Gordon to Roseville Station (Riverside Walk)

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4 hrs 30 mins

13.3 km One way

344 m

Hard track

This walk goes from Gordon, to Roseville station, using the Riverside Walking Track. From DeBurghs Bridge, the walk follows the western bank of the Lane Cove River, passing many picnic areas and the Lane Cove River Boat Shed. The scenic walk along the Lane Cove River provides plenty of opportunities for a picnic or to kick the ball around before heading up to Roseville Station.

Vale St entrance to Blackbutt Servicetrail

(0km) Gordon Station → Int. Blackbutt Creek Trk and Vale St

980 m

20 mins

-54m Easy track

From the top of the station, this walk heads towards the shops, down the stairs and to the road next to Gordon Station bus depot.
Continue straight: From Gordon Station bus depot, this walk heads up the hill of St Johns Ave to the Pacific Highway. The walk crosses to the other side at the pedestrian crossing. From here, this walk follows the shop fronts up the Pacific Highway, then turns left onto Moree St. This street is followed until the walk turns right onto Vale St. This walk continues along Vale St for a short time to the intersection with the bush track on the left of the street.

(1km) Int. Blackbutt Creek Trk and Vale St → Int. Lady Game Drive and Falls Creek Trk

1.8 km

33 mins

-54m Moderate track

Turn left : From the intersection next to house No. 31, this walk heads past a gate to follow a line of houses on the right. The track continues down a slight gradient for approximately 300m, turning left to come to the intersection, approximately 10m above a concrete sewerage inspection hole.
Veer left: From the intersection, this walk heads down the hill, passing a concrete sewerage inspection hole on the right. The trail continues along the creek line for another 20m, to the intersection which leads down to the creek on the right.
Continue straight: From the intersection, this walk follows the creek downstream for approximately 200m to the signposted intersection.
Continue straight: From the intersection, this walk follows the left-hand arrow on the 'Blackbutt Creek Track' sign, down the hill. The track contours with the creek on the right, and the houses high on the left, for approximately 1km to then steeply descend to the intersection above the concreted water-crossing.
Continue straight: From the intersection, this walk heads down the hill, across the concrete ford (creek), to then turn right and follow along side the creek. The trail tends left away from the creek, up to a white gate.

(3km) Int. Lady Game Drive and Falls Creek Trk → Allen Park

1.2 km

23 mins

49m

-23m Easy track

Turn left : From the white metal gate, this walk heads up the hill along Lady Game Dr, crossing to the right side where safe. This walk then turns right on De Burgh Rd, then right again onto Beaumont Rd. At the end of Beaumont Rd, this walk turns left onto Blaxland Rd, then comes to an intersection at 'Allen Park' at the end of Blaxland Rd.

Allen Park

Allen Park is a very small grassed clearing at the end of Blaxland Rd. The park is not shaded and backs onto a house. The park is a thoroughfare to access the Great North Walk from Blaxland Rd.

(4km) Allen Park → Int. Great North Walk and Blaxland Rd Service Trail

130 m

4 mins

-20m Moderate track

Veer right: From the corner of Terrace and Blaxland Roads, this walk heads around the locked gate[1] and then straight across the grassy clearing of 'Allen Park'. The walk soon tends left at the 'Lane Cove National Park' sign[2] and follows a wide trail down through the bush for about 60m, coming to an intersection where a 'Terrace Rd' sign[3] points back up the hill.

(4km) Int. Great North Walk and Blaxland Rd Service Trail → DeBurghs Bridge North

600 m

13 mins

25m

-20m Moderate track

Continue straight: From the intersection, the walk follows the 'Great North Walk - Deburghs Bridge' sign[4] downhill along the wide management trail. The trail soon bends right and follows the power lines[5] down, stepping over a partially buried, green metal pipeline[6] (sometimes hissing[7]). After this, the trail follows a GNW arrow[8] left as the trail significantly narrows and leads down a series of timbers steps[9] then across the rocky Blackbutt Creek[10][11]. Here, the walk follows the GNW arrow up onto the rock platform[12], where the track turns left then leads along the flat to a T-intersection with a GNW arrow post[13], and a set of steps[14] (up to your right AND down to your left).
Turn right: From the intersection, the walk follows the GNW arrow post up the timber steps[15]. The track then leads up some stone steps[16] and comes to a three-way intersection, where a sign points back to 'Lane Cove River Weir via Great North Walk'[17].
Veer right: From the intersection, this walk follows the 'Lane Cove River Weir via Riverside walk' sign[18] up the steps with 'GNW' painted on them[19]. The walk then gently winds up for about 130m to pass a 'Lane Cove National Park' sign[20]. The walk turns left here, heading around the locked gate[21] to the edge of Lane Cove Rd[22], on the north side of DeBurghs Bridge[23].

(5km) DeBurghs Bridge North → DeBurghs Bridge South

270 m

8 mins

29m

-23m Very easy

Turn left: From the intersection, this walk follows the concrete footpath downhill alongside Lane Cove Rd, passing under the large 'Lane Cove National Park' sign[24]. The walk then follows the footpath across 'De Burghs Bridge'[25][26] to an intersection on the far side, marked with a NPWS arrow marker[27][28].

(5km) DeBurghs Bridge South → Int. Riverside Trk and Ryde Rd Access Trk SE

30 m

1 mins

-6m Moderate track

Turn left: From the intersection, this walk heads down the stairs to the signposted intersection.

(5km) Int. Riverside Trk and Ryde Rd Access Trk SE → Int. Riverside Trk and Riverside Dr at park entrance

280 m

6 mins

12m

-8m Very easy

Turn right: From the intersection the the track follows the signs to Chatswood West and the Riverside Walk. The track is near straight along a fence line for approximately 150m to turn left at the road to a signposted intersection.

(5km) Int. Riverside Trk and Riverside Dr at park entrance → Porters Creek bridge West

1.5 km

28 mins

23m

-53m Hard track

Turn left: From the intersection, this walk follows the 'Riverside Walk' sign down the stairs. The track winds above the Lane Cove River for approximately 600m, passing some cliffs on the right. The track continues to wind above the river for another 400m, to then turn right, up Porters Creek. The track follows Porters Creek for approximately 100m to the intersection with Riverside Drive at Porters Creek bridge.

(7km) Porters Creek bridge West → Porters Creek bridge East

30 m

1 mins

0m Very easy

Turn left: At the bridge, this walk crosses the creek using the road/bridge, to the signposted intersection with the bush track, on the left.

(7km) Porters Creek bridge East → 13 Cottonwood Glen

2.1 km

35 mins

26m

-34m Moderate track

Turn left: From the intersection, this walk heads down the stairs and follows Porters Creek, on the left of the track, for approximately 100m. The track then turns right to follow the Lane Cove River for approximately 1km, winding and undulating. The track comes to an opening at Fern Valley, with picnic tables.
Continue straight: From the intersection, this walk passes through to Fern Valley, winding left past a small creek from a drain high on the right, which drains into the Lane Cove River below on the left. The track continues along the river bank for approximately 1km, passing through some clearings before opening out onto picnic area '19 Halfway Point'. The track heads across this clearing up to the gate on the right, to continue down the road passing the toilet block (above on the right). The track passes through picnic area '18 Korong' to the other side of its grass clearing, where the bush track starts.
Continue straight: From the clearing, this walk follows the bush track around the Lane Cove River bank, keeping the river on the left, for approximately 400m to cross the '13 Cottonwood Glen' picnic area, over a small bridge to come to a car park beside the river.

13 Cottonwood Glen

Cottonwood Glen picnic area is a large open grassy spot on the bank of the Lane Cove River. There is a grove of trees along the edge of the river, but you can still get clear views across the water from the car park area. There are several picnic tables[29] and a small toilet block[30][31] just up the hill.

(9km) 13 Cottonwood Glen → 9 Carters Creek

360 m

6 mins

-2m Moderate track

Continue straight: From the car park on the south side of 'Cottonwood Glen', this walk follows the NPWS arrow post[32] along the track into the bush, keeping the river to your left. The track leads along side the river for about 300m, first through a lovely she-oak stand[33], then through a re-vegetating tall gum forest[34] before heading down a sealed footpath[35] to come to a car park (beside the toilet block[36]) at Carters Creek picnic area.

9 Carters Creek

Carters Creek Picnic Area is the ninth formal picnic space along this stretch of the Lane Cove River. This picnic area is home to a couple of sheltered picnic tables[37], a gas BBQ[38] a large open grassy area[39], garbage bins, toilets[40] and a car park[41]. There is some limited access to the river view[42]. A pleasant spot among the tall gums.

(9km) 9 Carters Creek → 8 Ironbarks

220 m

4 mins

-5m Easy track

Continue straight: From in front of the toilets at Carters Creek picnic area, this walk heads across the grass clearing[43] and across the small timber bridge[44] to come to the car park[45]. After crossing the car park, this walk continues over the grass[46], beside the road, keeping the river to your left, and then veers left and follows the NPWS arrow post[47] down around the locked gate. Here the walk follows the narrow trail for about 60m to come to an intersection[48] with a footpath on your right, just before the '8 Ironbarks' sign[49] and picnic area.

(9km) 8 Ironbarks → Boat Shed

470 m

9 mins

-12m Moderate track

Continue straight: From the intersection[50] just west of '8 Ironbarks'[51], this walk follows the track through the picnic area, keeping the river on the left. On the far side of the picnic area, this walk follows the NPWS arrow post[52] for about 180m up over a rocky outcrop[53] to then head down a metal staircase[54]. The track winds down alongside the river for another 70m to come to the edge of another large grassy clearing. Here, this walk heads across '7 Moola' picnic area (with toilets[55] and water), crossing a small flat timber bridge[56] in the middle. The track soon leaves this clearing and continues for another 80m to come to the shop-front side of the sandstone boatshed building[57].

Lane Cove Boatshed

Lane Cove Boatshed, in Lane Cove National Park, is situated on the bank of the (you guessed it) Lane Cove River. You can hire rowboats, kayaks, pedal boats, bikes and canoes[58], for different ways to enjoy the river. The shop also sells ice-creams, chips and drinks. The shed is open on weekend from 10am - 5pm. During summer school holidays, the shop is also open from 12-5pm. For more info, call Greg on 0418600695.

(10km) Boat Shed → Illoura Picnic Area

160 m

3 mins

-1m Moderate track

Continue straight: From the shop front of the boatshed[61], this walk follows the concrete path keeping the river to the left to walk to the end of the building. Here, the walk follows the wide dirt track, past the large picnic table[62]

[Picnic Table]

, keeping to the lower main (but narrowing) track for about 60m to pass through a notably narrow

[Pinch Point]

then short rough steep

[Wheelchair Rough]

section of track in the acacia grove. About 15m later the walk leads below a large brick picnic shelter[63] and 50m later comes to a 'Riverside Walking Track' sign[64] at the edge of the 'Illoura'[65] picnic area.

(10km) Illoura Picnic Area → Lane Cove River Lookout

310 m

6 mins

-7m Easy track

Continue straight: From the picnic area, this walk follows the 'Lane Cove River weir 0.35km' arrow[66] on the 'Riverside Walking Track' sign along the track keeping the river to the left to head alongside the 'Illoura'[67] picnic area. The walk then leads past a grove of trees to then head to the far end of the next picnic area, the 'Spoonbill'[68] picnic area

[Seat]

[Bbq]

[Seat]

. Here the walk leads past the 'Riverside walking track' sign[69] up the concrete then timber ramp and along the boardwalk for about 80m (enjoying more river views) to come to a fenced lookout with a few seats

[Seat]

(and a stepped seating area[70]) and great views over the Lane Cove River[71].

(10km) Lane Cove River Lookout → Lane Cove Weir South

50 m

1 mins

0m Very easy

Continue straight: From the lookout, this walk follows the timber boardwalk, keeping the river to the left. After about 40m the boardwalk ends and the walk follows a concrete footpath[72] to come to a t-intersection with an asphalt trail marked with a large 'Riverside walking track' sign[73] just above the weir[74] (to the left).

(10km) Lane Cove Weir South → Koonjeree Middle Trk

100 m

2 mins

-1m Very easy

Turn right: From the intersection, this walk follows the GNW arrow post[75] along the concrete footpath, keeping the river to the left. The path leads around the edge of the 'Koonjeree picnic area'[76] and comes to an intersection with another footpath[77] (leading through the middle of the picnic area).

Koonjeree Picnic Area

Koonjeree Picnic Area[78] is at the southern end of Lane Cove National Park, just near Fullers Bridge. The picnic area boasts free gas barbecues, flushing toilets[79][80][81], town tap water, picnic tables and shelters[82], a large open area[83] and car parking[84]. On the bank of the Lane Cove River[85], this is a pleasant spot to enjoy the park.

(11km) Koonjeree Middle Trk → Fullers Bridge Pedestrian Crossing

270 m

5 mins

-7m Very easy

Turn right: From the intersection, this walk heads towards the road then passes over it, to the toilet blocks.
Turn left: From the toilets, this walk heads through the low bushes, following the car park (which is on the left). The walk winds through the bushes to pass a stone seat on the left before crossing the entrance road to the Lane Cove National Park. This walk then continues along the footpath for a few metres to the road, which it crosses to come to the bus stop.
Continue straight: From the intersection near the bus stop, this walk follows the footpath beside Delhi Rd, across Fullers Bridge[86] to come to the traffic lights at the intersection[87] of 'Lady Game Dr' and 'Delhi Rd'.

Riverside Cafe Bar & Grill

The Riverside Cafe[88] is found at the end of service road on the south-west corner of Fullers Bridge. The nicely renovated building looks over the Lane Cove River and is open 7 days, serving breakfast, lunch and dinner. The food is cafe-style and meals are priced upwards from $13. Ph: (02) 9412 3773.

(11km) Fullers Bridge Pedestrian Crossing → Int. Lady Game Dr and Delhi Rd

10 m

0m Very easy

Continue straight: From the corner, this walk crosses Lady Game Drive[91] at the traffic lights, heading away from Fullers Bridge [92].

(11km) Int. Lady Game Dr and Delhi Rd → End of Fullers Park

470 m

9 mins

11m

-6m Easy track

Turn left: From the intersection of Lady Game Dr and Delhi Rd, this walk follows the grassy verge[93] beside Lady Game Drive, keeping the road (and river) on the left. After about 40m, this walk comes to a driveway[94] and locked gate marked with a 'Lane Cove National Park' sign[95]. Here the walk turns right, heading around the gate to follow the management trail (driveway) down the hill and into 'Fullers Park'[96]. The walk continues along the grassy trail[97] on the right-hand side of the park, passing the picnic shelter[98]. The trail continues for another 300m to pass under a concrete sewerage bridge[99] then comes to a grassy clearing at the end of this trail[100] (and start of a track ahead).

(11km) End of Fullers Park → Valley View Close

590 m

11 mins

27m

-3m Moderate track

Continue straight: From the clearing, this walk heads east, away from the concrete sewerage bridge[101] along the track[102]. The track meanders through the trees, winding past some rocky ruins[103] for approximately 120m to come to a three-way intersection marked with a 'Blue Gum Creek Track' sign[104].
Turn left: From the intersection, this walk follows the sign to 'Valley View Close', down into the dense, moist forest to soon cross the bouldery and sandy[105] Blue Gum Creek. After crossing the creek, this walk continues up for about 80m through the dense vegetation[106] to then head up a set of stone steps[107]. About 50m from the top of these steps, this walk comes to an intersection (with a faint track[108] on your right) marked with a National Park arrow post[109].
Continue straight: From the intersection, this walk follows the track directly away from face of the National Park arrow post[110], keeping the valley to your left[111]. After about 130m, this track leads past a large 'Lane Cove National Park' sign[112][113] and continues behind the houses for another 50m. Here, this walk turns right and heads up the footpath[114] (between the houses) to come to Valley View Close[115] (between No.12 and 14)[116].

(12km) Valley View Close → Longford St steps

80 m

3 mins

20m

0m Easy track

Continue straight: From the intersection, this walk head up the pedestrian alley between houses No.11 and 15[117]. After about 50m, this walk heads up a couple of sets of steps[118] to come to Longford St[119].

(12km) Longford St Steps → Int. Shirley Rd and The Rifleway

970 m

19 mins

46m

-3m Very easy

Turn right: From the the top of the stairs, this walk heads up Longford St[120], keeping the valley (and odd-numbered houses) on your right for about 100m to come to four-way intersection[121] with 'Shirley Rd'[122].
Turn left: From the intersection, this walk follows the footpath uphill [123] beside 'Shirley Rd'[124]. After about 700m (veering left at 'Abingdon Rd'[125]), this walk crosses 'Alston Way'[126] (the second street on your left). Then about 150m after crossing Alston Way, this walk crosses Shirley St (just after it bends left) to come to an intersection with a pedestrian laneway [127] beside house No.20 (just in front of the power pole).

(13km) Int. Shirley Rd and The Rifleway → Roseville Train Station

410 m

9 mins

24m

-15m Easy track

Veer right: From next to 20 Shirley St[128], this walk heads along the pedestrian alley[129] that leads downhill away from the road, between the houses. After about 80m, this footpath then leads over a 60m long bridge[130]. From here, the walk continues up the alley, then some steps[131], to find Larkin St[132].
Continue straight: From the intersection, this walk crosses the road and heads up the steps[133] (between houses 21 & 23) to follow the pedestrian lane[134] for about 60m, where the path zigzags up some steps[135] to come to Larkin Lane[136].
Continue straight: From the intersection, this walk heads across the road and follows the power lines straight up the alley[137] between the shops. The path continues for about 60m to come to the Pacific Highway, where this walk turns right and follows the footpath[138] for about 40m and crosses the highway at traffic lights[139]. Here the walk continues straight up the footpath[140] to small a shop[141] on the bridge over Roseville Railway Station[142].

Maps for the Gordon to Roseville Station (Riverside Walk) walk

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Parramatta River	1:25 000 Map Series	91303N PARRAMATTA RIVER	NSW-91303N
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Cross sectional view of the Gordon to Roseville Station (Riverside Walk) bushwalking track

Analysis and summary of the altitude variation on the Gordon to Roseville Station (Riverside Walk)

Altitude analysis for Gordon to Roseville Station (Riverside Walk)

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	13.3 km
		Time	4 hrs 30 mins
		.
Grade 4/6 Hard track	AS 2156.1	Gradient	Very steep (4/6)
		Quality of track	Rough track, where fallen trees and other obstacles are likely (4/6)
		Signs	Minimal directional signs (4/6)
		Experience Required	No experience required (1/6)
		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

4.8km of this walk is flat with no steps and another 3.9km has gentle hills with occasional steps. Whilst another 3.1km has short steep hills and the remaining 1.5km is very steep.

Quality of track

6km of this walk follows a formed track, with some branches and other obstacles and another 3.4km follows a smooth and hardened path. Whilst another 2.5km follows a clear and well formed track or trail and the remaining 1.5km follows a rough track, where fallen trees and other obstacles are likely.

Signs

7km of this walk is clearly signposted and another 4.6km has directional signs at most intersection. The remaining (1.5km) has minimal directional signs.

Experience Required

This whole walk, 13km requires no previous bushwalking experience.

weather

This whole walk, 13km is not usually affected by severe weather events (that would unexpectedly impact safety and navigation).

Infrastructure

9km of this walk is close to useful facilities (such as fenced cliffs and seats) and another 3.2km has limited facilities (such as not all cliffs fenced). The remaining (1.5km) 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 Gordon to Roseville Station (Riverside Walk) walk.

Lane Cove Weir to Boat Shed

1.3 km Return, 1 Hr

This is a great way to explore the picnic areas and banks of the Lane Cove River. There are picnic areas and plenty of seats to enjoy along the way. On the weekend you can hire a boat and go for a paddle before heading back to the start. You could spend a whole day enjoying the river, bus and parkla

Total climbing: 17m

Moderate track

Lane Cove Tourist Park to Boat Shed

3.4 km Return, 1 hr 30 mins

This walk, from the Lane Cove Tourist Park to the Lane Cove River Boat Shed, meanders along the placid Lane Cove River, passing many picnic areas along the way. The Boat Shed itself is surrounded by a large picnic area with plenty of space for the kids to run around and play. You can even hire a bo

Total climbing: 98m

Moderate track

Riverside Walk

5.3 km One way, 2 hrs

This walk is a lovely stroll along one side of the Lane Cove River. The walk passes through many picnic areas, providing plenty of options for rests and food breaks (some having BBQ's). This walk is also good for taking a Frisbee or a ball along for the kids.

Total climbing: 114m

Hard track

Fairylands Loop Track

5.3 km Circuit, 2 hrs 30 mins

This walk loops around a section of the Lane Cove River. Starting at Fullers Bridge, the walk follows the Great North walk through the historic site of Fairylands to Epping road before crossing the Lane Cove river and heading up the other bank of the river, passing through a variety of environments

Total climbing: 175m

Hard track

Riverside Walking Track

5.5 km One way, 2 hrs

This is a scenic walk which takes in views of the Lane Cove River and some heritage buildings. Porters Creek bridge is a fantastic example of extravagant stone work, cut locally from the creek itself. The walk generally follows the Lane Cove River, passing many favourite sun baking spots for the loc

Total climbing: 85m

Hard track

Blackbutt Creek Return

5.5 km Return, 2 hrs

This walk is a popular track being close to roads, yet surrounded by nice tall trees. The walk heads down hill with tall eucalyptus surrounding the track and providing shade for most of the walk. Convenient access to the start of the walk from Gordon Railway station is another feature of this walk.

Total climbing: 121m

Moderate track

Lane Cove Tourist Park to Baker's Cottage

5.9 km Return, 2 hrs 30 mins

From the Tourist Park, this walk heads down to the other side of the Lane Cove River, to Baker's Cottage. The walk passes the Lane Cove River Boat Shed and a play ground for the kids with plenty of open areas to run and play. Baker's Cottage, perched up a slight hill, is worth the short distance wit

Total climbing: 159m

Moderate track

De Burghs Bridge to Fullers Bridge

6 km One way, 2 hrs 30 mins

Following the Lane Cove River, this walk mostly follows a section of the Great North Walk and is well maintained and signposted. Things to lookout for include Fiddens Wharf which is a very pleasant spot to sit and watch the ducks. The walk passes by Lane Cove National Park Headquarters, so pop by an

Total climbing: 200m

Hard track

Roseville to Chatswood Station via Lane Cove River

6 km One way, 2 hrs 30 mins

This walk takes you down into the v-shaped valleys that run between the houses of Roseville and Chatswood. The walk stays predominantly in the valleys, with many sections on road or footpath. This walk has a surprising amount of bushland which is very close to civilisation. The walk also passes the

Total climbing: 185m

Hard track

North Ryde Fairyland circuit

6.9 km Circuit, 2 hrs 30 mins

Starting at North Ryde train station this walk explores a stretch of the Lane Cove River, visiting the historic Fairlylands Pleasure Grounds along the way. The walk starts by wandering through the Riverside Corporate Park and soon comes alongside the Lane Cove River to join the Great North Walk. Her

Total climbing: 191m

Hard track

Roseville to Macquarie Park

8.9 km One way, 3 hrs 30 mins

This walk starts at Roseville station and explores the streets and alleyways of Roseville before joining the main spine of the Great North Walk at Fullers Bridge. Here you head deeper into the bush to explore the eastern bank on the Lane Cove River. There is a great diversity of mostly dry forest a

Total climbing: 290m

Hard track

Gordon to Roseville Railway Station

10.7 km One way, 4 hrs 30 mins

The track connecting Gordon to Roseville Railway Station is a surising scenic walk through remnant bushland. The walk escapes the urban centres to wind through the valleys and along the Lane Cove River with its abundance of water dragons, ducks and other birds. The walk is a great way to do a statio

Total climbing: 345m

Hard track

Macquarie Park to Thornleigh

11.6 km One way, 4 hrs 30 mins

Starting from the Macquarie Park train station, you wander down Lane Cove Rd and over De Burghs Bridge to join the main spine of the Great North Walk in the Lane Cove Valley. Here the walk heads under De Burghs bridge then explores the dry grass tree and eucalypt forest along the side of the ridge.

Total climbing: 413m

Hard track

Epping to Gordon Station

11.7 km One way, 4 hrs 15 mins

This walk, from Epping Station to Gordon Station, passes below the homes which sit on the hills high above the Lane Cove River. The walk mostly follows management trails which weave above and across the rivers and creeks which fill the valley. The walk then leaves Lane Cove River National Park and e

Total climbing: 365m

Hard track

Lane Cove Tourist Park River Circuit

11.9 km Circuit, 5 hrs

This walk follows a large section of Lane Cove River. The walk follows the Riverside Walking track up the Lane Cove River to De Burghs Bridge. From the bridge the track winds back along the hillside on the other side of the river. The track then passes a few historic buildings, and the Visitor Centr

Total climbing: 381m

Hard track

Gordon to Chatswood Station

12.2 km One way, 4 hrs 30 mins

This walk is a great way to get into the bush without being far from civilisation. The walk wanders through untouched valleys and along the Lane Cove River, passing over many roads and footpaths to connect such unspoilt bush. The side trip to Baker's cottage is definitely worth the short stroll, wit

Total climbing: 381m

Hard track

Chatswood to Epping Station

16.3 km One way, 6 hrs

This walk, from Chatswood to Epping, is a long but enjoyable walk along the Lane Cove valley. The walk mostly follows the Lane Cove River to Terry's Creek, then follows Terry's creek, under some major roads, to Epping. A great walk exploring bushland so close to the suburbs.

Total climbing: 533m

Hard track

Chatswood Station to Eastwood Station

18.1 km One way, 6 hrs 45 mins

Following the Lane Cove River and Terry's Creek, this walk uses the valleys between the stations to explore some suburban bushland. From Chatswood Station, the walk soon leaves the suburban area and passes through the bush along the Lane Cove River. A great station-to-station walk with a few options

Total climbing: 554m

Hard track

Gordon to Hornsby (overnight at Scout camp)

25.8 km One way, 2 Days

This overnight walk starts from Gordon train station and winds through bush filled valleys to Hornsby station. From Gordon station, the walk winds down past the Gordon golf course to the Great North Walk, then continues north through the Lane Cove Valley before staying overnight at the Baden Powell

Total climbing: 1024m

Hard track

Sydney to Thornleigh via Lane Cove Tourist Park

33 km One way, 2 Days

This overnight walk starts from the Obelisk in Macquarie Park, Sydney, at the official start of the Great North Walk. The walk soon boards the ferry from Circular Quay to Woolwich, and follows the Great North Walk through the streets of Hunters Hill and into the Lane Cove National Park. After stayi

Total climbing: 1110m

Hard track

Circular Quay to Hornsby

44.4 km One way, 3 Days

This fun walk covers a large section of the Great North Walk, starting from the official start in Circular Quay. After a short ferry trip the walk follows the Lane Cove River through the Lane Cove National Park, to Thornleigh. Here, the walk enters Berowra Valley National Park, continuing along the

Total climbing: 1690m

Hard track

Other Nearby walks

A list of walks that start near the Gordon to Roseville Station (Riverside Walk) walk.

East Killara Track

6 km One way, 2 hrs 45 mins

This walk starts and finishes at different points on Eastern Arterial Road. The walk follows a mixture of service trails and bush tracks through Garigal National Park, along Middle Harbour Creek, then heads back out to Eastern Arterial Road, on the other side of Killara.

Total climbing: 296m

Hard track

Killara to St Ives via Rocky Creek

6.8 km One way, 3 hrs

This pleasant walk starts at the bottom of Eastern Arterial Road (near the speed camera) and follows the service trails and bush tracks into Garigal National Park and down the side of the valley to Middle Harbour Creek. From here the track follows Middle Harbour Creek north to the pipe bridge, and a

Total climbing: 400m

Experienced only

St Ives to Davidson Park via Casuarina Track

9 km One way, 4 hrs

This walk starts in St Ives and follows the Pipeline and Bungaroo tracks down to Middle Harbour Creek, crossing the creek at the stepping stones and continuing to Davidson Picnic area. Much of this walk follows Middle Harbour Creek, providing great water views and passing some interesting sandstone

Total climbing: 399m

Hard track

The Pipeline Track

4.7 km Return, 2 hrs

This walk explores the bush from St Ives, and follows the pipeline down the the banks of Middle Harbour. There are a few steep sections in the second half of the walk. This walk is an interesting way to get into the heart of Garigal National Park following the Founders track.

Total climbing: 206m

Moderate track

The Pipeline Way

4.7 km One way, 2 hrs 15 mins

This pleasant walk follows the pipeline, from Hunter Avenue in St Ives, to John Oxley Drive, Davidson. The walk follows the pipeline down into the valley and crosses Middle Harbour Creek (via a quick upstream detour to the Bungaroo Track crossing) before climbing out of the valley to John Oxley Driv

Total climbing: 213m

Hard track

Sheldon Cascades walk

360 m Return, 15 mins

This short walk explores a set of cascades, finishing at the top of a small waterfall. From the road, the walk follows the creek to a bridge just near the waterfall. You will often see rosellas feeding in the clearing near the first bridge.

Total climbing: 4m

Easy track

East Killara Bushtrack

2.6 km One way, 1 hr 15 mins

This walk explores a section of Middle Harbour and Gordon Creek following a narrow bush track. The walk provides some great views across Middle Harbour Creek and the bushland of the area. This walk also gets close to the mangroves along Middle Harbour creek. With the right tide, these mangroves can

Total climbing: 133m

Hard track

Bungaroo Track

3.6 km Return, 1 hr 30 mins

This walk explores a section of bush between Hunter Ave, St Ives, and Middle Harbour Creek. The walk follows a reasonably well defined bush track, passing several rocky outcrops with views across the valley. The walk is named after Bungaroo, a spot of Middle Harbour creek which was described by th

Total climbing: 237m

Hard track

Founders Way

3 km Return, 1 hr 30 mins

This return walk starts at the Founders Way track head, in St Ives, and follows the pipeline through the National Park. The walk heads down into the valley where it comes to the Middle Harbour Creek pipe bridge. There is a short, optional side trip along the Bungaroo Track to the stepping stones cr

Total climbing: 137m

Moderate track

Bungaroo and Founders Way Loop

3.5 km Circuit, 1 hr 30 mins

This circuit walk starts at Founders Way and follows the Bungaroo bush track through the national park to Middle Harbour Creek. There is an optional side trip to the creek crossing before returning, via the pipe bridge and the Pipeline Track. Along the Bungaroo Track there are plenty of opportuniti

Total climbing: 190m

Hard track

Browns Waterhole Track

1.3 km One way, 30 mins

This is a short walk down into the Lane Cove Valley, crossing the Lane Cove River, and out the other side. The entire track is concrete, making it a favourite trail for bike riders taking the short cut from Turramurra to Maquarie University. There are picnic tables at Browns Water Hole.

Total climbing: 49m

Moderate track

Kissing Pt Rd to De Burghs Bridge

4.4 km One way, 1 hr 45 mins

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 th

Total climbing: 155m

Hard track

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The Gordon to Roseville Station (Riverside Walk) walk starts at the Gordon Station (gps: -33.756038, 151.15425)

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The Gordon to Roseville Station (Riverside Walk) ends at the Roseville Train Station (gps: -33.784534, 151.17783)

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Park Information

Lane Cove National Park

This small but picturesque city park is a haven of peaceful bushland along the winding Lane Cove River. Home to the Kukundi Wildlife Shelter and 27 km of the Great North Walk, you can also hire a boat, take a stroll or enjoy a picnic by the weir.

Blackbutt Reserve

Blackbutt Reserve is a large area of natural bushland owned and managed by Ku-ring-gai council. The park extends from Lady Game drive up to Vale St, west of Gordon Golf course. The park is supports a number of service trail and bush track allowing visitors to explore large areas of the park. The park is also home to vulnerable Large Forest Owls.

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