March - June 2025
Saturday, 28 June Mt Mouin, Megalong Valley Leader: Jocelyn H, approx. 15km. Walk out from Dunphys Campground via beautiful trail to Medlow Gap and then to find our way up to the 750m summit of Mt Mouin, the highest peak in the Wild Dog Mountains. Great remote area, spectacular views!
Saturday, 12 July Porters Pass, Centennial Glen, Blackheath Leader: Jocelyn M, 6km, approx. 4 hours. A lovely loop walk around one of the area’s oldest tracks. The sometimes eroded track wanders through forested passes and under and over sections of escarpment. Short & steep ascents/descents with stairs. Views into Kanimbla Valley, a grotto, rock features, waterfalls. Socialised & friendly dogs on leads welcome.
Saturday, 19 July Martins Lookout to Lost World, Springwood Leader: Jocelyn M, approx. 9km, 465m ascent/descent. This walk takes in the lovely area south of Springwood. We descend down from Martins Lookout to Glenbrook Creek and ascend up to Bunyan Lookout and then walk around to the Lost World Lookout. Fantastic views and lovely creek.
Sunday, 27 July South Lawson waterfall loop Leader: Jem E-M, approx. 4km. This lovely loop walk takes in 5 waterfalls, all set in a lovely ferny forested area. There will possibly be some minor muddy section and occasional short sets of stairs. A popular walk in the mid mountains.
Saturday, 9 August Goochs Crater via Dargan’s Arch, Newnes Plateau Leader: Jocelyn H, Approx 13km, 550m ascent. An adventurous walk in this remote area. Goochs Crater is a spectacular natural depression surrounded by pagodas, includes a small canyon. Dargan’s Arch is a gorgeous natural feature. Includes some off track walking. A stunning area and most spectacular walk! Re-scheduled from last calendar - we didn’t do Dargan’s Arch and off track section due to summer heat.
Sunday, 10 August Macro Lems photography walk Leader: Juls Easy photography walk. Blue Mtns location TBA.
Saturday, 16 August Giant Staircase, Jamison Valley to Kedumba Pass Leader: Jocelyn H, 21km, approx. 7 hours, 800m ascent/descent. Great walk from the Giant Staircase near the Three Sisters, down to Leura Forest, then onto the Sublime Point Firetrail which wends its way through the Jamison Valley and up Kedumba Pass to the end of Tableland Road, Wentworth Falls. Beautiful valley with lots of challenging hills! If Giant Stairs are still closed, we will access the valley via Furber Stairs instead.
Saturday, 23 August Circular Quay to Balls Head Reserve (via the Coa Loader), Waverton Leader: Britta E/M, approx 6km one way. A gorgeous scenic walk with stunning harbour views with historical Aboriginal archaeological sites and rock engravings, as well as a naval base! The coal loader was in operation from the early 1920’s until it was decommissioned in 1992. It is now a centre for sustainability with a well cared for community garden, and a hen house set up by the North Sydney Council. The tunnels underneath the site are still standing and can be explored at your leisure….well worth a walk on the northside!
Saturday, 30 August Mt Tomah Botanic Gardens (Bells Line of Rd, Mt Tomah) Leader: Jocelyn A day of exploring the 28 acres of beautiful gardens on many of the varied tracks. Ornamental and rock gardens, woodlands (including Coast Redwoods, Giant Sequoias and of course the Wollemi Pine). Free entry, byo lunch. https://www.botanicgardens.org.au/blue-mountains-botanic-garden-mount-tomah
Saturday, 6 September Introduction to Orienteering, Centennial Park Leaders: Rachael/Ange Join the Bush Lemons in beautiful and historic Centennial Park for a fun introduction to orienteering. During the day you’ll be introduced to an orienteering map and compass and shown how to use the two to help you navigate around on one or two of the permanent courses. You will use an app on your phone to register control points visited as you navigate around each course. More about the app (and how to download before the day) when you register. A fun learning experience! No previous experience required. Suitable for beginners, experienced orienteers and well-socialised dogs.
Saturday, 13 September Mt Kuring Gai to Berowra, Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park, Sydney Leader: Annette M, 9.5km. This walk includes three valleys, some lovely sandstone overhangs as well as Lyrebird Gully and Naa Bau Lookout. Train stations at each end of walk.
Saturday, 20 September Victoria Falls to Pierces Pass, Grose Valley Leader: Jocelyn H, 9km, 854m ascent/descent. This is one of the loveliest walks through the Grose Valley. You get the waterfalls on the way in and out as well as the track following the Grose River through the valley. The ascent is mostly up stairs but the views are incredibly rewarding.
Saturday, 27 September Bike ride to Point Pilcher & return, Medlow Bath Leader: Olga This is a rare gem of a ride in Medlow Bath on tar and dirt that inevitably ends at….yes, you guessed it…another spectacular mountain view! There will be different start points to allow for different distances (short from Medlow Bath 14km/long from Blackheath 20kmish). This ride will suit beginners due to its easy gradient and smooth ride surfaces.
Sunday, 28 September Govetts Leap to Evans Lookout via clifftop track & return, Blackheath Leader: Jem 6.4km, E-M. This clifftop track is between these two iconic lookouts with inspiring views into the Grose Valley, as well as waterfalls. Some stair sections, but mostly easy walking. A spectacular walk!
Friday, 3 – Mon, 6 October (Oct long weekend) Camping weekend at YASS Long weekend camping & accommodation on Land for Wildlife private property in the Yass Valley (approx 3 hrs from Sydney). Bushwalking, birdwatching, horses, mountain biking, plus evening visit to the very special Mulligans Flat in Canberra (bettongs, sugar gliders, owlet nightjars etc). Also an opportunity to do some tree planting or weed management on adjacent property which is being regenerated.
Saturday, 11 October Six Foot Track in one day! Leader: Jocelyn VH, 36km. As Jenolan Caves is still closed, the walk will start from Binda Binda Cabins near the caves. We will walk the length of the Six Foot Track to finish at the Explorers Tree, Katoomba, all in one day. You will need to be fit and slightly foolish to do this. There will be an early start and volunteers to drive us to the start will be most welcome! You have time to get fit for this!! This is an annual challenge walk for the Lemons.
Saturday, 18 October Six Foot Track from Megalong Rd to Coxs River Leader: Jocelyn M, 12km, 700m ascent. A lovely walk down part of the Six Foot Track to the Coxs River, initially through rural area and then via track. We can choose to cross the newly re-opened Bowtells Swing Bridge or not. Lunch on the river. Beautiful swimming area. Possible stop off at Megalong Tea Rooms afterwards!
Sunday, 19 October Macro Lems photography walk Leader: Juls Easy photography walk. Blue Mtns location TBA.
Sunday, 26 October Putty Beach to Maitland Bay (Bouddi National Pk) Central Coast Leader: Jem 9km one way, M. This is known as one of the Central Coast’s most beautiful walks. Beaches, boardwalks, birdlife, swimming opportunities! Mostly flat walking.
ADVANCE NOTICE!
Saturday, 28 Feb – Mardi Gras Parade (with our 30 year parade entry)
Easter 2026 (3-6 April) – our 30 year anniversary celebration at Wollemi Common, Colo
Guide to Grades | |
E | Easy – on tracks, relatively flat, suits beginners – under 5km |
E-M | Easy-medium – slightly rougher walking, will include moderate climbs and descents, reasonable fitness level – under 12km |
M | Medium – rougher walking, agility & good fitness required, steep climbs & descents – under 15km |
H | Hard–Narrow or eroded tracks or bushbashing, steep & long climbs/descents, good fitness & stamina levels required, some scrambling or rock hopping – under 22km |
VH | Very Hard – strenuous walking, difficult terrain, some exploratory, steep & long climbs and descents, fit and experienced walkers only – 22km + |
*You will need to have walked with us before attending any walk graded H OR VH
