Belmont Lagoon Spit Walk

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1 Hr

3.2 km Return


10 m

Moderate track

The Belmont Lagoon Spit walk in Belmont is a quiet relaxing walk surrounded by water. This walk is best completed in the early morning or late afternoon, when the bird life is most active. You may see Black Swans, Spoon Bills and if you are lucky, the migratory Bar Tailed Godwit. This walk is close to Redhead Beach and could happily be combined with a dip or a beach stroll. The Belmont Lagoon is a sanctuary for wildlife in the area.


Maps for the Belmont Lagoon Spit Walk walk

You can download the PDF for this walk to print a map.
These maps below cover the walk and the wider area around the walk, they are worth carrying for safety reasons.

Swansea 1:25 000 Map Series 92314N SWANSEA NSW-92314N
Lake Macquarie 1:100 000 Map Series 9231 LAKE MACQUARIE 9231

Cross sectional view of the Belmont Lagoon Spit Walk bushwalking track

Analysis and summary of the altitude variation on the Belmont Lagoon Spit Walk

Overview of this walks grade – based on the AS 2156.1 – 2001

Under this standard, a walk is graded based on the most difficult section of the walk.

Length 3.2 km
Time 1 Hr
.

Grade 3/6

Moderate track

AS 2156.1 Gradient Gentle hills with occasional steps (2/6)
Quality of track Clear and well formed track or trail (2/6)
Signs Directional signs along the way (3/6)
Experience Required No experience required (1/6)
Weather Weather generally has little impact on safety (1/6)
Infrastructure Generally useful facilities (such as fenced cliffs and seats) (1/6)

Some more details of this walks Grading

Here is a bit more details explaining grading looking at sections of the walk

Gradient

Around 880m of this walk has gentle hills with occasional steps, whilst the remaining 730m is flat with no steps.

Quality of track

This whole walk, 1.6km follows a clear and well formed track or trail.

Signs

This whole walk, 1.6km has directional signs at most intersection.

Experience Required

This whole walk, 1.6km requires no previous bushwalking experience.

weather

This whole walk, 1.6km is not usually affected by severe weather events (that would unexpectedly impact safety and navigation).

Infrastructure

This whole walk, 1.6km is close to useful facilities (such as fenced cliffs and seats).

Similar walks

A list of walks that share part of the track with the Belmont Lagoon Spit Walk walk.


Other Nearby walks

A list of walks that start near the Belmont Lagoon Spit Walk walk.


Plan your trip to and from the walk here

The Belmont Lagoon Spit Walk walk starts and ends at the Belmont Lagoon (Beach St Car Park) (gps: -33.048223, 151.65833)
Your transport options to Belmont Lagoon (Beach St Car Park) are by;
Bus. (get details)
Car. There is free parking available.
(get details)

Fire Danger


Each park may have its own fire ban, this rating is only valid for today and is based on information from the RFS Please check the RFS Website for more information.

Weather Forest

This walk starts in the Hunter weather district always check the formal BOM forecast or pdf before starting your walk.


Forecast snapshot

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Awabakal Viewpoint Walk

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30 mins

948 m Return


10 m

Hard track

This short walk from the Awabakal car park out to the Awabakal Viewpoint offers a relaxing walk through native forest, with a quiet and secluded viewpoint at the end. The native heath throughout this walk is particularly attractive when in flower (July to October). Why not take a blanket and enjoy a picnic at the viewpoint? This short walk takes you to a lovely viewpoint through native forest and is recommended.


Maps for the Awabakal Viewpoint Walk walk

You can download the PDF for this walk to print a map.
These maps below cover the walk and the wider area around the walk, they are worth carrying for safety reasons.

Wallsend 1:25 000 Map Series 92323S WALLSEND NSW-92323S
Newcastle 1:100 000 Map Series 9232 NEWCASTLE 9232

Cross sectional view of the Awabakal Viewpoint Walk bushwalking track

Analysis and summary of the altitude variation on the Awabakal Viewpoint Walk

Overview of this walks grade – based on the AS 2156.1 – 2001

Under this standard, a walk is graded based on the most difficult section of the walk.

Length 948 m
Time 30 mins
.

Grade 4/6

Hard track

AS 2156.1 Gradient Gentle hills with occasional steps (2/6)
Quality of track Formed track, with some branches and other obstacles (3/6)
Signs Minimal directional signs (4/6)
Experience Required Some bushwalking experience recommended (3/6)
Weather Weather generally has little impact on safety (1/6)
Infrastructure Limited facilities, not all cliffs are fenced (3/6)

Some more details of this walks Grading

Here is a bit more details explaining grading looking at sections of the walk

Gradient

This whole walk, 470m has gentle hills with occasional steps.

Quality of track

This whole walk, 470m follows a formed track, with some branches and other obstacles.

Signs

Around 340m of this walk has minimal directional signs, whilst the remaining 140m has directional signs at most intersection.

Experience Required

This whole walk, 470m requires some bushwalking experience.

weather

This whole walk, 470m is not usually affected by severe weather events (that would unexpectedly impact safety and navigation).

Infrastructure

This whole walk, 470m has limited facilities (such as not all cliffs fenced).

Similar walks

A list of walks that share part of the track with the Awabakal Viewpoint Walk walk.


Other Nearby walks

A list of walks that start near the Awabakal Viewpoint Walk walk.


Plan your trip to and from the walk here

The Awabakal Viewpoint Walk walk starts and ends at the Awabakal Car Park (end of Ocean St, Dudley) (gps: -32.99527, 151.72749)
Your transport options to Awabakal Car Park (end of Ocean St, Dudley) are by;
Bus. (get details)
Car. There is free parking available.
(get details)

Fire Danger


Each park may have its own fire ban, this rating is only valid for today and is based on information from the RFS Please check the RFS Website for more information.

Weather Forest

This walk starts in the Hunter weather district always check the formal BOM forecast or pdf before starting your walk.


Forecast snapshot

Park Information & Alerts

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Short URL = http://wild.tl/avw

Gallery images
There are other downloads I am still working on.
You will probably need to login to access these — still all free.
* KML (google earth file)
* GPX (GPS file)

Special Maps/ brochures
* A3 topo maps
* PDF with Lands Topo map base
* PDF with arial image (and map overlay)
I wanted to get the main site live first, this extra stuff will come in time.
Happy walking
Matt 🙂




Northern Redhead Beach Walk

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30 mins

1.2 km Circuit


15 m

Hard track

This circuit walk starts at Webb Park and briefly travels on the Owens Walkway, before walking along the beautiful Redhead Beach to the Redhead SLSC. The rock cliffs at the northern end of Redhead Beach are inspiring and attractive to walk underneath. The walk returns to Webb Park via the SLSC car park, crossing a small creek (feet will get wet) and arriving back on the Owens Walkway and Webb Park. This walk is a good way to experience the northern end of Redhead Beach.


Maps for the Northern Redhead Beach Walk walk

You can download the PDF for this walk to print a map.
These maps below cover the walk and the wider area around the walk, they are worth carrying for safety reasons.

Swansea 1:25 000 Map Series 92314N SWANSEA NSW-92314N
Lake Macquarie 1:100 000 Map Series 9231 LAKE MACQUARIE 9231

Cross sectional view of the Northern Redhead Beach Walk bushwalking track

Analysis and summary of the altitude variation on the Northern Redhead Beach Walk

Overview of this walks grade – based on the AS 2156.1 – 2001

Under this standard, a walk is graded based on the most difficult section of the walk.

Length 1.2 km
Time 30 mins
.

Grade 4/6

Hard track

AS 2156.1 Gradient Short steep hills (3/6)
Quality of track Rough track, where fallen trees and other obstacles are likely (4/6)
Signs Minimal directional signs (4/6)
Experience Required Some bushwalking experience recommended (3/6)
Weather Weather generally has little impact on safety (1/6)
Infrastructure Limited facilities (such as cliffs not fenced, significant creeks not bridged) (4/6)

Some more details of this walks Grading

Here is a bit more details explaining grading looking at sections of the walk

Gradient

Around 820m of this walk is flat with no steps, whilst the remaining 350m has short steep hills.

Quality of track

Around 660m of this walk follows a rough track, where fallen trees and other obstacles are likely, whilst the remaining 510m follows a smooth and hardened path.

Signs

Around 850m of this walk has minimal directional signs, whilst the remaining 320m is clearly signposted.

Experience Required

Around 660m of this walk requires some bushwalking experience, whilst the remaining 510m requires no previous bushwalking experience.

weather

This whole walk, 1.2km is not usually affected by severe weather events (that would unexpectedly impact safety and navigation).

Infrastructure

660m of this walk has limited facilities (such as cliffs not fenced, significant creeks not bridged) and another 320m is close to useful facilities (such as fenced cliffs and seats). The remaining (190m) has limited facilities (such as not all cliffs fenced).

Similar walks

A list of walks that share part of the track with the Northern Redhead Beach Walk walk.


Other Nearby walks

A list of walks that start near the Northern Redhead Beach Walk walk.


Plan your trip to and from the walk here

The Northern Redhead Beach Walk walk starts and ends at the Webb Park Car Park and Picnic Area (gps: -33.013028, 151.71603)
Your transport options to Webb Park Car Park and Picnic Area are by;
Bus. (get details)
Car. There is free parking available.
(get details)

Fire Danger


Each park may have its own fire ban, this rating is only valid for today and is based on information from the RFS Please check the RFS Website for more information.

Weather Forest

This walk starts in the Hunter weather district always check the formal BOM forecast or pdf before starting your walk.


Forecast snapshot

Park Information & Alerts

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Short URL = http://wild.tl/nrbw

Gallery images
There are other downloads I am still working on.
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* KML (google earth file)
* GPX (GPS file)

Special Maps/ brochures
* A3 topo maps
* PDF with Lands Topo map base
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I wanted to get the main site live first, this extra stuff will come in time.
Happy walking
Matt 🙂




Cain’s Timber Bridge Viewpoint Walk

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30 mins

1.3 km Return


4 m

Very easy

This walk takes you beside the Owens wetland and then finishes at a lovely timber bridge over the Owens Creek. You are likely to see many birds on this walk, particularly if you do the walk in the early morning or late afternoon when the birds are most active. This walk is wheelchair accessible and even has a possible shortcut, ending at the western end of Cain St. This walk makes for a pleasant stroll at anytime of the year.


Maps for the Cain’s Timber Bridge Viewpoint Walk walk

You can download the PDF for this walk to print a map.
These maps below cover the walk and the wider area around the walk, they are worth carrying for safety reasons.

Swansea 1:25 000 Map Series 92314N SWANSEA NSW-92314N
Lake Macquarie 1:100 000 Map Series 9231 LAKE MACQUARIE 9231

Cross sectional view of the Cain’s Timber Bridge Viewpoint Walk bushwalking track

Analysis and summary of the altitude variation on the Cain’s Timber Bridge Viewpoint Walk

Overview of this walks grade – based on the AS 2156.1 – 2001

Under this standard, a walk is graded based on the most difficult section of the walk.

Length 1.3 km
Time 30 mins
.

Grade 1/6

Very easy

AS 2156.1 Gradient Flat, no steps (1/6)
Quality of track Smooth and hardened path (1/6)
Signs Clearly signposted (1/6)
Experience Required No experience required (1/6)
Weather Weather generally has little impact on safety (1/6)
Infrastructure Generally useful facilities (such as fenced cliffs and seats) (1/6)

Some more details of this walks Grading

Here is a bit more details explaining grading looking at sections of the walk

Gradient

This whole walk, 640m is flat with no steps.

Quality of track

This whole walk, 640m follows a smooth and hardened path.

Signs

This whole walk, 640m is clearly signposted.

Experience Required

This whole walk, 640m requires no previous bushwalking experience.

weather

This whole walk, 640m is not usually affected by severe weather events (that would unexpectedly impact safety and navigation).

Infrastructure

This whole walk, 640m is close to useful facilities (such as fenced cliffs and seats).

Similar walks

A list of walks that share part of the track with the Cain’s Timber Bridge Viewpoint Walk walk.


Other Nearby walks

A list of walks that start near the Cain’s Timber Bridge Viewpoint Walk walk.


Plan your trip to and from the walk here

The Cain’s Timber Bridge Viewpoint Walk walk starts and ends at the Owens Walkway Car Park (Off Cain Street) (gps: -33.015551, 151.71216)
Your transport options to Owens Walkway Car Park (Off Cain Street) are by;
Bus. (get details)
Car. There is free parking available.
(get details)

Fire Danger


Each park may have its own fire ban, this rating is only valid for today and is based on information from the RFS Please check the RFS Website for more information.

Weather Forest

This walk starts in the Hunter weather district always check the formal BOM forecast or pdf before starting your walk.


Forecast snapshot

Park Information & Alerts

Comments


 



Short URL = http://wild.tl/ctbvw

Gallery images
There are other downloads I am still working on.
You will probably need to login to access these — still all free.
* KML (google earth file)
* GPX (GPS file)

Special Maps/ brochures
* A3 topo maps
* PDF with Lands Topo map base
* PDF with arial image (and map overlay)
I wanted to get the main site live first, this extra stuff will come in time.
Happy walking
Matt 🙂




Awabakal Coastal Walk

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45 mins

1.9 km One way


21 m

Hard track

This walk traverses the Awabakal Nature Reserve. Starting from Dudley in the north, this walk travels south through coastal heath and forest, until coming to Redhead. The vegetation throughout this walk is particularly attractive during the wildflower season of July to October. The side trip out to the Awabakal Viewpoint gives great views to the north along the coastline. A car shuffle would be ideal for this one-way walk. The walking tracks are a little overgrown, but if you like native forest and heath, or simply flowers, then this is the walk for you.


Maps for the Awabakal Coastal Walk walk

You can download the PDF for this walk to print a map.
These maps below cover the walk and the wider area around the walk, they are worth carrying for safety reasons.

Wallsend 1:25 000 Map Series 92323S WALLSEND NSW-92323S
Swansea 1:25 000 Map Series 92314N SWANSEA NSW-92314N
Newcastle 1:100 000 Map Series 9232 NEWCASTLE 9232
Lake Macquarie 1:100 000 Map Series 9231 LAKE MACQUARIE 9231

Cross sectional view of the Awabakal Coastal Walk bushwalking track

Analysis and summary of the altitude variation on the Awabakal Coastal Walk

Overview of this walks grade – based on the AS 2156.1 – 2001

Under this standard, a walk is graded based on the most difficult section of the walk.

Length 1.9 km
Time 45 mins
.

Grade 4/6

Hard track

AS 2156.1 Gradient Gentle hills with occasional steps (2/6)
Quality of track Rough track, where fallen trees and other obstacles are likely (4/6)
Signs Minimal directional signs (4/6)
Experience Required Some bushwalking experience recommended (3/6)
Weather Weather generally has little impact on safety (1/6)
Infrastructure Limited facilities, not all cliffs are fenced (3/6)

Some more details of this walks Grading

Here is a bit more details explaining grading looking at sections of the walk

Gradient

This whole walk, 1.9km has gentle hills with occasional steps.

Quality of track

Around 1.6km of this walk follows a rough track, where fallen trees and other obstacles are likely, whilst the remaining 320m follows a formed track, with some branches and other obstacles.

Signs

Around 1.8km of this walk has minimal directional signs, whilst the remaining 140m has directional signs at most intersection.

Experience Required

This whole walk, 1.9km requires some bushwalking experience.

weather

This whole walk, 1.9km is not usually affected by severe weather events (that would unexpectedly impact safety and navigation).

Infrastructure

This whole walk, 1.9km has limited facilities (such as not all cliffs fenced).

Similar walks

A list of walks that share part of the track with the Awabakal Coastal Walk walk.


Other Nearby walks

A list of walks that start near the Awabakal Coastal Walk walk.


Plan your trip to and from the walk here

The Awabakal Coastal Walk walk starts at the Awabakal Car Park (end of Ocean St, Dudley) (gps: -32.99527, 151.72749)
Your transport options to Awabakal Car Park (end of Ocean St, Dudley) are by;
Bus. (get details)
Car. There is free parking available.
(get details)

The Awabakal Coastal Walk ends at the Int of Awabakal Walk & Collier St, Redhead (gps: -33.010777, 151.72498)
Your transport options to Int of Awabakal Walk & Collier St, Redhead are by;
Bus. (get details)
Car. There is free parking available.
(get details)

Fire Danger


Each park may have its own fire ban, this rating is only valid for today and is based on information from the RFS Please check the RFS Website for more information.

Weather Forest

This walk starts in the Hunter weather district always check the formal BOM forecast or pdf before starting your walk.


Forecast snapshot

Park Information & Alerts

Comments


 



Short URL = http://wild.tl/acw

Gallery images
There are other downloads I am still working on.
You will probably need to login to access these — still all free.
* KML (google earth file)
* GPX (GPS file)

Special Maps/ brochures
* A3 topo maps
* PDF with Lands Topo map base
* PDF with arial image (and map overlay)
I wanted to get the main site live first, this extra stuff will come in time.
Happy walking
Matt 🙂




The Ken and Audrey Owens Walkway

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1 Hr

2.4 km Return


20 m

Very easy

This walk follows a series of concrete and timber footpaths through the pleasant coastal area. This walk starts and finishes at the Webb Park Picnic Area, which has good facilities and shops nearby. The Owens Walkway has been made in conjunction with the Redhead Landcare group. This walk is great for those wanting to explore the area in a wheelchair or with a pram. There are a few alternate exits along the way if you wish to make the walk shorter.


Maps for the The Ken and Audrey Owens Walkway walk

You can download the PDF for this walk to print a map.
These maps below cover the walk and the wider area around the walk, they are worth carrying for safety reasons.

Swansea 1:25 000 Map Series 92314N SWANSEA NSW-92314N
Lake Macquarie 1:100 000 Map Series 9231 LAKE MACQUARIE 9231

Cross sectional view of the The Ken and Audrey Owens Walkway bushwalking track

Analysis and summary of the altitude variation on the The Ken and Audrey Owens Walkway

Overview of this walks grade – based on the AS 2156.1 – 2001

Under this standard, a walk is graded based on the most difficult section of the walk.

Length 2.4 km
Time 1 Hr
.

Grade 1/6

Very easy

AS 2156.1 Gradient Flat, no steps (1/6)
Quality of track Smooth and hardened path (1/6)
Signs Clearly signposted (1/6)
Experience Required No experience required (1/6)
Weather Weather generally has little impact on safety (1/6)
Infrastructure Generally useful facilities (such as fenced cliffs and seats) (1/6)

Some more details of this walks Grading

Here is a bit more details explaining grading looking at sections of the walk

Gradient

This whole walk, 1.2km is flat with no steps.

Quality of track

This whole walk, 1.2km follows a smooth and hardened path.

Signs

This whole walk, 1.2km is clearly signposted.

Experience Required

This whole walk, 1.2km requires no previous bushwalking experience.

weather

This whole walk, 1.2km is not usually affected by severe weather events (that would unexpectedly impact safety and navigation).

Infrastructure

This whole walk, 1.2km is close to useful facilities (such as fenced cliffs and seats).

Similar walks

A list of walks that share part of the track with the The Ken and Audrey Owens Walkway walk.


Other Nearby walks

A list of walks that start near the The Ken and Audrey Owens Walkway walk.


Plan your trip to and from the walk here

The The Ken and Audrey Owens Walkway walk starts and ends at the Webb Park Car Park and Picnic Area (gps: -33.013028, 151.71603)
Your transport options to Webb Park Car Park and Picnic Area are by;
Bus. (get details)
Car. There is free parking available.
(get details)

Fire Danger


Each park may have its own fire ban, this rating is only valid for today and is based on information from the RFS Please check the RFS Website for more information.

Weather Forest

This walk starts in the Hunter weather district always check the formal BOM forecast or pdf before starting your walk.


Forecast snapshot

Park Information & Alerts

Comments


 



Short URL = http://wild.tl/wtbvw

Gallery images
There are other downloads I am still working on.
You will probably need to login to access these — still all free.
* KML (google earth file)
* GPX (GPS file)

Special Maps/ brochures
* A3 topo maps
* PDF with Lands Topo map base
* PDF with arial image (and map overlay)
I wanted to get the main site live first, this extra stuff will come in time.
Happy walking
Matt 🙂




The Redhead Owens Walkway Circuit

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1 Hr

3.2 km Circuit


26 m

Hard track

This walk visits the Owens Wetland on the Owens Walkway, before entering Redhead Beach and walking north to the Redhead SLSC. The cliffs to the north are worth a closer look. The walk then returns via the Redhead Beach car park, crossing a creek (your feet will get wet) and following the Owens Walkway back to the start of the walk. A good walk that gives an excellent sense of the northern end of Redhead.


Maps for the The Redhead Owens Walkway Circuit walk

You can download the PDF for this walk to print a map.
These maps below cover the walk and the wider area around the walk, they are worth carrying for safety reasons.

Swansea 1:25 000 Map Series 92314N SWANSEA NSW-92314N
Lake Macquarie 1:100 000 Map Series 9231 LAKE MACQUARIE 9231

Cross sectional view of the The Redhead Owens Walkway Circuit bushwalking track

Analysis and summary of the altitude variation on the The Redhead Owens Walkway Circuit

Overview of this walks grade – based on the AS 2156.1 – 2001

Under this standard, a walk is graded based on the most difficult section of the walk.

Length 3.2 km
Time 1 Hr
.

Grade 4/6

Hard track

AS 2156.1 Gradient Short steep hills (3/6)
Quality of track Rough track, where fallen trees and other obstacles are likely (4/6)
Signs Minimal directional signs (4/6)
Experience Required Moderate level of bushwalking experience recommended (4/6)
Weather Storms may impact on navigation and safety (3/6)
Infrastructure Limited facilities (such as cliffs not fenced, significant creeks not bridged) (4/6)

Some more details of this walks Grading

Here is a bit more details explaining grading looking at sections of the walk

Gradient

Around 2.5km of this walk is flat with no steps, whilst the remaining 750m has short steep hills.

Quality of track

Around 1.9km of this walk follows a rough track, where fallen trees and other obstacles are likely, whilst the remaining 1.3km follows a smooth and hardened path.

Signs

Around 2.1km of this walk has minimal directional signs, whilst the remaining 1.1km is clearly signposted.

Experience Required

1.3km of this walk requires no previous bushwalking experience and another 1.1km requires some bushwalking experience. The remaining (850m) requires a leader a with moderate level of bushwalking experience.

weather

Around 1.8km of this walk is not usually affected by severe weather events (that would unexpectedly impact safety and navigation), whilst the remaining 1.4km is affected by storms that may impact your navigation and safety.

Infrastructure

1.3km of this walk has limited facilities (such as cliffs not fenced, significant creeks not bridged) and another 1.1km is close to useful facilities (such as fenced cliffs and seats). The remaining (750m) has limited facilities (such as not all cliffs fenced).

Similar walks

A list of walks that share part of the track with the The Redhead Owens Walkway Circuit walk.


Other Nearby walks

A list of walks that start near the The Redhead Owens Walkway Circuit walk.


Plan your trip to and from the walk here

The The Redhead Owens Walkway Circuit walk starts and ends at the Owens Walkway Car Park (Off Cain Street) (gps: -33.015551, 151.71216)
Your transport options to Owens Walkway Car Park (Off Cain Street) are by;
Bus. (get details)
Car. There is free parking available.
(get details)

Fire Danger


Each park may have its own fire ban, this rating is only valid for today and is based on information from the RFS Please check the RFS Website for more information.

Weather Forest

This walk starts in the Hunter weather district always check the formal BOM forecast or pdf before starting your walk.


Forecast snapshot

Park Information & Alerts

Comments


 



Short URL = http://wild.tl/2o

Gallery images
There are other downloads I am still working on.
You will probably need to login to access these — still all free.
* KML (google earth file)
* GPX (GPS file)

Special Maps/ brochures
* A3 topo maps
* PDF with Lands Topo map base
* PDF with arial image (and map overlay)
I wanted to get the main site live first, this extra stuff will come in time.
Happy walking
Matt 🙂