Ahearn Lookout Traditional Cache

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GammaPiSigma: Walked out to do some night photography of the Nattai River valley from the great lookouts along the Ahearn Track. So I decided while I was out in the area I would remove this cache as it is in contravention of NPWS policy.

Thanks to all the finders, we hope you enjoyed the opportunity to go to a great spot in one of my favourite bushwalking areas.

Regards,
GammaPiSigma.

[This entry was edited by GammaPiSigma on Saturday, February 27, 2010 at 3:15:18 PM.]

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Hidden : 9/9/2007
Difficulty:
1.5 out of 5
Terrain:
4.5 out of 5

Size: Size: small (small)

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Geocache Description:


Well it’s time for GammaPiSigma to place a real bush cache. Located along the Nattai River is the Nattai Wilderness. A rugged area protected by its’ status as part of the upper Warragamba Dam catchment. Most walks into this area involve some serious descents/ascents.

Up until a couple of years ago Ahearn Lookout could only accessed by a lengthy and challenging cross-country route which was only known by a few. But someone decided that a run out to the lookout with a Bobcat would make it easier and a new walking track was born. This caused no end of fuss and the authorities were not impressed. But for you and me it now means a much easier trip to the lookout. There are other lookouts in this area but in my opinion Ahearn is by far the best, providing sweeping views along the Nattai River valley it is well worth the trip.

Warnings:
The return trip is approx 12kms over undulating country; take plenty of water, food, and safety equipment.
The weather can change rapidly so be prepared for it.
The cliffs at the lookout are around the 100metre mark. If you fall off the chances of survival are low to none and rescue/recovery will not occur quickly.
The Hill Top (8929-2-N) topographic map covers this area and you should take a copy with you and know how to use it.

Track Notes:
Parking is available here - S34 17.830 E150 25.729.
At the national park information sign there should be a walkers book, you should put your name into the book.
Walk through the gate and continue along Nattai Rd (11E fire trail).
Turn left at the sign for Starlight’s Trail.
Turn left onto Rocky Waterholes Ck Trail – S34 18.225 E150 24.747. There is no sign for this trail but a clear track branches off to the left (south). The right hand branch is the continuation of the Starlight’s Trail.
Turn right onto the Ahearn Lookout Trail at – S34 18.296 E150 24.717.
We stopped for morning tea here – S34 18.162 E150 23.986.
Great lookout just off the main trail here – S34 17.919 E150 23.246
Cache can be found at – S34 18.041 E150 23.054.
When you get back make sure you note in the walkers book that you have returned.

OK, that’s it from us. Enjoy this walk into the Nattai Wilderness.

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