Time:	6 hrs Walking time Please allow extra time to rest and to explore	1.1 km NNE of Berowra
Length:	12.2 km Walk Length As this is a One Way walk, the 12.2 km only includes the walking distance from the start to the end point	Berowra Valley Regional Park
Climb:	797 m
Style:	One way

Accessible from both Berowra and Cowan Stations this walk explores the ridges and valleys around Berowra Waters and the Berowra River Area. It has excellent views, especially at Naa Badu Lookout. There are some solid climbs on the walk but the lookouts are worth it. Berowra Waters, in the middle of the walk, is a great place for lunch, and it is possible to grab a bite to eat by taking the free car-ferry across the river, or going to the Berowra Waters Garden House restaurant just off the GNW. more...

Time:	9 hrs Walking time Please allow extra time to rest and to explore	1.1 km NNE of Berowra
Length:	19.7 km Walk Length As this is a One Way walk, the 19.7 km only includes the walking distance from the start to the end point	Berowra Valley Regional Park
Climb:	1129 m
Style:	One way

One of the longer formal walks in Berowra Valley Regional Park, this walk mostly follows Berowra Creek along the Great North Walk. Excellent views of the creek can be expected, especially at places like Crosslands and Fishponds. Be sure to pace yourself and take regular breaks. Crosslands and Tunks Ridge Reserve are popular rest places. more...

Time:	3 hrs 30 mins Walking time Please allow extra time to rest and to explore	4.3 km NNW of Berowra
Length:	6.7 km Walk Length As this is a One Way walk, the 6.7 km only includes the walking distance from the start to the end point	Berowra Valley Regional Park
Climb:	573 m
Style:	One way

This hilly walk out of the valley, from Berowra Waters to Cowan Station, has many great views, which are great excuses for rest stops. Take your time to enjoy the views, and rock formations, along the way as the track leads a nearly direct route to Cowan Station. more...

Time:	30 mins Walking time Please allow extra time to rest and to explore	0.8 km ENE of Cherrybrook
Length:	0.6 km Walk Length As this is a Circuit style walk, the 0.6 km includes the walking distance from the start around the loop and back to the start again	Berowra Valley Regional Park
Climb:	23 m
Style:	Circuit

This is a pleasant loop walk, close to Cherrybrook. The walk crosses Disturbed Creek (not officially named) a couple of times and includes some nice scenery along the creek with ferns, grasstrees and eucalypt forest. more...

Time:	1 Hr Walking time Please allow extra time to rest and to explore	0.4 km ENE of Cherrybrook
Length:	2.2 km Walk Length As this is a One Way walk, the 2.2 km only includes the walking distance from the start to the end point	Berowra Valley Regional Park
Climb:	98 m
Style:	One way

This walk follows the Blackwattle Trail around the fringe of Cherrybrook, starting at the Cherrybrook Rural Fire Brigade building, in Shepherds Drive, and finishing in Patricia Place. It is a nice walk and follows a management trail for its whole length. The walk passes through a mix of dry eucalypt forest and wetter areas with ferns. There are also some patches of casuarinas and plenty of grasstrees to see along the way. more...

Time:	2 hrs Walking time Please allow extra time to rest and to explore	1.2 km W of Hornsby
Length:	4 km Walk Length As this is a Circuit style walk, the 4 km includes the walking distance from the start around the loop and back to the start again	Berowra Valley Regional Park
Climb:	232 m
Style:	Circuit

This is an enjoyable circuit walk that allows you to explore this rare pocket of Sydney Blue Gum forest. You will follow a signposted track across a few creeks and alongside Waitara Creek, with a few cascades. There are many small sandstone caves and a great diversity in plant life along the way. Sit quietly on the bank of Waitara Creek and you may see a water dragon, or get going early and listen for the Lyrebirds. more...

Time:	1 hr 30 mins Walking time Includes the time for the return leg Please allow extra time to rest and to explore	1 km SE of Cherrybrook
Length:	2.5 km Walk Length As this is a return style walk, the 2.5 km includes the return leg of this walk (ie back to the start)	Berowra Valley Regional Park
Climb:	86 m
Style:	Return

This walk provides a beautiful mixture of scenery, including rainforest-like sections along the creek, as well as drier forest with grass trees and beautiful sandstone overhangs. The walk starts on Francis Greenway Dr and follows part of the Callicoma Walk. There are two main points of interest on the walk, the 'Coachwood Grotto' and the 'Callicoma Caves', making it a rewarding walk. more...

Time:	2 hrs Walking time Please allow extra time to rest and to explore	0.3 km ESE of Cherrybrook
Length:	5.1 km Walk Length As this is a Circuit style walk, the 5.1 km includes the walking distance from the start around the loop and back to the start again	Berowra Valley Regional Park
Climb:	153 m
Style:	Circuit

This great circuit walk passes through some really nice forest around the fringe of Cherrybrook. Highlights of the walk include some beautiful rock overhangs at the 'Callicoma Caves', and the atmospheric 'Coachwood Grotto'. The walk starts and finishes at the pleasant Lakes of Cherrybrook park. more...

Time:	3 hrs 45 mins Walking time Please allow extra time to rest and to explore	0.3 km ESE of Cherrybrook
Length:	8.6 km Walk Length As this is a One Way walk, the 8.6 km only includes the walking distance from the start to the end point	Berowra Valley Regional Park
Climb:	486 m
Style:	One way

A beautiful walk through the Berowra Valley Regional Park. The walk mostly follows the Great North Walk, between Cherrybrook and Hornsby. There are some fantastic lookouts along the way and some excellent scenery along Berowra creek, including the 'Fishponds'. The start and end of the walk are close to good shopping centres, so this is also a good walk for those who like to start or finish their walks in a cafe. more...

Time:	1 hr 45 mins Walking time Please allow extra time to rest and to explore	0.3 km ESE of Cherrybrook
Length:	4.1 km Walk Length As this is a One Way walk, the 4.1 km only includes the walking distance from the start to the end point	Berowra Valley Regional Park
Climb:	147 m
Style:	One way

A nice walk around the fringes of Cherrybrook plus the interesting and atmospheric Refuge Rock. The optional sidetrip to the natural rock arch adds some beautiful scenery to the walk. The walk passes through an interesting mixture of moist creek side scenery and drier forest before reaching Refuge Rock with its nice views. The extensive rock platforms at Refuge Rock are interesting to explore, or a nice place just to relax. more...

Time:	1 hr 45 mins Walking time Please allow extra time to rest and to explore	0.3 km ESE of Cherrybrook
Length:	4.4 km Walk Length As this is a One Way walk, the 4.4 km only includes the walking distance from the start to the end point	Berowra Valley Regional Park
Climb:	148 m
Style:	One way

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. more...

Time:	1 Hr Walking time Includes the time for the return leg Please allow extra time to rest and to explore	8 km N of Hornsby
Length:	1.4 km Walk Length As this is a return style walk, the 1.4 km includes the return leg of this walk (ie back to the start)	Berowra Valley Regional Park
Climb:	22 m
Style:	Return

This great, accessible walk starts from Crosslands Reserve. The walk follows a section of the Great North Walk along a boardwalk, to a neat little lookout lying on the edge of Berowra Creek. Along the way are signs providing useful information on mangroves, estuaries and other surrounding flora and fauna. more...

Time:	6 hrs Walking time Includes the time for the return leg Please allow extra time to rest and to explore	8 km N of Hornsby
Length:	12.2 km Walk Length As this is a return style walk, the 12.2 km includes the return leg of this walk (ie back to the start)	Berowra Valley Regional Park
Climb:	827 m
Style:	Return

This return walk starts from the Crosslands Reserve and follows the Great North Walk along Berowra creek. The walk includes some boardwalks. After climbing up the side of the valley, the walk comes back down into Berowra Waters. Here you can enjoy lunch by Berowra Creek, at the Garden House restaurant, or catch the free car-ferry across the river to find the fish cafe. more...

Time:	2 Days Walking time Please allow extra time to rest and to explore	3.8 km W of Berowra
Length:	24 km Walk Length As this is a One Way walk, the 24 km only includes the walking distance from the start to the end point	Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park
Climb:	1553 m
Style:	One way

From the Crosslands Reserve, this walk heads along the Great North Walk via Berowra Waters, Cowan, Jerusalem Bay and onto Brooklyn. This is one of the prettiest multi-day walks in the area. The walk explores two rivers and ridge tops, giving a great variety of views. The campsite is not the best, and you will need to carry in water. more...

Time:	7 hrs 30 mins Walking time Please allow extra time to rest and to explore	8 km N of Hornsby
Length:	12.8 km Walk Length As this is a One Way walk, the 12.8 km only includes the walking distance from the start to the end point	Berowra Valley Regional Park
Climb:	990 m
Style:	One way

This section of the Great North Walk starts from the Crosslands camping area and winds north alongside Berowra creek, passing through Berowra Waters and climbing up into Cowan. This day walk provides great views of the Berowra creek from the Naa Badu lookout and, as it finishes at the Cowan train station, there are fairly frequent trains running, providing a good transport option for the trip home. more...

Time:	3 hrs 30 mins Walking time Includes the time for the return leg Please allow extra time to rest and to explore	8 km N of Hornsby
Length:	6.9 km Walk Length As this is a return style walk, the 6.9 km includes the return leg of this walk (ie back to the start)	Berowra Valley Regional Park
Climb:	495 m
Style:	Return

This half day return walk starts from the Crosslands Reserve and follows a section of the Great North Walk along side Berowra creek, across boardwalks and bush tracks, before climbing steeply up the side of the valley to the Naa Badu Lookout. The lookout provides a great view down, across the valley and along Berowra creek. There are picnic benches and seats making it a great place for lunch. more...

Time:	15 mins Walking time Please allow extra time to rest and to explore	1.6 km NE of Cherrybrook
Length:	0.5 km Walk Length As this is a One Way walk, the 0.5 km only includes the walking distance from the start to the end point	Berowra Valley Regional Park
Climb:	35 m
Style:	One way

This is a pleasant dog-friendly walk, passing through some nice bush on the fringe of Cherrybrook. Despite being within the Berowra Valley Regional Park, this is an 'Authorised On-Lead Dog Walking Track'. The walk starts at the end of Daphne Pl, Cherrybrook and can be done as a one-way walk, finishing at Patricia Cl, or by returning along the same track. more...

Time:	30 mins Walking time Includes the time for the return leg Please allow extra time to rest and to explore	2.5 km NW of Thornleigh
Length:	0.8 km Walk Length As this is a return style walk, the 0.8 km includes the return leg of this walk (ie back to the start)	Berowra Valley Regional Park
Climb:	44 m
Style:	Return

A short walk to a beautiful lookout with views over the Berowra Creek valley, near Westleigh. This is a short and interesting walk to one on those really beautiful pockets of bush in the middle of the suburbs. The lookout is in the Berowra Valley Regional Park and also on the Great North Walk. more...

Time:	5 hrs 30 mins Walking time Please allow extra time to rest and to explore	4.3 km NNW of Hornsby
Length:	11.8 km Walk Length As this is a One Way walk, the 11.8 km only includes the walking distance from the start to the end point	Berowra Valley Regional Park
Climb:	803 m
Style:	One way

Following the ridge above Berowra Creek along a section of the Great North Walk, this walk is worth spending the day on. Crosslands is a good spot to break, about the half-way mark. Highlights include the views from the top of the ridges between Galston Gorge and Crosslands, and the section of track west of Calana Creek. There are a few nice water falls and classic sandstone formations for the area. Getting a lift to the start may be tricky, but a taxi will drop you off. more...

Time:	3 hrs Walking time Please allow extra time to rest and to explore	0.6 km WSW of Hornsby
Length:	6.4 km Walk Length As this is a Circuit style walk, the 6.4 km includes the walking distance from the start around the loop and back to the start again	Berowra Valley Regional Park
Climb:	379 m
Style:	Circuit

This delightful loop is one of the prettiest and most popular walks in the Hornsby area. Going from an environment of ferns and clear bushland to dry sandstone bush near Berowra Creek, this walk has a good complement of environments. The side trip out to Joes Mountain doesn't have the most fantastic views but is still a nice walk. more...

Time:	6 hrs 30 mins Walking time Please allow extra time to rest and to explore	0.4 km SSW of Hornsby
Length:	14 km Walk Length As this is a One Way walk, the 14 km only includes the walking distance from the start to the end point	Berowra Valley Regional Park
Climb:	686 m
Style:	One way

This section of the Great North Walk starts from Hornsby train station and winds down along the Blue Gum Walk into Fishponds. Enjoy the wonderful water hole at fishponds before continuing along Berowra Creek, passing through the Tunks Ridge Reserve and into Galston Gorge. From the Gorge the track keeps following the Berowra Creek past a waterfall to the Crosslands Campsite. People can drive down to Crosslands to pick you up at the end of the walk, or organise a taxi. Check the info at the end of the walk for crosslands closing times. more...

Time:	3 Days Walking time Please allow extra time to rest and to explore	0.4 km SSW of Hornsby
Length:	37.9 km Walk Length As this is a One Way walk, the 37.9 km only includes the walking distance from the start to the end point	Berowra Valley Regional Park
Climb:	2239 m
Style:	One way

This three day walk follows the Great North Walk from Hornsby Station to Brooklyn, staying overnight at the Crosslands Reserve and the Great North Walk ridge top campsite. Some of the highlights along this walk are the sandstone cliffs at Fishponds, the great restaurants at Berowra Waters, and the beautiful Jerusalem Bay at Cowan Creek. more...

Time:	2 hrs 30 mins Walking time Includes the time for the return leg Please allow extra time to rest and to explore	0.4 km SSW of Hornsby
Length:	5.4 km Walk Length As this is a return style walk, the 5.4 km includes the return leg of this walk (ie back to the start)	Berowra Valley Regional Park
Climb:	296 m
Style:	Return

A short walk from Hornsby to reach a great spot for admiring Berowra Creek. This walk explores several different environments in the Regional Park along the way. Allow some time to sit and enjoy the view at Fishponds. Expect to see other people along the track as this is one of the most popular walks in the area. more...

Time:	3 hrs 30 mins Walking time Please allow extra time to rest and to explore	0.4 km SSW of Hornsby
Length:	7.9 km Walk Length As this is a One Way walk, the 7.9 km only includes the walking distance from the start to the end point	Berowra Valley Regional Park
Climb:	347 m
Style:	One way

Following a section of the Great North Walk along parts of Berowra Creek, this is a good walk for those looking for a variety of environments while close to urban life. The track through the ferns west of Hornsby is beautiful and the track south of Galston Gorge is steep with nice views (watch your step). The service trail to Tunks Ridge Reserve is not the most exciting part of the walk, but provides a great link. more...

Time:	8 hrs 30 mins Walking time Please allow extra time to rest and to explore	0.4 km SSW of Hornsby
Length:	19.7 km Walk Length As this is a One Way walk, the 19.7 km only includes the walking distance from the start to the end point	Berowra Valley Regional Park
Climb:	1057 m
Style:	One way

This section of the Great North Walk starts from Hornsby train station and winds down along the Blue Gum Walk into Fishponds and along Berowra Creek. The walk passes through the Tunks Ridge Reserve and then into Galston Gorge. From here the walk keeps following the Berowra Creek through the Crosslands campsite to Calna creek, and then up to Mt Kuring-gai. more...

Time:	4 hrs Walking time Includes the time for the return leg Please allow extra time to rest and to explore	6.2 km NNE of Hornsby
Length:	8.6 km Walk Length As this is a return style walk, the 8.6 km includes the return leg of this walk (ie back to the start)	Berowra Valley Regional Park
Climb:	426 m
Style:	Return

From the ridge above Berowra Creek, this walk goes steeply down into the valley following Calna Creek. The narrow bush track section is quite beautiful with plenty of small creek crossings and sandstone overhangs. The grasslands section, just before coming to the junction of Calna and Berowra Creeks, is also very pretty. more...

Time:	8 hrs Walking time Please allow extra time to rest and to explore	2.5 km SSW of Berowra
Length:	15.6 km Walk Length As this is a One Way walk, the 15.6 km only includes the walking distance from the start to the end point	Berowra Valley Regional Park
Climb:	1045 m
Style:	One way

Ridge tops, grasslands, creek crossings and spectacular views are all part of this walk as it ventures from the ridge above Berowra Creek down to water level and back up again. Take the short and free ferry ride across the creek to get lunch at Berowra Waters. Conserve your energy for the steep sections between Berowra Waters and Cowan. more...

Time:	4 hrs 15 mins Walking time Please allow extra time to rest and to explore	2.5 km SSW of Berowra
Length:	8.6 km Walk Length As this is a One Way walk, the 8.6 km only includes the walking distance from the start to the end point	Berowra Valley Regional Park
Climb:	519 m
Style:	One way

This walk explores three valleys, with great displays of wild flowers in spring, and some nice sandstone overhangs. The section between Mt Kuring-gai and the end of Calna Creek is particularly nice, and Naa Badu Lookout is well worth the small side trip. Take the time to enjoy the many creek side rest areas along the way. more...

Time:	30 mins Walking time Includes the time for the return leg Please allow extra time to rest and to explore	2.1 km NE of Cherrybrook
Length:	1.4 km Walk Length As this is a return style walk, the 1.4 km includes the return leg of this walk (ie back to the start)	Berowra Valley Regional Park
Climb:	38 m
Style:	Return

A very nice walk through a small part of the Berowra Valley Regional Park. The extensive rock platforms of Refuge Rock make a beautiful place to relax and explore. The optional side trip to see the natural rock arch is well worth it, adding some really beautiful scenery to the walk. Another great bushland walk in the midst of the suburbs. more...

Time:	2 hrs 30 mins Walking time Please allow extra time to rest and to explore	0.5 km WNW of Thornleigh
Length:	6.5 km Walk Length As this is a Circuit style walk, the 6.5 km includes the walking distance from the start around the loop and back to the start again	Berowra Valley Regional Park
Climb:	210 m
Style:	Circuit

A really nice loop walk in a corner of Berowra Valley Regional Park with good access by public transport. The walk starts and finishes at Thornleigh train station. The scenery includes beautiful scenes along Zig Zag creek and nice forest while going up Stringybark ridge, plus as an optional side trip to see the remnants of the historic Thornleigh Quarry and Zig Zag railway. There are good spots to eat or grab a coffee near Thornleigh station before or after the walk. more...

Time:	1 hr 45 mins Walking time Please allow extra time to rest and to explore	0.6 km NW of Pennant Hills
Length:	4.2 km Walk Length As this is a Circuit style walk, the 4.2 km includes the walking distance from the start around the loop and back to the start again	Berowra Valley Regional Park
Climb:	146 m
Style:	Circuit

A really nice loop walk in a corner of Berowra Valley Regional Park. The walk starts and finishes at the end of Schofield Pde, Pennant Hills. The scenery includes nice forest while going down Stringybark ridge and beautiful scenes along Zig Zag creek, as well as an optional side trip to see the remnants of the historic Thornleigh Quarry and Zig Zag railway. more...

Time:	15 mins Walking time Please allow extra time to rest and to explore	0.3 km ESE of Cherrybrook
Length:	0.4 km Walk Length As this is a Circuit style walk, the 0.4 km includes the walking distance from the start around the loop and back to the start again	Berowra Valley Regional Park
Climb:	10 m
Style:	Circuit

This short, pleasant loop walk is a nice one to do if you are having a picnic in the Lakes of Cherrybrook park, enjoying the atmosphere, free electric BBQs and playground. There is a good viewing platform extending onto the lake and there are usually ducks to be seen. The nearby shopping centre has some good cafes and eateries. more...

Time:	2 Days Walking time Please allow extra time to rest and to explore	0.5 km WNW of Thornleigh
Length:	31.6 km Walk Length As this is a One Way walk, the 31.6 km only includes the walking distance from the start to the end point	Berowra Valley Regional Park
Climb:	1900 m
Style:	One way

Following the Great North Walk and Berowra Creek through Berowra Valley Regional Park, this walk cuts straight through the length of the Park. The views are good, providing a broad idea of what this park has to offer. Conserve your energy for the section between Berowra Waters and Cowan as there are several solid hills. You can refill the tummy in Berowra Waters with a couple cafes to choose from. more...

Time:	5 hrs 30 mins Walking time Please allow extra time to rest and to explore	0.5 km WNW of Thornleigh
Length:	12.8 km Walk Length As this is a One Way walk, the 12.8 km only includes the walking distance from the start to the end point	Berowra Valley Regional Park
Climb:	571 m
Style:	One way

This walk follows the Great North Walk above Berowra Creek from Thornleigh to Galston Gorge, on bush tracks and service trails. The Steele Bridge is quite an interesting landmark of the area. Fishponds is a wonderful highlight, it is a lovely water hole surrounded by tall sandstone cliffs. The walk finishes on a road a long way from anywhere, you will need to organise a friend to pick you up. more...

Time:	4 hrs Walking time Please allow extra time to rest and to explore	0.5 km WNW of Thornleigh
Length:	9.7 km Walk Length As this is a One Way walk, the 9.7 km only includes the walking distance from the start to the end point	Berowra Valley Regional Park
Climb:	500 m
Style:	One way

Following the Great North Walk, this walk is easily accessed by public transport, is well managed and well signposted. The walk provides great views of Berowra Creek from up on the side of the hill, and down at water level. If you are quiet, you can expect to see water dragons and a variety of other lizards. This is a great walk to give a taste of the offerings in Berowra Valley Regional Park. more...

Time:	2 Days Walking time Please allow extra time to rest and to explore	0.5 km WNW of Thornleigh
Length:	24.6 km Walk Length As this is a One Way walk, the 24.6 km only includes the walking distance from the start to the end point	Berowra Valley Regional Park
Climb:	1281 m
Style:	One way

This overnight walk starts from Thornleigh train station and follows the Great North Walk down through the Berowra Valley Regional Park and along Berowra creek. The walk passes through Fishponds and up to the top of Galston Gorge to the campsite. From there, the walk continues along the Great North Walk, down through the gorge and along Berowra Creek to Crosslands Reserve, then back out the well signposted Mt Kuring-Gai link track. The walk finishes at the train station, soon after leaving the bush. more...

Time:	3 hrs 45 mins Walking time Please allow extra time to rest and to explore	3.2 km NW of Normanhurst
Length:	8.4 km Walk Length As this is a One Way walk, the 8.4 km only includes the walking distance from the start to the end point	Berowra Valley Regional Park
Climb:	452 m
Style:	One way

This pleasant half day walk starts from Wareemba Avenue in Thornleigh and winds down into the valley along service trails and bush tracks. The walk then follows a section of the Blue Gum Walk to the Great North Walk. From here the walk follows the Great North Walk to Thornleigh train station. Along this walk you will see a dense and thriving forest filled with Blue Gums and Bracken Ferns, plenty of wild flowers and a wide variety of native animals. more...