The Narrabeen Lagoon Trail is a wonderful and accessible walk on the Northern Beaches of Sydney. The trail is used by walkers, runners cyclists, kids on scooters and people in wheelchairs to explore the stunning bushland and lagoon views. There are bridges over rivers, quiet spots to enjoy the view, cafes to refuel as well as toilets and picnic areas. A quick lap for exercise or take the time enjoy all the facilities along the way.
and an accessible toilet
. There are a series of picnic tables
scattered throughout the picnic area. There are also plenty of bench seats
, BBQs
and drinking fountain
. There is space to park about 50 cars, including two mobility parking bays
. Parking is metered at $6 per hour[1]. There is also a concrete boat ramp[2]
[5], a toilet block
[6] and car parking. At the southern end of the picnic area just before Middle Creek the path bends left[7] past the sheltered tables
] to a seat
(on the right) and a ‘The Jim Somerville Bridge’ sign[8] on a rock (on the left) just before a bridge[9]. The seat continues the the Jim Somerville Bridge[10] ramp then after about 60m the bridge turns right and flattens out for 70m to cross the creek and after 70m then leads gently downhill for about 50m, passing a fenced off abseiling area[11]. At the end of the bridge[12] this walk continues on a concrete path[13] for another 60m to come to a grassy clearing[14] (on the left) with two seats
just before the boat shed for the Sport and Recreaction Center[15].
(on the left).
From this seat this walk continues along the footpath[22] for about 190m past a seat
(on the left) to come to a another seat
(on the left). From the seat this walk continues along the concrete path[23] gently uphill for about 35m to the start of fence[24] and fiberglass bridge with handrails[25]. This walk zig zags on the bridge for about 70m, offering beautiful views[26][27] across the lagoon. This walk then heads gently downhill for about 20m to come to a concrete path[28] and end of handrails where the path flattens out and comes to another seat
(on the left). From here this walk follows the concrete path for about 190m past a seat
(on the left) to come to another seat
(on the left) just before the intersection[29] beside James Wheeler Place, marked by a ‘South Creek Reserve’ sign[30] (on the left).
[79] to find the ‘Jamieson Park Trail Entry’ post[80]. The walking continues along the wide gravel track for 30m, to pass the ‘Jamieson Park’[81] to then come to a 3-way intersection[82] (with a concrete track and picnic area[83]
on the left).
[86] (on the right), (and past the other picnic facilities
) as the path then bends right and leads beside the lagoon for about 80m to come to, then cross a small creek on a narrow (1.07m wide[87]) timber footbridge[88] with metal handrails (1.02m high[89]. On the other side of the bridge this walk leads past a picnic table
[90] to come beside the boat ramp[91] at the end of Jamison Park car park.
Turn right: From just beside the boat ramp[92] at the end of Jamison Park car park, this walk follows the footpath gently uphill towards the sailing club. After about 20m this walk passes a picnic table
[93], BBQ
[94], as well at the accessible
and public toilets
[95] (in the ‘Narrabeen Lakes sailing Club’ building). The walk continues along the footpath for just over 100m, as it leads behind the club building, past another picnic table
[96], to come to a T-intersection beside the ‘Water Refill Jamison Park’
[97] station. Now Turn left to rejoin the main walk .
[104] station.
and is home to the ‘Narrabeen Lakes Sailing Club’[106]. There is a boat ramp, picnic tables
, BBQ’s
, drinking fountain
, public
and accessible toilets
. A pleasant area to enjoy the lagoon.
[107] station), this walk heads along the wide concrete footpath 30m towards the road, to pass the large ‘Narrabeen Lagoon Trail’ sign[108] then cross ‘The Esplanade’ at the main entrance to Jamison Park.
Continue straight: From the entrance to ‘Jamison Park’, this walk follow the footpath out of the park keeping ‘The Esplanade’ to the right[109]. The path leads between the lagoon and the road for about 130m to pass the end of ‘Nioka Rd’. The walk continues beside the lagoon for another 250m to find a green timber bench seat
[110], then just 100m later to find another metal[111] and timber seat
[112]. The walk continues along the footpath for 70m to pass a roundabout, then past some houses to turn left onto the footpath beside ‘Lakeside Rd’[113]. The walk continues beside ‘Lakeside Rd’ for about 70m to come to the ‘water refill’ station
and bench seat
beside the footpath. A great fenced and shaded children’s playground[116] as well as rubbish bins[117]. Behind the playground is a sheltered BBQ
and sheltered picnic tables
(as well as some other unsheltered picnic tables) beside the open grassy area[118].
[119] beside the playground[120] at Wheeler Park (Lakeside Rd Narrabeen), this walk follows the footpath, past the garbage bins and seat
, initially keeping the road to the right. After about 25m this walk leads past the large ‘Narrabeen Lagoon Trail’ sign[121] to continue for just shy of 100m past the scout hall[122] to head between the timber bollards[123] (1.2m wide and 1m high). The walk continues along the footpath for another 50m to pass the end of ‘Devitt St’[124], then continues for another 120m to come to a seat
[125] (on the left) at the end of ‘Roberston St’. From here this walk continues straight, following the ‘Berry Reserve 500m’[126] arrow along the footpath for 90m to pass another bench seat
[127] (on the left) and continues for another 80m to come to the ‘Pro-kayaks’[128] and the ‘The Boatshed’ cafe[129] (on the right), beside the lagoon.
[135]). After about 40m the path leads past the end of ‘Narrabeen St’[136] and past the seat
[137] (on the left) then continues for just shy of 200m beside the lagoon, through the casuarina grove, to find a picnic table
[138] (on the left). About 45m further along this path this walk passes a BBQ shelter
[139] then continues for another 70m through the open park (beside the car park) to come to the ‘Narrabeen Lagoon Trail – Berry Reserve’ signposted intersection (beside the exercise equipment [140]).
[141] , picnic tables
, 2hr car parking
, short basketball court[142], exercise area[143], garbage bins[144], and sheltered BBQs
. There are a wide range of shops within 100m along Pittwater Rd as well as bus stops. warringah.nsw.gov.au
Berry Markets are held on the 3rd Sunday of every month. It is a busy time with around 80 stalls offering arts & crafts, home wares & fashion as well as yummy food.
[152][153][154] as the path bends right and headhill up to a T-intersection with another footpath beside Pittwater Road[155].
(one on each side of the track) to then cross a concrete ford with 57cm high timber guiding (2.6m wide)[174]. From the ford the track heads gently uphill to pass the exercise area[175] (on the right). Here this walk flattens and continues for another 130m passing a scattering of picnic tables (on both sides of the path)
, a drinking fountain (on the left)
, a double BBQ (on the right) to come to Y-intersection[176] beside a picnic area with another drinking fountain
and a playground[177] (on the right).
.
and continues for about 40m to cross a flat fiber glass bridge (6m long, 2.6m wide, no handrails)[184] over a small creek. This walk heads below the carpark[185] for about 90m to just before the boat ramp[186] where there’s a 1.8m high shower (on the left)[187]. (Opposite the canoe ramp across the parking lot are accessible public toilets
.)
[188] bays, a space for motor bikes[189] and plenty of car parking[190]. Parking fees ($6hr) apply[191]. There is a boat ramp[192] opposite the scout hall[193]. Also beside the scout hall are accessible
public toilets[194].
, a scattering of picnic tables
, a seat
and a BBQ
(all on the left). From here this walk bends right and through the forest[195] for about 20m to lead up to a T-intersection[196] with a road (at the end of car park area).
Turn left: From the intersection, this walk heads along the road[197] past the timber bollards keeping the lagoon (through the trees) to the left. This walk continues for about 60m to come to the ‘Bilarong Sanctuary’ gate [198] (1.3m wide) at the far end of the turning circle.
(on the left) to come to a ’80’ km/h sign[208] (on the right). From the sign this walk starts to head moderately steeply downhill for about 30m to a flat fibreglass bridge[209]. From here this walk continues for the next 100m, crosses another flat fibreglass bridge [210] and follows the 80m section of timber boardwalk (1.78m wide)[211]. This walk continues along the gravel track for the next 70m, across another 12m long flat fiberglass bridge[212] to come to timber lookout[213] with 2 seats
(at time of writing the platform was closed of for repair), located by a gorgeous angophora tree[214]. This walk continues gently uphill to then pass a 15m long moderately steep dowhnill section of gravel track[215] and a flat fibreglass bridge[216]. This walk follows the gravel track for about 140m past a timber fence[217] (on the left) and a facing away ‘Welcome to Pittwater’ sign[218] (opposite the fence) to come to a Y-intersection[219] at the start of the concrete path.
. This walk now continues along the fiberglass footpath with handrails (handrails stop after 45m) for about 90m to come to another seat
(on the left). This walk then leads into a forest and zig-zags a little bit away from the Wakehurst Parkway to come to a handrailed (116cm high) lookout (on the left) with a seat
, just by the ‘Cement Works’ sign (on the left) and a shaded seat (on the right).
as a reminder of the works that were done here. There is a 1.2m high railing[227] at the main viewing area.
(on the right) and an unfenced timber viewing platform[231] (on the left) with 4 steps[232], offering beautiful views across the lagoon[233].
From beside this viewing platform this walk continues straight, along the 15m section of boardwalk with handrails[234] then another 80m of boardwalk to come to another viewing platform (on the left) and a seat
(on the right).
This walk continues along the fibreglass board for the next 140m as it meanders through the forest to come to the next viewing platform[235] (on the left) and a seat
(on the right).
From this viewing platform this walk continues along the fibreglass board for the next 120m through the forest to come to yet another viewing platform[236] (on the left) with a trip hazard
and a seat
(on the right).
From the viewing platform this walk continues along the fibreglass board and after about 70m this walk comes closer to the road and to yet another similar viewing platform[237] (on the left) and a seat
(on the right).
This walk continues along fiberglass board for the next 40m to come across a small handrailed bridge[238] then the end of the fiberglass boardwalk and a start of the gravel track[239].
This walk continues along the wide gravel track for the next 80m to come to a seat
and a timber viewing platform (on the left), marked by a ‘Middle Creek Reserve’ sign[240](on the right) and ‘The Graham Jones Track’ sign[241] on a rock (on the left) at the start of the Middle Creek Reserve.
(on the left) and 15m later a parking pay station[244] (on the left), to come to the boat ramp[245] in the middle of the Middle Creek Reserve parking area (be mindful of a ‘Give way’ sign[246] when crossing).
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.
| Mona Vale | 1:25 000 Map Series | 91301S MONA VALE | NSW-91301S |
| Sydney | 1:100 000 Map Series | 9130 SYDNEY | 9130 |
Toilets: There are 2 designated accessible toilets on this walk.
They are 6390m apart.
Seats: There are 58 places to sit on this walk.
They are on average 150m apart, with a maximum gap of 1990m.
Hazards: There are 2 specific noteable accessability related hazards on this walk.
Trip Hazard The footpath beside the Boastshed Cafe has an unfenced direct 1m drop into the lagoon. There is a white line marking the edge but no change in texture. Found about 4730m into the walk.
Trip Hazard A 15cm step on a timber viewing platform with no handrails. Found about 8290m into the walk.
Under this standard, a walk is graded based on the most difficult section of the walk.
| Length | 8.6 km | ||
| Time | 2 hrs 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, 9km is flat with no steps.
This whole walk, 9km follows a smooth and hardened path.
This whole walk, 9km is clearly signposted.
This whole walk, 9km requires no previous bushwalking experience.
This whole walk, 9km is not usually affected by severe weather events (that would unexpectedly impact safety and navigation).
This whole walk, 9km is close to useful facilities (such as fenced cliffs and seats).
A list of walks that share part of the track with the Narrabeen Lagoon Trail (from Middle Creek) walk.
A list of walks that start near the Narrabeen Lagoon Trail (from Middle Creek) walk.
8.2 km Return
3 hrs 15 mins
Moderate track
5.5 km One way
2 hrs 15 mins
Hard track
4.4 km Circuit
2 hrs
Moderate track
3.5 km Return
1 hr 30 mins
Moderate track
3.2 km One way
1 hr 30 mins
Moderate track
3 km Return
1 hr 15 mins
Moderate track
5.8 km One way
2 hrs 30 mins
Hard track
9.4 km One way
4 hrs 15 mins
Moderate track
14.6 km One way
6 hrs 30 mins
Hard track
6.6 km One way
2 hrs 45 mins
Moderate track
4.2 km One way
1 hr 45 mins
Moderate track
2.4 km Return
1 Hr
Hard track
The Narrabeen Lagoon Trail (from Middle Creek) walk starts and ends at the Middle Creek Reserve boat ramp (gps: -33.716926, 151.26987)
Your main transport option to Middle Creek Reserve boat ramp is by;
Car. Parking fees apply in the area.
(get details)
Short URL = http://wild.tl/nltmc
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 short return walk starts from the end of Grattan Crescent, Frenchs Forest and follows the service trails along the Bluff Track to the spectacular lookout perched above Bantry Bay. There is an optional side trip down the into the valley to the Natural Bridge, which is a interesting natural rock archway bridging a creek.
You can download the PDF for this walk to print a map.
These maps below cover the walk and the wider area around the walk, they are worth carrying for safety reasons.
| Parramatta River | 1:25 000 Map Series | 91303N PARRAMATTA RIVER | NSW-91303N |
| Sydney | 1:100 000 Map Series | 9130 SYDNEY | 9130 |
Under this standard, a walk is graded based on the most difficult section of the walk.
| Length | 986 m | ||
| Time | 30 mins | ||
| . | |||
| Grade 3/6 Moderate track |
AS 2156.1 | Gradient | Gentle hills with occasional steps (2/6) |
| Quality of track | Formed track, with some branches and other obstacles (3/6) | ||
| 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
Around 290m of this walk has gentle hills with occasional steps, whilst the remaining 210m is flat with no steps.
290m of this walk follows a smooth and hardened path and another 160m follows a formed track, with some branches and other obstacles. The remaining (50m) follows a clear and well formed track or trail.
Around 440m of this walk is clearly signposted, whilst the remaining 50m has directional signs at most intersection.
This whole walk, 490m requires no previous bushwalking experience.
This whole walk, 490m is not usually affected by severe weather events (that would unexpectedly impact safety and navigation).
Around 290m of this walk is close to useful facilities (such as fenced cliffs and seats), whilst the remaining 210m has limited facilities (such as not all cliffs fenced).
A list of walks that share part of the track with the The Bluff Track walk.
3.7 km Return
1 hr 30 mins
Hard track
4.6 km One way
2 hrs
Hard track
10 km One way
4 hrs 30 mins
Hard track
10 km One way
4 hrs
Hard track
22.6 km One way
9 hrs 45 mins
Hard track
A list of walks that start near the The Bluff Track walk.
4.5 km Return
1 hr 30 mins
Hard track
7.2 km One way
3 hrs
Moderate track
11.2 km One way
4 hrs 30 mins
Hard track
3.4 km One way
1 hr 30 mins
Moderate track
1.4 km Return
45 mins
Moderate track
7 km Return
3 hrs 45 mins
Moderate track
7 km Circuit
2 hrs 30 mins
Hard track
3.8 km One way
1 hr 45 mins
Hard track
14.1 km One way
5 hrs 30 mins
Moderate track
15.1 km Circuit
5 hrs 45 mins
Experienced only
5.3 km Return
2 hrs
Moderate track
516 m Return
20 mins
Moderate track
The The Bluff Track walk starts and ends at the End of Grattan Crescent (gps: -33.763039, 151.22935)
Your transport options to End of Grattan Crescent are by;
Bus. (get details)
Car. There is free parking available.
(get details)
Short URL = http://wild.tl/tbt
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 🙂
Starting at Cook Street in Forestville, this walk follows service trails and bush tracks through Garigal National Park, to the Natural Bridge. The walk uses the arch as a natural bridge to cross the creek. The rock formation is the main highlight of this walk, though the wild flower displays in the warmer months can be quite spectacular as well.
You can download the PDF for this walk to print a map.
These maps below cover the walk and the wider area around the walk, they are worth carrying for safety reasons.
| Parramatta River | 1:25 000 Map Series | 91303N PARRAMATTA RIVER | NSW-91303N |
| Sydney | 1:100 000 Map Series | 9130 SYDNEY | 9130 |
Under this standard, a walk is graded based on the most difficult section of the walk.
| Length | 1.4 km | ||
| Time | 45 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 | 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
Around 540m of this walk has short steep hills, whilst the remaining 180m is flat with no steps.
Around 470m of this walk follows a clear and well formed track or trail, whilst the remaining 250m follows a formed track, with some branches and other obstacles.
Around 440m of this walk is clearly signposted, whilst the remaining 290m has directional signs at most intersection.
This whole walk, 720m requires no previous bushwalking experience.
This whole walk, 720m is not usually affected by severe weather events (that would unexpectedly impact safety and navigation).
Around 470m of this walk is close to useful facilities (such as fenced cliffs and seats), whilst the remaining 250m has limited facilities (such as not all cliffs fenced).
A list of walks that share part of the track with the Natural Bridge Walk walk.
3.4 km One way
1 hr 30 mins
Moderate track
3.7 km Return
1 hr 30 mins
Hard track
4.5 km Return
1 hr 30 mins
Hard track
4.6 km One way
2 hrs
Hard track
7.2 km One way
3 hrs
Moderate track
10 km One way
4 hrs 30 mins
Hard track
10 km One way
4 hrs
Hard track
11.2 km One way
4 hrs 30 mins
Hard track
22.6 km One way
9 hrs 45 mins
Hard track
A list of walks that start near the Natural Bridge Walk walk.
7 km Circuit
2 hrs 30 mins
Hard track
3.8 km One way
1 hr 45 mins
Hard track
14.1 km One way
5 hrs 30 mins
Moderate track
986 m Return
30 mins
Moderate track
15.1 km Circuit
5 hrs 45 mins
Experienced only
5.3 km Return
2 hrs
Moderate track
7 km Return
3 hrs 45 mins
Moderate track
516 m Return
20 mins
Moderate track
11.5 km One way
4 hrs 30 mins
Hard track
6.7 km Circuit
2 hrs 45 mins
Moderate track
2.2 km One way
45 mins
Moderate track
5.4 km Return
3 hrs
Hard track
The Natural Bridge Walk walk starts and ends at the Bend in Cook St (gps: -33.767246, 151.21897)
Your transport options to Bend in Cook St are by;
Bus. (get details)
Car. There is free parking available.
(get details)
Short URL = http://wild.tl/nbw
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 🙂
Starting at Seaforth Oval, this walk explores the historic logging track that heads down to the picnic area on the eastern shore of Banty Bay. The picnic area is a great spot to relax and enjoy the water, and bush views, before heading back up to Seaforth oval. This is just one section of the greater Harbour to Hawkesbury walk.
You can download the PDF for this walk to print a map.
These maps below cover the walk and the wider area around the walk, they are worth carrying for safety reasons.
| Parramatta River | 1:25 000 Map Series | 91303N PARRAMATTA RIVER | NSW-91303N |
| Sydney | 1:100 000 Map Series | 9130 SYDNEY | 9130 |
Under this standard, a walk is graded based on the most difficult section of the walk.
| Length | 1.8 km | ||
| Time | 1 Hr | ||
| . | |||
| Grade 4/6 Hard track |
AS 2156.1 | Gradient | Very steep (4/6) |
| Quality of track | Formed track, with some branches and other obstacles (3/6) | ||
| Signs | Clearly signposted (1/6) | ||
| 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) |
Here is a bit more details explaining grading looking at sections of the walk
Around 510m of this walk is very steep, whilst the remaining 380m has short steep hills.
Around 510m of this walk follows a formed track, with some branches and other obstacles, whilst the remaining 380m follows a clear and well formed track or trail.
This whole walk, 890m is clearly signposted.
Around 510m of this walk requires some bushwalking experience, whilst the remaining 380m requires no previous bushwalking experience.
This whole walk, 890m is not usually affected by severe weather events (that would unexpectedly impact safety and navigation).
This whole walk, 890m is close to useful facilities (such as fenced cliffs and seats).
A list of walks that share part of the track with the Timber Getters Track walk.
2.2 km One way
45 mins
Moderate track
4.6 km One way
2 hrs
Hard track
5.4 km Return
3 hrs
Hard track
10 km One way
4 hrs 30 mins
Hard track
10 km One way
4 hrs
Hard track
22.6 km One way
9 hrs 45 mins
Hard track
A list of walks that start near the Timber Getters Track walk.
516 m Return
20 mins
Moderate track
7.3 km Circuit
3 hrs
Moderate track
3.2 km Return
1 hr 30 mins
Moderate track
3.1 km One way
2 hrs
Moderate track
986 m Return
30 mins
Moderate track
9.1 km One way
3 hrs 45 mins
Moderate track
3.4 km One way
1 hr 30 mins
Moderate track
1.4 km Return
45 mins
Moderate track
8.7 km Circuit
4 hrs
Moderate track
6.1 km One way
2 hrs 30 mins
Hard track
4.5 km Return
1 hr 30 mins
Hard track
7.2 km One way
3 hrs
Moderate track
The Timber Getters Track walk starts and ends at the Seaforth Oval (gps: -33.781957, 151.23724)
Your transport options to Seaforth Oval are by;
Bus. (get details)
Car. There is free parking available.
(get details)
Short URL = http://wild.tl/ttt
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 starts at John Oxley Drive, and is popular with people working on their fitness. The walk follows a service trail which is initially dirt, but is sealed for most of the way, as it follows the pipeline steeply down to Middle Harbour Creek. Enjoy the view from the bank of the creek before the climb back up.
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.
| Hornsby | 1:25 000 Map Series | 91304S HORNSBY | NSW-91304S |
| 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 | 2 km | ||
| Time | 1 hr 15 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 | Storms may impact on navigation and safety (3/6) | ||
| 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, 1000m is very steep.
This whole walk, 1000m follows a clear and well formed track or trail.
This whole walk, 1000m has directional signs at most intersection.
This whole walk, 1000m requires some bushwalking experience.
This whole walk, 1000m is affected by storms that may impact your navigation and safety.
This whole walk, 1000m has limited facilities (such as not all cliffs fenced).
A list of walks that share part of the track with the Davidson Track walk.
3.8 km One way
1 hr 30 mins
Hard track
4.7 km One way
2 hrs 15 mins
Hard track
5.8 km One way
2 hrs 30 mins
Hard track
7 km Return
3 hrs 45 mins
Moderate track
A list of walks that start near the Davidson Track walk.
2.6 km One way
1 hr 15 mins
Hard track
3 km Return
1 hr 15 mins
Moderate track
3.6 km Return
1 hr 30 mins
Hard track
3 km Return
1 hr 30 mins
Moderate track
3.5 km Circuit
1 hr 30 mins
Hard track
6 km One way
2 hrs 45 mins
Hard track
6.8 km One way
3 hrs
Experienced only
15.1 km Circuit
5 hrs 45 mins
Experienced only
5.3 km Return
2 hrs
Moderate track
9 km One way
4 hrs
Hard track
4.7 km Return
2 hrs
Moderate track
3.8 km One way
1 hr 45 mins
Hard track
The Davidson Track walk starts and ends at the John Oxley Drive (Sth of Prahran Ave) (gps: -33.747029, 151.19987)
Your transport options to John Oxley Drive (Sth of Prahran Ave) are by;
Bus. (get details)
Car. There is free parking available.
(get details)
Short URL = http://wild.tl/j
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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 🙂
Starting at Seaforth Oval, this walk follows the Engravings track parallel to the Wakehurst Parkway to the end of Bantry Bay Road, Forestville. The first half of the walk is along bush track and the second half follows a service trail. The engravings, after which this track is named, are fenced off to protect the area, the fence limits the view of the rock platform and engravings.
You can download the PDF for this walk to print a map.
These maps below cover the walk and the wider area around the walk, they are worth carrying for safety reasons.
| Parramatta River | 1:25 000 Map Series | 91303N PARRAMATTA RIVER | NSW-91303N |
| Sydney | 1:100 000 Map Series | 9130 SYDNEY | 9130 |
Under this standard, a walk is graded based on the most difficult section of the walk.
| Length | 2.2 km | ||
| Time | 45 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 | 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
1.3km of this walk is flat with no steps and another 760m has gentle hills with occasional steps. The remaining (45m) has short steep hills.
Around 1.4km of this walk follows a clear and well formed track or trail, whilst the remaining 760m follows a formed track, with some branches and other obstacles.
Around 1.3km of this walk is clearly signposted, whilst the remaining 850m has directional signs at most intersection.
This whole walk, 2.2km requires no previous bushwalking experience.
This whole walk, 2.2km is not usually affected by severe weather events (that would unexpectedly impact safety and navigation).
This whole walk, 2.2km is close to useful facilities (such as fenced cliffs and seats).
A list of walks that share part of the track with the Engravings Track walk.
1.8 km Return
1 Hr
Hard track
4.6 km One way
2 hrs
Hard track
5.4 km Return
3 hrs
Hard track
10 km One way
4 hrs 30 mins
Hard track
10 km One way
4 hrs
Hard track
22.6 km One way
9 hrs 45 mins
Hard track
A list of walks that start near the Engravings Track walk.
516 m Return
20 mins
Moderate track
7.3 km Circuit
3 hrs
Moderate track
3.2 km Return
1 hr 30 mins
Moderate track
3.1 km One way
2 hrs
Moderate track
986 m Return
30 mins
Moderate track
9.1 km One way
3 hrs 45 mins
Moderate track
3.4 km One way
1 hr 30 mins
Moderate track
1.4 km Return
45 mins
Moderate track
8.7 km Circuit
4 hrs
Moderate track
6.1 km One way
2 hrs 30 mins
Hard track
4.5 km Return
1 hr 30 mins
Hard track
7.2 km One way
3 hrs
Moderate track
The Engravings Track walk starts at the Seaforth Oval (gps: -33.781957, 151.23724)
Your transport options to Seaforth Oval are by;
Bus. (get details)
Car. There is free parking available.
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The Engravings Track ends at the End of Bantry Bay Road (gps: -33.764211, 151.23209)
Your transport options to End of Bantry Bay Road are by;
Bus. (get details)
Car. There is free parking available.
(get details)
Short URL = http://wild.tl/et
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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 walk follows Moores Creek through several reserves in east Roseville and East Lindfield. The track is named after Australia’s 7th Prime Minster, who once lived in the area. The walk explores the ferns and sandstone overhangs of the area, and there are several small waterfalls on Moore creek, which are worth the very short detour to visit. Officially, the Little Digger track finishes near the bottom of the Carlyle road service trail, but we included this section to get back to the road.
You can download the PDF for this walk to print a map.
These maps below cover the walk and the wider area around the walk, they are worth carrying for safety reasons.
| Parramatta River | 1:25 000 Map Series | 91303N PARRAMATTA RIVER | NSW-91303N |
| Sydney | 1:100 000 Map Series | 9130 SYDNEY | 9130 |
Under this standard, a walk is graded based on the most difficult section of the walk.
| Length | 2.2 km | ||
| Time | 1 Hr | ||
| . | |||
| 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 | Clearly signposted (1/6) | ||
| Experience Required | Some bushwalking experience recommended (3/6) | ||
| Weather | Storms may impact on navigation and safety (3/6) | ||
| Infrastructure | Limited facilities, not all cliffs are fenced (3/6) |
Here is a bit more details explaining grading looking at sections of the walk
1.6km of this walk has short steep hills and another 360m has gentle hills with occasional steps. The remaining (220m) is flat with no steps.
1km of this walk follows a clear and well formed track or trail and another 790m follows a formed track, with some branches and other obstacles. The remaining (360m) follows a smooth and hardened path.
This whole walk, 2.2km is clearly signposted.
Around 1.7km of this walk requires no previous bushwalking experience, whilst the remaining 500m requires some bushwalking experience.
Around 2.1km of this walk is not usually affected by severe weather events (that would unexpectedly impact safety and navigation), whilst the remaining 90m is affected by storms that may impact your navigation and safety.
Around 1.6km of this walk is close to useful facilities (such as fenced cliffs and seats), whilst the remaining 550m has limited facilities (such as not all cliffs fenced).
A list of walks that share part of the track with the Little Digger Track walk.
6.7 km Circuit
2 hrs 45 mins
Moderate track
11.5 km One way
4 hrs 30 mins
Hard track
A list of walks that start near the Little Digger Track walk.
6 km One way
2 hrs 30 mins
Hard track
8.9 km One way
3 hrs 30 mins
Hard track
6.1 km One way
2 hrs 30 mins
Moderate track
15.1 km Circuit
5 hrs 45 mins
Experienced only
5.3 km Return
2 hrs
Moderate track
14.1 km One way
5 hrs 30 mins
Moderate track
3.8 km One way
1 hr 45 mins
Hard track
7 km Circuit
2 hrs 30 mins
Hard track
5.4 km One way
2 hrs
Hard track
16.3 km One way
6 hrs
Hard track
18.1 km One way
6 hrs 45 mins
Hard track
3.3 km Circuit
1 hr 30 mins
Moderate track
The Little Digger Track walk starts at the Int of Amarna Pde and Roseville Ave (gps: -33.778381, 151.18655)
Your transport options to Int of Amarna Pde and Roseville Ave are by;
Bus. (get details)
Car. There is free parking available.
(get details)
The Little Digger Track ends at the Carlyle Rd (gps: -33.768965, 151.19267)
Your transport options to Carlyle Rd are by;
Bus. (get details)
Car. There is free parking available.
(get details)
Short URL = http://wild.tl/ldt
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 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 be very interesting to explore.
You can download the PDF for this walk to print a map.
These maps below cover the walk and the wider area around the walk, they are worth carrying for safety reasons.
| Parramatta River | 1:25 000 Map Series | 91303N PARRAMATTA RIVER | NSW-91303N |
| Sydney | 1:100 000 Map Series | 9130 SYDNEY | 9130 |
Under this standard, a walk is graded based on the most difficult section of the walk.
| Length | 2.6 km | ||
| Time | 1 hr 15 mins | ||
| . | |||
| Grade 4/6 Hard track |
AS 2156.1 | Gradient | Very steep (4/6) |
| 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
1.9km of this walk has short steep hills and another 530m is very steep. The remaining (150m) has gentle hills with occasional steps.
Around 1.9km of this walk follows a formed track, with some branches and other obstacles, whilst the remaining 710m follows a clear and well formed track or trail.
Around 2.4km of this walk has directional signs at most intersection, whilst the remaining 240m is clearly signposted.
Around 2.4km of this walk requires some bushwalking experience, whilst the remaining 240m requires no previous bushwalking experience.
This whole walk, 2.6km is not usually affected by severe weather events (that would unexpectedly impact safety and navigation).
Around 1.9km of this walk has limited facilities (such as not all cliffs fenced), whilst the remaining 710m is close to useful facilities (such as fenced cliffs and seats).
A list of walks that share part of the track with the East Killara Bushtrack walk.
6 km One way
2 hrs 45 mins
Hard track
6.8 km One way
3 hrs
Experienced only
15.1 km Circuit
5 hrs 45 mins
Experienced only
A list of walks that start near the East Killara Bushtrack walk.
2 km Return
1 hr 15 mins
Hard track
3.8 km One way
1 hr 30 mins
Hard track
3.6 km Return
1 hr 30 mins
Hard track
3 km Return
1 hr 30 mins
Moderate track
3.5 km Circuit
1 hr 30 mins
Hard track
3 km Return
1 hr 15 mins
Moderate track
5.8 km One way
2 hrs 30 mins
Hard track
7 km Return
3 hrs 45 mins
Moderate track
9 km One way
4 hrs
Hard track
4.7 km Return
2 hrs
Moderate track
4.7 km One way
2 hrs 15 mins
Hard track
5.3 km Return
2 hrs
Moderate track
The East Killara Bushtrack walk starts at the Koola Ave (gps: -33.75027, 151.18815)
Your transport options to Koola Ave are by;
Bus. (get details)
Car. There is free parking available.
(get details)
The East Killara Bushtrack ends at the End of Barrie Street (gps: -33.756866, 151.18756)
Your transport options to End of Barrie Street are by;
Bus. (get details)
Car. There is free parking available.
(get details)
Short URL = http://wild.tl/ekb
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 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 crossing the creek.
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.
| Hornsby | 1:25 000 Map Series | 91304S HORNSBY | NSW-91304S |
| 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 | 3 km | ||
| Time | 1 hr 30 mins | ||
| . | |||
| Grade 3/6 Moderate track |
AS 2156.1 | Gradient | Short steep hills (3/6) |
| Quality of track | Clear and well formed track or trail (2/6) | ||
| Signs | Directional signs along the way (3/6) | ||
| Experience Required | 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
760m of this walk has short steep hills and another 490m has gentle hills with occasional steps. The remaining (240m) is flat with no steps.
This whole walk, 1.5km follows a clear and well formed track or trail.
Around 1.1km of this walk has directional signs at most intersection, whilst the remaining 390m is clearly signposted.
This whole walk, 1.5km requires no previous bushwalking experience.
This whole walk, 1.5km is not usually affected by severe weather events (that would unexpectedly impact safety and navigation).
This whole walk, 1.5km is close to useful facilities (such as fenced cliffs and seats).
A list of walks that share part of the track with the Founders Way walk.
3.5 km Circuit
1 hr 30 mins
Hard track
3.6 km Return
1 hr 30 mins
Hard track
4.7 km Return
2 hrs
Moderate track
4.7 km One way
2 hrs 15 mins
Hard track
6.8 km One way
3 hrs
Experienced only
9 km One way
4 hrs
Hard track
15.1 km Circuit
5 hrs 45 mins
Experienced only
A list of walks that start near the Founders Way walk.
6 km One way
2 hrs 45 mins
Hard track
2.6 km One way
1 hr 15 mins
Hard track
2 km Return
1 hr 15 mins
Hard track
3.8 km One way
1 hr 30 mins
Hard track
3 km Return
1 hr 15 mins
Moderate track
5.8 km One way
2 hrs 30 mins
Hard track
3.5 km Return
1 hr 30 mins
Moderate track
3.2 km One way
1 hr 30 mins
Moderate track
5.5 km One way
2 hrs 15 mins
Hard track
4.4 km Circuit
2 hrs
Moderate track
5.5 km Return
2 hrs
Moderate track
12.2 km One way
4 hrs 30 mins
Hard track
The Founders Way walk starts and ends at the Int of Hunter Ave and Founders Way (gps: -33.743155, 151.17616)
Your transport options to Int of Hunter Ave and Founders Way are by;
Bus. (get details)
Car. There is free parking available.
(get details)
Short URL = http://wild.tl/fw
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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, return walk starts in Davidson and follows the Cascades Track along the management trails as it winds down into the valley. In the main valley, the walk comes to the Cascades just upstream of the Frenchs and Middle Harbour Creeks junction. The Cascades are surrounded by rock platforms, which make the perfect vantage points to stop and enjoy a picnic lunch.
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.
| Hornsby | 1:25 000 Map Series | 91304S HORNSBY | NSW-91304S |
| 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 | 3 km | ||
| Time | 1 hr 15 mins | ||
| . | |||
| Grade 3/6 Moderate track |
AS 2156.1 | Gradient | Short steep hills (3/6) |
| Quality of track | Clear and well formed track or trail (2/6) | ||
| Signs | Directional signs along the way (3/6) | ||
| Experience Required | 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
Around 950m of this walk has short steep hills, whilst the remaining 570m has gentle hills with occasional steps.
This whole walk, 1.5km follows a clear and well formed track or trail.
Around 950m of this walk is clearly signposted, whilst the remaining 570m has directional signs at most intersection.
This whole walk, 1.5km requires no previous bushwalking experience.
This whole walk, 1.5km is not usually affected by severe weather events (that would unexpectedly impact safety and navigation).
Around 950m of this walk is close to useful facilities (such as fenced cliffs and seats), whilst the remaining 570m has limited facilities (such as not all cliffs fenced).
A list of walks that share part of the track with the Cascades Track (from Davidson) walk.
3.2 km One way
1 hr 30 mins
Moderate track
5.8 km One way
2 hrs 30 mins
Hard track
A list of walks that start near the Cascades Track (from Davidson) walk.
2 km Return
1 hr 15 mins
Hard track
3.8 km One way
1 hr 30 mins
Hard track
8.2 km Return
3 hrs 15 mins
Moderate track
3.6 km Return
1 hr 30 mins
Hard track
3 km Return
1 hr 30 mins
Moderate track
3.5 km Circuit
1 hr 30 mins
Hard track
2.6 km One way
1 hr 15 mins
Hard track
9 km One way
4 hrs
Hard track
4.7 km Return
2 hrs
Moderate track
4.7 km One way
2 hrs 15 mins
Hard track
5.5 km One way
2 hrs 15 mins
Hard track
4.4 km Circuit
2 hrs
Moderate track
The Cascades Track (from Davidson) walk starts and ends at the Stone Pde (gps: -33.737283, 151.19618)
Your transport options to Stone Pde are by;
Bus. (get details)
Car. There is free parking available.
(get details)
Short URL = http://wild.tl/ctd
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 🙂
Download & Print Map and Notes
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