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We’re taking SFR off the running track and into nature for a relaxed group hike. Expect fresh air, good chats and a weather permitting swim. This one’s all about the journey, not the speed.
Key Details
- 🥾 Event: Karloo Pool Hike
- ⛰️ Hike distance: 5km return
- 📆 Date:Sunday 29 March 2026
- 🕘 Start time: 9pm
- 🕔 Finish time: 4pm
- 📍 Meeting point: Central Station (Chalmers Street Entrance)
- 🚂 Destination: Karloo Pool via train to Heathcote
Transport Options
Train from Central Station
We'll meet outside the Chalmers Street Entrance 5 at 9:00am. View on Google Maps.
Drive to Heathcote
You can also make your own way there by car. The train is due to arrive at Heathcote around 10am, where there is a car park at the satation.
About the hike
This is an out and back hike which is part of the Karloo Trail. We'll be walking roughly 2.5K to Karloo Pool, stopping for a break and a swim then heading back. The hike is a scenic and moderate grade 3 hike.
Itinerary
| Travel to Trailhead |
|
| 9:00 |
Meet at Central Station |
| 9:12 |
Train Departs (platform TBC) T4 Waterfall line |
| 9:50 - 10:00 |
Arrive Heathcote Station |
| 10:15am |
Arrive at trailhead, begin hike |
| Hike |
|
| 11:15 |
Arrive at Karloo Pool |
| 11:15 - 12:15 |
Break / Swim (weather permitting) |
| 12:15 |
Return to heathcote |
| 13:30 |
Pub lunch (Heahtcote Hotel) |
| Travel to Sydney |
|
| Trains every 30 mins |
Return to Sydney |
| 16:00 |
Arrive Central Station |
Facilities and what to bring
- There are toilets at Heathcote station. Otherwise there are no toilet or water refill facilities on the hike, so be prepared.
- During the hike we will vist Karloo pool where you have the option to swim (weather permitting)
- What to bring:
- Water
- Sunscreen
- Hat
- Comfy shoes
- Swimmers
- Towel
- Snacks
Attendance
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