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Farnell Road to Explorers Tree

Farnell Road to Explorers Tree

4.4 km return

1 h 45 min to 2 h

This short walk takes you from the western end of Katoomba, initially following the cliff line, then following Pulpit Hill Road to the Explorers Tree. There are optional side trips to lookouts, providing great views across the Megalong Valley. In addition to the great views, the walk provides the opportunity to see a piece of Australian heritage. Let us begin by acknowledging the Dharug & Gundungurra people, Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Views

Environment

This nice walk explores some of the service trails at the northern end of Bantry Bay, in Garigal National Park. This walk is a great way to see many wildflowers, and some wildlife, of the area. The side trip to the Natural Bridge is worth the effort to see this interesting rock formation. Most of the walk is fairly flat with the exception of the last few meters to the waters edge where the track is quite rough. There is an option to exit at Cook St, just near a bus stop. Let us begin by acknowledging the Guringai people, Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Currie Rd Track

4.4 km return

1 h 30 min to 2 h 30 min

1 h 30 min to 2 h 30 min

Environment

This pleasant walk starts near the kiosk at Bobbin Head, climbing the sandstone stairs and then follows a defined track to the Kalkari Discovery Centre. Kalkari is well worth spending some time exploring, with opportunities to learn about and mix with the local flora and fauna. Let us begin by acknowledging the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Birrawanna Track

4.4 km return

2 h to 4 h

Cafe

Environment

Padstow to the Pipe Bridge Picnic Area

Padstow to the Pipe Bridge Picnic Area

4.5 km return

1 h 30 min to 3 h

This relaxing, return walk starts from the Padstow train station. The walk follows the streets to the end of Bridge street, then the boardwalks, footpaths and service trails along the right hand side of the creek, passing through Davies Reserve. The walk finishes at the pleasant little picnic area at the base of the large pipe bridge, down at the waters edge. Let us begin by acknowledging the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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The long, gentle climb along Shepherd's Gully has some beautiful scenery and some historic remnants of the Old Great North Road. While the remnants of the road construction are not as impressive as those on the main Devines Hill ascent, they are still interesting. The optional side trip to Hangmans Rock takes you past an old convict stockade site and some of the construction remnants on the main Devines Hill ascent. Let us begin by acknowledging the Darug & Darkinjung people, Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Shepherds Gully

4.5 km return

1 h 45 min to 2 h

Caves

Environment

Starting at Currie Road in Forestville, this walk follows the edge of Bantry Bay to Seaforth Oval. The main highlights of the walk include the Natural Bridge, the views from the Bluff Lookout and Bantry Bay Picnic Area. There are plenty of places to sit and enjoy the views and wildlife along the way. Let us begin by acknowledging the Guringai people, Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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East Bantry Bay

4.5 km oneway

1 h 30 min to 3 h

Caves

Views

Environment

This walk takes you down to an isolated waterside community, where you can amble along, looking at homes and a historic Grave Site. From Elvina Track Car Park, the vegetation changes from scrubby bush to she oak and large eucalyptus as you decend to the waters edge. The walking is mostly along a management trail, however the return trip follows a narrow track. Side trips include an aboriginal engraving site, a 25m waterfall and a few other view points. Please remember you are visiting a small community please respect the privacy of the local people. Let us begin by acknowledging the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Elvina Bay Circuit

4.5 km circuit

1 h 45 min to 2 h 30 min

1 h 45 min to 2 h 30 min

Environment

Nurragingy Reserve Circuit

Nurragingy Reserve Circuit

4.6 km circuit

1 h to 2 h

Starting from the Nurragingy Reserve car park, Doonside, this walk takes you on a circuit in Nurragingy Reserve, visiting a number of botanical gardens along the way. This walk is a little gem as it is situated close to the urban setting and offers different types of plants and trees for observation. The main attractions are Chang Lai Yuan Chinese Gardens and the Aboriginal Heritage Garden. The reserve is open for pets, cycling and running, along with useful amenities such as restrooms and picnic areas. The texture of the walk varies between a paved and dirt track. Let us begin by acknowledging the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Pets

Environment

Urban

This pleasant walk follows the pipeline, from Hunter Avenue in St Ives, to John Oxley Drive, Davidson. The walk follows the pipeline down into the valley and crosses Middle Harbour Creek (via a quick upstream detour to the Bungaroo Track crossing) before climbing out of the valley to John Oxley Drive. Let us begin by acknowledging the Guringai people, Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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The Pipeline Way

4.7 km oneway

2 h to 2 h 15 min

On this walk, you will explore the isolated community of Elvina Bay, accessible only by boat or on foot. Starting at the Elvina Track car park, you follow a mostly level management trail, before descending steeply through she-oaks and large eucalyptus to the coast and houses. At Elvina Bay Park, you will find picnic areas and a fabulous rope swing. There are optional side trips to aboriginal rock engravings and an historic grave site. Please remember you are visiting a small community and respect the privacy of the local people. Let us begin by acknowledging the Guringai people, Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Elvina Track Walk

4.7 km return

1 h 45 min to 2 h

Cherrybrook to Thornleigh

Cherrybrook to Thornleigh

4.7 km oneway

1 h 30 min to 1 h 45 min

4.7 km

Oneway

Walk

1 h 30 min to 1 h 45 min

This walk is mostly within the Berowra Valley Regional Park. It has some beautiful sections with great scenery, including sandstone rock features, lots of ferns and great scenery along Zig Zag creek. There is an optional side trip to visit the remnants of the historic Thornleigh Quarry and Zig Zag railway. Let us begin by acknowledging the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Cafe

Environment

Urban

This walk explores the bush from St Ives and follows the pipeline down the the banks of Middle Harbour. There are a few steep sections in the second half of the walk. This walk is an interesting way to get into the heart of Garigal National Park following the Founders track. Let us begin by acknowledging the Darug people, Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

Environment

The Pipeline Track

4.7 km return

2 h to 4 h

Slippery Dip & Power Lines Circuit

Slippery Dip & Power Lines Circuit

4.8 km circuit

1 h 30 min to 2 h 15 min

4.8 km

Circuit

Walk

1 h 30 min to 2 h 15 min

Mtb

Run

45 min to 1 h 15 min

The Slippery Dip & Power Lines Circuit is a circuit walk starting from the intersection of Slippery Dip Trail & Morgan Road, Belrose. This walk lets you take in the views of the natural landscape whilst giving you a proper challenge. There are no facilities along the way, so make sure to bring enough water and snacks. Enjoy the fresh air and take in the sweeping sights of the bush. Dogs are allowed on a lead, but make sure you don't wander in Garigal NP accidentally. Let us begin by acknowledging the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Pets

Views

Environment

This track takes you to one of the most iconic views along the the Great North Walk. From Cowan Station, the walk passes through a variety of environments, with dryer vegetation near the freeway and moister rainforest-like plants near the water. Jerusalem Bay is a pretty area, shared by walkers and boaters, and a great place to relax before the walk back up to the station. Let us begin by acknowledging the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Jerusalem Bay Track

4.9 km return

2 h to 4 h