Beginner Hiking Sydney

Saturday Pickup Soccer – Inner West Sydney (Concord, All Levels)

Looking for a **friendly, casual soccer game in Sydney’s Inner West**? Join us for a relaxed Saturday kickabout at Goddard Park. We’re a social pickup group with a core of regular players, and we welcome beginners to intermediate players. *** ### ⚽ What to expect * Casual pickup soccer (small-sided if needed) * Mixed skill levels * Friendly, supportive vibe * Rotate teams for fair play *** ### 💡 Cost * First session free * $15 one-off contribution after (Meetup + equipment) *** ### ⚠️ Please note * RSVP only if you can attend * Update early if plans change * We rely on numbers to run proper games *** ### 🤝 Ground rules * No aggressive or reckless play * Respect all players * Play with a smile

Middle Cove Mangroves, Middle Cove

Today's HIKEFit program explores parts of Castle Cove… Although it feels like a flat walk, there are some good ups and downs. You can complete 8 km or the full 11 km and get around 400m in elevation. We will start at the steps heading into Scotts Creek. After passing the creek, we find a management for about 500 metres. Then we are back into the bush heading to FigTree Cove via the North Arm walking track. Find our more at [HIKEFit.au](https://sterlingfitness.com.au/hike-training-in-sydney/) #HIKEFit #HIKINGINSYDNEY #HIKESYDNEY #SYDNEYHIKING

Australia WCup Opener! $7 Pints. Hike first!!!

Australia v Turkey. World Cup 2026, 2pm kick off. Let's drink. Laugh. Get filthy at Sydney's best sports bar (my local, Sporting Globe by 4 Pines) on the water ($7 Pints / 20% off all food, drinks with my VIP card). But first? We hike... **THE DETAILS.** Coming soon. Get in quick. This one will fill out - the whole bar will be booked like New Year's Eve. $10. Newbie hikers - gotta come on some hikes before joining special days like this one. We did this for Women's World Cup a few years back and Sporting Globe was fucking wild - this will be even better! **[IF YOU CLICK ATTEND, NEXT STEP IS JOIN THE WHATSAPP GROUP HERE.](https://chat.whatsapp.com/Dd3vOoCoOmxIpVxiLIhbCE)** ***AN AD FROM THE MARKETING DEPARTMENT.*** ***JUNE!!! Here's what's on in We Hike... to the Bar:*** *Monday, 1 June - [VIVID WALK, DRONE SHOW, 50% OFF WINGS, DRINKS!](https://www.meetup.com/hikewalktothebar/events/314952719/)* *Saturday, 6 June – [Macmasters Beach to Killcare, Hardy’s Hideaway. My favourite hike!!!](https://www.meetup.com/hikewalktothebar/events/314873258/)* *Sunday, 7 June – [Woy Woy to Patonga Beach / The Boathouse](https://www.meetup.com/hikewalktothebar/events/314873444/) – such a pretty session.* *Saturday, 13 June – [Royal National Park Figure 8 Pool!](https://www.meetup.com/hikewalktothebar/events/314972877/) This is a 10/10 hike.* *Sunday, 14 June – [We Hike… to the Australia v Turkey World Cup Opener!!!](https://www.meetup.com/hikewalktothebar/events/314175185/)* *Saturday, 20 June – [MJ’s Bday & Winter Pub Crawl!](https://www.meetup.com/hikewalktothebar/events/314958235/)* **THE HIKE.** I'll pick a Sydney Harbour hike / something close. Perhaps a coastal hike as the whales are coming north... 930am start, and let's have our asses in bar seats by 130pm. *Apologies in advance - if you haven't come on too many hikes and somebody else has, they might take your seat for an event like this.* Funnnnnnnn, fun. See you soon in June! MJ

🌸🌸WHALES! WATSONS BAY TO COOGEE.🌸🌸

MEETING: Circular Quay Wharf 2 🌸✈️🌸 TIME: 10:05 🌸⏰🌸 DETAILS: Catching the 10:15 ferry to Watsons Bay, then taking the Coastal walk all the way to Coogee via Diamond Bay, Bondi Beach, Tamarama, Gordon’s Bay and Dolphin Bay 🌸⛱🌸 LUNCH: Bondi Beach… there are cafes, but always better to BYO 🌸🍽🌸 COST:💲5️⃣ cash gratuity or (donation)for this walk.💵 🌸💲🌸 DISTANCE: 1️⃣4️⃣kms 🌸🦋🌸 THIS WALK IS GRADED AS: 👀 looking for whales with many vantage points, and it’s easy. 🌸☀️🌸 GET OUT POINTS: the entire way 🌸🚦🌸 TRANSPORT: Ferry to Watsons Bay, bus from Coogee beach in all directions 🌸✈️🌸 GENERAL HOUSEKEEPING: 🌸💃🌸 IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO BRING A FRIEND PLEASE MESSAGE ME, unfortunately only the 2 legged kind, and not the 4 legged kind are included. 🌸🥰🌸 I am always open to suggestions if there is a destination/hike/walk you’d like to do…just message me 🌸 👣🌸 A heads up for newcomers and first timers. Our walking group is a fabulous Melting Pot of cultures, backgrounds, professions and life experiences. We love our Walks. We are INCLUSIVE OF EVERYONE………if you’re: kind, nice, fun, polite and respectful. 🌸😘🌸 On that note…. In recent times my walks are at capacity, which I’m capping at 40. Regulars, regardless of numbers are always welcome….just PM me if you’re on a waitlist. 🌸♥️🌸 We walk at a medium pace of 4kms per hour, stopping for breaks and to take in the views. It is a reasonable expectation that the group stays together. It is your responsibility to stay in line of sight. If you cannot walk at this pace, I will let you know of the next get out point. This is not negotiable. 🌸🐌🌸 As this is a walking group, bikes, ebikes, scooters, escooters, and pogo sticks are not compatible or welcome. 🌸👣🌸 Grading for my walks:
Easy: Mainly flat, suburban, loads of get out points, up to 14kms.
Easy-Medium: some stairs, a few uneven surfaces, up to 15kms.
Medium: Stairs, rocks, coastal beaches/sand, ups, downs, get out points limited, up to 17kms
Medium-Hard: uneven surfaces, need to take extreme care and be hike fit. Few get out points. Tracks, uneven surfaces, steep inclinations and limited resources. 🌸👯‍♀️🌸 WALKING GUIDELINES & RESPONSIBILITIES: 🌸✍️🌸 Carry sufficient food and water (2 litres) for the expected conditions of the walk. Pls don’t separate from the group, unless you let someone know, preferably me. The waitlist is completely discretionary….reliable regulars will ALWAYS be included. 🆗……….If you are a no show, you will not be welcome to join a future walk with me. (It’s a courtesy kind of thing). If people are on the waitlist, it is also very inconsiderate. Marking yourself as “Not Going” within 2 hours of departure does not allow reasonable time to notify anyone on the waitlist. 🌸🙅‍♀️🌸 On the odd occasion, the walk may change from the schedule, due to weather, unforeseen track obstacles OR emergency situations. 🌸🤞🌸 Please make sure your conversation is always courteous to other group members. 🌸😍🌸 PS…. IF YOUR ID PIC IS OF A COFFEE CUP, YOUR DOG OR CAT, A VIEW, and not a picture of you…You’ll stay waitlisted. 🌸❌🌸 SAFETY WARNING: Please stay away from cliff edges and be very careful when walking on wet and slippery rocks and surfaces. Stay within sight of the group at all times. 🌸🔴🟢⚫️🟠🔵🟡🟣🟤🌸 DISCLAIMER: Your health and safety is our priority, we take care to minimize risk and avoid accidents and injuries. However, Organizers and Hosts are not responsible for your health and safety and do not accept any liability for accidents and injuries that may occur during Meetup activities and events. Please take responsibility for your own safety and belongings. By RSVP to this event you and your guests agree to comply with the terms and conditions of the Aussie Explorers Meetup group which can be found in the link below: https://www.meetup.com/Aussie-Explorers/pages/28346396/Terms_and_Conditions_of_joining_Aussie_Explorers 🌸☀️🌸 HAPPY WALKING 🍃🌸🌿🌸🌿🌸🍃 xxLisa

Whale Hike! Cronulla, Captain Cook's Landing, Kamay Nat'l Park to a GREAT PUB!!!

**Cronulla, Kurnell, and "[Cook at Kurnell"](https://www.cookatkurnell.com.au/) (pub)** is part of Sydney not many have been to. Trust me, this hike is one you'll want to do. With the whales coming north, the cliff faces are the perfect viewing point(s) in June. If you've come on our Macmasters Beach to Killcare Beach & **Hardy’s Hideaway Pub** it’s in a similar spirit. If you missed it? Here’s your second chance at a memorable session... **Cronulla Beach to Kurnell / Kamay Botany National Park to the site of Captain Cook’s Landing to… “Cook at Kurnell”** for food and drinks. It's a 14.86kms hike. Imagine this: *“Hey Davo. Grandpa died. He left us the beach property. Let’s put some booze and beer kegs into his VW van and make a service window. And let’s empty out his trailer and put a kitchen in it. We’ll add picnic tables, umbrellas, live music and open a beach bar called Cook at Kurnell.”* Who knows if that's true. But **Cook at Kurnell** is exactly that kind of joint… **I’ve been to the bar – love it. I’ve done an hour hike to Kurnell – love it. And I love the Tozzi family who owns it.** **So? Grab my arm, and join me.** **[JOIN OUR WHATSAPP GROUP HERE](https://chat.whatsapp.com/FZiGipXk9kY5mqLh49wGa2)**[.](https://chat.whatsapp.com/C2OLdpsxYQo3Y88VDZlUvI) Team, please stop here. After you hit attend, come back to the event page - click on the link, and join the whatsapp group. It's a must for this event. **THE DETAILS:** **Driving?** 950am Find free parking at Greenhills Outdoor Basketball Court. [MAP](https://www.google.com/maps/place/Greenhills+Outdoor+Basketball+Court/@-34.0410587,151.1619584,18.4z/data=!4m6!3m5!1s0x6b12b7efeb0b90db:0xa5dae16610e8dcb7!8m2!3d-34.0409667!4d151.1622065!16s%2Fg%2F11k0sl0ngh?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI1MDUyMS4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D) 951am to 10am You'll see those that took the train arrive from the bus. **1010am Hike starts!!!** **Public Transport?** 987 bus leaves from Cronulla Station at 945am, dropping at our hike start at 951am. **Do NOT miss that bus.** I'll meet you all at Cronulla Station at 940am. Find me. Trains arrive every 10minutes. Coffee and bathrooms are right there. Bus to the starting point. **1010am Hike Starts!** **After the pub finish, 987 bus is right by Cook @ Kurnell that drops:** a) Close to the basketball courts (for drivers); b) Drops us train riders back at Cronulla Station. Easy! Winding through **Cronulla dunes** **and onto the beach** we’ll elevate into **Kamay Botany National Park**… I’m not going to write a lot about it. It’s absolutely beautiful. Cliffs. Ocean. Views. It’s 10/10 (look at the pics from the last hike). It’s medium-hard with some uphill bits but nothing crazy difficult. 14.5kms so be fit, healthy, and bring some good energy and thirst for a beer or two. See you for an epic hike and pub! MJ **______________________________________________________** **THE DETAILS.** **WHATSAPP.** You’re not 100% confirmed until you’re in the whatsapp group. Join it 'cause we love it, and we use it! Click on the link (above) – if not, sadly you’ll be removed from the event on MeetUP. **Cancels / No shows.** Treat your RSVP like a restaurant reservation. *No show / cancel on the day?* That restaurant is my hiking group – you won’t be welcomed in the future. Respect and manners matter as I put my credit card down for your reservation. Double booked with another group? Come on… be kind. **Gratuity.** $10 PayID or Cash. **Safety.** Let’s chat, let’s have some laughs… but let’s be safe. **Fitness.** Yup. Fitness matters for all of our hikes – especially if we are going into National Park. **Guests.** Bring mates, dates, co-workers. **Good energy, smiles, and laughs…** Bring ‘em all! You’re joining the most fun hiking group in Sydney. ***In pressing the “Attend” button for this hike, you acknowledge that:*** a) You are healthy and fit to complete the hike describe; b) You have read and will follow [NSW National Parks Bushwalking Safety Guidelines](https://www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/safety/bushwalking-safety) for this hike; c) You have no chronic / underlying health issues that deter you from completing this hike; d) You understand your host is just that – your host, not a professional hiker – and that you and you alone are responsible for your hiking health, safety, and wellness; e) You’ve been advised to download the “Emergency Plus App” and f) You’ve been advised to obtain individual [hiking insurance from 1Cover](https://www.1cover.com.au/adventure-travel-insurance/hiking-trekking/?utm_source=google&utm_source_platform=gads&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=13564994076&utm_term=adventure%20travel%20insurance&gclsrc=aw.ds&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=13564994076&gbraid=0AAAAAD_bfRAu6Io5ZkHeiIYCP_evtsQ_z&gclid=CjwKCAjwz5nGBhBBEiwA-W6XRLm8Itjn1am8sdPMxVhBtRmsDOWkolLlVATJcXW5jW-9JgB7hb9kMhoC7M0QAvD_BwE). g) Over 60yrs old, and new to the group? Send me a note first please.

Sydney to North Ryde (GREAT NORTH WALK) 14km Easy/Medium Grade-2

This walk is the southern most stretch of the Great North Walk exploring scenic and historic urban areas around Woolwich and Hunters Hill, and the bush and mangrove wetlands as well as some dry eucalyptus forest alongside the Lane Cove River. Starting at the birth place of modern Sydney we enjoy a ferry ride across the harbour, passing the Opera House and heading under the Harbour Bridge. Once on land at Woolwich we explore the streets and some lovely pockets of remnant bushland of this peninsula before coming to open area near Boronia Park. We then follow the Great North Walk along Lane Cove River through more challenging terrain before finishing the walk at North Ryde Station by 2:30pm. TRANSPORT OPTION: 9:45pm ferry from Circular Quay Wharf 5 Side A, arriving at Woolwich Wharf at 10:08pm. (Check Opal Trip Planner for updates). BRING: 2 litres of water, hydralyte tablets, snacks, lunch, rain gear, sun protection, first aid kit, Bushmans reppellant, hiking shoes. GRATUITY: There will be a $10 gratuity for this event in cash or via PAY ID: 0412797279 JBehattin OR BSB: 062-236 Account: 1018 6269. ALL MEMBERS MUST HAVE NOTIFICATIONS TURNED ON IN THEIR SETTINGS SO YOU CAN RECEIVE NOTIFICATIONS OF EVENTS UPDATES, CHANGES OR COMMENTS AND PLEASE ALWAYS CHECK THE EVENT DETAILS THE NIGHT BEFORE! NOTE: Please ensure you abide by physical distancing rules and wear a mask on public transport and wherever appropriate. If you are feeling unwell or unfit please stay home! Limit of 30 people only for safety so please only RSVP if 100% committed to attend! There is no excuse for not updating your RSVP in a timely manner for those on the waitlist to be able to attend. Accumulative NO-SHOWS, late cancellations, and members who display disrespectful or inappropriate behaviour will be banned from the group. Members who show up for events inadequately packed with essential supplies will not be allowed to attend the event for their own health and safety. Walks are graded according to the difficulty of the terrain and access to exit points. Bushwalking is a skill. Members are responsible for assessing their own fitness and experience level before attending an event. All members are responsible for exercising duty of care for themselves and others. Be conservative for safety! Please contact me if you have any questions or concerns: 0412797279. Please message me your name and number so you may be contacted in an emergency or any other problem during the event. SAFETY WARNING: Please stay away from cliff edges and be very careful when walking on wet and slippery rocks and surfaces. Please stay within sight of the group at all times and do not walk in front of the leader. If you lose sight of the leader, STOP AND WAIT! If you get lost you are on your own and must find your own way out. If you see any potential health or safety problems, please ask the people involved to be careful and not risk accidents or injuries to themselves and other people. And please communicate with the group and the leader any problems! Immediately! So we can Stop! Access! Respond! DISCLAIMER: Your health and safety is our priority and we take care to minimize risk and avoid accidents and injuries. However, Organizers and Hosts are not responsible for your health and safety and do not accept any liability for accidents and injuries that may occur during Meetup activities and events. Please take responsibility for your own safety and belongings. By RSVPing to this event you and your guests agree to comply with the terms and conditions of the Easy Pace Adventures Meetup group.

Friday Nite Hike! Stunning 7kms Taronga Zoo to Balmoral Beach Hike! Beer too!

Nite hikes are super fun, and we've done a couple so let's do it again! We'll hike post-sunset **Taronga Zoo towards Balmoral Beach** while talking shit and licking our beautiful city then head up to the lovely Buena Hotel in Mosman (one of my favourite Lower North Shore pubs) for a great pub meal. ***Taronga to Balmoral***. It’s an Aussie fahkin' beauty of a due to its diversity… Of course the ***ferry ride from CQuay to Taronga (ferry leaves at 545pm - be early*** is amazing, and the first stint of the walk transports you to another part of Australia – it’s a rainforest start to ***Bradley’s Head*** with perfect views of ***Sydney Opera House / Harbour Bridge***. Turning the corner we’ll stop at a secluded beach then carry on to ***Taylor’s Bay*** – the greenery / plant life there will amaze all. [NOTE: YOU MUST JOIN OUR WHATSAPP GROUP FOR THIS EVENT HERE.](https://chat.whatsapp.com/EjKueK9RY6DJzKL6roTpGm) From there the walk heads to ***Chowder Bay***, one of the coolest little beaches that not many Sydneysiders know of. There’s a café / bathroom stop there, then up the only real incline to ***George’s Head***: a historic military spot with the most picture perfect view from Manly to the CBD. We head back into the bush for a 15min walk to the ***Balmoral Stairs*** that will guide us down to Balmoral Beach. ***(SAFETY NOTE: I'm recommending a head lamp if you don't have one, just for safety reasons. Get to KMart... they are $10. Your mobile phone's flashlight will be fine too.)*** Post-food / drinks you have many transport options from Balmoral Beach / The Buena to get back home or to Wynyard. I'll guide you. Oh, stay tuned for location to meet at 530pm. I'll be at a pub from 5pm around Circular Quay warming up... join from 5pm-530pm then we'll walk to the ferry wharf as a team. See you for a fun Friday session! MJ **_____________________________________________________** **THE DETAILS.** **WHATSAPP.** You’re not 100% confirmed until you’re in the whatsapp group. Join it 'cause we love it, and we use it! Click on the link (above) – if not, sadly you’ll be removed from the event on MeetUP. **Cancels / No shows.** Treat your RSVP like a restaurant reservation. *No show / cancel on the day?* That restaurant is my hiking group – you won’t be welcomed in the future. Respect and manners matter as I put my credit card down for your reservation. Double booked with another group? Come on… be kind. **Gratuity.** $10 PayID or Cash. **Safety.** Let’s chat, let’s have some laughs… but let’s be safe. **Fitness.** Yup. Fitness matters for all of our hikes – especially if we are going into National Park. **Guests.** Bring mates, dates, co-workers. **Good energy, smiles, and laughs…** Bring ‘em all! You’re joining the most fun hiking group in Sydney. ***In pressing the “Attend” button for this hike, you acknowledge that:*** a) You are healthy and fit to complete the hike describe; b) You have read and will follow [NSW National Parks Bushwalking Safety Guidelines](https://www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/safety/bushwalking-safety) for this hike; c) You have no chronic / underlying health issues that deter you from completing this hike; d) You understand your host is just that – your host, not a professional hiker – and that you and you alone are responsible for your hiking health, safety, and wellness; e) You’ve been advised to download the “Emergency Plus App” and f) You’ve been advised to obtain individual [hiking insurance from 1Cover](https://www.1cover.com.au/adventure-travel-insurance/hiking-trekking/?utm_source=google&utm_source_platform=gads&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=13564994076&utm_term=adventure%20travel%20insurance&gclsrc=aw.ds&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=13564994076&gbraid=0AAAAAD_bfRAu6Io5ZkHeiIYCP_evtsQ_z&gclid=CjwKCAjwz5nGBhBBEiwA-W6XRLm8Itjn1am8sdPMxVhBtRmsDOWkolLlVATJcXW5jW-9JgB7hb9kMhoC7M0QAvD_BwE). g) Over 60yrs old, and new to the group? Send me a note first please.

Killarney Hills, Killarney

We are doing the Iconic Killarney Hills. I hope you can make it. We will meet on Cook Street in Forestville. This is a long hike covering mountain bike tracks, and incorporating lots of steps and undulations. We get a great break on the water at the halfway mark; this hike is all within the Garigal National Park. Poles are recommended. The first part of this hike is just under 10KM, but there is always an extension if you are tempted. Find our more at [HIKEFit.au](https://sterlingfitness.com.au/hike-training-in-sydney/) #HIKEFit #HIKINGINSYDNEY #HIKESYDNEY #SYDNEYHIKING

BEGINNER SOCCER - Five Dock Park 10a.m.

Timbrell has been closed for renovations and will remain closed for some time. An announcement will be made one hour before the event if we have to cancel because of the weather. You can also check the Canada Bay Council website to see if they have closed Five Dock Park. [Canada Bay Field Closures](https://www.canadabay.nsw.gov.au/lifestyle/sports-and-recreation/wet-and-recreation) If you cannot find us, please call 0451815319. **This group is usually FREE to attend, we DO NOT charge an annual fee to play in our events.** However, every 6 months a $2 donation will be asked for help to pay for the subsrciption costs. **You will still get to keep on playing whether you donate or not, it is only a request.**

Bouldering and Drinks (Beginners Welcome!)

Sydney Social Climbers is a group of social climbing enthusiasts who also enjoy a beer and a chat. We meet every Thursday 6:15PM, at Nomad Annandale climbing gym. **Schedule** 6:15PM - 6:30PM - Meet and Greet 6:30PM -8:15PM - Climbing 8:15PM-8:20PM - Regroup and leave for Pub 8:20PM Onwards - Dinner & Drinks at The Annandale Hotel **What is Bouldering?** Bouldering is rock climbing without ropes or harnesses. The challenge is to climb short but tricky routes using balance, technique, and strength. It's a high-intensity exercise that strengthens many of the major muscles of the body, and in particular your core, back, shoulders, arms, hands, and grip. It can also help improve your sport climbing technique. Bouldering routes are set for beginners and up to advanced climbers at the gym. Whatever your level, we welcome everyone! **Cost:** No meetup charge, Gym entry is a discounted price of $18 including shoes hire (regular price of $25, tell the gym staff you're with the meetup when checking in and they'll check you off this list) *Gym Membership options available in store* **What to bring / wear:** Clothes comfortable for exercising Climbing shoes (free shoes hire for meetup members - ask staff)

Classic Harbour Walk - CBD to Taronga Zoo – 13km Medium/Easy

**Classic Harbour Walk - CBD to Taronga Zoo – 13km Easy** We meet at **Wynyard Train Station,** just outside the ticket barrier near MacDonalds, **by 10:30AM**. From there we head off for the **Sydney Harbour Bridge,** and through **Kirribilli** to the former **Submarine Base Platypus** where we stop for a short lunch break and use of the bathrooms, **NO SHOP AT OUR LUNCH STOP, SO PACK YOUR FOOD!** After lunch we head off for **Cremorne Point**, Mosman and through **Sirius Cove** before heading around the perimeter of **Taronga Zoo,** ending our walk at the ferry wharf for a quick ferry ride back to Circular Quay. We should complete the walk by about 3:30pm. **Distance:** 13km **Type of Walk:** Excellent and scenic Sunday workout! **Difficulty:** Easy/Medium. Plenty of get-out points. **Walking Pace:** We will maintain a steady pace and average 4 km per hour. **Meeting Place and Transport:** Meet at Wynyard Train Station, near MacDonalds, no later than 10:30AM. **What to bring:** Trail runners/trainers; 1.5 litres of water, refill available along the way; hydrolytes; snacks and lunch; light rain jacket depending on conditions; sunscreen and a cap or hat with a wide brim. **Suggested Donation:** $10 **Pub:** TBA By RSVPing to this event, you (and your guests) agree to and are bound by the terms and conditions of SOMG which you can view here: [Sydney Outdoors Meetup Group Discussions](https://www.meetup.com/sydney-outdoors-meetup-group/discussions/?eventOrigin=home_groups_you_organize) If you have any questions, please leave a comment below. I look forward to seeing you on this walk. I will post my mobile number closer to the day. Ted.

Mt Banks Summit via One Trail Loop Hike