KARLOO POOL, ULOOLA FALLS, Royal National Park 12kms Hike then Pub!

Uloola Falls is gorgeous. Indeed. But just you wait 'til you see Karloo Pool. WOW. As pretty as Figure 8 Pool? I'd say so. Every hike within THE ROYAL NATIONAL PARK (the 2nd oldest National Park in the world) is a winner. Another bonus - gotta love a train station to train station event. You'll be loving the waterfalls, greenery, and natural pools mixed in between this 12kms session.

WATERFALL STATION to ULOOLA FALLS, 6kms
“A perfect day trip from Sydney, Uloola walking track is a long but picturesque walk through the waterfalls, wildflowers and sandstone formations of Royal National Park. You won’t believe this long walk is only an hour from the centre of Sydney. Uloola walking track meanders through the picturesque highlands of Royal National Park, and you’ll soon forget you’re so close to civilisation.”

ULOOLA FALLS / KARLOO POOL to HEATHCOATE STATION, 6kms
We’ll stop for a snack at the waterfall / swim at Karloo Pool – some call it the best secret swimming hole in all of Sydney. I'd agree - the approach is like something out of a movie. 30min here for the swimmers seems reasonable. From here it’s a 6kms bush hike with challenging ascent through the lovely RNPark to Heathcoate Station.

12kms in total – 3 to 4hrs to hike it. Pub after? Yeah let’s do it (optional of course). The Arbour Heathcoate is right by the station… let’s roll in with tired legs and thirst to “cheers” to our adventure. This joint has normal priced schnitzel bigger than a bus wheel - you can share it and still fatten up!

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THE DETAILS.
a) We'll meet at Waterfall Station (from Central Station 912am train arrives 10:08am). The hike starts there at 1015am. Driving? Park for free at Heathcoate Station and jump on the same train as us - departs Heathcoate at 1003am, then we hike to your car.
b) The cost. The hike is $10. PayID or Cash.
c) Don’t be late. Honour Your RSVP. Morning of cancels / no shows… well, not on at all. It's anti-social. You’ll be nudged out of the group.
d) Fitness. Fitness matters. There will be ups. Downs. Trail. Rocks. Proper hiking.
e) Feel free to bring mates, dates, ex's, etc...
f) Remember, this is the 2nd oldest National Park in the world – pack your backpack with thought and care. Water. Snacks. Extra socks. Band Aids. Towel, etc…
g) BYO everything. Waterfall Station only has a vending machine (no shops close). Further, try to use toilets on the train, eh? Last time one bathroom was open at Waterfall Station, and it delayed us 20minutes!

Looooove this hike! See you soon. MJ

In pressing the “Attend” button for this hike, you acknowledge that:
a) You are healthy and fit to complete the hike describe;
b) You have read and will follow NSW National Parks Bushwalking Safety Guidelines for this hike;
c) You have no chronic / underlying health issues that deter you from completing this hike;
d) You understand your host is just that – your host, not a professional hiker – and that you and you alone are responsible for your hiking health, safety, and wellness;
e) You’ve been advised to download the “Emergency Plus App” and
f) You’ve been advised to obtain individual hiking insurance from 1Cover.