2026 WHALE TRAIL: Bouddi Nat'l Park MACMASTERS to KILLCARE! Hardy's Hidden Pub!
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Not only is this All Trails' #1 hike on the Central Coast... it's my personal favourite. Macmasters Beach to Killcare makes my shorts move. It makes my plums hum. Add Hardy's Hideaway... my favourite pub on the Central Coast? Oh man. This is the perfect Saturday for the King's Bday Long Weekend! Let's fahkin' goooooooo.
(NOTE: Both hikes this weekend start at Woy Woy Station... [SUNDAY IS WOY WOY TO PATONGA BEACH, THE BOATHOUSE] so? If you fancy a sleepover, then do it. The Central Coast is most definitely worth exploring! Hotels, AirBnb, etc... they are up there.)
THE HIKE. Macmasters Beach to Killcare Beach & Hardy's Hideaway (13.5kms).
It's my favourite hike in Sydney... it's 13.5kms of an absolute stunner of rolling hills, coastal views, secluded / beautiful beaches... Macmasters Beach. Maitland Bay. Bullimah Beach. Marang Lookout. Killcare Beach. And more... Bouddi National Park is fucking beautiful.
And you won't find a more unique bar in Hardy's Hideaway to finish it off. I LOVE this place, and the friendly locals inside (who saved the bar with their own hard earned cash post-COVID) love hosting us hikers. It's such a special joint, and the only way you're going to see it is if you're hiking in the area. It's a hidden gem - it's a "MJ how int he world did you find this joint" kinda place.
THE LOGISTICS.
This one is a little tricky, but it's worth it. We meet at Woy Woy Station. If we get enough drivers, that would be grand. If we don't please be prepared for a $10-$12 per trip taxi at the start / finish of the hike. I'll plan it all in the whatsapp group.
Central Station to Woy Woy flies... there aren't many stops, and you'll see us all when you get off the train. Again - it's in the whatsapp chat.
Can't wait for this one. Such a memorable hike!
See you there! MJ
| THE 2026 WHALE TRAIL | KMs |
| La Perouse Headland | 11.0 |
| Figure 8 Pool | 14.0 |
| Wattamolla, Eagle Rock | 14.0 |
| Bundeena to Wedding Cake Rock | 17.0 |
| North Head Manly | 12.6 |
| Malabar to Coogee | 11.2 |
| Coogee Watson's Bay | 16.6 |
| Long Reef to Newport | 15.2 |
| Cronulla to Kurnell | 14.9 |
| Dee Why to Manly | 10.9 |
| Macmaster's to Killcare | 13.5 |
| Patonga to Pearl Beach, Palm Beach | 14.0 |
| 12 HIKES THAT TOTAL | 165KMs |
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THE DETAILS.
WHATSAPP. You’re not 100% confirmed until you’re in the whatsapp group. Join it 'cause we love it, and we use it! Click on the link (above) – if not, sadly you’ll be removed from the event on MeetUP.
Cancels / No shows. Treat your RSVP like a restaurant reservation. No show / cancel on the day? That restaurant is my hiking group – you won’t be welcomed in the future. Respect and manners matter as I put my credit card down for your reservation. Double booked with another group? Come on… be kind.
Gratuity. $10 PayID or Cash.
Safety. Let’s chat, let’s have some laughs… but let’s be safe.
Fitness. Yup. Fitness matters for all of our hikes – especially if we are going into National Park.
Guests. Bring mates, dates, co-workers.
Good energy, smiles, and laughs… Bring ‘em all! You’re joining the most fun hiking group in Sydney.
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.
g) Over 60yrs old, and new to the group? Send me a note first please.