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Andrus planned a hike
May 22, 2026
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Andrus planned a hike
May 22, 2026
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May 22, 2026
Stage 3 on the Six Foot Track will feel easy compared to day two as it’s half the distance and mostly flat or downhill terrain. You’ll spend much of the day walking through bushland, though this stage is mixed with shorter stretches of hiking near Jenolan Caves Road. The easy, downhill nature of today
Andrus planned a hike
May 21, 2026
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May 22, 2026
Stage 2 of the Six Foot Track is the longest day of the three by far, however there is a convenient stopover just before the halfway point you can use if you’d like to split this stage up into two days. That being said, you’ll want to get an early start because there is a lot of elevation gain in the
Andrus planned a hike
May 21, 2026
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May 22, 2026
Stage 1 of the Six Foot Track officially begins just outside Katoomba, but you’re likely to begin your day in Sydney, as many hikers take the train up from the city to begin the route. Once you’re officially on the track, you’ll quickly descend through sandstone cliffs to the valley floor and follow a mix of singletrack and fire trails…
Andrus planned a hike
May 12, 2026
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May 12, 2026
Stage 5 begins and ends with long stretches on beaches, while the middle section is dominated by an inland trek around the 183-meter high Nahwitti Cone. To get started I recommend heading out at low tide for two reasons: first it’s a much easier walk, but also because you can explore the many tidepools
Andrus planned a hike
May 12, 2026
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May 12, 2026
The North Coast Trail is a 60-kilometre trek along Vancouver Island’s remote northern tip, where temperate rainforests meet the Pacific Ocean. You’ll find a level of solitude rare on more popular trails, with frequent sightings of otters, eagles, black bears, and uniquely adapted "sea wolves" foraging
Andrus planned a hike
May 6, 2026
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May 12, 2026
Stage 6 takes you south from Nissen Bight down the Cape Scott Trail to the parking lot at the end of an old logging road. Compared to earlier stages this will feel like a multi-lane highway. There are a few muddy sections but much of the route is on well-maintained paths and boardwalks which help you
Andrus planned a hike
May 5, 2026
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May 12, 2026
Similarly to Stage 2, this Stage begins with a river crossing via a hand-drawn cable car. After a short walk along the beach at Shuttleworth Bight you’ll head inland toward the Stranby River. After crossing the river you’ll have about 1.5 kilometres of forest trekking before returning to the coastline
Andrus planned a hike
May 5, 2026
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May 12, 2026
Stage 3 of the North Coast Trail takes you from Cape Sutil to Irony Creek and Shuttleworth Bight. Today you’ll navigate a mix of rocky headlands and small beaches with plenty of rope assisted climbs and descents along the way. Many of the beaches are walkable at low tide, but have inland routes you can
Andrus planned a hike
May 5, 2026
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May 12, 2026
Today you will have your first stretches of beach hiking, including Tripod Beach toward the end of the day. It’s imperative that you check your tide tables in order to plan your arrival and departure from these beaches properly, since they can be impassable at high tide. Once you have determined when
Andrus planned a hike
May 5, 2026
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May 12, 2026
Stage 1 of the North Coast Trail is considered by many to be the most difficult part of the trail. While most days are a mix of rugged inland trekking with stretches of calmer beach strolling, today is entirely inland. You’ll begin the day by catching the water taxi from Port Hardy, which leaves at
Andrus planned a hike
December 18, 2025
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December 15, 2025
The Cottonwood Lakes Trail Loop is a classic High Sierra adventure. It’s accessible enough to be great for beginners, yet offers enough challenges, variety, and options to keep even the most dusty footed hikers happy. The route is packed with sparkling alpine lakes, wide open meadows, and the towering
Andrus planned a hike
December 11, 2025
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December 15, 2025
After a restful night’s sleep you can enjoy your breakfast with a view over the lakes. If you plan on adding the summit of Mt. Langley to your day be sure to break camp early for the climb up Old Army Pass. This historic, but unmaintained, route rises steeply above Lakes #4 and #5 and involves a bit
Andrus planned a hike
December 11, 2025
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December 15, 2025
Stage 1 begins at the Cottonwood Lakes Trailhead at 10,000 feet. Since the hike starts so far above sea level, it’s a good idea to spend the night at the first-come, first-served trailhead campsite in order to acclimatize yourself to the altitude. Once on the trail, you'll have about two miles to get
Andrus planned a hike
December 11, 2025
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December 9, 2025
The final stage of this Collection on the Santee Passage carries you through more pine forests, wetlands, and rural farmlands on the edge of Lake Marion. The trail is mostly flat, with sandy roads and dirt paths that allow you to progress easily, though shade can be limited in open stretches. As you
May 22, 2026
The Six Foot Track follows the historic bridle path between Katoomba and Jenolan Caves. Covering just over 44 kilometres over three days, you’ll pass through the Megalong Valley, cross the Coxs River on a suspension bridge, and climb over the ridgelines that define this section of the Blue Mountains