BushwalkBushwalk
3 h 45 min to 4 h 30 min
| Start | (-33.4717235,151.2883173) |
| Mode | Car (There is free parking available.) |
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Staples Lookout (about 5 m back from the start).
 Staples Lookout
Staples Lookout
Staples Lookout beside Woy Woy Road, is a fenced lookout providing good views east across the Central Coast, the Brisbane Water and out to the ocean. There is a large car park and picnic tables, with plenty of natural shade. The lookout was named as a tribute to Charles J Staples, a pioneer of route that Woy Woy Rd now follows. The lookout was constructed in 1955 by the Rotary Club of Woy Woy. An inscription at the lookout quotes 'and I shall meditate on your wondrous works' from Psalm 119:27.
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Staples Lookout beside Woy Woy Road, is a fenced lookout providing good views east across the Central Coast, the Brisbane Water and out to the ocean. There is a large car park and picnic tables, with plenty of natural shade. The lookout was named as a tribute to Charles J Staples, a pioneer of route that Woy Woy Rd now follows. The lookout was constructed in 1955 by the Rotary Club of Woy Woy. An inscription at the lookout quotes 'and I shall meditate on your wondrous works' from Psalm 119:27.
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The starting point of an optional sidetrip. An optional side trip to Kariong Brook crossing. To start this optional side trip turn right here. On returning from this side trip veer right when you get back to this intersection. Details below.
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The starting point of an optional sidetrip. An optional side trip to Mt Wondabyne Peak. To start this optional side trip turn left here. On returning from this side trip turn left when you get back to this intersection. Details below. 
After another 145 m come to the "Mt Wondabyne Campsite".
 Mt Wondabyne Campsite
Mt Wondabyne Campsite
This basic campsite is found at the end of a management trail, near the base of Mt Wondabyne. The campsite is at the bottom of a small (east facing) rock wall and has trees surrounding much of the area, providing some shelter. There is an established fire circle and a basic seat. There is no water or other facilities. (There is also small cave suitable for sleeping a few people about half way up Mount Wondabyne).
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This basic campsite is found at the end of a management trail, near the base of Mt Wondabyne. The campsite is at the bottom of a small (east facing) rock wall and has trees surrounding much of the area, providing some shelter. There is an established fire circle and a basic seat. There is no water or other facilities. (There is also small cave suitable for sleeping a few people about half way up Mount Wondabyne).
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Class 4/6 Hard track |
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| Length | 10.9 km |
| Time | 3 h 45 min to 4 h 30 min |
| Quality of track | Rough track, where fallen trees and other obstacles are likely (4/6) |
| Gradient | Short steep hills (3/6) |
| Signage | Directional signs along the way (3/6) |
| Infrastructure | Limited facilities, not all cliffs are fenced (3/6) |
| Experience Required | Some bushwalking experience recommended (3/6) |
| Weather | Weather generally has little impact on safety (1/6) |
Campsite: There is one 5.9 km from the start.| Item | From Start | Name & link to notes |
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Campsite
| 5.9 km | Mt Wondabyne Campsite |
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There is a picnic table (about 20 m back from the start).
There is a park (about 7 m back from the start).
Find the car park at the start.
After another 250 m continue straight, to head along Woy Woy Road.
After another 55 m head through/around the gate.
After another 15 m pass the "The Great North Walk" (on your left).
After another 390 m cross the ford.
"Kariong Brook Falls".
Turn around and retrace your steps back the 640 m to the main route.
"Mount Wondabyne".
