Northern Green Point Circuit

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1 hr 30 mins

3.8 km Circuit

140 m

Hard track

This walk visits two lovely foreshore locations on Lake Macquarie, before gaining height and traveling through eucalyptus forest and then finally descending again to the foreshore. The forest walking is mostly along fire trails adjacent to houses and it is possible to shorten the walk by exiting onto Roma or Leichhardt Roads. To finish this walk, you can return over Rocky-high viewpoint or alternatively inland through forest. This walk explores the lesser walked northern half of Green Point Reserve.

Dilkera Rd entrance to Green Point Reserve

Filtered views of Lake Macquarie from Green Point Reserve

Well-maintained tracks near Rocky-high view point

Lake Macquarie from Rocky High View Point

Metal staircase near Rocky-high view point

A place for contemplation Green Point Reserve

Track near Lake Macquarie in Green Point Reserve

Timber bridge by Lake Macquarie in Green Point Reserve

Stepped timber tracks with Lake Macquarie in the distance

Bush steps offer glimpses of Lake Macquarie

She Oaks beside Green Point Lake Macquarie

She Oak trees on Green Point by Lake Macquarie

Track away from Green Point by Lake Macquarie

Track close to Green Point on Lake Macquarie

Track in Green Pint Reserve on Lake Macquarie

Tracks near Green Point on Lake Macquarie

Intersection of trail in Green Point Reserve

Intersection close to Green Point in Green Point Reserve

Shared footpath in Green Point Reserve on Lake Macquarie

Concrete footpath in Green Point Reserve

A small clearing on the Zig Zag Track in Green Point Reserve

Sealed trail close to Green Point in Green Point Reserve

A metal seat on the Zig Zag trail in Green Point Reserve

Metal seat on Zig Zag trail in Green Point Reserve

Views of skyline and trail ahead on the Zig Zag trail in Green Point

Timber fencing on Zig Zag trail in Green Point Reserve

Sealed Trail in Green Point Reserve near Lake Macquarie

Zig Zag trail with houses in the distance

Intersection near Leichhardt Road in Green Point Reserve

Fire trail behind houses in Green Point Reserve

Houses next to a fire trail in Green Point Reserve

A hilly fire trail in Green Point Reserve

Fire trail in Green Point reserve on the circuit walk

A wide fire trail in Green Point Reserve

Metal fence next to a fire trail in Green Point Reserve

Faint forested track near a fire trail in Green Point Reserve

House fence near a fire trail in Green Point Reserve

Track into forest near a fire trail in Green Point Reserve

Narrow track towards Lake Macquarie in Green Point Reserve

Track towards the water in Green Point Reserve

Trail through forest near Rocky-high viewpoint in Green Point Reserve

Parkland near Dilkera Ave Valentine with Lake Macquarie beyond

Sign at the Dilkera Ave entrance to Green Point Reserve

Green Point Foreshore Reserve on Lake Macquarie

The Green Point Foreshore Reserve on Lake Macquarie is a great place for a bush walk, bicycle or picnic. The Green Point Foreshore reserve offers many historical and environmentally interpretative signs along its multi use pathways. There is an unformed foreshore pathway beside Lake Macquarie, or more physically demanding walks away from the lake foreshore and into rainforest. Historically, the Green Point area was involved in a coal rush from the 1860's. This coal rush was spearheaded by the Cardiff Coal Company. Coal was proposed to be transported by barge to Threlkeld's old wharf at Reid's Mistake (Swansea Heads) for shipping to Sydney. However, the coal was poor quality 'boiler coal' and used mostly for steamer boilers. This coal rush finished in 1870. Timber was also milled on site after the coal rush. The Lake Macquarie Council is undergoing extensive rehabilitation works to improve the area for recreation. For more information contact the Lake Macquarie Visitor Information Centre on (02) 4921 0740 More info.

Green Point Reserve Entrance (Dilkera Avenue, Valentine)

The Dilkera Avenue entrance (in Valentine) to Green Point Foreshore Reserve offers access to both walking and bicycling paths. There is car parking and a large grassed park overlooking Lake Macquarie, a great spot to sit or have a picnic. A short walk away in the Green Point Reserve is Rockyhigh Viewpoint over Lake Macquarie, which is fabulous at sunset.

(0km) Int of Foreshore Track & Dilkera Ave Reserve Entrance → Rockyhigh Viewpoint

210 m

4 mins

-8m Moderate track

From the intersection[1], this walk follows the track, while initially keeping the 'Welcome to Green Point Fore Shore Reserve' sign[2][3] on your left. This walk continues, passing a 'Mangrove Seed Symbol' timber signed post[4] (on the left) after about 5m. Then this walk continues through forest for about 190m, undulating gently to climb moderately steeply up timber steps[5] (beside a metal ring fence[6][7]) to find Rockyhigh Viewpoint, with a bench seat[8] (on the left) and views[9] over the lake (on the right).

Rockyhigh Viewpoint

The Rockyhigh Viewpoint[10] (near Dilkera Avenue, Valentine) has elevated views across Lake Macquarie. There is a bench seat[11] perfectly located to enjoy the views. This viewpoint is magnificent at sunset; a local secret.

(0km) Rockyhigh Viewpoint → Int of Fore Shore AND Short Cut Tracks

120 m

2 mins

-6m Moderate track

Continue straight: From Rockyhigh Viewpoint[12][13], this walk follows the track moderately steeply downhill[14], while keeping the views on the right. This walk continues for 20m, then undulates gently for about 90m, until coming to a three-way intersection[15] with a track and 'Mangrove Seed Symbol' timber posted sign[16] (on the left).

(0km) Int of Fore Shore & Short Cut Tracks → Int of Fore Shore & Coast Tracks

90 m

2 mins

-1m Moderate track

Veer right: From the intersection[17][18], this walk follows the track through forest, while keeping the lake on your right. This walk continues through forest for about 50m, to descend timber steps[19] and then continues for a further 20m, to find a timber boardwalk[20] and bridge[21] (with views of the lake). Then this walk continues for about 35m, until climbing gently up timber steps[22][23] and coming to a track[24][25] (on the left) midway up the steps.

(0km) Int of Fore Shore & Coast Tracks → Green Point

630 m

13 mins

15m

-22m Hard track

Continue straight: From the intersection[26][27], this walk follows the timber steps gently uphill[28], while keeping the lake on your right. This walk continues for about 60m, then descends down timber steps[29]. Then this walk continues for about 160m through forest, climbing gently up and down timber steps[30] to find a timber boardwalk[31] and bridge (with good views over the lake). The walk continues for about 210m, until coming to a four-way intersection[32][33][34], with a large grassy area (Green Point) (on the right).
Turn right: From the intersection[35], this walk follows the track towards Green Point[36] (and the water), while leaving the forest[37] directly behind you. This walk continues for about 60m, passing across grasslands[38] and towards a small clump of She Oak trees[39], until coming to the lake edge[40] and Green Point.

Green Point (on Lake Macquarie)

Green Point in the Green Point Foreshore Reserve on Lake Macquarie is a large grassed area[41] which looks out over Lake Macquarie. From the vantage point of Green Point, a walker can see up and down Lake Macquarie[42]. There are often boats passing by this low headland. This is a fabulous place to have a picnic and there is even a clump of She Oak trees[43] by the water for shade. There are no facilities here, other than the open grassed area.

(1km) Green Point → Int of Green Point AND Zig Zag Tracks

250 m

5 mins

12m

-3m Moderate track

Turn around: From Green Point (by the lake[44] and small clump of She Oak trees[45][46]), this walk follows the track across grasslands and towards the forest. This walk continues for about 60m, until coming to a four-way intersection[47][48] with a track and forest ahead.
Continue straight: From the intersection[49], this walk follows the track gently uphill into forest[50][51] and leaving Green Point directly behind you. This walk continues through forest[52] for about 160m, until coming to a three-way intersection[53] with a concrete footpath and 'Walk Safe/Cycle Safe' sign[54] (on the right).

(1km) Int of Green Point & Zig Zag Tracks → Int of Green Point Track & Leichhardt Trail

840 m

18 mins

44m

-13m Moderate track

Turn left : From the intersection[55], this walk follows the gently uphill concrete footpath, while initially keeping the track and 'Walk Safe/Cycle Safe' sign[56] (on your left). This walk then continues through forest[57] (ignoring side tracks[58]) for about 400m to come to a small heath clearing[59] (on the left). Then this walk continues moderately steeply on the zigzagging footpath[60] for about 130m (passing a metal seat[61]), until coming to a three-way intersection[62] with a trail[63] (on the right), and houses[64] (directly ahead).

(2km) Int of Green Point Track & Leichhardt Trai → Int of Leichhardt Trail & Upper Leichhardt Track

380 m

8 mins

24m

-7m Easy track

Turn left: From the intersection[65][66], this walk follows the footpath gently uphill, while keeping the houses on the right and the valley on the left. This walk continues through forest for 70m, until coming to a three-way intersection[67] with a footpath between houses[68] (on the right) and a 'Green Point Fire Trail' sign[69] (on the left).
Continue straight: From this intersection[70], this walk follows the trail, while keeping houses[71] on your right and the valley on your left. This walk continues, undulating for 300m, until coming to a three-way intersection[72] (as the trail turns left), with a gently uphill track into houses (on the right).

(3km) Int of Leichhardt Trail & Upper Leichhardt Track → Int of Leichhardt Trail & Roma Track

440 m

9 mins

-31m Moderate track

Turn left: From the intersection[73][74], this walk follows the trail while keeping the houses on the right and the valley on the left. This walk continues, undulating moderately steeply[75][76] along the fire trail for about 400m, until coming to a three-way intersection[77] with a locked gate[78][79] and concrete foot path between houses (on the right) and a 'Green Point Fire Trail' sign[80] (on the left).

(3km) Int of Leichhardt Trail & Roma Track → Int of Leichhardt Trail & Coast Track

130 m

3 mins

-7m Easy track

Veer left: From the intersection[81][82], this walk follows the trail[83] moderately steeply downhill, while initially keeping the locked gate[84] and houses on your right. This walk continues through forest, becoming gently undulating for about 140m, until coming to a faint three-way intersection[85] with a moderately steeply downhill track (on the left), just as the trail bends[86][87] (to the right).

(3km) Int of Leichhardt Trail & Coast Track → Int of Fore Shore and Coast Tracks

300 m

6 mins

-30m Hard track

Turn left: From the intersection[88][89][90], this walk follows the track moderately steeply downhill into forest, while leaving behind the level trail and houses. This walk continues for about 300m (ignoring side tracks[91]), becoming gently downhill, until coming to a T-intersection[92] with timber steps[93] (and Lake Macquarie[94] directly ahead).

(3km) Int of Fore Shore & Coast Tracks → Int of Fore Shore & Short Cut Tracks

90 m

2 mins

-5m Moderate track

Turn right: From the intersection[95][96], this walk follows the timber steps[97] gently downhill, while keeping the lake on your left. This walk continues through forest for about 35m, to find a timber boardwalk[98] and bridge[99] (with views of the lake). Then this walk continues for about 20m, climbing up timber steps[100] and following a track for a further about 50m, until coming to a three-way intersection[101], with a track and 'mangrove seed symbol' signed[102] timber post (on the right).

(3km) Int of Fore Shore & Short Cut Tracks → Int of Foreshore Track & Dilkera Ave Reserve Entrance

340 m

9 mins

19m

-13m Moderate track

Continue straight: From the intersection[103], this walk follows the track away from the lake, initially keeping the 'Mangrove Seed Symbol' timber posted sign[104] on your left. This walk continues through forest[105][106] and gently uphill for about 180m, until coming to a T-intersection[107] with a concrete foot path[108], and 'steep bike riding' sign[109] (on the right).
Turn left: From the intersection[110], this walk follows the footpath gently downhill, while keeping the 'steep bike riding' sign[111][112] and track initially on the left. This walk continues through forest for about 140m (with houses[113] on the right), until coming to a three-way intersection[114] with a track and 'Welcome to Green Point Fore Shore Reserve' sign[115][116] (on the left).

(3km) Int of Fore Shore AND Short Cut Tracks → Rockyhigh Viewpoint

120 m

2 mins

-1m Moderate track

Veer left: From the intersection[117], this walk follows the track while initially keeping the 'mangrove seed symbol' signed[118] timber post on the right and lake on the left. This walk continues for about 90m, undulating gently, to climb moderately steeply up timber steps[119] (with a metal ring fence[120]). This walk continues for 20m until coming to Rockyhigh Viewpoint[121], with a bench seat[122] (on the right) and views[123] over the lake (on the left).

(4km) Rockyhigh Viewpoint → Int of Foreshore Track & Dilkera Ave Reserve Entrance

210 m

4 mins

-7m Moderate track

Continue straight: From Rockyhigh Viewpoint[124][125], this walk follows the track[126] moderately steeply downhill (beside a metal ring fence[127]), while keeping the water on your left. This walk continues for about 190m, undulating gently through forest[128], until coming to a T-intersection[129] with a concrete footpath and 'Welcome to Green Point Fore Shore Reserve' sign[130] (on the right)(Dilkera Ave[131] is visible directly ahead).

Maps for the Northern Green Point Circuit 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.

Swansea	1:25 000 Map Series	92314N SWANSEA	NSW-92314N
Lake Macquarie	1:100 000 Map Series	9231 LAKE MACQUARIE	9231

Cross sectional view of the Northern Green Point Circuit bushwalking track

Analysis and summary of the altitude variation on the Northern Green Point Circuit

Altitude analysis for Northern Green Point Circuit

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	3.8 km
		Time	1 hr 30 mins
		.
Grade 4/6 Hard track	AS 2156.1	Gradient	Short steep hills (3/6)
		Quality of track	Formed track, with some branches and other obstacles (3/6)
		Signs	Minimal directional signs (4/6)
		Experience Required	Some bushwalking experience recommended (3/6)
		Weather	Weather generally has little impact on safety (1/6)
		Infrastructure	Limited facilities (such as cliffs not fenced, significant creeks not bridged) (4/6)

Some more details of this walks Grading

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

Gradient

2.8km of this walk has short steep hills and another 690m has gentle hills with occasional steps. The remaining (340m) is flat with no steps.

Quality of track

1.7km of this walk follows a formed track, with some branches and other obstacles and another 1.2km follows a clear and well formed track or trail. The remaining (920m) follows a smooth and hardened path.

Signs

1.8km of this walk is clearly signposted and another 1.2km has directional signs at most intersection. The remaining (850m) has minimal directional signs.

Experience Required

Around 3.5km of this walk requires no previous bushwalking experience, whilst the remaining 300m requires some bushwalking experience.

weather

This whole walk, 3.8km is not usually affected by severe weather events (that would unexpectedly impact safety and navigation).

Infrastructure

2.5km of this walk is close to useful facilities (such as fenced cliffs and seats) and another 950m has limited facilities (such as not all cliffs fenced). The remaining (300m) has limited facilities (such as cliffs not fenced, significant creeks not bridged).

Similar walks

A list of walks that share part of the track with the Northern Green Point Circuit walk.

Rocky-high Circuit Walk

666 m Circuit, 30 mins

This short circuit walk offers elevated views over Lake Macquarie from Rocky-high Viewpoint. This walk offers pleasant walking beside Lake Macquarie, as well as on a quiet track inland through eucalyptus forest. If possible, complete this walk close to sunset to take advantage of the views across

Total climbing: 27m

Moderate track

Leichhardt's Green Point Walk

2.4 km Return, 1 Hr

This walk offers the shortest way of walking to Green Point. Starting from the elevated Leichhardt Road in Valentine, the walk descends through eucalyptus forest with some pleasant clearings on the way. Green Point is a great place for picnics and feels as if you can see the entire Lake Macquarie

Total climbing: 84m

Moderate track

The Foreshore Walk

2.9 km One way, 1 hr 15 mins

This walk traverses the coastline of the Green Point reserve. By following a variety of tracks and occasionally traveling inland through eucalyptus forest, this walk visits both Jetty and Sea Eagle picnic areas, Green Point itself and Rocky-high viewpoint. When looking into the waters of Lake Macq

Total climbing: 81m

Hard track

The Green Point Walk

3 km Return, 1 hr 15 mins

This walk descends through open grasslands and eucalyptus forest to arrive at the grassed Green Point. This is a quiet and secluded spot and a fabulous place for a picnic. From Green Point, there are good views up and down Lake Macquarie. The side trip to the Sea Eagle Lookouts is also worthwhile

Total climbing: 102m

Moderate track

Green Point Drive Circuit

3.4 km Circuit, 2 hrs 45 mins

This walk takes in two of the best parts of Green Point Reserve, the quiet and secluded Green Point itself and the views at Sea Eagle Lookout. Starting at the high point of Green Point Drive entrance, you gradually descend to the foreshore, crossing over open grasslands and through eucalyptus fores

Total climbing: 127m

Moderate track

Green Point Circuit Walk

7.7 km Circuit, 3 hrs

This walk visits all of the popular locations in Green Point Reserve, as well as some of the lesser-visited areas inland. Taking in Sea Eagle Park, Green Point and Rocky-high viewpoint on the foreshore and then travel inland through mostly eucalyptus forest to enjoy the views at Sea Eagle Lookout,

Total climbing: 269m

Hard track

Other Nearby walks

A list of walks that start near the Northern Green Point Circuit walk.

The Lookout Circuit

2.4 km Circuit, 1 Hr

The Lookout Circuit is a classic Green Point reserve walk. This walk offers walkers plenty of picnic opportunities, elevated views over Lake Macquarie and travel through eucalyptus forest. There is also good historical and environmental interpretative signage along much of this walk. This recomme

Total climbing: 91m

Moderate track

Cain's Timber Bridge Viewpoint Walk

1.3 km Return, 30 mins

This walk takes you beside the Owens wetland and then finishes at a lovely timber bridge over the Owens Creek. You are likely to see many birds on this walk, particularly if you do the walk in the early morning or late afternoon when the birds are most active. This walk is wheelchair accessible an

Total climbing: 4m

Very easy

The Redhead Owens Walkway Circuit

3.2 km Circuit, 1 Hr

This walk visits the Owens Wetland on the Owens Walkway, before entering Redhead Beach and walking north to the Redhead SLSC. The cliffs to the north are worth a closer look. The walk then returns via the Redhead Beach car park, crossing a creek (your feet will get wet) and following the Owens Wal

Total climbing: 26m

Hard track

Northern Redhead Beach Walk

1.2 km Circuit, 30 mins

This circuit walk starts at Webb Park and briefly travels on the Owens Walkway, before walking along the beautiful Redhead Beach to the Redhead SLSC. The rock cliffs at the northern end of Redhead Beach are inspiring and attractive to walk underneath. The walk returns to Webb Park via the SLSC car

Total climbing: 15m

Hard track

The Ken and Audrey Owens Walkway

2.4 km Return, 1 Hr

This walk follows a series of concrete and timber footpaths through the pleasant coastal area. This walk starts and finishes at the Webb Park Picnic Area, which has good facilities and shops nearby. The Owens Walkway has been made in conjunction with the Redhead Landcare group. This walk is great

Total climbing: 20m

Very easy

Belmont Lagoon Spit Walk

3.2 km Return, 1 Hr

The Belmont Lagoon Spit walk in Belmont is a quiet relaxing walk surrounded by water. This walk is best completed in the early morning or late afternoon, when the bird life is most active. You may see Black Swans, Spoon Bills and if you are lucky, the migratory Bar Tailed Godwit. This walk is clo

Total climbing: 10m

Moderate track

Teralba to Charlestown Park track head

13.3 km One way, 4 hrs 30 mins

This section of the Great North Walk starts from the Teralba train station and winds down and around the edge of Lake Macquarie. The walk passes through the Cockle reserve, and continues to Warners bay and up along the roads, before cutting through the bush to Charlestown, where it winds around the

Total climbing: 220m

Moderate track

Teralba to Newcastle via Glenrock Scout Camp

25.7 km One way, 2 Days

This walk follows the most northern section of the Great North Walk, from the Teralba station along Macquarie lake, to Warners Bay. Most of the walking is along footpaths, through park land, or along the road side. After Charlestown, the walk heads through the bush to the old Belmont railway and al

Total climbing: 489m

Hard track

Awabakal Coastal Walk

1.9 km One way, 45 mins

This walk traverses the Awabakal Nature Reserve. Starting from Dudley in the north, this walk travels south through coastal heath and forest, until coming to Redhead. The vegetation throughout this walk is particularly attractive during the wildflower season of July to October. The side trip out

Total climbing: 21m

Hard track

Awabakal Viewpoint Walk

948 m Return, 30 mins

This short walk from the Awabakal car park out to the Awabakal Viewpoint offers a relaxing walk through native forest, with a quiet and secluded viewpoint at the end. The native heath throughout this walk is particularly attractive when in flower (July to October). Why not take a blanket and enjoy

Total climbing: 10m

Hard track

Charlestown Park track head to Merewether

7.9 km One way, 2 hrs 45 mins

Starting from a small park in Charlestown you will follow the Great North Walk through a few reserves and along a Burwood Beach, past the heads to Merewether Beach. Exploring bush around Glenrock lagoon on the Yuelarbah Track, including the Leichhardt’s Lookout are highlights. From this lookout th

Total climbing: 183m

Hard track

Charlestown Park trackhead to Newcastle station

12.1 km One way, 5 hrs 30 mins

This section of the Great North Walk starts from the Charleston Park track head and winds through the streets and the bush to the Glenrock State Conservation Area. Following a section of the Yuelarbah management trail, this walk also heads to the coast and down to the beaches. From near Glenrock La

Total climbing: 289m

Hard track