Sunday 31 August 2025
Photos courtesy of Margaret, Rob and Helen. Walk report by Walk Leader Margaret.
Five of us took full advantage of the stunning weather on winter’s final day with a walk to the North Narooma Mines. Under blue skies and warm sunshine, that felt more like spring, we followed the trail through a small section of state forest, past farmland and even tested our leader’s navigation skills on a short stretch marked only with pink tape.
Along the way we explored some of the old mining infrastructure – remains of machinery, concrete slabs and several mine shafts that hinted at the area’s industrial past. It was a mix of history and nature and made for a really interesting part of the walk. Wildlife didn’t disappoint either. We spotted two lyrebirds foraging in the undergrowth, came across a red-bellied black snake sunning itself on the track (which we gave plenty of space to) and later saw a seal in the waters of Wagonga Inlet – a surprise encounter that added to the day’s highlights.
We finished the walk by crossing the boardwalk to Lewis Island, where we enjoyed a relaxed lunch in the sun. It was the perfect spot to sit back, soak in the view and enjoy good company after a morning of walking and exploring.