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作者: bushwalker 时间: 27-11-2011 22:13
标题: 18 of best day walks in Australia by Australian Geographic
本帖最后由 bushwalker 于 21-7-2013 19:53 编辑

WHETHER YOU'RE A SEASONED hiker or a weekend warrior, there are plenty of amazing day walks around Australia. From casual ambling by coastal trails to scaling sea stacks or volcanic domes, there's something for everyone.

So grab your picnic blanket, day pack and walking shoes and get outside to these 18 places:

Source: Australian Geographic

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作者: bushwalker 时间: 27-11-2011 22:15
1. Grand Canyon
Blue Mountains, New South Wales

13.5 km; 5 hrs; moderate

Deep chasms and towering waterfalls reward walkers who make the effort to explore the Blue Mountains National Park. The sandstone cliffs create a dramatic backdrop to this walk, which leaves from the visitor centre. At the 1.8 km mark, Govetts Leap Lookout provides a prime lunch spot with breathtaking scenery. There is a steep descent into a gorge to access Grand Canyon. Turn right at Greaves Creek and follow the canyon, as the sandstone walls become deeper and closer, crossing the creek multiple times. After about 500 m, well-formed steps lead out and towards a 10 m tunnel.

[ 本帖最后由 bushwalker 于 27-11-2011 22:17 编辑 ]

作者: bushwalker 时间: 27-11-2011 22:18
2. Coomera Circuit, Lamington National Park, Qld
17.5 km; 8 hrs; moderate

If you love waterfalls (and can stand leeches), head to Lamington National Park’s Coomera Circuit walk which will lead you to the best the park has to offer: Coomera Falls. This scenic walk crosses the river six times, treats hikers to numerous smaller falls, weaves in and out of eucalypt forest, and follows a cliff top. From the Coomera Lookout, 5.4 km from the start of the circuit, and which hangs over the edge of a cliff, breathtaking views can be enjoyed of Coomera Falls, Yarrabilgong Falls (150m) and the 160 m deep Coomera Gorge.

[ 本帖最后由 bushwalker 于 27-11-2011 22:19 编辑 ]

作者: bushwalker 时间: 27-11-2011 22:20
3. The Canyon Walk, Kings Canyon, NT
6 km; 3–4 hrs; hard

Kings Canyon is the main drawcard for visitors to Watarrka National Park. Featuring 100 m ancient sandstone cliffs and lush pockets of vegetation that contrast to the arid desert surrounding them, the best way to enjoy the spectacle is on the Canyon Walk. The track starts with a challenging, steep climb to the ridge, then follows the rim before descending back to the car park. About halfway along, hikers are offered reprieve at the Garden of Eden where waterholes, green plants and cool shade dots the ridge. Walk in a clockwise direction and be careful walking in the hotter months between September and May.

[ 本帖最后由 bushwalker 于 27-11-2011 22:22 编辑 ]

作者: bushwalker 时间: 27-11-2011 22:23
4. Wineglass Bay to Hazards Beach, Tas
12 km; 4.5 hrs; moderate

Wineglass Bay regularly sits atop the most beautiful beaches list of travel magazines and websites worldwide. Viewing the beach from the lookout marks the start of this walk and many visitors never venture further than the lookout, but those who leave the crowds behind will be rewarded with one of Australia’s finest coastal walks. Enjoy the white beach, the crystal clear waters, a walk through the low marshy isthmus, a dune-locked lagoon system, and the unique bare granite outcrops of the Hazards. Remember, keep your eyes out the local dolphin population and migrating whales.

[ 本帖最后由 bushwalker 于 27-11-2011 22:25 编辑 ]

作者: bushwalker 时间: 27-11-2011 22:26
5. Pinnacles Desert, WA
5 km; 2 hrs; easy

Thousands of limestone pinnacles, some as tall as 3.5 m, rise from the desert sands and are the major attraction of the Nambung National Park. As well as the walk, there are multiple viewing decks which can be accessed by car, and allow even non-walking visitors to fully appreciate these natural wonders. From the interpretive centre, walk along the road to the easy before turning left at a fork to enjoy a fantastic vista at the viewing deck 1.3 km in. Along North Spur is a collection of pinnacles called the Milk Bottles, which shouldn’t be missed. A further 700 m on is the tallest pinnacle.

[ 本帖最后由 bushwalker 于 27-11-2011 22:27 编辑 ]

作者: bushwalker 时间: 27-11-2011 22:28
6. Mt Anne and Eliza Plateau, Tas
15 km; 7–8 hrs; HARD

Regarded as Tasmania’s premier day walk, Mt Anne (1423 m) attracts experienced bushwalkers to its imposing sheer dolerite faces and spectacular views. Amazing scenery across Tasmania’s World Heritage-listed Southwest National Park awaits walkers determined enough to endure the very steep final ascent and often inclement weather. The walk begins at Condominium Creek before meandering through exposed plateaus, temperate rainforest and finally the slightly technical and highly exposed climb on the final ascent. Considered a photographers paradise the views on a clear day have to be seen to be believed.

[ 本帖最后由 bushwalker 于 27-11-2011 22:32 编辑 ]

作者: bushwalker 时间: 27-11-2011 22:33
7. Mt Warning, NSW
8.8 km; 4.5 hrs; moderate

What is now known as Mt Warning is actually the ancient remnants of a volcano, which last erupted about 23 million years ago, leaving behind a crater 30 km in diameter. The walk up to the summit begins as well-graded track with many steps zigzagging along the steep sides all the way up to the rim. For the last short steep ascent, a hand-held chain assists walkers up a scrambly rock face, so a head for heights and reasonable fitness is required. Four viewing decks on the summit provide 360-degree views over the Gold Coast, the Tweed River and as far south as Cape Byron.

[ 本帖最后由 bushwalker 于 27-11-2011 22:36 编辑 ]

作者: bushwalker 时间: 27-11-2011 22:36
8. Barrk Sandstone Bushwalk, NT
12 km; 4-5 hrs; moderate

This walk is a spectacular prelude to walking in the Kakadu National Park. The walk takes in two of the most important Aboriginal rock art sites in this internationally famous area. Offering an insight into the ancient cultural heritage of the area this walk will challenge you. To see first hand and spend time among such special examples of a bygone era is indeed humbling. The walk starts and finishes at the base of Nourlangie Rock (Burringgui) offering a great circuit walk that traverses over this spectacular sandstone outcrop. Wonderful views across wooded vistas are broken only by steep gullies and rocky hillocks. Start early and ensure you have plenty of water.

[ 本帖最后由 bushwalker 于 27-11-2011 22:38 编辑 ]

作者: bushwalker 时间: 27-11-2011 22:39
9. Cape Hillsborough, Qld
9 km; 4 hrs; easy

Check tide times before you leave on this walk as sharp rocks and deadly stingers in summer mean crossing through water can be dangerous. Most of the walk follows Beachcombers Cove Beach and Casuarina Beach, where hand-reared kangaroos visit regularly to be fed chaff (avoid feeding them other food, though). The cape boasts plenty of other wildlife, including wallabies, kookaburras, fruit bats, crabs, turtles, dolphins, birds and 25 species of butterfly. This gentle walk features views of black volcanic sea cliffs, a deep rock pool and tropical forest.

[ 本帖最后由 bushwalker 于 27-11-2011 22:40 编辑 ]

作者: bushwalker 时间: 27-11-2011 22:40
10. Mt Gower, NSW
8.5 km; 7 hrs; hard

East of northern NSW’s coast and just 11 km long, Lord Howe Island is a tourism gem. Attempting Mt Gower (875 m) is only permitted with a licensed guide, who charges a fee, but is a useful source of information about local flora and fauna. Walks are conducted from Lagoon Road a few times a week during busy season. A particularly treacherous section involves crossing a 500 m long ledge, with a 150 m sheer drop to the sea on one side. The 4.25 km climb to the summit is steep and strenuous. Keep an eye out for the rare and flightless Lord Howe Island woodhen that calls the summit home.

[ 本帖最后由 bushwalker 于 27-11-2011 22:42 编辑 ]

作者: bushwalker 时间: 27-11-2011 22:43
11. Bluff Knoll, WA
6.2 km; 3 hrs; moderate

Rising up from the green, Bluff Knoll looks like an almost impossible feat, but a well-defined track that winds through the gap between Bluff Knoll and Coyanarup Peak will take you to the summit. It is southern WA’s highest mountain at 1095 m, is often shrouded with cloud and sometimes even gets a dusting of snow. From the Bluff Knoll car park, the walk squeezes between the cliffs and, before reaching the summit proper, a side track offers great views across lakes and Coyanarup Peak. About 10 minutes walk further on is Bluff Knoll summit.

[ 本帖最后由 bushwalker 于 27-11-2011 22:44 编辑 ]

作者: bushwalker 时间: 27-11-2011 22:45
12. Sealers Cove Track, Wilson's Prom, Vic
20.4 km; 6-7 hrs; moderate

Wilson’s Promontory has been enjoyed by generations of walkers, campers and kayakers alike. The Sealers Cove Track traverses most of the peninsula, taking you across nearly every ecosystem found in the Prom. Leaving from the Mt Oberon car park the track climbs onto Windy Saddle offering views of the east and west coasts of the Prom. The track then descends through rainforest and fern-ridden gullies, crossing a couple of shady streams, before meandering through a wetland expanse and onto the beautiful Sealers Cove.

[ 本帖最后由 bushwalker 于 27-11-2011 22:46 编辑 ]

作者: bushwalker 时间: 27-11-2011 22:47
13. Kata Tjuta, NT
7.4 km; 3 hrs; moderate

Formed from granite, gneiss and basalt, and spread across 35 sq. km, 32 red domes (some up to 450 m high) are waiting to be explored at Kata Tjuta via the Valley of the Winds walk. To gain an insight into the significance of this site to Aboriginal people, visit the cultural centre near Uluru. The weather can be hot and windy and the track can be tricky with vast sections of loose rocks and steep descents. From the car park climb to the Karu Lookout. The track then enters one of the deepest chasms before heading to the Karingana Lookout, one of the most spectacular sections of the walk.

[ 本帖最后由 bushwalker 于 27-11-2011 22:48 编辑 ]

作者: bushwalker 时间: 27-11-2011 22:49
14. Raoul View to Tunnel Bay, Tas
12.6 km; 5 hrs; moderate

Winding its way perilously along cliff-rim outlooks, the Cape Raoul Track boasts beautiful views, rocky outcrops and an impressive tunnel – an arched sea cave shaped into a long corridor. Don’t miss the Cape Raoul Track lookout, which is about 400 m above sea level and offers a great panorama to Cape Raoul, the Raoul Bay cliffs and distant islands. Head back to take the Tunnel Bay Track, which will give fantastic views of Shep Stern Bluff before leading you down to Tunnel Bay, where you can explore the tunnel and fossick amo

[ 本帖最后由 bushwalker 于 27-11-2011 22:51 编辑 ]

作者: 熏肉大饼 时间: 27-11-2011 22:52
第一个来排队的？

作者: bushwalker 时间: 27-11-2011 22:59
15. Carnarvon Gorge, Qld
20 km; 8 hrs; easy

As if the Carnarvon Gorge itself wasn’t enough to entice you to central Queensland, two caves – Cathedral and Art Gallery – also offer beautiful Aboriginal stencil work. To escape the heat, the gorge’s sheer cliffs offer shade, waterholes and little rainforest oases along the way. The walk to Cathedral Cave is part of the Carnarvon Great Walk, a seven-day journey that begins in the gorge. Start at the eastern end of the gorge and keep an eye out for king ferns, whose fronds can grow up to 5 m long. They’re especially plentiful in Ward’s Canyon.

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作者: Fernando 时间: 27-11-2011 23:00
还没贴完，插队插队

作者: bushwalker 时间: 27-11-2011 23:00
16. Macushla to Cape Richards, Qld
7 km (one way); 3.5 hrs; easy

Exploring Hinchinbrook Island is made simple with this meandering walk through rainforest and along the coast via sandy beaches – just beware the crocodiles. The walk sets off from Macushla Point and passes two prominent rocks, called the Two Sisters, which jut out from the ocean. Take a break at the 2 km long North Shepherd Beach, which offers shade and relatively safe swimming. Don’t miss the lookout platform as you enter the resort, or taking a short detour to the coral-fragment littered Turtle Beach.

[ 本帖最后由 bushwalker 于 27-11-2011 23:09 编辑 ]

作者: bushwalker 时间: 27-11-2011 23:00
17. Rosewood Creek Circuit, Dorrigo, NSW
7.5 km; 4 hrs; moderate

Starting from the Never Never Picnic Area, this walk explores the subtropical rainforest of Dorrigo National Park. Although most of the track isn’t difficult, steep sections near the Cedar and Coachwood falls, which offer spectacular views, make it tougher than the usual easy walks. Take a side track and cool off at the bottom of Cedar Falls, but watch your step crossing the slippery rocks. From here, the forest turns into warm temperate rainforest and Coachwood Falls is a further 1 km down the main track, with another deep pool at the top of the falls suitable for cooling off with another refreshing dip.

[ 本帖最后由 bushwalker 于 27-11-2011 23:12 编辑 ]

作者: bushwalker 时间: 27-11-2011 23:00
18. Bouddi Coast Walk, NSW
13km (return); 5 hrs; moderate

The coastal strip of Bouddi National Park is a little gem, tucked away on the Central Coast north of Sydney. The park is home to rugged headlands, tall eucalypt forests, sparse heath lands, sandstone ridgelines, beautiful beaches and hidden coves. Spectacular views stretch across rock plateaus and a foaming shoreline to the distant skyline of the Sydney CBD. This walk is considered to be one of the best examples of the coastal environments of the greater Sydney region. Quiet beaches await walkers including the beautiful Maitland Bay and the protected cove of Little Beach, the furthest northern point of the walk. Maitland Bay provides the opportunity to view the S.S. Maitland shipwreck, depending on the prevailing tides. The historic wreck is best seen at low tide. Leave extra time to swim and enjoy the views on this thoroughly enjoyable walk.

[ 本帖最后由 bushwalker 于 27-11-2011 23:15 编辑 ]

作者: 熏肉大饼 时间: 27-11-2011 23:11
19，
20
甩卖楼花

作者: 熏肉大饼 时间: 27-11-2011 23:13
看错了，原来只有18楼。
我的19，20成了违章建筑了。

作者: holi 时间: 27-11-2011 23:19
标题: 回复 #23 熏肉大饼的帖子
我省只有一个,而入围的那个我走过, 不能称为我省第一.看来我待错地方了.

作者: Fernando 时间: 27-11-2011 23:22
话说Lord Howe Island 如雷贯耳，大家一起包机去吧

作者: bushwalker 时间: 27-11-2011 23:25
我们中的一些人或多或少走了十八个中的一些，这些track难易不等，但都可以一天走完。

但从悉尼到这些track的起点有些不是太容易的。

作者: 插里 时间: 27-11-2011 23:29
一直想跟悉尼登上帮一起走走，4小时左右，中等难度的适合我。

作者: bushwalker 时间: 27-11-2011 23:30

原帖由 holi 于 27-11-2011 23:19 发表

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我省只有一个,而入围的那个我走过, 不能称为我省第一.看来我待错地方了.

All of 18 are day-walk only.

There may be some great multi-days-walk in Victoria.

作者: TWLYWW 时间: 28-11-2011 00:05
俺只去过5个track, 不过Tas那两个这个christmas会去呀。
争取跟着Peter先把NSW的走走。

作者: Viola 时间: 28-11-2011 00:25

原帖由 Fernando 于 2011-11-27 22:22 发表

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话说Lord Howe Island 如雷贯耳，大家一起包机去吧

前两天看过介绍那里有一种发光珊瑚

作者: hgtforhgt 时间: 28-11-2011 21:43
Not bad, I wanna joint to!

作者: 到处流浪 时间: 28-11-2011 22:20

原帖由 Fernando 于 27-11-2011 23:22 发表

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话说Lord Howe Island 如雷贯耳，大家一起包机去吧

2006年去过但没徒步，只钓鱼了

机票不便宜往返至少1200刀

作者: stillying1983 时间: 30-11-2011 21:13
好帖，收藏了，以后一个一个走

作者: visiting 时间: 30-11-2011 23:25
GOOD

作者: bushwalker 时间: 31-12-2011 10:20
How many of 18 could we make in 2012?

作者: ozbird 时间: 7-1-2012 21:29

原帖由 Fernando 于 27-11-2011 23:22 发表

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话说Lord Howe Island 如雷贯耳，大家一起包机去吧

是呀，地方是不错，距离也不远，可惜太贵了，比那些远的地方还贵很多。

作者: bushwalker 时间: 22-3-2012 23:30
we will pick up some of these 18, nearby Sydney, to walk in April, May and June 2012.

作者: 游遍天下QZ 时间: 23-3-2012 00:34
非常专业的照片

作者: bushwalker 时间: 12-5-2012 17:45
We will do at least one of them during Queen's Birthday long weekend June 9-11 2012.

作者: KYLIE2008 时间: 12-5-2012 18:38
hi, peter 长周末计划去哪？

作者: bushwalker 时间: 12-5-2012 20:08

原帖由 KYLIE2008 于 12-5-2012 17:38 发表

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hi, peter 长周末计划去哪？

17th, near Coff Harbour

作者: KYLIE2008 时间: 12-5-2012 21:54
那地方我们当年去过， freeoz最早组织的活动，记得那次认识江苏小伙和熏肉大饼，不过我们是开车去的，还迷了路，傍晚赶回coffs harbour，大家吃饭的时候， forever的夫人点的龙虾。。。印象深刻

那地方风景优美，以多瀑布著称

看看今年是否有时间。。。

作者: abdias 时间: 13-5-2012 13:51
SA竟然一个都没有....

作者: 我无聊 时间: 13-5-2012 14:43
刚查了一下11日才是女王生日呀，为啥不选择这天去呢？

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17th, near Coff Harbour

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作者: bushwalker 时间: 14-5-2012 12:26

原帖由 KYLIE2008 于 12-5-2012 17:38 发表

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hi, peter 长周末计划去哪？

We are going to Coffs Harbour for June 9-11 2012, Queens Birthday long weekend in NSW,

and walk at
Muttonbird Island
17th of 18 day track (above) and
other a few short tracks at several national park next Coffs Harbour

in addition to see waterfalls

We will stay in holiday park/appartment or caravan park at Coff Harbour for every night.

See June 9-11 2012 walking nearby Coffs Harbour fore more details.

[ 本帖最后由 bushwalker 于 14-5-2012 15:38 编辑 ]

作者: 我无聊 时间: 14-5-2012 17:05
这个应该要置顶.

作者: bushwalker 时间: 13-6-2012 10:51

原帖由 bushwalker 于 27-11-2011 22:00 发表

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17. Rosewood Creek Circuit, Dorrigo, NSW
7.5 km; 4 hrs; moderate

Starting from the Never Never Picnic Area, this walk explores the subtropical rainforest of Dorrigo National Park. Although most of ...

12 of us walked this track on June 10 2012.

Rosewood Creek Circuit plus part of Blackbutt Track is about 11 KM with over +600/-600 meters. We walked for 5.5 hours.

作者: bushwalker 时间: 13-6-2012 10:54
Red Cadar Falls along Rosewood Creek Circuit Track

See #1247-1258 of Sydneyhiking Club for more photos.

[ 本帖最后由 bushwalker 于 13-6-2012 09:56 编辑 ]

作者: bushwalker 时间: 13-6-2012 11:06

原帖由 bushwalker 于 27-11-2011 21:15 发表

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1. Grand Canyon
Blue Mountains, New South Wales

13.5 km; 5 hrs; moderate

Deep chasms and towering waterfalls reward walkers who make the effort to explore the Blue Mountains National Park. ...

I will walk the track including part of 1st of 18 on July 21 2012,

Govetts Leap - Pulpit Rock - Perrys Lookdown - Blue Gum Forest - Lockleys Pylon – Blue Gum Forest –Junction Rock - Govetts Leap

Spectacular views of the Govetts Gorge and Grose, as well as a quick trip thru the Blue Gum Forest. This will be a reasonably fast paced walk so please make sure that your fitness is up to it. (If you don’t know what a 600m ascent is, then this isn’t the walk for you!)

It is about 22 KM with Ascents and descents of both over 1,500 meters.

Please contact me for more details if you think you are fit enough and you are keen to join.

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作者: KYLIE2008 时间: 18-10-2012 23:20
这个壮观，

作者: bushwalker 时间: 19-10-2012 10:06
Let us make top 1 and 18 near Sydney

on Nov 11, Dec 9 or Dec 12 2012 if possible.

It is compulsory to be the member of Sydneyhiking Club before joining walks. The Sydneyhikng Register Form could be obtained from petercai08@hotmail.com

Please consider your own fitness before joining this walk. The organizer reserves all the rights to make selection of suitable participant

Outdoor activities carry their own risks of injury and death. The Organizer has no any control over what the participant does, and cannot accept any liability for any loss or accidents which the participant might suffer.

[ 本帖最后由 bushwalker 于 19-10-2012 10:52 编辑 ]

作者: bushwalker 时间: 1-12-2012 16:36
Let us make the first one

Grand Canyon

on Dec 2 2012

The meeting time and place

09:30 AM Dec 2 2012 (Sunday) at Car Park of Evens Lookout (the end of Evens Lookout Road of Blackhealth)
[map]https://maps.google.com.au/maps?saddr=Sydney+NSW&daddr=Evans+Lookout+Rd&hl=en&ll=-33.762024,150.742035&spn=0.666745,1.472168&sll=-33.764307,150.696716&sspn=0.666727,1.472168&geocode=FSE5-_0dTjwDCSk_dJrzOJgSazFQqDIWaH0BAw%3BFeqX_v0d2Mf1CA&oq=sydn&t=h&mra=ls&z=10[/map]

It is compulsory to be a member of Sydneyhiking Club before joining this great walk.

Please consider your own fitness before joining this walk. The organizer reserves all the rights to make selection of suitable participant

Outdoor activities carry their own risks of injury and death. The Organizer has no any control over what the participant does, and cannot accept any liability for any loss or accidents which the participant might suffer.

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作者: bushwalker 时间: 2-12-2012 14:58
Finally the first one "Grand Canyon" has been done with different experience.

See #1595-1606 of Sydneyhiking Club for more ......

作者: bushwalker 时间: 21-7-2013 20:32
本帖最后由 bushwalker 于 21-7-2013 19:52 编辑

It was not surprising that Why Australian Geographic list

"Grand Canyon Blue Mountains, New South Wales"

as the top 1 of 18 day walk in Australia.

On July 19 2013, middle winter, ten of us walked in such great place where only 1.5 hours away from Sydney.

It was amazing to see a lot of waterfalls in addition to valley, canyon and mountains and so on.

作者: 牧马人 时间: 16-8-2013 18:16
Lamington居然有一条排在第二。去过lamington几次了，可惜这条路被洪水冲了一直都没开

作者: bushwalker 时间: 16-8-2013 20:42

牧马人发表于 16-8-2013 17:16

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Lamington居然有一条排在第二。去过lamington几次了，可惜这条路被洪水冲了一直都没开

There are many great day walks within of 200 KM of Brisbane.

作者: 牧马人 时间: 16-8-2013 22:58

bushwalker 发表于 16-8-2013 19:42

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There are many great day walks within of 200 KM of Brisbane.

I believe I can cover all the good full day tracks in less than 1 year.

作者: bushwalker 时间: 9-10-2013 19:47
Grand Canyon, we will see you again on Oct 12 2013, and beautiful face in Spring.

作者: bushwalker 时间: 20-10-2014 15:17
Grand Canyon, we will see you again in late November or early December 2014.

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