North Arm Walking Track

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2 hrs

3.1 km One way

145 m

Moderate track

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 bush track 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.

(0km) H.C. Press Park → End of Willis Rd

890 m

19 mins

26m

-59m Moderate track

From the end of Emerstan Rd, this walk begins by descending steeply from the road along the asphalted management trail, past the large green gate and information signs. Soon the track flattens out it changes and narrows into a track that curves around to the south-west, running parallel to Middle Harbour. The track continues pass a small boat shed and widens back into an asphalted management trail, heading slightly uphill to an intersection at the end of Willis Road. This is marked by a large gate and more information signs.

(1km) End of Willis Rd → Mannerim Rd turnoff

860 m

22 mins

63m

-61m Moderate track

Continue straight: From the intersection, this walk heads north-west along the management trail until coming to a small green building. From the building, the trail narrows to a track and continues north-west until coming to an intersection with another track (that heads up the hill away from Middle Harbour). This intersection is marked by a small sign and arrow stating that this is the 'Mannerim Rd turnoff'.

(2km) Mannerim Rd turnoff → Pump Station Int

630 m

14 mins

28m

-33m Moderate track

Continue straight: From the intersection, this walk heads north-west along the track (following Scotts Creek) before coming to an intersection with an asphalt road.
Continue straight: From the intersection, this walk heads down the road to the south, coming to a small intersection with a diverging track, marked by an arrow. At this point, there is a large fenced building, approximately 100m away.

(2km) Pump Station Int → North Arm Road

740 m

14 mins

28m

-11m Moderate track

Continue straight: From the intersection near the pumping station, this walk heads steeply down along the track. At the bottom of the hill, the track continues south until reaching the grasslands and the boardwalk across Scotts Creek. On the southern side of the creek, the track then curves around to the east. After heading east for a short while, the track suddenly climbs away from the grasslands and heads steadily up to North Arm Rd.

Maps for the North Arm Walking Track walk

You can download the PDF for this walk to print a map.
These maps below cover the walk and the wider area around the walk, they are worth carrying for safety reasons.

Parramatta River	1:25 000 Map Series	91303N PARRAMATTA RIVER	NSW-91303N
Sydney	1:100 000 Map Series	9130 SYDNEY	9130

Cross sectional view of the North Arm Walking Track bushwalking track

Analysis and summary of the altitude variation on the North Arm Walking Track

Altitude analysis for North Arm Walking Track

Overview of this walks grade – based on the AS 2156.1 – 2001

Under this standard, a walk is graded based on the most difficult section of the walk.

		Length	3.1 km
		Time	2 hrs
		.
Grade 3/6 Moderate track	AS 2156.1	Gradient	Short steep hills (3/6)
		Quality of track	Clear and well formed track or trail (2/6)
		Signs	Directional signs along the way (3/6)
		Experience Required	Some bushwalking experience recommended (3/6)
		Weather	Weather generally has little impact on safety (1/6)
		Infrastructure	Limited facilities, not all cliffs are fenced (3/6)

Some more details of this walks Grading

Here is a bit more details explaining grading looking at sections of the walk

Gradient

This whole walk, 3.1km has short steep hills.

Quality of track

This whole walk, 3.1km follows a clear and well formed track or trail.

Signs

Around 2.4km of this walk is clearly signposted, whilst the remaining 740m has directional signs at most intersection.

Experience Required

This whole walk, 3.1km requires some bushwalking experience.

weather

This whole walk, 3.1km is not usually affected by severe weather events (that would unexpectedly impact safety and navigation).

Infrastructure

This whole walk, 3.1km has limited facilities (such as not all cliffs fenced).

Other Nearby walks

A list of walks that start near the North Arm Walking Track walk.

Flat Rock Beach track

516 m Return, 20 mins

This short walk starts from the end of Killarney Drive, in Killarney Heights and heads down the hill to Flat Rock Beach. The beach is a secluded sandy area on the shores of Middle Harbour. A nice spot for swimming, relaxing and enjoying the boats as they pass by.

Total climbing: 50m

Moderate track

Engravings Track

2.2 km One way, 45 mins

Starting at Seaforth Oval, this walk follows the Engravings track parallel to the Wakehurst Parkway to the end of Bantry Bay Road, Forestville. The first half of the walk is along bush track and the second half follows a service trail. The engravings, after which this track is named, are fenced of

Total climbing: 39m

Moderate track

Seaforth Oval to Davidson Park

10 km One way, 4 hrs 30 mins

The Seaforth to Davidson Park walk is a wonderful and historic loop around Bantry Bay. The walk continues from Bantry Bay, along Middle Harbour's treelined foreshore, to Davidson Park. This walk explores some wonderful bush and water views tucked into the valleys of Sydney.

Total climbing: 491m

Hard track

Seaforth Oval to Roseville Bridge via Bantry Bay

10 km One way, 4 hrs

Starting at Seaforth Oval, this walk follows a section of the 'Harbour to Hawkesbury' track along Middle Harbour Creek. The walk has many highlights, including great views of Bantry Bay, the Historic Magazine Buildings and the Natural Bridge. This walk is blessed with great bushland and views of M

Total climbing: 491m

Hard track

Seaforth Oval to the Bluff Lookout

5.4 km Return, 3 hrs

This great return walk starts from Seaforth oval and follows the Timbergetters Track down to Bantry Bay, and the pleasant waterfront picnic area. The walk then climbs steadily, out of the valley, to the Bluff Lookout. From this lookout you can see all the way across Middle Harbour.

Total climbing: 363m

Hard track

Timber Getters Track

1.8 km Return, 1 Hr

Starting at Seaforth Oval, this walk explores the historic logging track that heads down to the picnic area on the eastern shore of Banty Bay. The picnic area is a great spot to relax and enjoy the water, and bush views, before heading back up to Seaforth oval. This is just one section of the great

Total climbing: 120m

Hard track

Spit Bridge to Manly (Manly Scenic Walkway)

9.1 km One way, 3 hrs 45 mins

The Spit to Manly walk is a classic bushwalk on Sydney's Northern Beaches. The walk follows a well-maintained track and provides beautiful views over Middle Harbour. This walk is great for those looking for exercise or just a stroll along the shoreline of Sydney Harbour. If you have time, the sidet

Total climbing: 349m

Moderate track

Spit Bridge to North Harbour Reserve

8.7 km Circuit, 4 hrs

This loop walk from the Spit Bridge is an interesting walk with many different things to see and do along the way. The walk passes Ellery's Punt Reserve, Sandy Bay and goes along the shoreline to Castle Rock Beach. The walk crosses Dobroyd Head and comes around to Reef Beach, which is a great place

Total climbing: 381m

Moderate track

Manly Dam Circuit Walk

7.3 km Circuit, 3 hrs

This is the main walk around Manly Dam, and is popular for both walkers and bike riders. Prepare for spectacular views from both sides of the dam, along well managed trails. Good spots to break include the picnic areas on King St. Features of this walk include walking the bridge across the top of th

Total climbing: 251m

Moderate track

Manly Dam Nature Trail

3.2 km Return, 1 hr 30 mins

A short walk along the southern hill above Manly Dam, with great views and fantastic scenery. One of the few tracks in the Manly Dam area where you won't get run over by bike riders, this is a great walk for those looking for something short and peaceful. Look out for black snakes and goannas along

Total climbing: 150m

Moderate track

Spit Bridge to Middle Head Forts

6.1 km One way, 2 hrs 30 mins

This scenic walk takes you from the Spit Bridge, along the coast to explore the Middle Head Forts. There are a few alternate routes for use at high tide or high seas. Balmoral Beach offers a few spots for a coffee or fish and chips along the way. Middle Head offers plenty of options for exploring th

Total climbing: 172m

Hard track

Spit to Lindfield

22.6 km One way, 9 hrs 45 mins

This full day walk starts at the southern end of the Spit Bridge and explores a lot of Garigal National Park and Middle Harbour Creek. The walk follows the 'Harbour to Hawkesbury' track into Garigal National Park, skirting around Bantry Bay and along Middle Harbour Creek before crossing Roseville Br

Total climbing: 1181m