Time     Distance Climb Style

2 Hrs   4.8 km   264 m   Return

3.2 km ENE of Gordon    Garigal National Park      Track: Moderate

Going through a section of bush that Governor Philip reportedly walked through during the first three months after the First Fleet arrived. Well signposted and pretty this track ventures down to and across Middle Harbour Creek from St Ives. The final section of the walk where the trail crosses the creek on large stepping stones is extremely pretty.

Time     Distance Climb Style

45 mins   3.4 km   153 m   Return

4.2 km ENE of Turramurra    Garigal National Park      Track: Hard

A well signposted trail the Cascades Track descends into the northern valley of Garigal National Park to a small water flow - 'The Cascades'. Although this walk does not sample all that Garigal National Park has to offer, it does explore the upper reachers of Middle Harbour Creek and some of the ridge bushland.

Time     Distance Climb Style

2 Hrs 24 mins   5.5 km   293 m   Circuit

2.4 km NE of Roseville    Garigal National Park      Track: Moderate

Following the ridge above Middle Harbour Creek this track passes some fantasic views of the creek below and several small and beautiful waterfalls. The the track descending down to Carroll Creek and back round onto Middle Harbour Creek. Unfortunately Carroll Creek can be quite polluted with plastic bottles other rubbish. The views and the amenities at Davidson Park help make this track a nice walk.

Time     Distance Climb Style

1 Hrs 30 mins   3.4 km   271 m   One way

2.4 km NE of Roseville    Garigal National Park      Track: Moderate

A beautiful track following the ridge above Middle Harbour Creek. Mostly along well managed service trail there are a few trick areas near the small waterfall make sure you stick with the track. You may see lizards perched on the rocks in the sun and great views of the Creek, this is one of the best walks near Roseville Bridge.

Time     Distance Climb Style

6 Hrs 30 mins   16 km   718 m   One way

3.5 km NNE of Lindfield    Garigal National Park      Track: Hard

Travelling through the center of Garigal National Park this track explores Middle Harbour Creek on both the eastern and the western sides. This track is great for fit experianced walkers looking for a feel of what Garigal has to offer. Davidson Reserve in the middle of this walks is a good opportunity to take a break and enjoy the serenity of the creek.

Time     Distance Climb Style

1 Hrs 15 mins   4.4 km   178 m   Return

5.8 km E of Killara    Garigal National Park      Walk: Easy

Although not the most interesting track the views of Middle Harbour Creek are quite nice. The trail also has the advantage that not as many people walk on it and therefore it is more likely that animals will be out in the open.

Time     Distance Climb Style

4 Hrs 18 mins   10.4 km   608 m   One way

4.6 km NE of Roseville    Garigal National Park      Track: Moderate

A great walk following Middle Harbour Creek. With an early and easy walk sidetrip down to Bantry Bay and then onto the Magazine Buildings, Flat Rock Beach and Davidson Park. The park is a great spot to rest and enjoy the wide open spaces and amenities offered. From here the track climbs up onto the ridge and continues to follow Middle Harbour Creek along the Casuarina Track.

Time     Distance Climb Style

1 Hrs 30 mins   3.6 km   147 m   One way

4.3 km NNE of Roseville    Garigal National Park      Track: Hard

Descending steeply into Garigal National Park along a wide asphalt servicetrail this track soon changes to a beautiful narrow bushtrack. Following Middle Harbour Creek and then Carroll Creek this track climbs out of the valley and onto the end of the Casuarina Track. Unfortunately, aspects of the beauty of this walk are spoiled by scattered garbage along Carroll Creek.

Time     Distance Climb Style

2 Hrs   4.1 km   303 m   One way

5.8 km E of Killara    Garigal National Park      Track: Hard

Following the edge of Bantry Bay there are good views and lookouts in the section between Bluff Lookout and Seaforth Oval. Bantry Bay Picnic Area would be a great place to stop and break. At times in the section along the Natural Bridge Track it appears that there are numerous trails. At this point follow the markers along the rock.

Time     Distance Climb Style

2 Hrs   2.5 km   134 m   One way

2.6 km ENE of Killara    Garigal National Park      Track: Hard

This walk follows both Middle Harbour and Gordon Creek along a narrow bushtrail for most of the way. This provides some excellent views. A great spot to stop and break would be the end of the sidetrip down at the mangroves. This has some great views over Middle Harbour Creek.

Time     Distance Climb Style

1 Hr   1.4 km   89 m   Return

1.3 km NNE of Roseville    Garigal National Park      Track: Moderate

Following Moores Creek this is a short trail largely through ferns and undergrowth. Unfortunately, at several points the falls and waterholes that the track passes have been polluted and smell.

Time     Distance Climb Style

1 Hrs 30 mins   3.2 km   207 m   One way

5.2 km ENE of Lindfield    Garigal National Park      Track: Moderate

Largely along bushtracks this walk is named after a small set of buildings used to hold munitions in World War II. The track goes along the edge of Middle Harbour and has excellent views. Watch your step on the section east of Flat Rock Beach as the track at times gets a bit slippery. While the servicetrail on the sidetrip down to the edge of Bantry Bay is not the most exciting walk the views at the end are good.

Time     Distance Climb Style

2 Hrs   3.1 km   150 m   One way

4.3 km ENE of Chatswood    Garigal National Park      Track: Moderate

Following the edge of Middle Harbour this walk has excellent views and Special spots including the views from the end of North Arm Rd and the trail near the Mannerim Rd Turnoff. The change in the track from bushtrack to mangroves and mudflats south of the Pump Station gives a good feel of the diversity of environments that can be found in the area.

Time     Distance Climb Style

3 Hrs 30 mins   8 km   377 m   One way

0.9 km S of Saint Ives    Garigal National Park      Track: Moderate

This track begins as a wide servicetrail along the Pipeline Track which soon heads down to Middle Harbour Crk along the dry, narrow Bungaroo Track. At the creek there is a wonderful first spot to break at the stepping stones. The track changes to being a beautiful creek walk before climbing up onto the ridge above Middle Harbour Creek. There are some fantastic views at this point. Finishing at Davidson Reserve is a great way to end a scenic bushwalk through the heart of Garigal National Park.

Time     Distance Climb Style

2 Hrs 15 mins   5.3 km   240 m   One way

4.7 km ENE of Turramurra    Garigal National Park      Track: Hard

Going through some very pretty bushland this trail heads along servicetrail down into the northern valley of Garigal National Park. The sections of ferns that the trail passes through at the bottom of the valley are quite beautiful as is Bare Creek. Be prepared for steep sections of servicetrail and watch out for both bike and horse riders along this trail.

Time     Distance Climb Style

4 Hrs   8.5 km   546 m   One way

2.3 km N of Seaforth    Garigal National Park      Track: Hard

Following an alternative version of the Great North Walk this well signposted track goes alongside Middle Harbour Creek with great harbour views. Bantry Bay Picnic Area though very close to the start of the walk is a good spot to break. The views just before reaching Roseville Bridge are quite good.

Time     Distance Climb Style

2 Hrs   4.6 km   224 m   Return

0.9 km S of Saint Ives    Garigal National Park      Track: Hard

A fantastic trail to take the kids on or do at night, this trail follows a large pipeline down from Barra Brui to Middle Harbour Creek. Just follow the stick with the servicetrail and the pipeline. With some occassional steep sections this walk is a lot more fun than other servicetrail tracks in the area.

Time     Distance Climb Style

30 mins   1.4 km   109 m   Return

2.3 km N of Seaforth    Garigal National Park      Track: Moderate

This is one of those great little short walks that goes to a really nice picnic spot. Going down to Bantry Bay this walk has good views and a great resting spot at the picnic area. If looking for a short walk and a picnic in the area this is the one to do.

Time     Distance Climb Style

2 Hrs 15 mins   6.3 km   260 m   One way

1.6 km NE of Lindfield    Garigal National Park      Track: Moderate

One of the most popular walks in Garigal National Park this track ventures along the edge of Gordon and Middle Harbour Creeks. From these positions there are great water views. Be prepared to see quite a few people along the way as this walk is very popular. Echo Point Park is a good spot to rest.