UBMBC | Activities Program

Summer Activities Program01-Dec-2025 to 28-Feb-2026

Sat - 28-Feb-2026 4 - Creek: Popeye Creek
Park cars at Waratah Ridge, walk along ridge then drop down into creek. This walk has great views and pagodas with wonderful creek sections. Great walk for summer. No abseils
Map: Wollangambe
Sat - 21-Feb-2026 3 - Day Walk: Mt Victoria
A picturesque loop walk starting from Mt Victoria village encompassing the rainforest of Fairy Dell, various caves, Horne Point and the escapement that overlooks Kanimbla Valley.
Map: Mt Wilson
Sat - 21-Feb-2026 5 - Creek: Wollangambe Five
Leave cars at GR 630 919, park near the locked gate at Boronia Point Trail. Walk down Wollangambe Four exit at GR 597 925. Swim/float/walk/scramble down the gorge till the exit at GR 627 924. Must be able to swim well. Wetsuits highly recommended, helmets mandatory. Bring dry bags. Flotation devices are strongly recommended. About 8 km.
Map: Wollangambe
Fri - 20-Feb-2026 5 - Pack Walk: Wollangambe-Colo Junction and Around
A 3-day wilderness adventure. Day 1. From the end of Drip Rock Trail, make our way to Clews Cave and then down to the Colo River at GR 758 080. Walk downstream to the Wollangambe River junction and set up camp. Day 2. Day-packs only. The intent is to walk up the Wollangambe and climb a spur at GR 743 065 towards spot height 416 m, then explore westwards along the ridge and under the cliffs till around GR 716 068; from there, to descend into a tributary of the Wollangambe and follow it to the camp. However, the day’s proceedings will be determined by the weather. Day 3. Strike camp and walk along the Colo till GR 767 057. Climb a tributary going north west, then north east, and make our way to the Drip Rock Trail. Mostly exploratory. Scrambling and exposure. About 25 km.
Map: Colo Heights
Fri - 13-Feb-2026 4 - Day Walk: Jinki Ridge into Dalpura Creek climb out into ridge to Dalpura Head - South of Bells Line of Road
South of Bells Line of Road - Jinki Ridge into Dalpura Creek climb out onto ridge to Dalpura Head - Park on Bells Line walk out Junki Ridge, find a way into Dalpura Creek cross to Dalpura Ridge / Head - walk back to Bells Line - Good views into the Grose some rock scrambling to cross Dalpura Creek.
Map: Mt Wilson
Sat - 07-Feb-2026 4 - Canyon: Hole in the Wall Canyon Full
Hole-In-The-Wall Canyon is an impressive canyon flowing into the north branch of Bungleboori Creek It features an upper and lower section. Both constrictions are of are high quality. The lower constriction also features an enclosed tunnel with glow worms. Wetsuits are optional but all the usual abseiling gear is needed
Map: Rock Hill
Sat - 31-Jan-2026 4 - Day Walk: December Creek
From Sandham Rd at Bell, follow the track then an open ridge to December Creek. Walk and swim down the creek for 1-2 km. Exit to the South over the Barnacles, and return along the same ridge and track. The creek section is exploratory for the leader. Must be able to swim well.
Map: Wollangambe
Sat - 24-Jan-2026 5 - Canyon: Claustral Canyon
Claustral Canyon is one of the most impressive canyons in the Blue Mountains. Three abseils through the dark black hole of Calcutta are followed by 700m of high-quality canyon. Wetsuits and all the usual abseiling gear is needed
Map: Mt Wilson
Tue - 20-Jan-2026 4 - Day Walk: Mountain Lagoon
We will visit some interesting sites in the area between Mountain Lagoon Road and Tootie Creek, in the Southern Wollemi. Mostly off track through relatively open country with one 100 metre ascent and one or two smaller ones.
Map: Mountain Lagoon
Sat - 17-Jan-2026 5 - Day Walk: Devils Wilderness history walk
In 1804 the explorer George Caley descended into the Devils Wilderness via a pass that he described in his journal in some detail. That pass is still there today just as Caley found it, unnamed and uncommermorated. We will trace a portion of Caley’s route, including the aforementioned pass, as far as the junction of Wilderness Brook and the Grose. From there we will follow the Grose downstream to a gully below Dark Creek where we will exit to Browns ridge and the fire trail back to Paterson Range and our vehicles. Expect a long, hard day. Off track with one 10 meter climb down. Caley used a rope fashioned from vines. We will use a tape fashioned from synthetic fibres!
Map: Kurrajong
Sat - 17-Jan-2026 5 - Creek: Wollangambe Four
Park near the locked gate at Boronia Point Trail. Walk down to the Wollangambe Three exit at GR 584 925. Swim/float/walk/scramble down the gorge till the exit at GR 597 925. Must be able to swim well. Wetsuits highly recommended, helmets mandatory. Bring dry bags. Flotation devices are strongly recommended. About 10 km.
Map: Wollangambe
Sun - 11-Jan-2026 5 - Day Walk: Cerberus Canyon, Cerberus Falls and Hair of the Dog Ravine
Find out why this spectacular area must be better protected for future generations. Park the vehicles at the locked gate at the end of Waratah Ridge Road. Walk into and down the Hair of the Dog Ravine at GR 493 038. After exiting the ravine, make our way west to Cerberus Creek and its canyon. Go through the canyon, visiting Cerberus Falls and exit at about GR 472 038. Walk on the road back to the cars. About 10 km.
Map: Wollangambe
Sat - 10-Jan-2026 4 - Canyon: Whungee Wheengee Canyon
Whungee Wheengee Canyon is an excellent canyon of the north side of the Wollangambe River. It features two main constrictions of high quality, a few short abseils, and a few duck undrers. Wetsuits and all the usual abseiling gear is needed
Map: Wollangambe
Fri - 09-Jan-2026 3 - Day Walk: Joes Canyon & Wollangambe River Via DuFaurs Rocks
Bushwalk to Joes Canyon and the Wollangambe River Via DuFaurs Rocks 10km - Depart Mt Wilson Fire Station Explore DuFaurs Rocks and Chainman's Hat before heading off track on a good but steep ridge, explore around Joes Canyon before joining the Wollangambe track to the Horseshoe Bend explore / swim and lunch, look up into the Wollangambe canyon upstream, before heading back to Mt Wilson on the Wollangambe walking track (steep uphill many steps).
Map: Mt Wilson
Sat - 03-Jan-2026 4 - Day Walk: Monkey Ropes Creek plus swimming hole
Monkey Ropes Creek is a pleasant rainforest creek, cool and shady on a hot day. From near the start of the Nepean Lookout fire trail, we make our way down a side creek to the "y" in Monkey (Penrith map 745551), then down stream, ending at the big pool on Erskine Creek for a leisurely lunch and swim. Return via the Pisgah Rock track - about a 170 meter ascent. Note: involves some mildly exposed rock scrambling that most people find manageable. Not a long walk. About 5 kilometers if we leave a car at the Pisgah Rock parking area. This is a combined Springwood and Upper Blue Mountains walk
Map: Jamison
Sat - 27-Dec-2025 4 - Canyon: 3 canyons in 3 day trip (interesting, up your bum and up your crack canyons) 27 to 29th Dec
Starting at Mt Wilson we cross the Wollongambe and climb the ridge on the other side and descend into interesting canyon and then into Yarramun Ck (camp cave or tents). Day 2 we do up your bum canyon (very narrow) and Day 3 up your crack canyon (even narrower). Exploratory for the leader
Map: Wollangambe
Sat - 27-Dec-2025 4 - Day Walk: Sharks Head, Lost World
From Martins Lookout we descend to Glenbrook Creek then make our way up to the camp cave known as Sharks Head. Then onto Lost World before making our way down Bunyan Pass and the Kings Link track. Back at Glenbrook Creek we will make a short side trip to inspect Psalm Rock followed by a swim in a nearby secluded pool away from the crowds. This is a popular lower mountains walk offering some great views and interesting terrain. Approx 25% easy off track and some easy scrambles.
Map: Springwood
Tue - 23-Dec-2025 3 - Day Walk: Glow worms at Horseshoe falls
For those of you that do not have to scramble to get ready for the Christmas madness… These are my preferred Christmas lights I would rather see. Come and see the glow worms at my local waterfall. Ssh don’t tell anyone though, this is a local secret. Start at the end of Alexander Ave, we will walk to Fairy Falls, then continue to Horseshoe falls. We will come back to this one when it is dark to see the glow worms. Here we can also go to Glow Worm Nook if we are up to it. Further along the track we walk past Lena Falls to get to Oakland Falls then Burgess Falls, then backtrack to the glow worms. There are a few steep scrambles to get down to the falls but if you take it slow and steady it is not too hard, but it is usually muddy. It is all on track but you will need to wear sturdy shoes and bring a head lamp.
Map: Not Specified
Sat - 20-Dec-2025 3 - Canyon: Christmas Lights - Grand Canyon by Night
Grand Canyon at night sparkles with glow worms! If you haven't done it by night it is worth stumbling over wet rocks in the dark to see them. And for those that have done it, it is always a great trip. There is only one 17m overhanging abseil at the start but after that there is a lot of wading, scrambling and a few swims with the extra challenge of being dark. Despite being summer it gets cold at night in the canyon, particular after the first swim. Wetsuits and all the usual abseiling gear is needed, as well as a waterproof torch and spare batteries. We will start a bit before sunset but won't be back at the cars until late, probably around 11:00 pm. Like previous years, we will bring a bit of Christmas fare and have a late night feast at the end of the canyon before climbing back up to the cars.
Map: Katoomba
Thu - 18-Dec-2025 4 - Canyon: Contradiction canyon
Canyon has several abseils and a dark section, exploratory for the leader. This will be a long day with a car shuffle and an early start so stamina will be needed.
Map: Mt Morgan
Wed - 17-Dec-2025 3 - Canyon: Christmas Lights - Grand Canyon by Night
I have also put this on Saturday night as well as Wednesday. Grand Canyon at night sparkles with glow worms! If you haven't done it by night it is worth stumbling over wet rocks in the dark to see them. And for those that have done it, it is always a great trip. There is only one 17m overhanging abseil at the start but after that there is a lot of wading, scrambling and a few swims with the extra challenge of being dark. Despite being summer it gets cold at night in the canyon, particular after the first swim. Wetsuits and all the usual abseiling gear is needed, as well as a waterproof torch and spare batteries. We will start a bit before sunset but won't be back at the cars until late, probably around 11:00 pm. Like previous years, we will bring a bit of Christmas fare and have a late night feast at the end of the canyon before climbing back up to the cars.
Map: Katoomba
Tue - 16-Dec-2025 3 - Canyon: unknown canyon near corkscrew
Megan and I explored the bottom of a canyon that goes from corkscrew canyon towards Bells Line of Road but were stopped by a waterfall with more canyon above. We will explore the canyon from the top and abseil the waterfall/s, then do a section of corkscrew canyon and back to cars on Bells Line of Road. Relatively short entry/exit.
Map: Mt Wilson
Mon - 15-Dec-2025 5 - Day Walk: Cliffs and Gullies South of Blacksmiths Creek
The walk starts on the D’Arcy Range Trail at GR 744 018. Walk on the D’Arcy Range Trail and then on D’Arcy Range to GR 754 026, then descend north and follow the cliff line above Blacksmiths Creek eastwards till about GR 777 027 (or as time permits). Exit on the D’Arcy Range and walk back to the trail. Mostly exploratory. About 10 km. Scrambling and exposure.
Map: Mountain Lagoon
Mon - 15-Dec-2025 3 - Day Walk: South Hazelbrook
A pleasant summer walk - Pyramid Falls - Bedford Pool - Willawong Pool - Lawson Ck - Terrace Falls and more
Map: Katoomba
Sat - 13-Dec-2025 4 - Creek: Dalpura Creek
It ‘s Summer and time for a creek walk – paddle. Dalpura Creek is a lovely creek just off the Bells Line of Road and one we usually visit in summer. It is mostly a paddle and wade but there is one section , if the creek is up, where we might have a short swim. Interested? Contact Kate by email: kategird@bigpond.com
Map: Mt Wilson
Fri - 12-Dec-2025 3 - Day Walk: Broad Swamp to Birds Rock at Gardens of Stone State Conservation Area
Broad Swamp to Birds Rock walking track is an adventurous walk in Gardens of Stone State Conservation Area. Explore 17.5km of swamps and creeks, towering forests, gorges and pagoda formations on this one-way walk, near Lithgow. Will involve a car shuffle along Sunnyside Road to Birds Rock.
Map: Cullen Bullen
Fri - 12-Dec-2025 3 - Canyon: Christmas Lights - Grand Canyon by Night Cancelled - Weather
Grand Canyon at night sparkles with glow worms! If you haven't done it by night it is worth stumbling over wet rocks in the dark to see them. And for those that have done it, it is always a great trip. There is only one 17m overhanging abseil at the start but after that there is a lot of wading, scrambling and a few swims with the extra challenge of being dark. Despite being summer it gets cold at night in the canyon, particular after the first swim. Wetsuits and all the usual abseiling gear is needed, as well as a waterproof torch and spare batteries. We will start a bit before sunset but won't be back at the cars until late, probably around 11:00 pm. Like previous years, we will bring a bit of Christmas fare and have a late night feast at the end of the canyon before climbing back up to the cars.
Map: Katoomba
Wed - 10-Dec-2025 5 - Day Walk: North of Maelstrom Caves
The walk starts on the D’Arcy Range Trail at 744 018. Walk to above Maelstrom Caves, GR 745 032, then follow the cliff line clockwise till GR 757 035. Exit on a spur leading westwards and walk back to D’Arcy Range Trail. Mostly exploratory. About 8 km. Scrambling and exposure.
Map: Mountain Lagoon
Wed - 10-Dec-2025 3 - Canyon: Old man canyon
Canyon north of waterfall of moss that has two hand over hand downclimbs and several short swims. Exploratory for leader
Map: Wollangambe
Mon - 08-Dec-2025 4 - Day Walk: Erskine Creek
Pisgah Rock – Attic Cave - Lincoln Creek - Erskine Creek (options depending on the weather)
Map: Penrith
Sun - 07-Dec-2025 3 - Abseiling: Ropes Practice
Practice competent level canyoning skills such as: abseiling, ascending using prusiks and mechanical ascenders, rope management, team work and communication.
Map: Mt Wilson
Sat - 06-Dec-2025 4 - Canyon: Cascade Falls (Macquarie Pass
Cascade Falls is a short and sweet series of waterfalls that can be descended quite quickly. Super-easy access, short walk-in/out. Some get-fully-wet abseils, potholes and pools, but easy to drip off / warm up on open slabs between abseils so can be done in cooler weather.
Map: Not Specified
Sat - 06-Dec-2025 4 - Day Walk: Gang Gang Canyon, Tunnels and Falls
Find out why this spectacular area must be better protected for future generations. Park at GR 395 037 on Carne West Trail. Descend into Gang Gang Canyon and walk all the way through to Gang Gang Tunnels. After exploring the Gang Gang Tunnels, turn south and walk to the falls at GR 407 040, whilst inspecting the caves along the way. Continue south to visit Lots Wife and the adjacent cave. Move west across a few shallow gullies and re-connect with the cars. About 6 km. Scrambling and exposure.
Map: Cullen Bullen
Sat - 06-Dec-2025 3 - Creek: Hat Hill Creek
With 32 degrees maximum forecast for Blackheath on Saturday Hat Hill Creek is a great Summer trip. The creek has little waterfalls, short swims, wading, open creek sections and constrictions with beautiful mossy walls. There are pools to relax in while enjoying panoramic views. Members must be confident swimmers. Wet suits are recommended. Helmets and dry bags are compulsory. I have some for members to use. There are no abseils. The walk is around 9 km and will be conducted at a slower pace.
Map: Mt Wilson
Thu - 04-Dec-2025 4 - Canyon: Cesspit canyon
Near Dumbano tunnels (Gooch's crater area). Some swims and possibly an abseil. Exploratory for the leader
Map: Wollangambe
Mon - 01-Dec-2025 4 - Day Walk: Leslie Falls
Many people know about the five waterfall circuit at south Lawson. To access another waterfall, Leslie Falls, involves a scramble down to Lawson Creek to a very pretty and unique waterfall that is rarely visited.
Map: Katoomba

Upper Blue Mountains Bushwalking Club

Upper Blue Mountains Bushwalking Club

Upper Blue Mountains Bushwalking Club

Summer Activities Program01-Dec-2025 to 28-Feb-2026