Warri Warri Track (via Warriwarri Lookout)

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45 mins

1.5 km One way

147 m

Hard track

Starting on Bembooka Rd in Erina, this walk heads up the narrow Warri Warri track to Honeman's picnic area. You will visit the overgrown Warriwarri Lookout about halfway along this walk, but do not expect grand views! From the lookout, the walk follows wider trails along the much flatter ridge top to the popular Honeman's Lookout.

looking to the roundabout of James Sea Dr Bembooka Rd and Sun Valley Rd

Looking back to the start of Bembooka Rd

Vegetation changes with altitude on the Warri Warri Track

Walking along the white sand of the Warriwarri Lookout trail

Int of Sid Pulsford Walking and Warriwarri Lookout trails

straight section on Sid Pulsford Walking trail

Moister section of the sandy Sid Pulsford Walking trail

Gate on Sid Pulsford Walking trail near Honeman's Rock

Picnic table in shade at Honeman's Picnic Area

Toilet block and bud brick building at Honeman's Picnic Area

(0km) Start of Bembooka Rd → Warriwarri Lookout

720 m

17 mins

123m

-3m Hard track

From opposite number 2 Bembooka Rd, Green Point (just downhill from the roundabout), this walk leaves the road and follows the track into the bush, with a fence on the right. The track soon leaves the fence (and ignores a track to the right) and heads up the hill. The track follows the ridge, getting steeper as it gets higher. As the track nears the rocks, it zigzags a little, working its way up, then a short distance later comes to a clearing, bench seat and the signposted 'Warriwarri Lookout' sign[1].

Warriwarri Lookout

Warriwarri Lookout is an overgrown and signposted[2] lookout in the middle of Kincumber Mountain Reserve. There is a fairly large clearing and a bench seat[3]. There are slightly better views north, past the sign at the unfenced rock outcrop. The filtered views look north-east. The view from the lookout is overgrown, so do not expect much in the way of views.

(1km) Warriwarri Lookout → Int of Sid Pulsford Walking and Warriwarri Lookout trails

290 m

5 mins

19m

-1m Easy track

Veer right: From the lookout, this walk heads away from the 'Warriwarri Lookout' sign[4] up the small rise, past the bench seat and along the wide sandy trail. Following the now flat, sandy trail though the bush, the walk passes an informal track (on the left) and comes to a three-way intersection and a 'Warriwarri Lookout' sign[5] pointing back along the trail.

(1km) Int of Sid Pulsford Walking and Warriwarri Lookout trails → Northern end of picnic area

290 m

5 mins

-5m Easy track

Continue straight: From the intersection, this walk heads south, away from the face of the two signs[6] (following neither arrow). The walk passes a large angophora and comes to an intersection with a link track (on the left).
Continue straight: From the intersection, this walk follows the wide trail south, gently uphill, keeping the wide valley on the right. The walk follows the sandy trail as it gently winds through the wooded forest and soon heads around a locked gate, coming to a large 'Sid Pulsford Walking Trail' sign[7] at the northern end of the large grassy picnic area.

(1km) Northern end of picnic area → Mudbrick building car park

180 m

3 mins

-4m Easy track

Continue straight: From here, this walk heads directly across the picnic area to the buildings on the far side. After passing the toilet block, the walk follows the path around the mud brick building to a small car park on the other side.

Honeman's Rock picnic area

Honeman's Rock picnic area is a large picnic area at the top end of Island View Drive. This picnic area has a couple of large grassy areas[8], composting toilets[9], free electric BBQs[10], picnic tables[11], shelters, garbage bins[12], drinking water[13] and information signs[14]. The picnic area is home to a mud brick building[15] (available for hire) and Honeman's Rock[16], from which the area derives its name. There is a fair amount of parking available next the picnic area, and some extra spaces a few hundred meters down the road.

Mud Brick Building

The mud brick building is a landmark in the main picnic area at Kincumber Mountain, and is a popular spot to gather. Also known as 'Kincumber Mountain Information Centre', 'The Kiosk', 'Kincumber Kiosk' and 'Kincumber Mountain Kiosk', the building was constructed in 1986 with funding from Community Employment Programme. The building is generally locked but can be booked through the local Lions Club for special events. The building has a rain water tank, small kitchen and one main large room. The verandah also provides good shelter.

Honeman's Rock

Honeman's Rock (aka Honeyman's Rock) is a large rock outcrop in front of the mud brick building, in the Honeman's Rock Picnic area. The exposed section of rock is 60m long and about 30m wide, with the western side having a significant unfenced drop. The rock is named after Cecil Lyle Honeman who became a lease holder on the mountain in 1962. The rock has a large depression that once filled with water, and a drain has been dug to keep the pool empty and clear of rubbish.

Maps for the Warri Warri Track (via Warriwarri Lookout) 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.

Gosford	1:25 000 Map Series	91312S GOSFORD	NSW-91312S
Gosford	1:100 000 Map Series	9131 GOSFORD	9131

Cross sectional view of the Warri Warri Track (via Warriwarri Lookout) bushwalking track

Analysis and summary of the altitude variation on the Warri Warri Track (via Warriwarri Lookout)

Altitude analysis for Warri Warri Track (via Warriwarri Lookout)

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	1.5 km
		Time	45 mins
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Grade 4/6 Hard track	AS 2156.1	Gradient	Short steep hills (3/6)
		Quality of track	Clear and well formed track or trail (2/6)
		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	Generally useful facilities (such as fenced cliffs and seats) (1/6)

Some more details of this walks Grading

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

Gradient

720m of this walk has short steep hills and another 580m has gentle hills with occasional steps. The remaining (180m) is flat with no steps.

Quality of track

This whole walk, 1.5km follows a clear and well formed track or trail.

Signs

Around 770m of this walk is clearly signposted, whilst the remaining 720m has minimal directional signs.

Experience Required

Around 770m of this walk requires no previous bushwalking experience, whilst the remaining 720m requires some bushwalking experience.

weather

This whole walk, 1.5km is not usually affected by severe weather events (that would unexpectedly impact safety and navigation).

Infrastructure

This whole walk, 1.5km is close to useful facilities (such as fenced cliffs and seats).

Similar walks

A list of walks that share part of the track with the Warri Warri Track (via Warriwarri Lookout) walk.

Warriwarri Lookout

1.5 km Return, 30 mins

This short and fairly flat walk starts from the popular Honeman's picnic area and follows the Sid Pulsford Walking Track, then another trail to Warriwarri Lookout. The lookout is overgrown and provides no real view. A short distance beyond the signposted lookout is a rocky outcrop that provides some

Total climbing: 34m

Easy track

Sid Pulsford Walk

4.1 km One way, 1 hr 45 mins

Sid Pulsford Walk explores the ridge top of Kincumber Mountain, from Honeman's Rock to Green Point. The walk mostly follows wide management trails. Halfway along the walk, you will find the By-Pass lookout and rest area, providing good views and a great place to rest. The walk leads past the water r

Total climbing: 118m

Hard track

Other Nearby walks

A list of walks that start near the Warri Warri Track (via Warriwarri Lookout) walk.

Ridge Trail loop

962 m Circuit, 30 mins

The Ridge Trail loop is a short walk starting from Honeman's Picnic Area and follows the signposted Ridge Trail until finding Split Rock management trail. Here, you turn sharply right to head back to the picnic area along this wider trail. There are limited views along this walk, but it still makes

Total climbing: 48m

Moderate track

Kanning Cave Walk

922 m Return, 20 mins

This short walk follows a clear track to a large sandstone cave on the Kanning Walk. From the Honeman's Picnic Area, follow Kanning Walk through the bush and along the side of a long rock wall. There are several caves along the way, the main one being quiet large and tucked behind some large boulder

Total climbing: 34m

Easy track

Kanning Walk

1.3 km Circuit, 30 mins

This lovely walk is a great way to explore the bushland at the top of Kincumber Mountain. From near the main picnic area, you follow a clear track before walking along the base of a long rock wall. There are a few sandstone caves, the main one mentioned in the notes is quite large, and a nice cool

Total climbing: 38m

Easy track

Yanina Walk

3.2 km Return, 1 hr 15 mins

Yanina Walk is a gentle walk, exploring one of the ridges at the top of Kincumber Mountain. The walk follows a wide management trail from the main Honemans Picnic area, leading to the good views of Colin Watters Lookout. The notes describe a side trip to Nyari Lookout, but the views are very limite

Total climbing: 55m

Easy track

Sandringham Circuit

2.9 km Circuit, 1 hr 30 mins

Starting from Sandringham Close, this walk follows the Sandringham Track up the hill to the views from Colin Watters Lookout. After enjoying the views, you walk past the tower to the other side of the hill to the much less spectacular Nyari Lookout. From here, you follow a wide management trail dow

Total climbing: 201m

Hard track

Sandringham Track

2.2 km Return, 1 hr 15 mins

This walk starts from Terrigal suburbia and leads up through the dry bush to the wonderful views at Colin Watters Lookout. On the way, you pass some large boulders scattered with red gums and grass trees. At the top, you will be greeted with good views over Avoca, and a picnic table encouraging you

Total climbing: 149m

Hard track

Glasson's Trail

1.7 km One way, 1 Hr

Glasson's Trail starts near the main entrance to Kincumber Mountain Reserve and follows a series of management trails and tracks up to the main picnic area. The walk offers a great way to explore the diverse vegetation and visiting some interesting rock formations. The walk is signposted and cross

Total climbing: 158m

Moderate track

Kincumber to Terrigal (via Glasson's Trl)

4.5 km One way, 2 hrs

This walk explores the main highlights of Kincumber Mountain Regional Reserve. Starting on the Glasson's trail, the walk explores a variety of forests along the way to Honeman's Rock and picnic area. After a rest, you visit a large cave on Kanning Walk and continue to the views at Colin Watters Look

Total climbing: 220m

Hard track

Rainforest Walk

3 km Return, 1 hr 30 mins

A great walk through some beautiful pockets of rainforest in the Rumbalara Reserve. Parts of the track are quite steep, although the well-formed track with plenty of steps makes the walking easier. As well as the beautiful rainforest scenery, this walk includes some glimpses into an old quarry at Ca

Total climbing: 192m

Hard track

Rainforest walk to Nurrunga picnic area

2.2 km One way, 1 Hr

An extended version of the Rumbalara Reserve Rainforest Walk. After walking through some beautiful pockets of rainforest, this walk continues to the upper section of the reserve, enjoying some great views across Gosford and the surrounding areas. The sheer variety in the vegetation from the start of

Total climbing: 196m

Hard track

White St firetrail

991 m One way, 30 mins

A surprisingly nice fire trail walk. A lot of the forest scenery along this walk is really beautiful. Much of it is very moist forest, filled with ferns. You also get a glimpse of an old quarry at Cappers Gully, adding a little historic interest to the walk.

Total climbing: 65m

Moderate track

White St Rainforest loop

1.7 km Circuit, 45 mins

A very nice loop walk in the lower part of the Rumbalara Reserve, Gosford. The walk includes a section of road but spends most time in very nice forest scenery, including pockets of the beautiful rainforest in the reserve. This walk has substantially fewer steps than some of the other walks in the r

Total climbing: 76m

Moderate track