SATURDAY BL – PORTERS PASS Hike

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Dan, I (Rory) and if circumstances permit, my dog Loki (Known by Brandon to some), will be leading a beginner-friendly hike through the Porters Pass and Colliers Causeway track in Blackheath.

It is possibly my favourite day hike in the Blue Mountains, featuring waterfalls, a micro-canyon, an optional swim, rainforests, dry heath, clifftop, and cliffside paths!!!

It has a total length of about 7km and elevation gain of 400m, and I expect it to take about 5 hours.

This trail will require good fitness as there are steep sections, however we will not be in a rush. For most this will be a laid back hike, with plenty of time for hanging out and recreation.

Check out the track here – https://hikingtheworld.blog/2023/05/14/ar-porters-pass-colliers-causeway

What to bring:

• Sturdy shoes!
  • This is not your average tourist track and there are a few less maintained sections so hiking boots would be great.
• Small-medium sized backpack to hold your belongings
• At least 2L of water **super important to have enough water!!**
• Lunch and snacks for the day
• Sun protection: sunscreen + hat
• Change of clothes / swimmers / towel (if you wish to swim)
• Any personal medication you may need

So, if you are keen for a hike, please tell us your hiking experience so far, if you could be an animal for a day what you would choose (just so we know you’ve read all this information) and whether you have a car in your comment below… and get in early before signups are full.

Here’s a photo of Loki snuggled up in a blanket by the fire for your perusal;