This short and easy walk to to the Quibray Bay viewing/lookout platform provides some lovely views and opportunities for bird watching. The platforms give you views across the heart of the very special Towra Point Nature Reserve. The nature reserve is very close to Sydney and most of it is closed to the public to protect the very fragile ecosystems and the resting area for migratory birds. This walk gives views that most Sydneysiders never see.
(1.3m gap) to follow the large ‘Towra Point Nature Reserve – Quibray Bay Viewing Platform’ sign[2] along the concrete path[3]. The walk follows the mostly flat concrete path for about 20m to then follow the timber boardwalk[4] (with handrails) for another 20m to the viewing platform[5][6][7].
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.
| Port Hacking | 1:25 000 Map Series | 91294N PORT HACKING | NSW-91294N |
| Port Hacking | 1:100 000 Map Series | 9129 PORT HACKING | 9129 |
Toilets: There are 0 designated accessible toilets on this walk.
Seats: There are 0 places to sit on this walk.
Hazards: There are 0 specific noteable accessability related hazards on this walk.
Under this standard, a walk is graded based on the most difficult section of the walk.
| Length | 84 m | ||
| Time | 10 mins | ||
| . | |||
| Grade 1/6 Very easy |
AS 2156.1 | Gradient | Flat, no steps (1/6) |
| Quality of track | Smooth and hardened path (1/6) | ||
| Signs | Clearly signposted (1/6) | ||
| Experience Required | No experience required (1/6) | ||
| Weather | Weather generally has little impact on safety (1/6) | ||
| Infrastructure | Generally useful facilities (such as fenced cliffs and seats) (1/6) |
Here is a bit more details explaining grading looking at sections of the walk
This whole walk, 40m is flat with no steps.
This whole walk, 40m follows a smooth and hardened path.
This whole walk, 40m is clearly signposted.
This whole walk, 40m requires no previous bushwalking experience.
This whole walk, 40m is not usually affected by severe weather events (that would unexpectedly impact safety and navigation).
This whole walk, 40m is close to useful facilities (such as fenced cliffs and seats).
A list of walks that share part of the track with the Quibray Bay viewing platform walk.
A list of walks that start near the Quibray Bay viewing platform walk.
5.5 km Return
2 hrs
Moderate track
5.4 km One way
2 hrs 30 mins
Hard track
3.8 km One way
1 hr 30 mins
Hard track
7.4 km Return
2 hrs 30 mins
Moderate track
12.7 km One way
4 hrs 15 mins
Hard track
5 km One way
1 hr 45 mins
Hard track
8.9 km Return
3 hrs
Moderate track
5.7 km One way
2 hrs 30 mins
Hard track
1.1 km One way
30 mins
Very easy
8.8 km Return
3 hrs
Moderate track
960 m Circuit
20 mins
Easy track
2.8 km Circuit
1 hr 30 mins
Moderate track
The Quibray Bay viewing platform walk starts and ends at the Captain Cook Dr (gps: -34.025, 151.18268)
Your transport options to Captain Cook Dr are by;
Bus. (get details)
Car. There is free parking available.
(get details)
Short URL = http://wild.tl/qbvp
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There are other downloads I am still working on.
You will probably need to login to access these — still all free.
* KML (google earth file)
* GPX (GPS file)
Special Maps/ brochures
* A3 topo maps
* PDF with Lands Topo map base
* PDF with arial image (and map overlay)
I wanted to get the main site live first, this extra stuff will come in time.
Happy walking
Matt 🙂
This pleasant stroll along a concrete footpath leads through a historically significant section of Kamay Botany Bay NP. Starting from the Visitor Centre, you take a short side trip to the Meeting Place where you will learn more about the Aboriginal people of the area. As the walk continues down to and along the waterfront you will pass the actual landing site for the Endeavour in 1770. You also pass a series of monuments to different men on the ship, including Captain Cook. There are also plenty of information signs to give further insight into the impacts of the Aboriginal people of the area. A lovely stroll with the chance to grab a snack at the end. This walk can be started at either end, you can allow extra time and return the same way if you prefer.
on the eastern side of the Visitor Centre. And a large parking area
in front.
[10] area provides an opportunity to reflect on the history of this land. A chance to consider the Aboriginal people, their connection to this land and that ‘At this place in April 1770 Aboriginal people gathered as a converted British coal ship, the Endeavour, appeared on the horizon and continued into the bay. As the landing party approached, two Aboriginal men advanced to the beach to challenge the group of strangers as they prepared to come ashore.’[11]
, over a historically significant creek[26]. From the bridge this walk continues along the footpath for about 80m (beside the tall pine trees) to lead past the large round ‘Banks Monument’[27][28] (on the left) then about 100m later comes to a clear 4-way intersection with a wharf (on the right).
, enjoy the view and learn more about the meeting of cultures[29][30][31][32] in view of where Captain Cook landed in 1770. Opposite the wharf is the historic Ferry Shelter
shed c1910.
then continues alongside the beach for another 150m to find yet another picnic table
(under the tree on the left). Here the walk continues along the path past the ‘Kamay Botany Bay National Park’ sign[36] to find the car parks[37][38]
and picnic tables[39]
(opposite the shops[40] at the junction of Prince Charles Prd & Captain Cook Dr, Kurnell).
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.
| Port Hacking | 1:25 000 Map Series | 91294N PORT HACKING | NSW-91294N |
| Port Hacking | 1:100 000 Map Series | 9129 PORT HACKING | 9129 |
Toilets: There are 0 designated accessible toilets on this walk.
Seats: There are 6 places to sit on this walk.
They are on average 210m apart, with a maximum gap of 510m.
Hazards: There are 0 specific noteable accessability related hazards on this walk.
Under this standard, a walk is graded based on the most difficult section of the walk.
| Length | 1.1 km | ||
| Time | 30 mins | ||
| . | |||
| Grade 1/6 Very easy |
AS 2156.1 | Gradient | Flat, no steps (1/6) |
| Quality of track | Smooth and hardened path (1/6) | ||
| Signs | Clearly signposted (1/6) | ||
| Experience Required | No experience required (1/6) | ||
| Weather | Weather generally has little impact on safety (1/6) | ||
| Infrastructure | Generally useful facilities (such as fenced cliffs and seats) (1/6) |
Here is a bit more details explaining grading looking at sections of the walk
This whole walk, 1.1km is flat with no steps.
This whole walk, 1.1km follows a smooth and hardened path.
This whole walk, 1.1km is clearly signposted.
This whole walk, 1.1km requires no previous bushwalking experience.
This whole walk, 1.1km is not usually affected by severe weather events (that would unexpectedly impact safety and navigation).
This whole walk, 1.1km is close to useful facilities (such as fenced cliffs and seats).
A list of walks that share part of the track with the Burrawang foreshore walk walk.
A list of walks that start near the Burrawang foreshore walk walk.
8.8 km Return
3 hrs
Moderate track
960 m Circuit
20 mins
Easy track
2.8 km Circuit
1 hr 30 mins
Moderate track
8.9 km Return
3 hrs
Moderate track
5.7 km One way
2 hrs 30 mins
Hard track
7.4 km Return
2 hrs 30 mins
Moderate track
12.7 km One way
4 hrs 15 mins
Hard track
5 km One way
1 hr 45 mins
Hard track
5.5 km Return
2 hrs
Moderate track
5.4 km One way
2 hrs 30 mins
Hard track
3.8 km One way
1 hr 30 mins
Hard track
866 m Return
30 mins
Easy track
The Burrawang foreshore walk walk starts at the Visitor Centre carpark (gps: -34.005056, 151.22161)
Your main transport option to Visitor Centre carpark is by;
Car. A park entry fee is required for driving into the park.
(get details)
The Burrawang foreshore walk ends at the Corner of Prince Charles parade and Captain Cook drive (gps: -34.006693, 151.21575)
Your transport options to Corner of Prince Charles parade and Captain Cook drive are by;
Bus. (get details)
Car. There is free parking available.
(get details)
Short URL = http://wild.tl/bfw
Gallery images
There are other downloads I am still working on.
You will probably need to login to access these — still all free.
* KML (google earth file)
* GPX (GPS file)
Special Maps/ brochures
* A3 topo maps
* PDF with Lands Topo map base
* PDF with arial image (and map overlay)
I wanted to get the main site live first, this extra stuff will come in time.
Happy walking
Matt 🙂
On this walk, you will explore Cape Banks island surrounded by the aquaitic reserve and a beautiful coast line of Kamay Botany Bay NP. Starting from the end of Cape Banks Rd, you pass a historic gun emplacement, then explore the grassy coastline down to the water and edge of NSW Golf Course. There is a foot bridge to give access to the island and a novel T for the golf course. The island has a series of faint rough tracks that allow you to explore the bald island and views.
to then pass the ‘Botany Bay National Park’ sign[3] after about 10m. Then this walk continues to follow the asphalt trail beside the ‘Westpac Helicopter’ shed (on the right) for about 30m, to come to a 3-way intersection marked with an NPWS arrow post[4], just past a concrete building[5].
, then leads more gently downhill for 100m before leading down another very steep and rough section of trail[20] mostly flattening out near the apex of a large cleft in the sea cliff[21]. Here the trail continues more gently downhill for another 160m towards the golf course and ocean, passing a large rock platform[22] (on the left) coming to concrete footpath marked with two ‘Cape Banks Aquatic Reserve’ signs[23] just after the ‘Cape Bank’ map signpost[24]. Be mindful of golfers and golf balls.
, for about 20m to then cross over[27] to the island on the 20m long (1.1m wide) metal foot bridge[28]. Then this walk continues over the rocky track[29] to come beside the golf tee-off green[30] (on the right).
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.
| Botany Bay | 1:25 000 Map Series | 91303S BOTANY BAY | NSW-91303S |
| Bondi | 1:25 000 Map Series | 91302S BONDI | NSW-91302S |
| Sydney | 1:100 000 Map Series | 9130 SYDNEY | 9130 |
Toilets: There are 0 designated accessible toilets on this walk.
Seats: There are 1 places to sit on this walk.
Hazards: There are 0 specific noteable accessability related hazards on this walk.
Under this standard, a walk is graded based on the most difficult section of the walk.
| Length | 1.5 km | ||
| Time | 45 mins | ||
| . | |||
| Grade 4/6 Hard track |
AS 2156.1 | Gradient | Very steep (4/6) |
| 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) |
Here is a bit more details explaining grading looking at sections of the walk
390m of this walk is very steep and another 330m has gentle hills with occasional steps. The remaining (40m) is flat with no steps.
This whole walk, 760m follows a clear and well formed track or trail.
Around 670m of this walk has directional signs at most intersection, whilst the remaining 90m is clearly signposted.
Around 480m of this walk requires no previous bushwalking experience, whilst the remaining 280m requires some bushwalking experience.
This whole walk, 760m is not usually affected by severe weather events (that would unexpectedly impact safety and navigation).
Around 670m of this walk has limited facilities (such as not all cliffs fenced), whilst the remaining 90m is close to useful facilities (such as fenced cliffs and seats).
A list of walks that share part of the track with the Cape Banks Island walk walk.
1.9 km Return
1 hr 30 mins
Hard track
6.6 km Circuit
3 hrs
Hard track
6.8 km Circuit
3 hrs
Hard track
13 km One way
5 hrs
Hard track
13.4 km One way
5 hrs
Hard track
A list of walks that start near the Cape Banks Island walk walk.
496 m Return
15 mins
Easy track
750 m Return
30 mins
Easy track
866 m Return
30 mins
Easy track
4.2 km Return
1 hr 30 mins
Moderate track
1.1 km Return
30 mins
Moderate track
792 m Circuit
30 mins
Easy track
8.8 km Return
3 hrs
Moderate track
960 m Circuit
20 mins
Easy track
2.8 km Circuit
1 hr 30 mins
Moderate track
1.1 km One way
30 mins
Very easy
8.9 km Return
3 hrs
Moderate track
5.7 km One way
2 hrs 30 mins
Hard track
The Cape Banks Island walk walk starts and ends at the Southern End of Cape Banks Rd (gps: -33.993462, 151.24974)
Your main transport option to Southern End of Cape Banks Rd is by;
Car. There is free parking available.
(get details)
Short URL = http://wild.tl/cbiw
Gallery images
There are other downloads I am still working on.
You will probably need to login to access these — still all free.
* KML (google earth file)
* GPX (GPS file)
Special Maps/ brochures
* A3 topo maps
* PDF with Lands Topo map base
* PDF with arial image (and map overlay)
I wanted to get the main site live first, this extra stuff will come in time.
Happy walking
Matt 🙂
The Coastal Hospital Cemetery Walk is an easy walk, near a beautiful coastline, visiting an early Australian cemetery. The cemetery is located on raised ground, with views out to the coast and sea. Used primarily as a cemetery for the old quarantine hospital from the 1880’s, it is home to over 2000 graves (most not visible). The visible grave sites are interesting and provide a fascinating glimpse into life (and death) 100 years ago. Worth a visit if you are in the area or if you have an interest in the local history.
, and along the management trail. The grassy trail leads for about 20m to pass over a cobbeled stone section[6]
then continues to follow the level trail[7] for another 110m, to come to a large 3-way intersection[8] near the Coastal Cemetery[9] (on the right).
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.
| Botany Bay | 1:25 000 Map Series | 91303S BOTANY BAY | NSW-91303S |
| Bondi | 1:25 000 Map Series | 91302S BONDI | NSW-91302S |
| Sydney | 1:100 000 Map Series | 9130 SYDNEY | 9130 |
Toilets: There are 0 designated accessible toilets on this walk.
Seats: There are 0 places to sit on this walk.
Hazards: There are 1 specific noteable accessability related hazards on this walk.
Wheelchair Rough A 20m section of the trail has exposed sandstone cobbles. Found about 40m into the walk.
Under this standard, a walk is graded based on the most difficult section of the walk.
| Length | 496 m | ||
| Time | 15 mins | ||
| . | |||
| Grade 2/6 Easy track |
AS 2156.1 | Gradient | Gentle hills with occasional steps (2/6) |
| Quality of track | Clear and well formed track or trail (2/6) | ||
| Signs | Clearly signposted (1/6) | ||
| Experience Required | No experience required (1/6) | ||
| Weather | Weather generally has little impact on safety (1/6) | ||
| Infrastructure | Generally useful facilities (such as fenced cliffs and seats) (1/6) |
Here is a bit more details explaining grading looking at sections of the walk
This whole walk, 250m has gentle hills with occasional steps.
Around 150m of this walk follows a clear and well formed track or trail, whilst the remaining 100m follows a smooth and hardened path.
This whole walk, 250m is clearly signposted.
This whole walk, 250m requires no previous bushwalking experience.
This whole walk, 250m is not usually affected by severe weather events (that would unexpectedly impact safety and navigation).
This whole walk, 250m is close to useful facilities (such as fenced cliffs and seats).
A list of walks that share part of the track with the The Coastal Hospital Cemetery Walk walk.
1.9 km Return
1 hr 30 mins
Hard track
6.6 km Circuit
3 hrs
Hard track
6.8 km Circuit
3 hrs
Hard track
13 km One way
5 hrs
Hard track
13.4 km One way
5 hrs
Hard track
A list of walks that start near the The Coastal Hospital Cemetery Walk walk.
1.5 km Return
45 mins
Hard track
750 m Return
30 mins
Easy track
866 m Return
30 mins
Easy track
4.2 km Return
1 hr 30 mins
Moderate track
1.1 km Return
30 mins
Moderate track
792 m Circuit
30 mins
Easy track
8.8 km Return
3 hrs
Moderate track
960 m Circuit
20 mins
Easy track
2.8 km Circuit
1 hr 30 mins
Moderate track
1.1 km One way
30 mins
Very easy
8.9 km Return
3 hrs
Moderate track
5.7 km One way
2 hrs 30 mins
Hard track
The The Coastal Hospital Cemetery Walk walk starts and ends at the Int of Cape Banks Rd & Cemetery Trail (gps: -33.990814, 151.24856)
Your main transport option to Int of Cape Banks Rd & Cemetery Trail is by;
Car. There is free parking available.
(get details)
Short URL = http://wild.tl/tchcw
Gallery images
There are other downloads I am still working on.
You will probably need to login to access these — still all free.
* KML (google earth file)
* GPX (GPS file)
Special Maps/ brochures
* A3 topo maps
* PDF with Lands Topo map base
* PDF with arial image (and map overlay)
I wanted to get the main site live first, this extra stuff will come in time.
Happy walking
Matt 🙂
This walk guides you along raised boardwalk through rare and engaged banksia ecosystem. An opportunity to appreciate a sensitive environment close up and in an environmentally sensitive way. The information sign at the start of the walk provides insight into the Banksia scrub and its value. This walk is recommended if you would like to look at a type of vegetation that once covered a much larger area of Sydney. This walk is mostly downhill from Jennifer St. If the return trip is too much you can organise for someone to pick you up from Cape Banks Rd.
.
The timber boardwalk leads gently downhill through the dense heath[7] for about 160m to pass the fenced ‘revegetation area’[8]. The boardwalk continues to lead through the forest with the occasional water glimpses for another 80m where the path starts to lead moderately steeply downhill[9]
for about 15m before starting to mostly level out again. At the end of the timber boarwalk[10], the walk follows the concrete path to find another timber seat
. From here the walk continues along the footpath for 35m to pass the ‘Jennifer Street Boardwalk’ sign[11], head through the narow timber bollards
and come to Cape Banks Rd, La Perouse next to the golf course.
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.
| Botany Bay | 1:25 000 Map Series | 91303S BOTANY BAY | NSW-91303S |
| Sydney | 1:100 000 Map Series | 9130 SYDNEY | 9130 |
Toilets: There are 0 designated accessible toilets on this walk.
Seats: There are 2 places to sit on this walk.
They are 340m apart.
Hazards: There are 1 specific noteable accessability related hazards on this walk.
Wheelchair Steep An approximalty 15m section of the boardwalk is 1.5:12 steep. Found about 270m into the walk.
Under this standard, a walk is graded based on the most difficult section of the walk.
| Length | 750 m | ||
| Time | 30 mins | ||
| . | |||
| Grade 2/6 Easy track |
AS 2156.1 | Gradient | Gentle hills with occasional steps (2/6) |
| Quality of track | Smooth and hardened path (1/6) | ||
| Signs | Clearly signposted (1/6) | ||
| Experience Required | No experience required (1/6) | ||
| Weather | Weather generally has little impact on safety (1/6) | ||
| Infrastructure | Generally useful facilities (such as fenced cliffs and seats) (1/6) |
Here is a bit more details explaining grading looking at sections of the walk
This whole walk, 380m has gentle hills with occasional steps.
This whole walk, 380m follows a smooth and hardened path.
This whole walk, 380m is clearly signposted.
This whole walk, 380m requires no previous bushwalking experience.
This whole walk, 380m is not usually affected by severe weather events (that would unexpectedly impact safety and navigation).
This whole walk, 380m is close to useful facilities (such as fenced cliffs and seats).
A list of walks that share part of the track with the Jennifer Street Boardwalk walk.
6.6 km Circuit
3 hrs
Hard track
6.8 km Circuit
3 hrs
Hard track
A list of walks that start near the Jennifer Street Boardwalk walk.
792 m Circuit
30 mins
Easy track
4.2 km Return
1 hr 30 mins
Moderate track
13 km One way
5 hrs
Hard track
1.1 km Return
30 mins
Moderate track
866 m Return
30 mins
Easy track
1.9 km Return
1 hr 30 mins
Hard track
496 m Return
15 mins
Easy track
1.5 km Return
45 mins
Hard track
8.8 km Return
3 hrs
Moderate track
960 m Circuit
20 mins
Easy track
2.8 km Circuit
1 hr 30 mins
Moderate track
1.1 km One way
30 mins
Very easy
The Jennifer Street Boardwalk walk starts and ends at the Int of Jennifer Street Boardwalk & Jennifer Street (gps: -33.985259, 151.24085)
Your transport options to Int of Jennifer Street Boardwalk & Jennifer Street are by;
Bus. (get details)
Car. There is free parking available.
(get details)
Short URL = http://wild.tl/jsb
Gallery images
There are other downloads I am still working on.
You will probably need to login to access these — still all free.
* KML (google earth file)
* GPX (GPS file)
Special Maps/ brochures
* A3 topo maps
* PDF with Lands Topo map base
* PDF with arial image (and map overlay)
I wanted to get the main site live first, this extra stuff will come in time.
Happy walking
Matt 🙂
This walk, primarily across open lawns, offers views across Botany Bay while visiting historically significant landmarks. The side trip to the Bare Island Fortifications is well worth it, with tours available on Sunday afternoons. However, a walk across to the locked gate on Bare Island is still well worth the time – also, there are steps at the far side of the bridge down onto attractive unfenced rock platforms. Both the historic tombstone and monument by the museum are worth a visit, to contemplate our early explorers. Food, beach and a children’s playground are available close to the end of this walk. A magnificent location with so much history.
(Anzac Parade, La Perouse)[1] and ‘Congwong Beach Walk’ sign[2], this walk initially follows a footpath toward the water and a stone tower[3]) for about 20m (past the road intersection) then turns right to cross Anzac Pd to find a ‘Botany Bay National Park’ sign[4]. This walk then passes between timber posts, walking across grass for about 50m, until coming to the locked stone tower (The Barrack Tower[5]).
and seats
following the (initally moderalty steep
) driveway downhill[11] toward Bare Island, past the large ‘Botany Bay National Park’ sign[12]. This walk continues to follow the concrete then asphalt driveway for about 80m to find the start of the 100m long (3.8m wide) timber bridge[13]. This walk crosses the bridge[14], until coming to a large metal gate[15] and a ‘Bare Island Fortification’ sign[16] behind the gate. There are great views from the bridge. Bare Island is generally locked but guided tours are available. At the end of this side trip, retrace your steps back to the main walk then Turn left.
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.
| Botany Bay | 1:25 000 Map Series | 91303S BOTANY BAY | NSW-91303S |
| Sydney | 1:100 000 Map Series | 9130 SYDNEY | 9130 |
Under this standard, a walk is graded based on the most difficult section of the walk.
| Length | 792 m | ||
| Time | 30 mins | ||
| . | |||
| Grade 2/6 Easy track |
AS 2156.1 | Gradient | Gentle hills with occasional steps (2/6) |
| Quality of track | Clear and well formed track or trail (2/6) | ||
| Signs | Clearly signposted (1/6) | ||
| Experience Required | No experience required (1/6) | ||
| Weather | Weather generally has little impact on safety (1/6) | ||
| Infrastructure | Generally useful facilities (such as fenced cliffs and seats) (1/6) |
Here is a bit more details explaining grading looking at sections of the walk
This whole walk, 790m has gentle hills with occasional steps.
This whole walk, 790m follows a clear and well formed track or trail.
This whole walk, 790m is clearly signposted.
This whole walk, 790m requires no previous bushwalking experience.
This whole walk, 790m is not usually affected by severe weather events (that would unexpectedly impact safety and navigation).
This whole walk, 790m is close to useful facilities (such as fenced cliffs and seats).
A list of walks that share part of the track with the La Perouse Historical Walk walk.
866 m Return
30 mins
Easy track
A list of walks that start near the La Perouse Historical Walk walk.
4.2 km Return
1 hr 30 mins
Moderate track
13 km One way
5 hrs
Hard track
6.6 km Circuit
3 hrs
Hard track
6.8 km Circuit
3 hrs
Hard track
1.1 km Return
30 mins
Moderate track
750 m Return
30 mins
Easy track
1.9 km Return
1 hr 30 mins
Hard track
496 m Return
15 mins
Easy track
1.5 km Return
45 mins
Hard track
8.8 km Return
3 hrs
Moderate track
960 m Circuit
20 mins
Easy track
2.8 km Circuit
1 hr 30 mins
Moderate track
The La Perouse Historical Walk walk starts and ends at the Southern End of Cann Park (gps: -33.988562, 151.23369)
Your transport options to Southern End of Cann Park are by;
Bus. (get details)
Car. There is free parking available.
(get details)
Short URL = http://wild.tl/lphw
Gallery images
There are other downloads I am still working on.
You will probably need to login to access these — still all free.
* KML (google earth file)
* GPX (GPS file)
Special Maps/ brochures
* A3 topo maps
* PDF with Lands Topo map base
* PDF with arial image (and map overlay)
I wanted to get the main site live first, this extra stuff will come in time.
Happy walking
Matt 🙂
A wonderful and easy way to explore the beautiful and historic tip of La Perouse. Bare Island is a small island, which you can walk to across a large timber bridge. The island was originally fortified to prevent foreign invasion, however, it has also been a retirement home and is now a museum and tourist attraction managed by NSW Parks and Wildlife Service. The main part of the island is locked but you can book a tour on Sundays. There is also a set of steps at the end of the bridge to get access to the rock platform of the island. Make a day of it by enjoying the local cafe, beaches and other museums in the area.
(Anzac Parade, La Perouse), this walk follows the wide concrete footpath downhill keeping Anzac Parade to the right. After 50m the path leads past a toilet block[1]
and drinking fountain[2]
then continues past the open grassy area and water views[3] for another 20m to find a few metal bench seats[4]
. The walk continues gently downhill along the footpath beside the grassy area with water views for 170m passing several seats (evenly spaced)
to come to an intersection at the top of a concrete driveway marked with a large ‘Botany Bay National Park’ sign[5]. There are parking areas including a mobility parking bay
(on the right).
(Anzac Parade, La Perouse)[6] and ‘Congwong Beach Walk’ sign[7], this walk initially follows a footpath toward the water and a stone tower[8]) for about 20m (past the road intersection) then turns right to cross Anzac Pd to find a ‘Botany Bay National Park’ sign[9]. This walk then passes between timber posts, walking across grass for about 50m, until coming to the locked stone tower (The Barrack Tower[10]).
Continue straight: From the stone tower (The Barrack Tower[11]), this walk heads gently downhill, towards the water, over grass for about 80m. The walk then heads down the steps and across Anzac Rd[12] so find a few seats at the top of Bare Island Trail[13] beside the large ‘Botany Bay National Park’ sign[14]. Now Continue straight to rejoin the main walk .
and seats
following the (initally moderalty steep
) driveway downhill[16] toward Bare Island, past the large ‘Botany Bay National Park’ sign[17]. This walk continues to follow the concrete then asphalt driveway for about 80m to find the start of the 100m long (3.8m wide) timber bridge[18]. This walk crosses the bridge[19], until coming to a large metal gate[20] and a ‘Bare Island Fortification’ sign[21] behind the gate. There are great views from the bridge. Bare Island is generally locked but guided tours are available.
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.
| Botany Bay | 1:25 000 Map Series | 91303S BOTANY BAY | NSW-91303S |
| Sydney | 1:100 000 Map Series | 9130 SYDNEY | 9130 |
Toilets: There are 0 designated accessible toilets on this walk.
Seats: There are 4 places to sit on this walk.
They are on average 80m apart, with a maximum gap of 70m.
Hazards: There are 1 specific noteable accessability related hazards on this walk.
Wheelchair Steep The concrete trail at here is moderately steep for about 20m. Found about 250m into the walk.
Under this standard, a walk is graded based on the most difficult section of the walk.
| Length | 866 m | ||
| Time | 30 mins | ||
| . | |||
| Grade 2/6 Easy track |
AS 2156.1 | Gradient | Gentle hills with occasional steps (2/6) |
| Quality of track | Clear and well formed track or trail (2/6) | ||
| Signs | Clearly signposted (1/6) | ||
| Experience Required | No experience required (1/6) | ||
| Weather | Weather generally has little impact on safety (1/6) | ||
| Infrastructure | Generally useful facilities (such as fenced cliffs and seats) (1/6) |
Here is a bit more details explaining grading looking at sections of the walk
Around 240m of this walk is flat with no steps, whilst the remaining 190m has gentle hills with occasional steps.
Around 240m of this walk follows a smooth and hardened path, whilst the remaining 190m follows a clear and well formed track or trail.
This whole walk, 430m is clearly signposted.
This whole walk, 430m requires no previous bushwalking experience.
This whole walk, 430m is not usually affected by severe weather events (that would unexpectedly impact safety and navigation).
This whole walk, 430m is close to useful facilities (such as fenced cliffs and seats).
A list of walks that share part of the track with the Bare Island Walk walk.
792 m Circuit
30 mins
Easy track
A list of walks that start near the Bare Island Walk walk.
4.2 km Return
1 hr 30 mins
Moderate track
13 km One way
5 hrs
Hard track
6.6 km Circuit
3 hrs
Hard track
6.8 km Circuit
3 hrs
Hard track
1.1 km Return
30 mins
Moderate track
750 m Return
30 mins
Easy track
1.9 km Return
1 hr 30 mins
Hard track
496 m Return
15 mins
Easy track
1.5 km Return
45 mins
Hard track
8.8 km Return
3 hrs
Moderate track
960 m Circuit
20 mins
Easy track
2.8 km Circuit
1 hr 30 mins
Moderate track
The Bare Island Walk walk starts and ends at the Southern end of Cann Park (gps: -33.988591, 151.23364)
Your transport options to Southern end of Cann Park are by;
Bus. (get details)
Car. There is free parking available.
(get details)
Short URL = http://wild.tl/bhw
Gallery images
There are other downloads I am still working on.
You will probably need to login to access these — still all free.
* KML (google earth file)
* GPX (GPS file)
Special Maps/ brochures
* A3 topo maps
* PDF with Lands Topo map base
* PDF with arial image (and map overlay)
I wanted to get the main site live first, this extra stuff will come in time.
Happy walking
Matt 🙂
Enjoy a pleasant meander through a varied forest from the Botany Bay Visitors Centre. This walk takes you through a lovely and diverse forest, there are plenty of small signs to help you learn about the different types of plants on the walk including a large scribbly gum and a spectacular Cabbage palm grove. It is no wonder why Joseph Banks and Daniel Solander in 1770 got so excited when walking in the area collecting, what was for them, new plant species.
on the eastern side of the Visitor Centre. And a large parking area
in front.
, this walk follows the footpath[3] that then leads through the middle of the car park
[4], to find the pebblecrete footpath and ‘Banks-Solander Track’ sign[5] on the far side. This walk follows this sign along the narrow (1.4m) path [6], timber boardwalk[7] then dirt track[8] as it winds through the dense forest for nearly 100m to find a seat[9]
just before the road. The walk then leads up the rise to then crossing (taking care) Cape Solander Drive[10] to the intersection marked with a large ‘Yena Trail’ map sign[11].
on the track and find a timber seat
[25], beside a scribbly gum[26][27]. From this seat the walk continues along the track past a few more plant signs[28][29][30] for nearly 50m to then follow a timber boardwalk for 25m[31] to the t-intersection with the wide trail.
. This walk then follows the dirt track[37], timber boardwalk[38] then the narrow pebblecrete path [39] as it winds through the dense forest for nearly 100m to find a ‘Banks-Solander Track’ sign[40] on the edge of the car park. This walk then leads through the middle of the car park
[41] and follows the short footpath[42] to the front of the ‘Visitor Centre’[43]
.
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.
| Port Hacking | 1:25 000 Map Series | 91294N PORT HACKING | NSW-91294N |
| Port Hacking | 1:100 000 Map Series | 9129 PORT HACKING | 9129 |
Toilets: There are 0 designated accessible toilets on this walk.
Seats: There are 3 places to sit on this walk.
They are on average 230m apart, with a maximum gap of 320m.
Hazards: There are 0 specific noteable accessability related hazards on this walk.
Under this standard, a walk is graded based on the most difficult section of the walk.
| Length | 960 m | ||
| Time | 20 mins | ||
| . | |||
| Grade 2/6 Easy track |
AS 2156.1 | Gradient | Gentle hills with occasional steps (2/6) |
| Quality of track | Clear and well formed track or trail (2/6) | ||
| Signs | Clearly signposted (1/6) | ||
| Experience Required | No experience required (1/6) | ||
| Weather | Weather generally has little impact on safety (1/6) | ||
| Infrastructure | Generally useful facilities (such as fenced cliffs and seats) (1/6) |
Here is a bit more details explaining grading looking at sections of the walk
Around 650m of this walk is flat with no steps, whilst the remaining 310m has gentle hills with occasional steps.
This whole walk, 960m follows a clear and well formed track or trail.
This whole walk, 960m is clearly signposted.
This whole walk, 960m requires no previous bushwalking experience.
This whole walk, 960m is not usually affected by severe weather events (that would unexpectedly impact safety and navigation).
This whole walk, 960m is close to useful facilities (such as fenced cliffs and seats).
A list of walks that share part of the track with the Banks-Solander Track walk.
2.8 km Circuit
1 hr 30 mins
Moderate track
8.8 km Return
3 hrs
Moderate track
A list of walks that start near the Banks-Solander Track walk.
1.1 km One way
30 mins
Very easy
8.9 km Return
3 hrs
Moderate track
5.7 km One way
2 hrs 30 mins
Hard track
7.4 km Return
2 hrs 30 mins
Moderate track
12.7 km One way
4 hrs 15 mins
Hard track
5 km One way
1 hr 45 mins
Hard track
5.5 km Return
2 hrs
Moderate track
5.4 km One way
2 hrs 30 mins
Hard track
3.8 km One way
1 hr 30 mins
Hard track
866 m Return
30 mins
Easy track
4.2 km Return
1 hr 30 mins
Moderate track
13 km One way
5 hrs
Hard track
The Banks-Solander Track walk starts and ends at the Kamay Botany Bay Visitor Centre (gps: -34.00506, 151.22162)
Your transport options to Kamay Botany Bay Visitor Centre are by;
Bus. (get details)
Car. A park entry fee is required for driving into the park.
(get details)
Short URL = http://wild.tl/e
Gallery images
There are other downloads I am still working on.
You will probably need to login to access these — still all free.
* KML (google earth file)
* GPX (GPS file)
Special Maps/ brochures
* A3 topo maps
* PDF with Lands Topo map base
* PDF with arial image (and map overlay)
I wanted to get the main site live first, this extra stuff will come in time.
Happy walking
Matt 🙂
A relaxing beach walk, ending at a sheltered sandy beach that has been described as one of the most beautiful beaches in Sydney. In the past, this walk has been used as a nudist beach, but this practice is being discouraged. The beach is very popular in the summer, but beware of the limited shade on a hot afternoon.
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.
| Botany Bay | 1:25 000 Map Series | 91303S BOTANY BAY | NSW-91303S |
| Sydney | 1:100 000 Map Series | 9130 SYDNEY | 9130 |
Under this standard, a walk is graded based on the most difficult section of the walk.
| Length | 1.1 km | ||
| Time | 30 mins | ||
| . | |||
| Grade 3/6 Moderate track |
AS 2156.1 | Gradient | Short steep hills (3/6) |
| Quality of track | Formed track, with some branches and other obstacles (3/6) | ||
| 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) |
Here is a bit more details explaining grading looking at sections of the walk
This whole walk, 540m has short steep hills.
This whole walk, 540m follows a formed track, with some branches and other obstacles.
This whole walk, 540m has directional signs at most intersection.
Around 310m of this walk requires no previous bushwalking experience, whilst the remaining 230m requires some bushwalking experience.
This whole walk, 540m is not usually affected by severe weather events (that would unexpectedly impact safety and navigation).
This whole walk, 540m has limited facilities (such as not all cliffs fenced).
A list of walks that share part of the track with the Little Congwong Beach Walk walk.
4.2 km Return
1 hr 30 mins
Moderate track
6.6 km Circuit
3 hrs
Hard track
6.8 km Circuit
3 hrs
Hard track
13 km One way
5 hrs
Hard track
A list of walks that start near the Little Congwong Beach Walk walk.
866 m Return
30 mins
Easy track
792 m Circuit
30 mins
Easy track
750 m Return
30 mins
Easy track
1.9 km Return
1 hr 30 mins
Hard track
496 m Return
15 mins
Easy track
1.5 km Return
45 mins
Hard track
8.8 km Return
3 hrs
Moderate track
960 m Circuit
20 mins
Easy track
2.8 km Circuit
1 hr 30 mins
Moderate track
1.1 km One way
30 mins
Very easy
8.9 km Return
3 hrs
Moderate track
5.7 km One way
2 hrs 30 mins
Hard track
The Little Congwong Beach Walk walk starts and ends at the Southern End of Cann Park (gps: -33.988579, 151.23365)
Your transport options to Southern End of Cann Park are by;
Bus. (get details)
Car. There is free parking available.
(get details)
Short URL = http://wild.tl/lcbw
Gallery images
There are other downloads I am still working on.
You will probably need to login to access these — still all free.
* KML (google earth file)
* GPX (GPS file)
Special Maps/ brochures
* A3 topo maps
* PDF with Lands Topo map base
* PDF with arial image (and map overlay)
I wanted to get the main site live first, this extra stuff will come in time.
Happy walking
Matt 🙂
This walk combines fine coastal views with two points of historical interest. From the start of this walk, the sidetrip to the coastal cemetery is short and gives a glimpse into lives of past generations. The World War II bunker is worth having a look around as you pass directly by it. Spend some time exploring the exposed headland that is Cape Banks. Look for old historical structures and the shipwreck of the SS Minmi on the western side of Cape Banks. If you’re lucky, you could even see migrating whales on this classic Sydney coastal walk.
, and along the management trail. The grassy trail leads for about 20m to pass over a cobbeled stone section[6]
then continues to follow the level trail[7] for another 110m, to come to a large 3-way intersection[8] near the Coastal Cemetery[9] (on the right).
to then pass the ‘Botany Bay National Park’ sign[19] after about 10m. Then this walk continues to follow the asphalt trail beside the ‘Westpac Helicopter’ shed (on the right) for about 30m, to come to a 3-way intersection marked with an NPWS arrow post[20], just past a concrete building[21].
, then leads more gently downhill for 100m before leading down another very steep and rough section of trail[35] mostly flattening out near the apex of a large cleft in the sea cliff[36]. Here the trail continues more gently downhill for another 160m towards the golf course and ocean, passing a large rock platform[37] (on the left) coming to concrete footpath marked with two ‘Cape Banks Aquatic Reserve’ signs[38] just after the ‘Cape Bank’ map signpost[39]. Be mindful of golfers and golf balls.
, for about 20m to then cross over[42] to the island on the 20m long (1.1m wide) metal foot bridge[43]. Then this walk continues over the rocky track[44] to come beside the golf tee-off green[45] (on the right).
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.
| Botany Bay | 1:25 000 Map Series | 91303S BOTANY BAY | NSW-91303S |
| Bondi | 1:25 000 Map Series | 91302S BONDI | NSW-91302S |
| Sydney | 1:100 000 Map Series | 9130 SYDNEY | 9130 |
Under this standard, a walk is graded based on the most difficult section of the walk.
| Length | 1.9 km | ||
| Time | 1 hr 30 mins | ||
| . | |||
| Grade 4/6 Hard track |
AS 2156.1 | Gradient | Very steep (4/6) |
| Quality of track | Clear and well formed track or trail (2/6) | ||
| Signs | Directional signs along the way (3/6) | ||
| Experience Required | No experience required (1/6) | ||
| Weather | Weather generally has little impact on safety (1/6) | ||
| Infrastructure | Limited facilities, not all cliffs are fenced (3/6) |
Here is a bit more details explaining grading looking at sections of the walk
390m of this walk is very steep and another 380m has gentle hills with occasional steps. Whilst another 110m has short steep hills and the remaining 95m is flat with no steps.
This whole walk, 970m follows a clear and well formed track or trail.
Around 500m of this walk has directional signs at most intersection, whilst the remaining 470m is clearly signposted.
This whole walk, 970m requires no previous bushwalking experience.
This whole walk, 970m is not usually affected by severe weather events (that would unexpectedly impact safety and navigation).
Around 580m of this walk is close to useful facilities (such as fenced cliffs and seats), whilst the remaining 390m has limited facilities (such as not all cliffs fenced).
A list of walks that share part of the track with the Cape Banks Walk walk.
496 m Return
15 mins
Easy track
1.5 km Return
45 mins
Hard track
6.6 km Circuit
3 hrs
Hard track
6.8 km Circuit
3 hrs
Hard track
13 km One way
5 hrs
Hard track
13.4 km One way
5 hrs
Hard track
A list of walks that start near the Cape Banks Walk walk.
750 m Return
30 mins
Easy track
866 m Return
30 mins
Easy track
4.2 km Return
1 hr 30 mins
Moderate track
1.1 km Return
30 mins
Moderate track
792 m Circuit
30 mins
Easy track
8.8 km Return
3 hrs
Moderate track
960 m Circuit
20 mins
Easy track
2.8 km Circuit
1 hr 30 mins
Moderate track
1.1 km One way
30 mins
Very easy
8.9 km Return
3 hrs
Moderate track
5.7 km One way
2 hrs 30 mins
Hard track
7.4 km Return
2 hrs 30 mins
Moderate track
The Cape Banks Walk walk starts and ends at the Int of Pistol Club Rd AND Coastal Cemetery Management Trail (gps: -33.990813, 151.24856)
Your transport options to Int of Pistol Club Rd AND Coastal Cemetery Management Trail are by;
Bus. (get details)
Car. There is free parking available.
(get details)
Short URL = http://wild.tl/cbw
Gallery images
There are other downloads I am still working on.
You will probably need to login to access these — still all free.
* KML (google earth file)
* GPX (GPS file)
Special Maps/ brochures
* A3 topo maps
* PDF with Lands Topo map base
* PDF with arial image (and map overlay)
I wanted to get the main site live first, this extra stuff will come in time.
Happy walking
Matt 🙂
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