Police are still holding out hope for Lily Hooper, 18, a bushwalker lost in the dense terrain of the NSW Southern Highlands.

Lily Hooper, described by police as an experienced hiker, set out on a rough bush trail on Wednesday. The 18-year-old hasn’t been seen since.

Lily Hooper, described by police as an experienced hiker, set out on a rough bush trail on Wednesday. The 18-year-old hasn’t been seen since.