When the winter blues set in and the comfort of a drink seems appealing, Beneficial Beer has your back with a curated list of the best winter adventures in NSW. Whether you're a thrill seeker, explorer, or just want to show winter who's boss, all it takes is one sip and step into the unknown. Find winter hiking routes, adrenaline sports and more below.
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Hiking Adventures in NSW
Calling all trailblazers. NSW's hiking scenes the perfect in the winter, allowing you to dodge the summer sweats and stay healthy with a couple of cans of Beneficial and some amazing routes to take them on.
Bouddi Coastal Walk: The stunning 8km Bouddi Coastal Walk from Putty Beach to MacMasters Beach offers beautiful beaches, boardwalks, and birdlife. Fancy a mid-hike dip? Maitland Bay's your spot, and keep your eyes peeled for whales too.
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Byangee Walls Track, Morton National Park: With views of the 840m high Castle, Pigeon House Mountain, and the Clyde Valley, this is one of NSW's best hiking spots in the Budawangs Range. Pack your camera and your can-do attitude!
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Bermagui Coastal Walk: Coastal bushland, sandy beaches, and enough lookouts to make your eyes awe, this coastal walk is both scenic and tranquil. Check out the Murunna Point and the Blue Pool.
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Lyrebird Loop Walk: Ideal for families, the Lyrebird Loop Walk in Minnamurra Rainforest Centre takes about an hour to complete. Located in Budderoo National Park, this lush rainforest is perfect for a stroll with children.
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Drawing Room Rocks Bushwalk: These rock formations in Barren Grounds Nature Reserve are created by the weathering of Hawkesbury Sandstone. The stunning views and intriguing geology make this a must-visit for nature enthusiasts.
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Hot Air Ballooning Over the Hunter Valley
Experience a sunrise flight over misty vineyards followed by a champagne breakfast. Hunter Valley Ballooning offers premium hot air ballooning experiences, with flights available year-round, seven days a week.
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Scenic Lookouts to Elevate Your Winter
Jamberoo Lookout: Cruising along Jamberoo Mountain Road? Keep your eyes peeled for this hidden gem on the escarpment, offering a stunning panorama of rolling hills and the Pacific Ocean. Arriving at dawn or dusk offers a serene hue of reds and oranges that tinge the lush green tundra and crisp air.
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Stanwell Tops Lookout: From Bald Hill, there are expansive views south towards Wollongong and the iconic Sea Cliff Bridge. This spot is a major hang-gliding point along the Grand Pacific Drive.
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Govett's Leap Lookout, Blue Mountains: These mountains show off sandstone escarpments, sheer cliff walls, deep canyons and waterfalls. Accessible for all, jaw-dropping for everyone.
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Point Lookout, New England National Park: This lookout offers a World Heritage rainforest stretching to the horizon, and a sunrise that turns the misty valley into nature's own lava lamp. A photographers dream.
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Adventure in the Blue Mountains
Most of the action in the Blue Mountains centres around Katoomba, a convenient base for thrill-seekers.
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Cycling Adventures: The Blue Mountains provide a variety of cycling experiences, from scenic tours to challenging
fire trail rides.
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Skiing in the Snowy Mountains
In the Snowy Mountains, skiers and snowboarders can enjoy 137 kilometres of slopes served by 75 ski lifts.
Top Ski Resorts: Thredbo stands out with a 3.8-star rating, while Perisher offers up to 65 kilometres of slopes.
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Advanced Skiing: For adrenaline junkies,
heli-skiing in the backcountry of Kosciuszko National Park offers an exhilarating experience (maybe put your Beneficial Beer to the side for this one...)
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New South Wales in winter is far from a sleepy, chilly retreat. It's a playground of invigorating hikes, breathtaking lookouts to thrilling adventures, paired perfectly with a refreshing and energising Beneficial Beer. So this winter, why not step out of your comfort zone? Embrace the cooler months air and discover new adventures.
