Practice 3 day bushwalk @ Frazer Beach via Catherine Hill Bay

Saturday 26th September, Sunday 27th September and Monday 28th September during the NSW public school holidays.

Please note we are reaching out for Registered Adult Helpers, Rovers, Adults Leaders and Fellowship to support on these days. All adults on site must be registered with Scouts NSW. Ideally 2 or more adult members to join with Tristan and a minimum of 5 youth to proceed.

Child safety is our number one priority at Scouts NSW. Therefore, all Adult Helpers are thoroughly screened, undergo a Police Check, must hold a valid, verified Working With Children Check and undertake two online training modules to ensure the safety of our youth members.

Prerequisites: OAS bushwalking and camping 3 + some nights camping + have practiced carrying an overnight pack + developing knowledge of bush toileting and hygiene + developing knowledge of water purification.

Munmorah State Conservation Area

https://www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/camping-and-accommodation/campgrounds/frazer-campground

Possible itinerary

Saturday, 26 September 2026
10:31 AM | Depart Strathfield Station (Platform 3) Route: CCN (Central Coast & Newcastle Line) toward Newcastle. 

12:49 PM | Arrive Adamstown Station (Platform 2) Transfer: Walk ~2 min (159m) to Park Ave opp Adamstown Station (Stop ID: 2289103). 

01:01 PM | Depart Adamstown Station (Bus 14) Route: 14 toward Swansea Heads. 

01:49 PM | Arrive Bowman St opp Swansea Library 02:05 PM | Depart Swansea Library (Bus 99) Route: 99 toward Lake Haven.

02:20 PM | Arrive Rural Fire Station, Flowers Dr Stop: Catherine Hill Bay (Stop ID: 2281188).

Saturday Afternoon
02:30 PM | Arrival Prep & Water
Walk from the Fire Station to the public toilets/fountain on Flowers Drive or Surf Circle Park. This is your last chance for potable water.

Inland Route Summary
Distance: ~8.5 km. Time: 2.5 to 3 hours (Estimated arrival at camp: 5:30 PM – 6:00 PM).
Terrain: Wide, hard-packed gravel fire trails and sandy tracks.
Difficulty: Moderate (easier and faster than the Grade 5 coastal rock scramble).

Township (0.5 km): Start at the Rural Fire Station bus stop. Walk south on Flowers Drive and refill all water at Surf Circle Park.

Fire Trail Entry (1.5 km): Pass the historic cemetery and enter the Moonee Beach Track. This wide trail runs parallel to the coast but stays inland.

Mid-Point (4.5 km): Cross the back of Moonee Beach. Follow the inland management trails to maintain a steady 4 km/h pace.

Final Descent (1.5 km): Navigate the Grass Tree Track. This is the steepest section; use the fire trail to drop directly into Frazer Campground.

Sunday & Monday Summary

Sunday: Explore Snapper Point (whale watching) and view the Pink Caves from the headland during low tide (~11:30 AM).

Monday: Hike 8.5 km back to the Rural Fire Station stop. Catch the return Bus 99 (check Monday times, typically departures around 02:22 PM) to begin your trip back to Central.

Learning focus:

• develop communication/teamwork
• develop confidence/physical ability to carry a loaded pack
• develop independence and knowledge of daily routines on overnight and multi day hikes

Warmer temps and humidity, moving to the coast due to increased fire risk inland.

Water can be refilled from safe water sources on the route, either purification tablets or a water filter are recommended

Toilets are available at campgrounds