Wondabyne to Woy Woy via Pindar Cave and Kariong Brook Falls! 23KM Hard

Wondabyne to Woy Woy via Pindar Cave and Kariong Brook Falls! 23KM Hard

We catch the Central Coast Train departing Central Station at 7:48AM, arriving Wondabyne Station 8:57AM.

MEMBERS MUST TRAVEL IN THE REAR-MOST TRAIN CARRIAGE, IN THE DIRECTION OF TRAVEL. AS THE TRAIN STANDS AT PLATFORM 8, CENTRAL STATION, THIS IS THE FIRST CARRIAGE THAT YOU WILL SEE, IMMEDIATELY AFTER THE TICKET BARRIER.

WONDABYNE IS A REMOTE TRAIN STATION AND ACCESSIBLE ONLY FROM THE REAR-MOST TRAIN CARRIAGE.

From Wondabyne Station we climb up to the local ridge and make our way to Pindar Cave and check out this amazing location. We then head to Kariong Brook Falls and Tommos Campsite where, 12.5KM in, we stop for lunch. These scenic bush locations deep within Brisbane Waters National Park, are not to be missed!

After lunch it is an 11KM walk via Mount Wondabyne itself, through to Woy Woy Train Station and the Bayview Hotel for a refreshment, if desired. Only the final 3KM of this walk is urban.

Distance: 23 kms

Type of Walk: This National Park adventure is not to be missed. We commence at the only train station in NSW which has no road access; it is this remote!

Difficulty: Hard, because of the distance. There are some moderate climbs, which we will manage at a reasonable pace to enjoy the environment.

Walking Pace: We will average 4.5 km per hour. A bit slower on the climbs and a bit faster on the flat parts.

Meeting Place and Transport: Meet at Central Train Station as set out above. CHECK THE DEPARTURE BOARD ON THE DAY, IN CASE OF DEPARTURE PLATFORM CHANGE.

If joining the train from another station, remember to ride in the rear-most carriage in the direction of travel. PLEASE PLAN TO BE EARLY RATHER THAN 'JUST ON TIME' FOR THE START.

Transport out is by train from Woy Woy Train Station.

What to bring: Good walking shoes/trail runners; 2-3 liters of water, no refills at both breaks; hydrolytes; one snack and lunch; light rain jacket depending on conditions; sunscreen and a cap or hat with a wide brim. MEMBERS MUST BRING ALL FOOD AND WATER; THIS IS A WILDERNESS WALK!

Suggested Donation: $10

Pub: Bayview Hotel

Suggested Donation: $10

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Questions? Please leave a comment below. I look forward to seeing you on this walk. I will post my mobile number closer to the day.

Ted :)