Epic Bushwalking: St Ives Chase to Mount Colah 15km Medium/Hard

Epic Bushwalking: St Ives Chase to Mount Colah 15km Medium/Hard

Our starting point is Gordon Train Station from where we take the 195 Bus departing Stand A at 10:10am to the track head in St Ives Chase. Form here it is a 7KM hike along spectacular Cowan Creek, and pristine bush to Bobbin Head for clean bathrooms, a Cafe and our lunch stop.

MEMBERS CAN PURCHASE FOOD AND COLD DRINKS AT OUT LUNCH STOP OR ENJOY YOU PACKED LUNCH.

After lunch, we have 8KM to go starting with a climb out to Mount Ku-Ring-Gai Chase Road, then a relatively flat walk through the bush to Mount Colah Train Station.

Distance: 15KM

Type of Walk: Classic Sydney bushwalk with a few challenges, but we will maintain an even pace throughout the day and make occasional stops to admire the environment.

Difficulty: Medium/Hard. No get out points.

Walking Pace: We will average 4KM hour.

Meeting Place and Transport: Meet at Gordon Train Station, Bus Stand A by no later than 10:00AM in time to catch the 195 Service departing 10:10AM. Transport back is by trains from Mount Colah.

What to bring: Trail runners.trainers; 1.5-2 litres of water (refill at lunch); hydrolytes; snacks and one lunch; light rain jacket depending on conditions; sunscreen and a cap or hat with a wide brim. THERE IS A GOOD CAFE AT OUR LUNCH STOP.

Suggested Donation: $10

Pub: Mt Colah Bottle Shop

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If you have any 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 :)