Time:	3 Hrs 30 mins	15188.2 km SE of Bundeena
Length:	9.5 km	Royal National Park
Climb:	248 m
Style:	Return

This walk is the direct route down to Big and Little Marley. The beaches are fantastic, secluded areas with Big Marley hosting a large sand dune and lagoon. The beaches are not patrolled and can have dangerous surf conditions, so take care. Deer Pool and its waterfall is also a highlight on the track in. more...

Time:	2 Hrs 30 mins	15192.1 km SE of Bundeena
Length:	6.8 km	Royal National Park
Climb:	134 m
Style:	Circuit

A walk from the small town of Bundeena to Jibbon Head providing views of Cronulla and north up the coast. From Jibbon Head the track turns and goes along a sandy service trail, looping around and down the coast. The short side trip out to Bundeena Lookout is well worth the walk with absolutely fantastic views up and down the coast and out to the ocean. From here the track heads back through the roads to Bundeena Ferry. The fantastic views that this walk offers of the coast make the road walking seem worth it. more...

Time:	5 Hrs	15192.1 km SE of Bundeena
Length:	13.9 km	Royal National Park
Climb:	441 m
Style:	Return

Exploring the coastline of the Royal National Park this track has fantastic views and a great place to wet the toes at Little Marley Beach. Bundeena is a great place to start the walk with places to grab a bite to eat. You can also catch the ferry from Cronulla to Bundeena, an excellent way to start a day of walking. With this walk, prepare to be astounded by great views of the ocean and cliffs. more...

Time:	4 Hrs	15192.1 km SE of Bundeena
Length:	12.6 km	Royal National Park
Climb:	412 m
Style:	Return

From the small town of Bundeena to one of the largest beaches in the Royal National Park this walk has great views of the Coast as it heads south through the heath and along the rockshelf. This is before descending to Marley Beach which offers the opportunity to swim and explore the lagoon before heading back to Bundeena. On a sunny day this track is a pure delight. more...

Time:	3 Hrs	15192.1 km SE of Bundeena
Length:	10.9 km	Royal National Park
Climb:	274 m
Style:	Circuit

From Bundeena this track heads south to the coast and then loops around Marley Head. The track changes environments from the heath to opening up to rocky platforms along the cliffs. There are great views from Marley Head and the section between Marley and Bundeena Lookout is just astounding. Look out for lizards in the heath sections as it abounds with wildlife. more...

Time:	3 Hrs 30 mins	6.3 km SE of Waterfall
Length:	8.2 km	Royal National Park
Climb:	399 m
Style:	Circuit

This track explores a variety of environments through the Royal National Park. From the old Garawarra farm the track heads along the squeeze way then down a ridge to Burning palms. There is an optional side trip out to figure 8 pools. Burning palms offers a nice beach and a great place to rest. From the beach the track heads back up to Garawarra via an open grassy ridge, then through a nice shady forest track. more...

Time:	2 Days	0.8 km NE of Otford
Length:	27.3 km	Royal National Park
Climb:	1253 m
Style:	One way

Following the coast through the Royal National Park with its magnificent coastal views this trail is truly amazing. Although walked traditionally from Bundeena the track is well-signposted so either direction is fine to walk. Plenty of coastal cliff views the entire way of this walk there ae also a number of houses built during the Depression that scatter the coast, forming small villages. overnight at at North Era (or stay at the YHA - see day 2 notes) more...

Time:	4 Hrs 30 mins	0.5 km WSW of Waterfall
Length:	9.8 km	Royal National Park
Climb:	371 m
Style:	Return

This is a pleasant walk which takes you through some of Royal National Parks more diverse ecosystems. From Waterfall Station the walk heads through the bush and heath to descend to the rain forest and palms on the banks of the upper Hacking River. A great track to explore Royal National Parks floral diversity. more...

Time:	1 Hrs 45 mins	6.1 km ESE of Waterfall
Length:	4.4 km	Royal National Park
Climb:	64 m
Style:	One way

This walk is another Royal National Park classic which comes off a ridge to join with the Coastal Track's tour of the beaches. The small Curra Moors car park is the start of the walk which heads through the heath and bush land to the rock shelf at the coast. The track ends at Garie Beach. The beach has a kiosk and is an excellent spot for a swim (when patrolled) and a picnic. This walk is good for those who can get dropped off at the top and meet their driver at the bottom, or you may choose to do a car shuffle or retrace your steps back to Curra Moors car park. more...

Time:	3 Hrs 30 mins	15179.7 km SE of Bundeena
Length:	9.2 km	Royal National Park
Climb:	242 m
Style:	Circuit

This track is a nice walk mostly along service trails. The track passes through heath and some areas of trees (flowering in spring). This walk follows the Coastal Track along the headland giving great views along the coast and out to sea. more...

Time:	1 Hrs 30 mins	15188.2 km SE of Bundeena
Length:	3.8 km	Royal National Park
Climb:	109 m
Style:	Return

The walk down to Deer Pools takes you through the heath which is common in Royal National Park. This bush opens out onto Deer Pool which is a beautiful little cascade and pool of water. A lovely walk to one of the well known landmarks in the park. more...

Time:	2 Hrs 30 mins	0.2 km SW of Engadine
Length:	5.7 km	Royal National Park
Climb:	176 m
Style:	One way

From Engadine Railway Station this track ventures into the centre of the Royal National Park through light scrub. Highlights include down at Tuckawa Rill Creek where the cascading water and small rock pools contrast beautifully with the surrounding dry bushland. On from here and there are great views of the Hacking River from up on the Robertson's Roundabout. Then the track descends into the park lands surrounding the visitor centre at Audley. more...

Time:	1 Hrs 45 mins	3.3 km ESE of Waterfall
Length:	4.5 km	Royal National Park
Climb:	186 m
Style:	Circuit

Opened in 1886 the Forest Path was once part of a controversial logging site and was the first time that logging was stopped in Australia by protest. Now it is a short trail looping around the hill as it follows the Hacking River. Through a shaded environment of ferns and eucalyptus this trail heads through a very pretty environment that was definitely worth preserving. more...

Time:	2 Hrs 30 mins	5.4 km NE of Otford
Length:	6 km	Royal National Park
Climb:	276 m
Style:	Return

This return walk starts from the old Garawarra Farm car park and heads down the ridge through the Royal National Park to the coast. The walk then follows the coast through Burning Palms beach and down around the base of the headland to the famous Figure Eight Pools. This walk explores 4 distinct environments and gives a great cross section of what the park has to offer. (Check the tide and wave heights, to avoid disappointment at the rock platform.) more...

Time:	2 Hrs	6.3 km SE of Waterfall
Length:	3.9 km	Royal National Park
Climb:	156 m
Style:	One way

This walk starts at the large Garawarra Farm car park taking the ridge straight down to the coast. Look for the change in vegetation as you descend the spur to the Coastal Track, before beach hopping your way to Garie Beach. The track is a great way to see some of Sydney's best coast with plenty of opportunities to cool down and maybe do a spot of fishing along the way. About half the track is through open grass land giving panoramic ocean views with opportunities to wander among some buildings from the depression era. more...

Time:	7 Hrs	10.7 km SSE of Heathcote
Length:	13.5 km	Royal National Park
Climb:	753 m
Style:	Circuit

Using a variety of tracks this walk follows the coast as well as going inland to Garrawarra Farm. With great coastal views and a magnificent palm jungle this track demonstrates perfectly, the diversity of the Royal National Park. Of historical significance are the houses scattered along the coast that were built in the depression. Spare time along the way to have a cool down at one of the many fantastic beaches. more...

Time:	4 Hrs 30 mins	10.7 km SSE of Heathcote
Length:	11 km	Royal National Park
Climb:	662 m
Style:	One way

Travelling along the well maintained Burgh Track, passing great views of the ocean and the cliffs, before turning inland and to explore more if the natural environment. Going to Helensburgh this trail offers the chance to catch the train home. The environment and views near Lady Wakehurst Dr are incredibly special as the track winds its way through a shrouded eucalypt forest. more...

Time:	2 Hrs	7.4 km SE of Waterfall
Length:	3.2 km	Royal National Park
Climb:	242 m
Style:	Return

This walk is the shortest walk to North Era Beach and starts from the Garie car park. Both beaches are popular surfing beaches and have either camping or basic hostel accommodation. This makes the walk between the beaches an excellent way to transport boards and supplies to your surf retreat, weekend getaway or just a nice stroll during the day. more...

Time:	45 mins	6.3 km ENE of Helensburgh
Length:	1.3 km	Royal National Park
Climb:	68 m
Style:	Return

This track is the only access to Garie Beach YHA. If you leave your car in the Garie Beach car park it is easy to head up to the hostel before spending the rest of your time down at the beach. The hostel is basic but luxurious for a week of surfing or exploring the coast. The YHA not staffed and is locked, you need to pay and pick up a key from Sydney if you wish to stay. more...

Time:	2 Hrs 15 mins	6.3 km SE of Waterfall
Length:	5 km	Royal National Park
Climb:	270 m
Style:	Circuit

This walk follows the Squeeze Way from Garie Rd, then heads down Stockyard Spur to Era Gully. The walk then heads up to the old Garawarra Farm via Burgh Ridge and back along the road to the Squeezeway and Garrie Rd. There are some optional side trip mentioned to North Era and to Burning Palms for people with extra time. This walk gives a great cross section of the environments in the Royal National park, and plenty of places to rest and take in the views. more...

Time:	4 Hrs 15 mins	1 km SW of Heathcote
Length:	10 km	Royal National Park
Climb:	330 m
Style:	One way

Through scrub and heath this track goes into the Royal National Park along a well managed bush track. Passing great pools and sections of creek at Karloo Pools and Ulloola Falls. With some lovely rest spots at both of these places (especially with the toilet at Ulloola) this walk is very pleasant. Coming into Audley there are great views of the Hacking River and once at Audley the visitor centre is a good spot to grab a bit to eat. more...

Time:	6 Hrs 30 mins	1 km SW of Heathcote
Length:	14.9 km	Royal National Park
Climb:	643 m
Style:	One way

Encompassing a large section of central Royal National Park this track goes through the heath and scrub along a well managed and signposted track. The walk loops from Heathcote Railway Station around to Engadine Station. With public transport at both ends, toilets and water at both Uloola Falls and Reid's Park this track has ample infrastructure to keep a walker out for a day, without losing the sense of getting away from it all. more...

Time:	3 Hrs	1 km SW of Heathcote
Length:	5.6 km	Royal National Park
Climb:	312 m
Style:	Return

A popular trail for those wanting a well-signposted bush track and a great place to swim. The Karloo Track follows the bush track from Heathcote Railway Station east into the Royal National Park to a great set of waterholes on Kangaroo Creek. This walk offers more than just a set of waterholes at the end, there are also fantastic views from the ridge of the surrounding bushland. more...

Time:	2 Hrs	7.4 km S of Heathcote
Length:	5.1 km	Royal National Park
Climb:	178 m
Style:	Return

Along an old horse carriage-way this trail heads north until turning off the wide servicetrail and going up to a beautiful limestone cave. In typical sandstone country Palona Cave's different geology makes it well worth the visit as is the beautiful cascading waterfall at the cave. Along Lady Carrington Drive watch out for bike riders as this is a highly popular cycling route. more...

Time:	4 Hrs	15188.7 km SE of Loftus
Length:	11.1 km	Royal National Park
Climb:	406 m
Style:	One way

Following well-maintained bushtracks and servicetrails this track descends into the Royal National Park before going to a spectacular set of pools and cascading falls on South Western Creek. The Royal National Park Information Centre on Sir Betram Stevens Drive is approximately in the middle of this walk and is a great spot to grab a bite to eat before continuing to the falls. Unfortunately, its necessary to have a car to get from Winifred Falls out of the park. more...

Time:	4 Hrs 30 mins	15188.2 km SE of Bundeena
Length:	10.9 km	Royal National Park
Climb:	354 m
Style:	Circuit

This walk takes you down from the ridge to the quiet Deer Pool on Marley Creek. You pass the Big and Little Marley beaches with an optional side trip to Wattamola Dam. This side trip is well worth it on a hot day to take a dip. The track then leads away from the coast to loop back to the starting point on Bundeena Drive. more...

Time:	5 Hrs	15185.6 km SE of Bundeena
Length:	13.3 km	Royal National Park
Climb:	364 m
Style:	One way

This track is a long scenic walk down to Garie Beach. The ridge gives views over the coast and far out to see as it meanders along the heath covered cliff edge down to the beautiful Garie Beach. The descent from the headland onto Garie Beach also gives magnificent views of the coast to the south. more...

Time:	2 Hrs 30 mins	15185.9 km SE of Bundeena
Length:	6.7 km	Royal National Park
Climb:	213 m
Style:	Return

This track follows Mount Bass Fire Trail down to the bush track which then leads to Winifred Falls. Be prepared to get your feet wet crossing upper Winifred Falls. The Winifred Falls are really nice, and complimented by the brilliant side trip down to to South West Arm pools. These pools are a great place for a swim and a bite to eat before returning to the road. more...

Time:	6 Hrs	0.8 km NE of Otford
Length:	13.4 km	Royal National Park
Climb:	704 m
Style:	Circuit

Exploring the southern coast of Royal National Park this walk experiences different trails and environments, with dense forest at Palm Forest to the open grasslands along the Coastline. With a short side trip out to the Figure of 8 Pools this walk becomes a great day in the bush. The views from the Burgh Ridge are something special with views far into the distance along the coast. (Check the tide and wave heights, to avoid disappointment at the rock platform for Figure 8 pools.) more...

Time:	6 Hrs 30 mins	0.8 km NE of Otford
Length:	13.1 km	Royal National Park
Climb:	729 m
Style:	Return

From Otford Train Station this track soon enters into the Royal National Park at the coast. There are great views of Wollongong down the coast. The track also passes through the magnificent Palm Jungle and Burning Palms beach. This is a great spot to go to get the toes wet and enjoy the environment. This track then continues to Figure of Eight Pools. more...

Time:	5 Hrs 15 mins	0.8 km NE of Otford
Length:	12.9 km	Royal National Park
Climb:	587 m
Style:	One way

Largely along service trails and well managed bush tracks the Otford to Helensburgh Trail goes from train station to train station through parts of southern Royal National Park. The bush track between Garrawarra and the Hacking River is incredibly beautiful as it winds its way down the hill through shrouded eucalypt forest and low lying scrub. more...

Time:	30 mins	15185.4 km SE of Bundeena
Length:	1.6 km	Royal National Park
Climb:	49 m
Style:	Return

Providential Point is a quick and easy walk to see some beautiful coastline. The walk passes through the Providential Point campsite and continues out to the fenced cliff edge. These views are complimented by the large cliffs on either side of lookout on this great short walk. more...

Time:	1 Hrs 15 mins	3.7 km ENE of Heathcote
Length:	2.3 km	Royal National Park
Climb:	155 m
Style:	Circuit

From the Royal National Park Centre this walk crosses the Hacking River before rising steeply up onto the ridge to fantastic views of the Hacking River. If you look into the distance you can see Cronulla on the horizon at the highest points. Towards the end of circuit, with good views of the surrounding bushland, the track descends back down to the river and the visitor centre. more...

Time:	1 Hrs 45 mins	6.3 km SE of Waterfall
Length:	3.3 km	Royal National Park
Climb:	142 m
Style:	One way

The walk down Stockyard Spur to Garie Beach is an excellent way to take in coastal views before following the Coastal Track. This is great if you are with a driver who is happy to drop you and wait for you are Garie Beach, or if you can do a car shuffle. You can always just walk back up. There are plenty of opportunities to get your feet wet if you wish to cool down on the walk, and you can see some of the houses built during the depression at north Era and LIttle Garie. more...

Time:	2 Days	15192.1 km SE of Bundeena
Length:	27.3 km	Royal National Park
Climb:	1353 m
Style:	One way

Heading south this walk covers the coastline of the Royal National Park and can truly only be described as amazing. With breathtaking coastal views from Bundeena to Otford this trail follows the cliffs through the scrub. Its well managed and signposted track. You will enjoy the truly fantastic views out to sea and along the cliffs. If you prefer you can use the un-staffed YHA at Garie beach rather than camping. Make an early start for day two, it is bigger that it seams. more...

Time:	4 Hrs 30 mins	1 km SW of Heathcote
Length:	11.3 km	Royal National Park
Climb:	389 m
Style:	One way

Starting and ending at railway stations this track ventures into central Royal National Park along a well maintained bush track. The walk goes via a beautiful set of waterholes and rock flats at Karloo Pools. The track continues to the peaceful campsite at Uloola Falls and then along a service trail, to Waterfall Railway Station. more...

Time:	4 Hrs 30 mins	5.9 km ESE of Waterfall
Length:	11.8 km	Royal National Park
Climb:	446 m
Style:	Return

Winding next to Bola Creek the Wallumarra bush track is very pretty, as is the track to Palona. With a great rest area at Bola Picnic Area and next to the waterfall at Palona Cave caps off a great walk. The Wallumarra service trail and the side trip to the Beehives are not the most interesting tracks in Royal National Park, the Wallumarra bush track and the trail to Palona Cave make up for this. more...

Time:	1 Hrs 45 mins	5.9 km ESE of Waterfall
Length:	4.7 km	Royal National Park
Climb:	74 m
Style:	One way

This walk could be like any many other service trail walks until reaching the start of the bush track. There are great views going down the hill and once at Bola Creek the track meanders alongside the creek through a dark forest until meeting up with Lady Carrington Dr. more...

Time:	4 Hrs 30 mins	5.9 km ESE of Waterfall
Length:	12.5 km	Royal National Park
Climb:	477 m
Style:	Circuit

Following a section of service trail this track heads along the ridge until descending off the hill down to Bola Creek. Although the service trail is not the most interesting the bush track is enjoyable, especially down on the creek as the track winds its way through the forest. After a short break at the Bola Picnic Area the track circles around along the Forest Path. This track was one of the first in Royal National Park (established in 1886) and still remains very pretty. more...

Time:	1 Hrs 15 mins	15185.4 km SE of Bundeena
Length:	3.1 km	Royal National Park
Climb:	90 m
Style:	Return

This return walk starts from the southern car park at the Wattamolla picnic area and winds south further into the Royal National Park. The walk follows the service trail that provides views across the coast and then follows a bush track down into Curracurrang Cove. The cove is a nice narrow nook in the coast line where a number of archaeological findings have been made in the past. more...

Time:	45 mins	15185.4 km SE of Bundeena
Length:	1.6 km	Royal National Park
Climb:	59 m
Style:	Return

This short return walk starts from the Wattamolla picnic area car park, and winds north along the Coast Track to the Wattamolla Dam. The small dam is nestled below a waterfall on Wattamolla creek and is a great spot for a quite dip before lunch. more...

Time:	4 Hrs	15185.4 km SE of Bundeena
Length:	10.3 km	Royal National Park
Climb:	347 m
Style:	Circuit

This walk is an excellent loop which takes in both the coast and the heathy inland of Royal National Park. Nearly the whole walk has views of the sea. Big Marley and Little Marley are great places to wet the feet. The dunes behind Big Marley are also worth exploring, as is Deer Pools if time allows. more...

Time:	3 Hrs 30 mins	15185.4 km SE of Bundeena
Length:	7.6 km	Royal National Park
Climb:	323 m
Style:	One way

The Wattamolla to Garie Beach walk is a scenic coastal stroll which takes you along the top of the coastal cliffs before dropping own to the fantastic Garie Beach. The coastal cliffs give views out to sea with many ledges to look down onto the waves crashing into the rock. The descent onto Garie Beach has some of the best views of coastline in the Royal National Park. more...

Time:	2 Hrs	15187 km SE of Bundeena
Length:	4.4 km	Royal National Park
Climb:	175 m
Style:	One way

Winifred Falls is one of the best waterfalls in Royal National Park. The track not only goes to the magnificent falls but has the optional side trip down to the beautiful South West Arm Pools. Anice Falls are not as great as Winifred but worth the visit. The walk then continues through the heath to Maianbar Rd. more...

Time:	1 Hrs 30 mins	15181.8 km SE of Bundeena
Length:	4.1 km	Royal National Park
Climb:	50 m
Style:	One way

This isn't a particularly special walk, but is a nice way to see different heath environments. The track was once an old road which has now been turned into a service trail. There are many wildflowers and banksia along this track, providing great flower displays in the warmer months of the year. more...