Puckey's Estate Nature Reserve

Puckey’s Estate Nature Reserve

If you haven't already explored Puckey's Estate Nature Reserve this might just change your mind; a walk that get's you out in nature and with endemic species of flora and fauna in abundance, it's definitely worth an explore in our eyes!
Bong Bong Pass summit, Dapto, Wollongong NSW Australia Bushwalk

Bong Bong Pass

Bong Bong Pass is a well worn trail. A well worn steep trail! Not for the fainthearted this trail takes you to the summit.
Mt Keira nature Wollongong, New South Wales

Local Lush Lockdown nature walks

Lockdown starting to wear thin? Sick of the walk around the block or the crowds down the beach? Homeschooling already bringing you down? Walking in nature is a wonderful way to rejuvenate and restore your body and your mind. A total refresh to give you the stamina to take on whatever lockdown life is throwing your way. Let's take a look at some local nature walks in our beautiful bushland and where they fit into your 10km radius, so you are not in breach of any health orders.
Nellie's Glen, Budderoo National Park NSW Australia Bushwalk nature meditation

5 Best local bushwalks for the holidays

When holidays finally arrive it's a wonderful opportunity to get the kids (and adults!) off the screens and take some time to explore nature. Walking in nature allows you to connect with nature, but also with your walking partners.
National Falls, Waterfall

National Falls

Waterfalls continue to mesmerise the generations. When you can easily reach them and take in all the glory, sometimes it can be even more special for when you need a quick little 'waterfall hit'. Take a tiny adventure to waterfalls that pack a big punch, don't let the distance from the carpark deter you from these beauties.
Cabbage Tree Palm forests on the North face of Mt Keira Ring Trail

Mount Keira Ring Trail

For generations the Mount Keira Ring Track has been the 'stomping ground' for many Scouts, picnickers and bushwalkers... but it's the history beyond, that makes this beautiful natural place so significant and special in the hearts of many Wollongong locals. This is a detailed guide, featuring all the local tricks of the in's and out's of the trail so you can make your way around the ring and maybe even take a few little side trails...
Illawarra Rhododendron Gardens

Illawarra Rhododendron Gardens

{Illawarra Rhododendron Gardens} Not always does our physical mobility give us the luxury of escaping deep into the bush of the escarpment, thankfully Wollongong shares a beautiful garden that fuses native bushland with a majestic botanically rich garden. The Illawarra Rhododendron Garden enjoys a luscious location where the rainforest from the Northern Mt Keira, gracefully merges with blooms, ponds, nested gazebos and interesting indigenous species.
Drawing Room Rocks, Berry NSW Australia on a Bushwalk the 'Gong group bushwalk

Drawing Room Rocks

Hidden in the hinterland behind the beautiful country town of nearby Berry, few people realise there is a local treasure hiding exquisite forests, timeless geological features and depending on the mood of Mother Nature, a vista of the coastline that is truly magnificent.
Mt Kembla Ring Trail Bushwalk the 'Gong

Mt Kembla Ring Track

{Mt Kembla Ring Track} A varied and interesting walk that takes in meandering rainforest trails, tall woodlands, open trails and a sad journey back in time through Wollongong's mining history.
Top 3 Nature Meditation Walks in the ‘Gong

Top 3 Nature Meditation Walks in the ‘Gong

Having travelled to Japan it is evident the benefits of absorbing the stillness of nature and meditation together. The Japanese relish being outdoors and especially nurture their connection to nature as part…
Mt Keira nature Wollongong, New South Wales

Upper Byarong Creek

A magical oasis of luscious green rocks, trickling streams and a dark mossy canopy of trees blanketed by maidenhair ferns and tiny mushrooms underfoot. This trail is sensitive. As there…
Mt Kembla Ridge Trail, Wollongong NSW Australia bushwalk

Mt Kembla Ridge Trail

Adding to the suite of walks in the Mt Kembla region, the Mt Kembla Ridge Trail takes the prize for stamina, steepness and fitness. The track is on a service trail which allows for wide paths and steep inclines and declines, making this one of the best fitness walks around.