Newcastle Bushwalking Club acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of Country throughout Australia, and acknowledges and respects their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respect to their Elders past, present and emerging, and acknowledge their custodianship of the Country in which we engage our bushwalking and related activities.

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For details of our Activity Grading System click here.

Bookings are required for all activities by 2 days prior to the activity (unless a start time is shown, in which case members may simply turn up).  

Emails often go astray so if you don't receive a timely response after emailing a leader please email activities@newcastlebushwalkingclub.org.au with details and we will follow up with the leader if required.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR VISITORS:

Visitors must always contact the leader before attending any activity - if you simply show up without contacting the leader beforehand you will not be allowed to join the activity

When requesting to join an activity please provide the leader with information on your experience and background sufficient that they can assess if the activity is suitable for you.  Also, please provide a phone number in case the leader needs to discuss any matters regarding your participation in the activity.

Visitors will be required to read and sign an Acknowledgement of Risks and Obligations at each activity. For details click here

FUTURE ACTIVITIES THAT MAY REQUIRE EARLY BOOKINGS - Details can be found after the list of current confirmed activities below

There are currently no future activities planned at the moment.  Details of dates and details of the NBC annual camp will be coming soon.

CURRENT CONFIRMED ACTIVITIES

Saturday, May 09, 2026

Walk - Heaton lookout to Hunter lookout and return.  This follows a hard section of the Great North walk, and offers some interesting topography through rainforest with exploration in the Wallis Creek area, as well as viewpoints from the cliff lines around to Hunter lookout. This will be an out and back walk and take most of the day. Optional walk back via the dirt road Bring Lunch, MT and AT. 17km Distance. Grade M-R- 750m. Bookings Required.

Leader: Steven M - stevenmoore@outlook.com.au

Tuesday, May 12, 2026

Kayak - Dora Creek

Leader: Glen H - glenhollingshed@gmail.com

Wednesday, May 13, 2026

Walk - Slippery rock road to Boarding house dam return.  A challenging walk in the Watagans with very steep parts, along a fire trail then an old road featuring tall gums and dense vegetation below.  Boarding House Dam area is a real treat!  16-17kms, appx 6h of walking, depending on our speed and how long will take to explore boarding house dam area; lots of l history in the area, cascades and stunning bushland;  Bookings required

Leader: Aska M - bajkakubus@gmail.com

Thursday, May 14, 2026

Ride - Belmont to Nobbys via Merewether. 55km (or 35km). Ride the Fernleigh Track Cycleway to Whitebridge, Merewether and then to Nobbys and return via Carrington and Adamstown. Meet at Belmont Station car park, Railway Pde Belmont or 30 minutes later at the Whitebridge car park at the Northern end of Station Street, Whitebridge (35km from Whitebridge) Grade L-E-260.

Leader: Leader Required

Friday, May 15, 2026

Short Walk - Teralba station to Speers point park and return via 5 islands bridge. 

Easy flat walk 5km. 

Leader: Helen C - helc16@hotmail.com

Saturday, May 16, 2026

Walk - Watagan Forest Creek walk SM/G4 A lovely creek in open forest, gentle slope to enter creek, flat going until there is a gentle climb out of the creek to McGowans road then back to the cars for lunch. Morning tea along the way, leech protection, gloves, chairs. Meet Freeman’s Waterhole, Shell servo end

Leader: Frank K - frank.kupina@live.com.au

Sunday, May 17, 2026

Committee Meeting - K&W house at 18:00

Tuesday, May 19, 2026

Kayak - Black Neds Bay

Leader: Glen H - glenhollingshed@gmail.com

Wednesday, May 20, 2026

Walk - Blackbutt Reserve - circumnavigate Blackbutt Reserve including wildlife exhibits and Richley Reserve - approximately 6kms - Bring morning tea or buy at the cafe - optional lunch at Blackbutt Hotel - S-E-200

Leader: Wayne B - maclaryster@gmail.com

Wednesday, May 20, 2026

Feature Night - NBC Photo Competition - review of entries and announcement of winners -  commences at 7:30pm.  Join other members for a meal beforehand from around 6:30pm.  Venue:  Wallsend Diggers - 5 Tyrrell Street Wallsend.  

Visitors (non NBC members) should book beforehand by emailing activities@newcastlebushwalkingclub.org.au

Thursday, May 21, 2026

Note - There are two rides today

Ride - Eleebana to Wallsend. 30km. Ride to Speers Point, Glendale, Wallsend and return. Meet at the boat ramp Macquarie Drive Eleebana. Grade M-E-250.

Leader: Ian S - ianstansbury70@gmail.com

MTB Ride - Soldiers Point /Fingal Bay Loop.  38km  Ride to Salamander, Fingal, Shoal Bay, Nelson Bay, Corlette, Soldiers Point.   Approx. 4km of gravel road and trails through Tomaree NP that make this ride unsuitable for skinny tyres.  Meet at Spencer Park, Resthaven Ave Soldiers Point.  Toilets in park   Grade M-M-200

Leader: George V - george@oblique.au

Friday, May 22, 2026

Short Walk

Leader: Leader Required

Saturday, May 23, 2026

Walk - The Yuelarbah  walking track at Glenrock Reserve , Dudley. From the Burwood road carpark to Dudley beach via Leichhardt's lookout and return past the lagoon and the scout camp.

Leader: Helen C - helc16@hotmail.com

Tuesday, May 26, 2026

Kayak - Valentine

Leader: George C - georgecowan59@yahoo.com.au

Wednesday, May 27, 2026

Walk - Two Creeks Walk from Lindfield Station to Roseville Bridge. 10 km.

Leader: Jen D - jenniferdickson@netspace.net.au

Wednesday, May 27, 2026

Committee Meeting via Teams

Thursday, May 28, 2026

Ride - Gosford to Umina. 35km. Following the shared pathway to Woy Woy then quiet back roads to Ettalong and Umina. Meet at Gosford boat ramp car park, (between ‘Eat Street Cafe’ food van, and Gosford Olympic Pool), off Central Coast Hwy, Gosford.

Leader: Robert L - robert.l.nbw@gmail.com

Friday, May 29, 2026

Short Walk - TBA

Leader: Viola O - violap@tpg.com.au

Saturday, May 30, 2026

Walk - Cowan to Berowra via Berowra Waters.  Follows part of the Great North Walk. Considered a challenging track with multiple steep climbs and ridge walks. it also offers excellent views from Naa Badu Lookout and other vantage points along the way. A Station to Station Walk so public transport will be utilised. Lunch at Berowra Waters. 15km Distance, M-M-700. Bookings Required

Leader: Steven M - stevenmoore@outlook.com.au

Tuesday, June 02, 2026

Kayak - Valentine

Leader: George C - georgecowan59@yahoo.com.au

Wednesday, June 03, 2026

Walk - Wetlands of Bicentennial Park - 10km circuit.  Walk from Concord West railway station to Bicentennial Park (part of Olympic Park) and Homebush Bay finishing back at Concord West station.  Includes bushland, mangroves, wetland with migratory birds, harbour views and industrial heritage. Mostly flat shared cycleway and boardwalks with some interesting detours.  Bring morning tea and lunch.  Details: Sydney's Best Bush, Park & City Walks by Veechi Stewart (2011 edition).  Train to Epping, change for Concord West, 07:21 from Newcastle Interchange, 07:45 at Fassifern (2nd last carriage upstairs), Grade S-E-20.

Leader: Laura F - muktipriya@outlook.com

Thursday, June 04, 2026

Ride - Pokolbin Loop.  32 km.   Ride along shared pathway in Hermitage Road, then road shoulders for the loop of Broke Road, McDonalds Road, and Deasys Road.  Then return along Hermitage Road.  There are some decent hills.  Morning Tea at Oscars in Hunter Valley Gardens.  Meet at the Information Bay in Hermitage Road, about 300m past the intersection with Old North Road when coming from the M15.   Grade M-M-450   Beware:   If you use GPS there are two info bays in Hermitage Road, you want the North one.  The easiest way is to turn directly into Hermitage Road from M15.

Leader: Robert L - robert.l.nbw@gmail.com

Friday, June 05, 2026

Short Walk

Leader: Leader Required

Saturday, June 06, 2026

Walk - Murrays Beach, Shark Hole & return via Nords Wharf. 17 km. Meet 9 am at the water tank Jetty Pt Drv Murrays Beach. Bring Lunch. Map Swansea and Catherine Hill Bay 1:25,000. Grade M-M-400.

Leader: Bob L - robert.l.nbw@gmail.com

Tuesday, June 09, 2026

Kayak - Valentine

Leader: George C - georgecowan59@yahoo.com.au

Wednesday, June 10, 2026

Walk - Woolwich Heritage Walk. Train to Circular Quay and ferry to Woolwich. Heritage walk around the streets and parklands of Woolwich. Approximately 7kms. Bookings Required

Leader: P Forbes - paforbes11@gmail.com

Wednesday, June 10, 2026

Feature Night - Topic to be advised -  if you would like to present on a topic please conact activities@newcastlebushwalkingclub.org.au. Meeting commences at 7:30pm.  Join other members for a meal beforehand from around 6:30pm.  Venue:  Wallsend Diggers - 5 Tyrrell Street Wallsend.  Visitors (non NBC members) should book beforehand by emailing activities@newcastlebushwalkingclub.org.au

Thursday, June 11, 2026

Ride - Whitebridge to Swansea, maybe 35 km. Ride along Fernleigh Track to Belmont, then to Swansea along quiet roads, footpaths, shared paths etc. Work out a loop for the return to Whitebridge. Meet at Whitebridge station car park.   Coffee at Belmont Golf Club

Leader: Marg & Phil - philandmarg@gmail.com

Thursday June 11, 2026 to Thursday June 18, 2026

NBC Camp (members only) - A week in the Blue Mountains to:  walk, ride, sightsee and socialise with friends.  Come for all, or for some.   Choice of hard, medium, or easy walks or simply take in the views and the cafes.  We will split into smaller groups each day so will need leaders for each group.   Friday 12 June will be the first activity day.  Same organisation as the last 4 years. Contact the organiser for an information sheet before you book accommodation – and to get info about the discount on accommodation. Please act on this now, as accommodation may book out.  

Organiser:  Donna S  - donna@oblique.au

Friday, June 12, 2026

Short Walk - Enjoyable walk about Carrington/Throsby Creek sites. Meet in Fitzroy Street near Cowper Street North, Carrington. Bring usual wet/cold weather gear

Leader: Peter H - peterlhamer@gmail.com

Saturday, June 13, 2026

Walk - Redhead Bluff and South Eastern Awabakal ~10km. Includes visits to the striking Redhead Cliffs, Tesselated Rocks and local panoramic Lookouts. If time and conditions permit we will also visit the coastal heath/wetlands south of Redhead Beach and/or the site of the WW2 main Awabakal coastal observation post (being the highest point in Awabakal). Maps: Swansea 9231-4N and Wallsend 9232-3S. Grade S-M-300. Note: the walk includes (1) a long steep mountain goat descent and ascent and (2) considerable rock scrambling/rock hopping/rock walking. Bring morning tea. Optional BYO lunch, with potential to buy close-by (to be establised closer to the date). Booking required.

Leader: Steve C - stevecarrall@outlook.com

Tuesday, June 16, 2026

Kayak - Ash Island

Leader: Glen H - glenhollingshed@gmail.com

Wednesday, June 17, 2026

Walk - Mystery Tour.  Walk and visit historical points of interest of Newcastle City and surrounds.  BRING:- OPAL card PLUS usual wet/cold weather gear and nibbles.  Morno will include a cappuccino with a view (bring cash/card).  MEET:  HAMILTON Rail Station (bring OPAL card), free parking in Newcastle Road between Eva and Selma Streets, Hamilton.

Leader: Peter H - peterlhamer@gmail.com

Thursday, June 18, 2026

Note - There are two rides today

Ride - Stockton To Fern Bay.  30km. Ride to Fern Bay and return. Some shared path, some footpath, some quiet tarred road.    Meet at the Stockton Ferry Terminal, Stockton. Grade M-E-20.

Leader: Lyndon M - Lyndon.leo@gmail.com

MTB Ride - Dubbo Gully   25km    Ride Mangrove Creek, Ten Mile Hollow, Simpsons Track.   1000 metres height gain.   Mountain bikes only.   Bring morning tea and lunch.  Meet at Mangrove Mountain general store for a 4km car convoy.

Leader: Leader Required

Friday, June 19, 2026

Short Walk

Leader: Leader Required

Saturday, June 20, 2026

Walk - Thornleigh Station to Hornsby Station.  Largely following the Great North Walk track through Berowra Valley Regional Park. A small amount of street walking but mostly on undulating bush tracks through some interesting forest communities. S-M-525m. Bookings required

Leader: Scott F - passco9@gmail.com

Tuesday, June 23, 2026

Kayak - Wangi

Leader: Glen H - glenhollingshed@gmail.com

Wednesday, June 24, 2026

Walk - An exploration of Blacksmiths and Pelican waterfront. Approx. 8-10 km, all flat ,  mostly on paths except for 500m of beach walking

Leader: Helen C - helc16@hotmail.com

Wednesday, June 24, 2026

Committee Meeting - Diggers

Thursday, June 25, 2026

Ride - Budgewoi Lake Loop.  30 km. Ride in a clockwise direction, to Norah Head, Toukley, Gorokan, Charmhaven, Northlakes, San Remo, Budgewoi.  Meet at Lakes Beach Surf Club, off Budgewoi Road, Budgewoi. Grade M-E-50.

Leader: George V - george@oblique.au

Friday, June 26, 2026

Short Walk - TBA

Leader: Viola O - violap@tpg.com.au

Saturday, June 27, 2026

Walk - Congewai East to 125r Lookout.  Follows the Great North Walk most of the way then split off to 125r.  Starts in the Congewai Valley (south of Paxton), climbs northwards to above Barraba Spur and continues along the Myall range to Lookout 125r and return.  Excellent views along the way. 20km Distance. Grade L-M-800 Bring MT and Lunch. Bookings Required.

Leader: Steven M - stevenmoore@outlook.com.au

Tuesday, June 30, 2026

Kayak - Wangi

Leader: Glen H - glenhollingshed@gmail.com

FUTURE ACTIVITIES THAT MAY REQUIRE EARLY BOOKINGS

There are currently no future activities planned at the moment.  Details of dates and details of the NBC annual camp will be coming soon.

To see our full program please have a look at our latest magazine here. Note that the program in the magazine is subject to change and once confirmed it is put on this web page above.