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Botany Bay
Banks-Solander Track
Time: 20 mins Walking time
Please allow extra time to rest and to explore
2.3 km ENE of Kurnell
Length: 0.9 km Walk Length
As this is a Circuit style walk, the 0.9 km includes the walking distance from the start around the loop and back to the start again
Botany Bay National Park
Climb: 11 m There is car access and parking near the start and end of this walk There is a bus stop within 2km of the start and end of this walk
Style: Circuit

A short and fairly easy walk in the area surrounding the Botany Bay Discovery Centre. The trail passes through a nice eucalyptus forest, passing large ferns, along a well maintained track. If you're thinking about going to the Discovery Centre at Botany Bay, then this walk is well worth doing. more...

 
Bare Island to Henry Head
Time: 2 hrs Walking time
Includes the time for the return leg
Please allow extra time to rest and to explore
0.7 km S of La Perouse
Length: 4.1 km Walk Length
As this is a return style walk, the 4.1 km includes the return leg of this walk (ie back to the start)
Botany Bay National Park
Climb: 92 m There is car access and parking near the start and end of this walk There is a bus stop within 2km of the start and end of this walk
Style: Return

Historic sites, a beautiful beach and great views - this walk has it all. The walk follows well maintained and signposted bush tracks. Allow plenty of time to enjoy the scenery. The side trips are all worthwhile. more...

 
Bare Island to Maroubra via Henry Head
Time: 5 hrs Walking time
Please allow extra time to rest and to explore
0.7 km S of La Perouse
Length: 12.9 km Walk Length
As this is a One Way walk, the 12.9 km only includes the walking distance from the start to the end point
Botany Bay National Park
Climb: 394 m There is car access and parking near the start and end of this walk There is a bus stop within 2km of the start and end of this walk
Style: One way

Exploring the cliff line of northern Botany Bay, this walk has great views, both down at the water (Bare Island and Browns Rock) and up on the cliffs (the golf course). Make sure you allow time to walk around Bare Island and see the sites. Although in disrepair, the Coast Cemetery is also worth a little extra time. more...

 
Botany Bay Coastal Walk
Time: 4 hrs 15 mins Walking time
Please allow extra time to rest and to explore
2.2 km ENE of Kurnell
Length: 12.7 km Walk Length
As this is a One Way walk, the 12.7 km only includes the walking distance from the start to the end point
Botany Bay National Park
Climb: 194 m There is car access and parking near the start and end of this walk There is a bus stop within 2km of the end of this walk There is a train station near the end of this walk
Style: One way

This great coastal walk follows the coastline from the cliff tops near Kurnell, south to the Boat Harbour Aquatic Reserve, and around the coast to Cronulla station. Other great features of this walk are the many rock formations around the coast, the small sand dunes along the track, the hanging swamps and the Cape Bailey lighthouse. For a more relaxing finish you could stop off at the ocean pools in Cronulla before heading to the train station. more...

 
Botany Bay Discovery Centre to Cape Baily
Time: 3 hrs Walking time
Includes the time for the return leg
Please allow extra time to rest and to explore
2.4 km ENE of Kurnell
Length: 8.7 km Walk Length
As this is a return style walk, the 8.7 km includes the return leg of this walk (ie back to the start)
Botany Bay National Park
Climb: 150 m There is car access and parking near the start and end of this walk There is a bus stop within 2km of the start and end of this walk
Style: Return

This walk explores the heath and the great views between the Visitor Center and Cape Baily Lighthouse. The walk follows a mixture of service trails, bush tracks, rock platforms and sand dunes, as it makes it's way through the park. You will discover expansive views of the park and out to sea. There are even the occasional glimpses of the city. more...

 
Cape Bailey track
Time: 2 hrs 30 mins Walking time
Includes the time for the return leg
Please allow extra time to rest and to explore
8 km ENE of Cronulla
Length: 7.4 km Walk Length
As this is a return style walk, the 7.4 km includes the return leg of this walk (ie back to the start)
Botany Bay National Park
Climb: 136 m There is car access and parking near the start and end of this walk There is a bus stop within 2km of the start and end of this walk
Style: Return

This great return walk follows the Cape Bailey walking track as it winds along the coast, through thick heath and small sand dunes, to the Cape Bailey lighthouse, with great ocean views all the way. Also of interest is the wide variety of flora and fauna that can be found on this walk, from a number of different types of reptiles and amphibians to the hanging swamps and wild flowers (in spring). more...

 
Cape Bailey Track from Cape Solander lookout
Time: 1 hr 30 mins Walking time
Please allow extra time to rest and to explore
2.7 km E of Kurnell
Length: 3.8 km Walk Length
As this is a One Way walk, the 3.8 km only includes the walking distance from the start to the end point
Botany Bay National Park
Climb: 107 m There is car access and parking near the start and end of this walk
Style: One way

This walk starts at the end of Cape Solander Dr and heads south along the coast to the end of Sir Joseph Banks Dr, in the Boat Harbour Coastal Reserve. The walk explores a vast array of environments including sand dunes, hanging swamps, rock platforms and dense heath. The Bailey lighthouse is a highlight and a nice place to rest. There are also city views from the top of a few of the sand dunes. more...

 
Cape Bailey track from visitor centre (return)
Time: 3 hrs Walking time
Includes the time for the return leg
Please allow extra time to rest and to explore
2.4 km ENE of Kurnell
Length: 8.9 km Walk Length
As this is a return style walk, the 8.9 km includes the return leg of this walk (ie back to the start)
Botany Bay National Park
Climb: 176 m There is car access and parking near the start and end of this walk There is a bus stop within 2km of the start and end of this walk
Style: Return

This great return walk starts from the Discovery centre in Kurnell, and follows a series of bush tracks and service trails, that wind south through wooded forest, to the Cape Bailey walking track. At about half way, the track breaks into heath, winding in between hanging swamps and along the cliff tops to the Cape Bailey lighthouse. The lighthouse is a great spot for lunch before the return journey. more...

 
Cape Bailey track from visitor centre to Boat Harbour Reserve
Time: 2 hrs 30 mins Walking time
Please allow extra time to rest and to explore
2.4 km ENE of Kurnell
Length: 5.7 km Walk Length
As this is a One Way walk, the 5.7 km only includes the walking distance from the start to the end point
Botany Bay National Park
Climb: 123 m There is car access and parking near the start and end of this walk There is a bus stop within 2km of the start of this walk
Style: One way

This walk starts from Kurnell's Botany Bay Visitors Centre and heads south through the national park. The track winds through dry gum forest until it breaks out into heath, joining onto the Cape Bailey walking track. As it continues south, through small sand dunes and in between hanging swamps, the track winds in and out of the cliff top coastline to the end of the Sir Joseph Banks drive. The side trip up to the Cape Bailey lighthouse is well worth the small climb. more...

 
Cape Baily Coast Walk
Time: 2 hrs Walking time
Includes the time for the return leg
Please allow extra time to rest and to explore
2.6 km ESE of Kurnell
Length: 5.5 km Walk Length
As this is a return style walk, the 5.5 km includes the return leg of this walk (ie back to the start)
Botany Bay National Park
Climb: 197 m There is car access and parking near the start and end of this walk There is a bus stop within 2km of the start and end of this walk
Style: Return

Following the cliff line of Kurnell, looking out onto the South Pacific Ocean, this is one of the most secluded walks in Botany Bay National Park. The coast line is a popular whale watching spot during the spring and this area provides great views along the coast and out to sea. Baily Lighthouse is a great spot to sit and enjoy the views. more...

 
Cape Baily Coastal Walk Return
Time: 2 hrs 30 mins Walking time
Please allow extra time to rest and to explore
2.7 km E of Kurnell
Length: 5.4 km Walk Length
As this is a One Way walk, the 5.4 km only includes the walking distance from the start to the end point
Botany Bay National Park
Climb: 126 m There is car access and parking near the start and end of this walk
Style: One way

This walk follows the coast, south, from the end of Cape Solander Drive, along the Cape Baily Track. The walk explores a number of gaps, sand dunes and hanging swamps. It also visits a light house, as it rounds the headland and winds down to the beach at Boat Harbour Aquatic Reserve. more...

 
Cronulla to Botany Bay Discovery Centre
Time: 4 hrs 30 mins Walking time
Please allow extra time to rest and to explore
0.7 km S of Cronulla
Length: 13.2 km Walk Length
As this is a One Way walk, the 13.2 km only includes the walking distance from the start to the end point
Botany Bay National Park
Climb: 186 m There is car access and parking near the start and end of this walk There is a bus stop within 2km of the start and end of this walk There is a train station near the start of this walk
Style: One way

This coastal walk starts from Cronulla station and follows the beaches around to the Boat Harbour Aquatic reserve, then continues along the Cape Bailey walk, winding through thick heath and between hanging swamps. The walk finishes at the Botany Bay Discovery Centre. There is an alternate exit to the end of Polo street for those wishing to exit outside the park. There is a good, optional side trip up to the Cape Bailey lighthouse. more...

 
Maroubra to La Perouse
Time: 5 hrs Walking time
Please allow extra time to rest and to explore
2 km E of Maroubra
Length: 12.9 km Walk Length
As this is a One Way walk, the 12.9 km only includes the walking distance from the start to the end point
Botany Bay National Park
Climb: 409 m There is car access and parking near the start and end of this walk There is a bus stop within 2km of the start and end of this walk
Style: One way

Following the coastline of Botany Bay's north side, this walk traverses the cliff line with spectacular views across the South Pacific Ocean. The walk will take you through bushland, past beaches and around two golf courses. With good side trips out to Bare Island and down to Brown's Rock, this walk explores all the environments that the north side of Botany Bay has to offer. more...

 
Muru and Yena Tracks
Time: 1 hr 30 mins Walking time
Please allow extra time to rest and to explore
2.3 km ENE of Kurnell
Length: 2.8 km Walk Length
As this is a Circuit style walk, the 2.8 km includes the walking distance from the start around the loop and back to the start again
Botany Bay National Park
Climb: 51 m There is car access and parking near the start and end of this walk There is a bus stop within 2km of the start and end of this walk
Style: Circuit

Following the service trails, this track covers many of the major walking tracks on Botany Bay's south side. Thick eucalypts and ferns surround the trail and there are great views from the Yena Picnic Area - a good place to break, (although it lacks shade). This walk is a nice way to explore a fair bit of the park. more...

 
The Cape Bailey Walk
Time: 1 hr 45 mins Walking time
Please allow extra time to rest and to explore
2.2 km ENE of Kurnell
Length: 5 km Walk Length
As this is a One Way walk, the 5 km only includes the walking distance from the start to the end point
Botany Bay National Park
Climb: 101 m There is car access and parking near the start and end of this walk There is a bus stop within 2km of the start of this walk
Style: One way

This is an interesting walk, starting from Kurnell and following a series of bush tracks and service trails along the coast, with great ocean views. The walk offers some great views of the coast, city, and some great local landscapes, including sand dunes and hanging swamps. The small side trip up to the Cape Bailey lighthouse is well worth it and provides a nice spot for lunch. more...

 
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