List of Bushwalks in Kurnell

Starting at Kurnell Visitor Centre this circuit walk will guide you past several areas' historic sites explained with interpretive signs, including the welcome wall, the freshwater stream, the meeting place, Banks’ Memorial, Ferry Shelter Shed and Captain Cook’s Landing Place. A large part of the walk is wheelchair-accessible. Let us begin by acknowledging the Dharawal people, Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Burrawang Walk

1.4 km circuit

20 min to 40 min

Ruins

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Urban

Following the service trails, this track covers many of the major walking tracks on Botany Bay's south side. Thick eucalypts and ferns surround the trail and there are great views from the Yena Picnic Area - a good place to break, (although it lacks shade). This walk is a nice way to explore a fair bit of the park. Let us begin by acknowledging the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Muru and Yena Tracks

2.6 km circuit

1 h to 1 h 30 min

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Cape Baily Track from Cape Solander Lookout

Cape Baily Track from Cape Solander Lookout

4.1 km oneway

1 h 30 min to 3 h

This walk starts at the end of Cape Solander Dr and heads south along the coast to the end of Sir Joseph Banks Dr, in the Boat Harbour Coastal Reserve. The walk explores a vast array of environments including sand dunes, hanging swamps, rock platforms and dense heath. The Baily Lighthouse is a highlight and a nice place to rest. There are also city views from the top of a few of the sand dunes. Let us begin by acknowledging the Dharawal people, Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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This walk follows the coast southward from the end of Cape Solander Drive, along the Cape Baily Track. Exploring a number of gaps, sand dunes and hanging swamps; it also visits a light house. As it rounds the headland and winds down to the beach at Boat Harbour Aquatic Reserve, take your time and enjoy the panoramic views over the pacific. Let us begin by acknowledging the Dharawal people, Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Cape Baily Coastal Walk

5.1 km oneway

1 h 45 min to 2 h 30 min

Cape Baily Coastal Walk

5.1 km

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Walk

1 h 45 min to 2 h 30 min

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This is an interesting walk, starting from Kurnell and following a series of bush tracks and service trails along the coast, with great ocean views. The walk offers some great views of the coast, city, and some great local landscapes, including sand dunes and hanging swamps. The small side trip up to the Cape Bailey lighthouse is well worth it and provides a nice spot for lunch. Let us begin by acknowledging the Dharawal people, Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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The Cape Bailey Walk

5.1 km oneway

1 h 45 min to 3 h 30 min

1 h 45 min to 3 h 30 min

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Cape Baily Lighthouse from Cape Solander Dr

Cape Baily Lighthouse from Cape Solander Dr

5.5 km return

2 h to 4 h

Following the cliff line of Kurnell, looking out onto the South Pacific Ocean, this is one of the most secluded walks in Botany Bay National Park. The coastline is a popular whale watching spot during the spring. This area provides great views along the coast and out to sea. Baily Lighthouse is a great spot to sit and enjoy the views. Let us begin by acknowledging the Dharawal people, Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Cape Baily Coastline: Kurnell Visitor Centre to Boat Harbour Reserve

Cape Baily Coastline: Kurnell Visitor Centre to Boat Harbour Reserve

5.9 km oneway

2 h to 2 h 30 min

This walk starts from Kurnell's Botany Bay Visitor Centre and heads south through the national park. The track winds through dry gum forest until it breaks out into heath, joining onto the Cape Baily walking track. As it continues south, through small sand dunes and in between hanging swamps, the track winds in and out of the cliff top coastline to the end of the Sir Joseph Banks drive. The side trip up to the Cape Baily Lighthouse is well worth the small climb. Let us begin by acknowledging the Dharawal people, Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Cape Baily Lighthouse from Polo Street

Cape Baily Lighthouse from Polo Street

7.7 km return

2 h 15 min to 2 h 30 min

7.7 km

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Walk

2 h 15 min to 2 h 30 min

This great return walk follows the Cape Baily walking track as it winds along the coast, through thick heath and small sand dunes, to the Cape Baily Lighthouse, with great ocean views all the way. Also of interest is the wide variety of flora and fauna that can be found on this walk, from a number of different types of reptiles and amphibians to the hanging swamps and wild flowers (in spring). There is even some good whale watching opportunities in June, July, Sept and Oct. Let us begin by acknowledging the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Shelly Park to Greenhills Beach

Shelly Park to Greenhills Beach

7.9 km return

2 h to 3 h 15 min

Shelly Park to Greenhills Beach walk is a return walk starting from Ewos Parade, Cronulla, featuring the sole dog-friendly ocean beach in Sydney. This coastal walk passes by many cafes and toilets along the way, along with the swimming opportunity at Greenhills Beach and Shelly Park Ocean Pool (no dogs). There is a designated off-leash area within Greenhills Beach, but your buddy needs to be on-leash everywhere else. Enjoy the panoramic views of the ocean and take in the fresh sea air, but be aware of the high tide, rips and currents. Keep in mind that Greenhills Beach is open to dogs from 16:00 to 10:00 every day (daylight savings). Let us begin by acknowledging the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Swim

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Urban

Botany Bay Discovery Centre to Cape Baily

Botany Bay Discovery Centre to Cape Baily

9.1 km return

2 h 45 min to 3 h

This walk explores the heath and the great views between the Visitor Center and Cape Baily Lighthouse. The walk follows a mixture of service trails, bush tracks, rock platforms and sand dunes, as it makes it's way through the park. You will discover expansive views of the park and out to sea. There are even the occasional glimpses of the city. Let us begin by acknowledging the Dharawal people, Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Cape Baily Lighthouse from Kurnell Visitor Centre

Cape Baily Lighthouse from Kurnell Visitor Centre

9.2 km return

2 h 45 min to 3 h

This great return walk starts from the visitor centre in Kurnell, and follows a series of bush tracks and service trails, that wind south through wooded forest, to the Cape Baily walking track. At about halfway, the track breaks into heath, winding in between hanging swamps and along the cliff tops to the Cape Baily Lighthouse. The lighthouse is a great spot for lunch before the return journey. Let us begin by acknowledging the Dharawal people, Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Cronulla to Botany Bay Discovery Centre

Cronulla to Botany Bay Discovery Centre

13.4 km oneway

4 h to 4 h 30 min

This coastal walk starts from Cronulla station and follows the beaches around to the Boat Harbour Aquatic reserve, then continues along the Cape Bailey walk, winding through thick heath and between hanging swamps. The walk finishes at the Botany Bay Discovery Centre. There is an alternate exit to the end of Polo street for those wishing to exit outside the park. There is a good, optional side trip up to the Cape Bailey lighthouse. Let us begin by acknowledging the Dharawal people, Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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