heights
Sat - 22-Aug-2026
4 - Day Walk
Centenial Glen Blackheath
Explore this old track to visit beautiful Centenial Glen with sweeping views of the Valley below
Map: Katoomba
Sat - 15-Aug-2026
4 - Day Walk
The Arch in Arch Canyon
The Arch in Arch Canyon is a 30m high and uniquely positioned parallel to Arch Creek. Its 15m wide, the almost level top is 1.5m wide and 2.5m thick. We park cars at the end of Waratah Ridge Road, then follow the old road east to spot height 996, then south east to spot height 972, before descending the spur and crossing at the start of Arch Canyon. Once on the other side its less than 100m from the Arch. It involves exposure and rock scrambling, distance of around 14km, ascent of around 300m, mostly on track.
Map: Wollangambe
Fri - 14-Aug-2026
3 - Day Walk
Glow Worm Tunnel - Return Via the Old Coach Road and Pagoda Track. (If time may visit Wolgan View / The Dry Canyon
Explore the recently revamped Glow Worm Tunnel walk, Return Via the Old Coach Road and Pagoda Track. (Approx 9km circuit) If time permits visit Wolgan View / The Dry Canyon walk through dry canyon with great views over the Wolgan Valley (Approx 3km)
Map: Lithgow
Sat - 08-Aug-2026
3 - Canyon
Tiger Snake Canyon
Tiger Snake Canyon is a narrow twisting tributary of Deans Creek. It features two constrictions separated by a section of creek. The lower section is deep, dark and spectacular. It involves exposure and rock scrambling, abseils up to 29m, distance of around 9km, ascent of around 230m, mainly on track. The usual abseiling gear is needed.
Map: Ben Bullen
Sun - 02-Aug-2026
5 - Day Walk
Silkpod Gorge and Silkpod Point
Find out why this spectacular area must be better protected for future generations. Park the cars on Sunnyside Ridge Road and Fire Trail No. 4 intersection. Walk to GR 404 078. Head south a spur and explore the gorges, spurs and pagodas moving east before reconnecting with the cars. Scrambling and exposure
Map: Cullen Bullen
Sat - 25-Jul-2026
4 - Day Walk
North Wenthworth Falls to Bullaburra, returning via Bruce's Walk & visiting off track "Big Blue" a magnificent towering old Blue Gum
This is a great day's walk exploring some wonderful landscapes & Glens, plus a visit to experience a truly magnificent tree.
Map: Katoomba
Sat - 25-Jul-2026
4 - Rogaine
Rogaine the Watagans
Waiting on further information, these are the NSW Championships with 8 hour and 24 hour options. Please contact me if you're interested in forming a team with people of similar motivation. Feel free to keep an eye on https://nswrogaining.org/coming-events/ for up to the minute information
Map: Not Specified
Fri - 24-Jul-2026
4 - Day Walk
Mt Wilson to Water Trough Hill - Old Walking Route to Bell, used by Gregson Family - (Off Track Walk
Mt Wilson to Water Trough Hill - Bells Line of Road - Off track walk, in search of Gregson's direct route to Bell, linking Mt Wilson with Mt Wilson Station (Bell) Crosses DuFaur Creek, rest of route is on ridges. About 8km
Map: Mt Wilson
Sat - 18-Jul-2026
5 - Day Walk
Hair of the Dog Ravine and part of Cerberus Creek
Park cars at the end of Waratah Ridge Road. Walk down a ridge till GR 4926 0393 where we make our way down the Hair of the Dog Ravine. After exiting heading westerly till around GR 4817 0441, where we go up Cerberus Creek to around GR 4768 0411 exiting up a slot back to the cars. It involves exposure and rock scrambling, distance of around 9km, ascent of around 450m, mostly off-track walking. May get feet wet.
Map: Wollangambe
Sat - 11-Jul-2026
4 - Day Walk
A slot on Budgary Creek
Park at Natural Bridge (the River Caves car park), walk along the Mt Cameron Fire Trail, and explore a slot that crosses Budgary Creek. Return the same way. Exploratory for the leader. Probably a short day (but no guarantees!). Partly off-track with possible scrubby sections and rock scrambling.
Map: Rock Hill
Sat - 11-Jul-2026
3 - Day Walk
Explore & walk the original Empire Pass North Lawson
This is an excellent walk exploring two old forgotten sections of the Pass in North Lawson, visiting waterfalls, beatiful landscapes plus the original Echo Point which has some great echoes (3 infact) from the lookout. A great day out for club members.
Map: Katoomba
Sat - 11-Jul-2026
4 - Canyon
Honeycomb Canyon
Honeycomb Canyon is past the Glow Worm Tunnel. It has 6 abseils, one being a magnificent 60m abseil with breathtaking views towards Donkey Mountain and over the Wolgan Valley. The exit route takes you along the tourist trail and through the Glow Worm Tunnel, where there are plenty of glowworms inside. It involves exposure and rock scrambling, distance of around 5km, ascent of around 200m, on track and off track. All the usual abseiling gear is needed.
Map: Ben Bullen
Sun - 05-Jul-2026
4 - Abseiling
Ropes Practice - Rescue - grades 4 & 5
Practicing techniques how to avoid or minimize the chance of problems occurring on an abseil. And also rescuing an abseiler (who is stuck and unable to descend or self rescue) using releasable rigging, backup rope or pick-off techniques. It is a full day and will run from 8:30am to 4pm. Distance 1km. Ascent 140m, descent 140m. Offtrack and rock scrambling. SUBMIT YOUR EXPRESSION OF INTEREST BY CLICKING THE PHOTOS LINK BELOW (when logged in) AND THERE YOU WILL FIND A FORM TO FILL OUT.
Map: Not Specified
Sat - 04-Jul-2026
4 - Day Walk
Holts Heaven Girdwood Ridge
The Clarence Fire Trail is in such good condition now, Good opportunity to take advantage before it degrades again. This is an area of superb pagodas.
Map: Mt Wilson
Tue - 30-Jun-2026
4 - Day Walk
Glenbrook creek, Sharks Head and Lost World
Yondell Ave fire trail side track, Glenbrook creek, Sharks Head, Lost World, Bunyan Pass, Glenbrook Creek, Martins Lookout. This is a popular lower mountains walk offering some great views and interesting terrain. Approx 8 kilometers with 25% off track and some easy scrambles.
Map: Springwood
Sun - 28-Jun-2026
3 - Day Walk
Acoustic Chamber, Sunnyside Canyon
A short day walk to a interesting feature off Sunnyside Ridge Track in the Newnes Forest. This is a non-technical canyon (ie no abseils) but you may get your feet wet. If time permits also may do a short walk down an interesting peninsula overlooking Wolgan Falls
Map: Cullen Bullen
Sun - 28-Jun-2026
3 - Abseiling
Ropes Practice - Grades 2, 3, 4 & 5
Practice canyoning skills such as: abseiling, ascending using prusiks and mechanical ascenders, rigging, belaying, managing anchors, team work and communication. It is a full day and will run from 8:30am to 4pm. Distance 1km. Ascent 140m, descent 140m. Offtrack and rock scrambling. SUBMIT YOUR EXPRESSION OF INTEREST BY CLICKING THE PHOTOS LINK BELOW (when logged in) AND THERE YOU WILL FIND A FORM TO FILL OUT.
Map: Not Specified
Sat - 27-Jun-2026
4 - Day Walk
North of Mountain Lagoon Road
We will visit some interesting sites in the area between Mountain Lagoon Road and Tootie Creek, in the Southern Wollemi. Mostly off track through relatively open country with one 100 metre ascent and one or two smaller ones. Not a long walk, less than 6 kilometers.
Map: Mountain Lagoon
Fri - 26-Jun-2026
3 - Day Walk
Glenbrook gorge loop morning walk
Glenbrook gorge walk loop
Map: Penrith
Sat - 20-Jun-2026
4 - Day Walk
Beecroft Pagodas
Visiting again these pagodas just off the Beecroft Fire Trail
Map: Mt Wilson
Sat - 20-Jun-2026
5 - Day Walk
Mount Norris to Derailment Hill
Park cars at Seep Pass South, GR 4937 0697. Descend into Deep Pass, climb up Mount Norris at GR 4961 0730 and continue to its southern end. Descend to the south west, walk around the cliffs of Mount Norris and ascend a 'finger' ridge full of amazing pagodas. Head south towards Derailment Hill and explore this incredible area of pagodas and slots. Descend towards Dingo Creek and climb up a narrow slot at GR 4938 0541 to a ridge and back to the cars. It involves exposure and rock scrambling, distance of around 9km, ascent of around 650m, mostly off-track walking.
Map: Rock Hill
Sat - 20-Jun-2026
4 - Abseiling
Ropes Practice - Rigging
Practice rigging, static single and twin ropes, blocks, releasable, anchor management, rope management, teamwork, communication. It is a full day and will run from 8:30am to 4pm. Distance 1km. Ascent 140m, descent 140m. Offtrack and rock scrambling. SUBMIT YOUR EXPRESSION OF INTEREST BY CLICKING THE PHOTOS LINK BELOW (when logged in) AND THERE YOU WILL FIND A FORM TO FILL OUT.
Map: Not Specified
Thu - 18-Jun-2026
3 - Day Walk
Asgard and surrounds
A walk to visit some points of interest in the country around Asgard Swamp, including the old mine, Asgard Head and Thor Head. We will then make our way to Girraween Cave and Ikara Ridge. Lots of views and some history. Mostly on track with a bit of off track in open country. Aprox 10 kilometers in total.
Map: Mt Wilson
Sun - 14-Jun-2026
4 - Rogaine
Paddy Pallin 6 hour rogaine
All other information is still to be released, including location. Feel free to stay updated via https://nswrogaining.org/coming-events/ If you're interested in finding a team of like-minded rogainers, please email me
Map: Not Specified
Sun - 14-Jun-2026
5 - Abseiling
Ropes Practice - Rescue for grades 4 and 5
Practicing techniques how to avoid or minimize the chance of problems occurring on an abseil. And also rescuing an abseiler (who is stuck and unable to descend or self rescue) using releasable rigging, backup rope or pick-off techniques. It is a full day and will run from 8:30am to 4pm. Distance 1km. Ascent 140m, descent 140m. Offtrack and rock scrambling. SUBMIT YOUR EXPRESSION OF INTEREST BY CLICKING THE PHOTOS LINK BELOW (when logged in) AND THERE YOU WILL FIND A FORM TO FILL OUT.
Map: Not Specified
Sat - 13-Jun-2026
4 - Day Walk
Battleship Tops
Kings Tableland Road near the end, Battleship Tops is a significant rocky formation. We will walk along the tops to the edge overlooking the valley. Not a long walk but takes us to an area that we do not often visit .Also an opportunity to visit McMahons Lookout.
Map: Jamison
Sat - 13-Jun-2026
3 - Canyon
Size 8 Canyon with Size 6 Exit
Size 8 Canyon is a narrow dry canyon past the Glow Worm Tunnel with 1 abseil up to 20m. Named Size 8 by Yuri because of its narrow constriction. Size 6 Exit, named on a previous trip involves a climb up through a tight constriction, then a crawl up a sandy slope in a confined area. It involves exposure and rock scrambling, distance of around 6km, ascent of around 140m, on track and off track. Must have a VT Prusik and be proficient in using it. All the usual abseiling gear is needed.
Map: Ben Bullen
Fri - 12-Jun-2026
3 - Day Walk
Bruces Walk - Western section plus Point Pilcher & part of Grand Canyon
Bruces Walk - Western section of including Start of Grand Canyon and the Point Pilcher Track - Strating Evans Lookout Road in Blackheath and finishing in Wentworth Falls. About 12 to 15km some ups and downs all on track or foot pad, but some creek crossings that may involve wet feet - follows historic route from 1930's.
Map: Katoomba
Fri - 12-Jun-2026
5 - Day Walk
Wollemi National Park: Cliffs East of T3 Trail
Park at GR 815 007 on T3 Trail and walk east and then south east to spot height 513 m. Investigate a few cliff lines to the north east, then traverse from around GR 826 004 all the way to GR 816 012 (this includes the scenic Orange Cliffs). Climb back to T3 Trail and the cars. About 7 km. Scrambling and exposure. Mostly exploratory. 
Map: Mountain Lagoon
Mon - 08-Jun-2026
4 - Day Walk
Leslie Falls and five other Falls
This is a loop walk that includes seeing six named waterfalls. Most of this scenic walk is on easily defined tracks except for the off-track scramble to Leslie Falls. Early finish to avoid the Public Holiday traffic.
Map: Katoomba
Sun - 07-Jun-2026
4 - Day Walk
From Heaven To Hell And Back
Ben Bullen State Forest, now part of the Gardens of Stone SCA, encapsulates, in a relatively small area, everything that is exciting and interesting about bushwalking – incredible rock sculptures, tall pagodas, narrow slot canyons, magnificent caves, verdant forests and more. Find out why this area must be better protected for future generations. This walk includes a visit to the stunning Hall of Elrond. Scrambling and exposure.
Map: Cullen Bullen
Sun - 07-Jun-2026
3 - Day Walk
Porters Pass-Centenial Glen Circuit
Blackheath station-Centennial Glen-Walls Ledge Circuit. Great views, waterfalls, grotto, rainforest, cliff-lines, ledges. Explore interesting rock formations, points of interest.
Map: Katoomba
Sat - 06-Jun-2026
5 - Pack Walk
June long weekend Budawangs pack hike to The Castle and Monolith Valley
This is a classic three day pack walk in the Buddawang NP from Long Gully up to The Castle, camp at Cooyoyo Creek, then loop out through Monolith Valley to camp in a cave on the back side of Mt Cole, then out to Mt Owen and back down to Long Gully. There is some exposure on the walk up to The Castle.
Map: Not Specified
Sat - 06-Jun-2026
3 - Canyon
Zorro Canyon
Zorro Canyon is a nice short dry canyon on the western side of the Newnes Plateau, overlooking the Wolgan Valley, with 1–3 abseils, the longest being around 25m. Total distance is about 14km, including around 8km on fire trails, with approximately 380m of elevation gain overall. The day should take between 6–8 hours.
Map: Cullen Bullen
Mon - 01-Jun-2026
4 - Day Walk
Springwood area
Pad - Magdala Creek - Glenbrook Creek – clamber up to Shark's Head Cave - Glenbrook Creek - Martins LO – road
Map: Springwood

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