8kms Hornsby's Blue Gum Loop & New Quarry Park to Pub!!!

Like we did on Mother's Day, let's do a shorty (yet lovely) session on Father's Day so you can get to dinner on time yet still move the body earlier in the day...

First off... the new Quarry Park is really, really cool. It's something to see! So, let's do The Blue Gum Loop along with the newbie -TimeOUT Magazine published an article on the Quarry Park opening next to it - perfect timing to kill 2 birds with one stone!

THE HIKE.
Let's meet at Hornsby Station... quick train from Central arrives 957am-ish with only 2 stops between - fast! Quick meet. Chat. From there we'll start hiking to the pictured quarry lookout where Stage 1 of a new parkland is now open. Then we'll head into the Blue Gum Loop.

The Blue Gum Loop is the loveliest of hikes... a relaxed bushwalk with a fish pool, stone steps, blue gum & red gum trees. Ascents and descents - there is some huffing and puffing. It's one of those hikes you'll think: "Wow, this is stunning, green journey in the bush yet so, so close to Hornsby Station!"

Updates, changes, and "Hey MJ, I'm a little lost" while during the hike is why we use whatsapp. CLICK HERE TO JOIN THE WHATSAPP GROUP. It's a must. Thanks!

Then to the pub... if you do have to leave for Dad (or you're a father yourself) that's cool! If not, let's grab a post-hike beer somewhere close.

See you then! MJ

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September!!! Here's what's on in We Hike... to the Bar:
5th Saturday… Macmasters Beach to Killcare to Hardy’s Hideaway
6th Sunday… Blue Gum Loop Hornsby & New Quarry
12th A Hike, Sunset & ABBA
13th Cronulla to Kurnell, Cook @ Kurnell.
17th Byron Bay – 21st Byron Bay
26th Saturday… Not sure yet. Let’s see.
27th Sunday… Secret Beaches to Sunday Sippers at Bilgola Beach SLSC (my new, fav hike and bar of 2026)

THE DETAILS.
Gratuity. $15 PayID or Cash.
WHATSAPP. You’re not 100% confirmed until you’re in the whatsapp group. We love it, we use it! Join the WHATSAPP GROUP for this event, as it allows us to communicate on the day. 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.
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.