The Great North Walk 5 - Cowan to Taffy's Rock and Brooklyn ~20KM

Join us for the fifth part of our incredible adventure along the Great North Walk! This 20 km hike is among the most challenging sections of the GNW, which spans 260 kilometres of stunning trails connecting Sydney and Newcastle. Read the full description before RSVPing.

• Difficulty: Very Hard, and intended for experienced hikers. Multiple elevations (total around 700m) through stunning bushland and some scrambling. Estimated Pace: 4kmph.
• Start: Cowan Station (8:45 AM), meet at the platform. Finish at Brooklyn (Hawksbury River Station) by 4 PM (target time).
• Route: This challenging trail takes us to Jerusalem Bay Track, and we'll do a side trip return of almost 6 KM to Taffy's rock, before coming back to the Great North Walk and taking firetrails to Brooklyn! You can find some of the details here, though this complete trail is not marked on AllTrails or other maps, and it's a rugged, full-day adventure.
• Gratuity: A $5 contribution is appreciated to help cover our Meetup subscription and group running costs. Carry Cash or ask for PayID.

Important - Please Read:

• What to Bring: Wear proper hiking shoes, bring ample hydration (2.5+ litres - no refill available), snacks/lunch (no cafe on the way), sunscreen, hat, and weather protection. It is recommended to carry basic first-aid and insect-repellent spray.
• RSVP responsibly – Treat it as a commitment; update or cancel 12–24 hrs before.
• Arrive early – All route/gear info is in the description; hosts can’t field messages during the event.
• Stay together – It's a volunteer-led community walk; keep the host in sight and let them know if you leave.
• Safety first – Your safety is your own responsibility! You agree to follow host instructions, public-health orders and OZ Outdoors guidelines: https://www.meetup.com/ozoutdoors
• Get involved – You're welcome to send the host feedback or let us know if you’d like to lead such walks.

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