Tag Archives: Newnes

North Wolgan Canyoning 11 – 13 January 2021

I headed up the mountains with Bob for four days of canyoning. We first went to the Wolgan Valley. The plan was to camp in the valley and do day trips to various canyons. On the way to Newnes, we … Continue reading

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Canyoning at Newnes on the Long Weekend 24 – 26 January 2015

Wendy had organised a trip to Newnes for some canyoning. She planned to head up there on the Saturday afternoon – so some of us went up early with the intention of visiting an easy canyon. In the first group … Continue reading

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Wolgan River Walk – 27 – 29 December 2014

This was another walk organised by Wendy. As well as myself, she was joined by Keith and Peter. Our aim was to walk down the Wolgan River and if possible check out some features near the Annie Rowan Creek junction. … Continue reading

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Red Rocks Walk 20-21 September 2014

It was time to head out to Newnes and walk up to the Red Rocks for a high camp. In the party, as well as myself, were John, Chuin Nee and Jasper, and also Digi Dave, Stacey and Rik. We … Continue reading

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The Red Rocks – Anzac Super Long Weekend

The Red Rocks is a geographical place name for the cliff line of the Capertee Valley between Mt Dawson along to Point Nicholson and then to Point Anderson. These cliffs generally face west, and so the massive sandstone bluffs are … Continue reading

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Canyoning at Newnes – 9-10 February 2013

It was Dan’s birthday and he had organised for a big group to join him in celebrating at Newnes in the Wolgan Valley. Both days of the weekend we visited nearby canyons. On Saturday, we broke into smaller groups and … Continue reading

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Red Rocks Walk

A bushwalker friend, Dave, was on a short visit from his work overseas and had organised a walk for SUBW to the Red Rocks near Newnes. This is one of my favourite bushwalking places. Easy to get to, great views, … Continue reading

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Canyoning at Newnes

Sarah had organised a weekend of canyoning at Newnes and with a good weather forecast (at last!!!) it was easy to decide to join the party. As well as Sarah, there was James, Dan, Kate and Rob and Disco joined … Continue reading

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Canyoning at Newnes

Newnes in the Wolgan Valley is a great place for a lot of outdoor activities. Its good place for bushwalking, mountain biking, rock climbing and canyoning. Earlier in January I spent an enjoyable weekend camping at Newnes with a group … Continue reading

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