For many years, Dharawal has been my trail running playground, and there are few if any places that I have not visited within it. After being introduced to caching last year, I thought that this would be a great way to show others what a great place this is. So here it is. One of three that the NPWS have graciously permitted me to place here. If everything goes to plan, they will permit me to place others here as well.
This cache is located near one of the 5 knotched weirs built by Sydney water within the area now known as Dharawal National Park in the 1920’s. They were built to measure the flow of the various creeks to determine if they were suitable to dam for a sustainable water supply. Fortunately for us, they were not!
Dharawal National Park was formed in March 2012 after having been zoned as a Conservation Area in April 1996. For 70 years before this, the 70 Hectare site was owned by Sydney Water, and was once considered as a possible water catchment for Sydney, thereby keeping the area untouched for an extended period.
When accessing the National Park, please remember to park only in the areas provided by the NPWS, walk only on formed trails, take suitable amounts of water and food if required, and wear good trail shoes. Importantly, a reasonable level of fitness and agility is required to access this cache. There is a steep hill with loose gravel and uneven surfaces which will present a hazard for those not adequately prepared. Most of all, soak up the surroundings of this hidden gem, and consider searching other trails in Dharawal National Park.
For more information: https://www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/things-to-do/walking-tracks/jingga-walking-track
http://www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/visit-a-park/parks/dharawal-national-park