Time     Distance Climb Style

30 mins   1.1 km   51 m   One way

3.7 km SW of Turramurra    Lane Cove National Park      Track: Moderate

This is a short walk down into the Lane Cove Valley and back out the other side. The entire track is an asphalted trail, making it a favourite trail for bikeriders. This is also a quick and easy way to get from Turramurra to Maquarie University which is not that far from Vimeira Rd.

Time     Distance Climb Style

2 Hrs 30 mins   4.6 km   239 m   One way

5.6 km NNW of Lane Cove    Lane Cove National Park      Track: Moderate

Following the Lane Cove River this track goes largely along the side of the hill above the river along a narrow bushtrack. This part of track is also part of the Great North Walk so it is usually well-maintained. Things to lookout for include Fiddens Wharf which is a very pleasant spot to sit and watch the ducks. Also, under De Burghs Bridge occassionally there are graffiti artists at work. The track passes by Lane Cove National Park Headquarters so pop by and check out the activities happening in the park.

Time     Distance Climb Style

27 mins   2.1 km   93 m   One way

2.8 km NNW of Lane Cove    Lane Cove National Park      Track: Hard

Going through the historical 'Fairylands' section of Lane Cove National Park this track has good waterfalls and is signposted well. Unfortunately, much of the track is through urban areas connecting the two major sections of bushlands. Allow extra time to dawdle through Fairylands and read about its historical significance.

Time     Distance Climb Style

2 Hrs 30 mins   5.3 km   222 m   One way

2.6 km WSW of Lane Cove    Lane Cove National Park      Track: Moderate

One of the most enjoyable walks in the Lane Cove National Park this walk features extensive mangroves next to the Lane Cove River, particularly in the section between Boronia Av and Buffalo Creek Reserve. Sugarloaf Point is well worth going the 200m for as its a good spot to break with views of the river. Unfortunately, the views at the bridge crossing immediately north-east of Magdala Park are oftern spoiled by the smell coming from the industrial complex next to the river.

Time     Distance Climb Style

1 Hrs 30 mins   4.4 km   196 m   One way

3.7 km SW of Turramurra    Lane Cove National Park      Track: Moderate

Following a section of the Great North Walk this popular walk is well signposted and maintained. There are good views of the Lane Cove River as the track passes along the side of the ridge to the north. In several sections the track goes down to smaller creeks (some of which are polluted). Watch these creeks after rain as the boulders and small bridges can become quite slippery.

Time     Distance Climb Style

1 Hrs 30 mins   2.6 km   102 m   Circuit

3.4 km WSW of Turramurra    Lane Cove National Park      Track: Moderate

One of the most enjoyable walks in the Lane Cove National Park this relatively short trail ventures down into the valley of Lane Cove National Park. Spend a short while and go out to the scenic lookout and take your time around the waterfall. The management of this trail is not what it once was and the signposts along the way are falling into disrepair.

Time     Distance Climb Style

8 Hrs   19.2 km   902 m   One way

1.1 km N of Eastwood    Lane Cove National Park, Berowra Valley Regional Park      Track: Hard

First following Terry's Creek and then the Lane Cove River this trail goes through some of the prettier sections of the Lane Cove National Park before climbing up to Thornleigh before going into Berowra Valley Regional Park. Following Berowra Creek and the side of the hill the track changes from the wet environment of Lane Cove to the dry scrub and bushland of Berowra. This continues until turning and climbing out up to Hornsby Railway Station.

Time     Distance Climb Style

2 Hrs 6 mins   5.7 km   137 m   One way

0.5 km WNW of Thornleigh    Lane Cove National Park      Track: Moderate

Following the Great North Walk and the upper reaches of the Lane Cove River South this walk explores dense bushland surrounding the river. Expect to see a variety of trails along this walk from steep bushtracks to wide biketrails. The common feature however is how well managed these trails. The section just south of Thornleigh is the highlight of this walk as the bushtrail winds its way around the hill.

Time     Distance Climb Style

2 Hrs   5.1 km   220 m   One way

4.3 km SW of Turramurra    Lane Cove National Park      Track: Moderate

Well maintained and signposted this track follows the Lane Cove River, mostly along a section of the Great North Walk. The section of bushtrack just west of De Burghs Bridge has great views of the River, and Brown's Waterhole is a good spot to break. Watch out for cyclists in the Brown's Waterhole area as this is a popular bike riding trail.

Time     Distance Climb Style

1 Hr   5.6 km   183 m   One way

3.3 km E of Hunters Hill    Lane Cove National Park      Walk: Easy

Going through the streets of Hunters Hill, this walk is the first segment of those walking the Great North Walk. That said, it struggles to be called a bushwalk as the majority of the track is on roads and footpaths. The track does pop into some pockets of nice bushland, but these are short relative to the walking along the streets.