Eastwood to Thornleigh

Track Notes Turn by turn instructions & maps

Getting started
From the east side of Eastwood Railway Station, this walk heads east along Ethel Street and left into Blaxland Road. At the traffic lights at Balaclava Road, this walk turns right then immediately left Vimiera Road. As Vimiera Rd bends to the right (about 100m past Vanimo Place), this walk turns left onto a bridge, crossing Terry's Creek. This takes the walk onto a corner of Davis Avenue. The walk turns right and heads north-west along Davis Avenue, soon coming to Forrester Park.....

An optional side trip to Terrys Creek Waterfall.

Turn map	Directions & comments
	From the Eastwood station Start heading along Eastwood station (a footpath). Then head through the tunnel (about 10 m long)
	From the Eastwood station turn right. Eastwood Park (about 95 m back from the start). After 100 m pass a seat (8 m on your left). After another 30 m pass the shelter (15 m on your left).
	After another 8 m (from the Railway Parade) turn left, to head along Railway Parade (a highway\|tertiary). After another 10 m pass the "Yogurberry" (20 m on your right). After another 30 m pass the "Bou" (25 m on your right).
	At the intersection of Ethel Street & Railway Parade turn right, to head along Ethel Street (a residential road). After another 30 m pass the pay phone (9 m on your left). After another 20 m (at the intersection of Ethel Street & Ethel Lane) continue straight, to head along Ethel Street. After another 35 m pass the "Kuya Sushi Bar" (9 m on your right). At the intersection of Station Lane & Ethel Street continue straight, to head along Ethel Street.
	After another 250 m (at the intersection of Blaxland Road & Ethel Street) turn left, to head along Blaxland Road (a highway\|primary). After another 55 m (at the intersection of Blaxland Road & Ethel Lane) continue straight, to head along Blaxland Road. After another 55 m (at the intersection of Blaxland Road & May Street) continue straight, to head along Blaxland Road. After another 95 m (at the intersection of Blaxland Road & Lansdowne Street) continue straight, to head along Blaxland Road.
	After another 125 m (at the intersection of Blaxland Road & Balaclava Road) turn right, to head along Balaclava Road (a road).
	After another 10 m (from the Balaclava Road) turn left (a footpath).
	After another 10 m turn right.
	After another 25 m turn right.
	After another 8 m (from the Vimiera Road) turn left, to head along Vimiera Road (a highway\|tertiary). After another 6 m pass the "Moore Park" (6 m on your right). After another 15 m pass the shelter (40 m on your right). After another 75 m pass the picnic table (20 m on your right). After another 45 m pass the BBQ (25 m on your right). After another 55 m pass a seat (45 m on your right). At the intersection of Vimiera Road & Bertram Street continue straight, to head along Vimiera Road. After another 170 m (at the intersection of Vimiera Road & Vanimo Place) continue straight, to head along Vimiera Road.
	After another 90 m (from the Vimiera Road) turn left (a footpath). Then cross the bridge (about 30 m long) After another 15 m pass the "Forrester Park" (40 m on your right).
	At the intersection of Essex Street & Davis Avenue turn right, to head along Essex Street (a residential road). After another 30 m pass the "Vimera Reserve" (15 m on your right).
	After another 25 m (at the intersection of Terrys Creek Track & Essex Street) turn right, to head along Terrys Creek Track (a walking track). After another 110 m pass the sign (6 m on your left). After another 10 m pass the sign (7 m on your left). After another 750 m head into the "Forsyth Park". After another 35 m cross the ford.
	The starting point of an optional sidetrip. An optional side trip to Terrys Creek Waterfall. To start this optional side trip turn right here. On returning from this side trip continue straight when you get back to this intersection. Details below. After another 2 m turn left.
	After another 125 m continue straight.
	After another 55 m continue straight.
	After another 90 m continue straight. After another 470 m (from the Terrys Creek Track) continue straight.
	After another 75 m continue straight. After another 490 m pass the "Summerset Park" (8 m on your right).
	After another 125 m continue straight.
	After another 35 m continue straight.
	After another 205 m (from the Terrys Creek Trail) turn left, to head along Terrys Creek Trail. After another 215 m pass the emergency call device (90 m on your right). After another 70 m pass the emergency call device (35 m on your right).
	From the Terrys Creek Trail continue straight, to head along Terrys Creek Trail.
	After another 690 m (from the Terrys Creek Trail) continue straight (a highway\|cycleway). After another 55 m cross the bridge (about 15 m long) After another 35 m pass the picnic table (9 m on your right).
	Continue straight. After another 15 m continue straight. After another 35 m find the "Browns Waterhole" (15 m on your right). Browns Waterhole Browns Waterhole is a wide, shallow section of the Lane Cove River, downstream of a concrete weir. There is a concrete shared cycle/footpath crossing over the top of the weir, linking Kissing Point Road, South Turramurra to Vimiera Rd, Macquarie Park. On the western side of the waterhole, there is a picnic table and small clearing with a view over this section of the river. After another 6 m cross the bridge (about 9 m long)
	After another 10 m turn left. After another 50 m pass the "Walking and Service Trails in the Lane Cove Valley" (8 m on your right). After another 10 m pass the "The Great North Walk" (5 m on your right). After another 190 m pass the "Great North Walk".
	After another 245 m turn left. After another 35 m (from the The Step - Main loop) continue straight. After another 10 m pass the sign (on your right). After another 75 m pass the sign (on your right). Then pass the sign (7 m on your left). After another 550 m (from the Lane Cove Valley Walk) continue straight. After another 30 m pass the sign (on your right). After another 10 m pass the sign (on your right). Then pass the sign (on your right). Then pass the "The Great North Walk" (on your right).
	After another 55 m (from the Great North Walk Track) continue straight, to head along Great North Walk Track. After another 55 m pass the "Walking and Service Trails in the Lane Cove Valley" (on your right). After another 10 m pass the sign (on your left). After another 690 m cross the ford. After another 235 m (from the Great North Walk Track) continue straight, to head along Great North Walk Track. After another 70 m cross the ford. After another 20 m (from the Great North Walk Track) continue straight, to head along Great North Walk Track. After another 470 m (from the Great North Walk Track) continue straight.
	After another 590 m (from the Morona Avenue Firetrail) continue straight (a walking track). After another 6 m pass the "Walking and Service Trails in the Lane Cove Valley" (on your right). Then pass the "The Great North Walk" (on your left).
	After another 35 m continue straight. After another 40 m pass the "Depth Marker" (on your left). After another 235 m pass the "The Great North Walk" (5 m on your right). Then cross the stepping stones. After another 45 m pass the sign (6 m on your left). After another 40 m find the "Conscript Pass" (on your right). Conscript Pass Conscript Pass is a small sandstone pass between the Lane Cove River and Thornleigh, on the Great North Walk. During the 1930s, some stone steps were built through a cleft in the rock as part of a public works program, in response to the depression. The pass has two main engravings. Firstly 'Conscript Pass' is followed with a downwards pointing arrow and a series of initials and numbers. On another wall (that you face when walking up) is engraved 'B Stevens' followed a surprisingly good caricature of the then Premier of NSW, Bertram Stevens. Stevens (later knighted) replaced Jack Lang in 1932 as Premier of NSW, when Lang was dismissed by the Governor (just two months Lang after opening the Sydney Harbour Bridge).
	After another 60 m (from the Lorna Pass) turn left, to head along Lorna Pass. After another 45 m pass the "The Great North Walk" (on your left). After another 45 m pass the "The Great North Walk" (7 m on your right). After another 90 m pass the "The Great North Walk" (5 m on your right).
	After another 45 m (from the Lorna Pass) turn right. After another 55 m pass the "The Great North Walk" (on your left). After another 6 m pass the sign (on your left). Then pass the "The Great North Walk" (on your left). After another 190 m pass the "Walking and Service Trails in the Lane Cove Valley" (on your left). Then pass a seat (6 m on your right)., has a backrest. Then pass the "The Great North Walk" (on your left). After another 180 m pass the toilet (30 m on your right). 24/7
	Continue straight. After another 70 m find the "Thornleigh Oval" (10 m on your right). Thornleigh Oval Thornleigh Oval is found at the intersection of Handley and Ferguson Avenues, Thornleigh. There is a large playing field, tap water, public toilets and some shelter in the awning of the club house. The oval has a car park, and a number io signs for the Great North walk and other local tracks.
	From the Handley Avenue continue straight, to head along Handley Avenue (a residential road). After another 10 m pass the "The Great North Walk" (15 m on your right). After another 15 m pass the "The Great North Walk" (10 m on your right). After another 110 m (at the intersection of Clifford Avenue & Handley Avenue) continue straight, to head along Handley Avenue.
	After another 140 m (at the intersection of Orchard Street & Handley Avenue) turn right, to head along Orchard Street. After another 320 m pass the "The Great North Walk" (7 m on your right).
	At the intersection of Orchard Street & Station Street turn left, to head along Station Street. After another 200 m (at the intersection of Station Street & Wood Street) continue straight, to head along Station Street. After another 175 m (from the Station Street) continue straight, to head along Station Street.
	After another 20 m (from the Station Street) continue straight (a footpath). After another 40 m find the "Subway" (30 m on your right). Subway This branch of the popular sandwich chain Subway, who make a variety of subs and sandwiches as you order them. For more details contact the store on (02) 9481 4200 or visit at Shop 2, 291 Pennant Hills Rd, Thornleigh, NSW 2120. Then cross the bridge (about 100 m long) Then cross the bridge (about 85 m long) Then cross the bridge (about 6 m long) Then head down the 14 concrete steps (about 6 m long) After another 15 m pass the car park (5 m on your right).
	From the Station Street turn right, to head along Station Street (a vehicle track).
	After another 3 m (at the intersection of Railway Parade & Station Street) continue straight (a footpath). After another 65 m pass the "The Great North Walk" (on your right). After another 20 m pass the "Curl and Wisker Cafe" (on your left). T:+61 2 9484 3869 Then head up the 4 concrete steps (about 15 m long) Then find the "Zacs Great Food" (40 m on your left). Zacs Great Food This restaurant can be found on Pennont Hills road just a stones throw from the station. They are open for breakfast, lunch and dinner with a continental menu ranging from about $20. for a meal. The opening hours are from 6.oo am to 10.00 pm from Tuesdays to Saterdays, and closed Sundays and Mondays. For more information on bookings call (02) 9484 6799. Then cross the bridge Then head up the 19 concrete steps (about 8 m long) Then cross the bridge Then pass the "The Great North Walk" (on your left).
	After another 25 m come to the end. About 20 m past the end is a toilet., female. About 20 m past the end is a pay phone. About 15 m past the end is a seat., has a backrest. About 65 m past the end is "Monday Morning".
	Start. After 15 m head into the "Pembroke Park".
	After another 45 m continue straight. After another 150 m continue straight.
	After another 50 m come to the end. About 10 m past the end is "Terrys Creek Waterfall". Terrys Creek Waterfall This is a small waterfall on Terrys Creek, and makes a good spot to break from the walk. A viewpoint. Turn around and retrace your steps back the 265 m to the main route.

	Class 4/6 Hard track
Length	10.2 km
Time	3 h 30 min to 3 h 45 min

Quality of track	Formed track, with some branches and other obstacles (3/6)
Gradient	Very steep (4/6)
Signage	Directional signs along the way (3/6)
Infrastructure	Limited facilities, not all cliffs are fenced (3/6)
Experience Required	Some bushwalking experience recommended (3/6)
Weather	Storms may impact on navigation and safety (3/6)

Item	From Start	Name & link to notes
Seat	15 m	[seat]
Shelter	45 m	[shelter]
Shelter	780 m	[shelter]
Seat	950 m	[seat]
Seat	9.1 km	[seat]
Toilet	9.3 km	[toilet]
Toilet	10.2 km	[toilet]
Seat	10.2 km	[seat]

Weather & Alerts Check forecasts & closures
Weather Forecast
- Parramatta Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun Mon
  
  Tuesday 29 April
  
  23°C
  Showers developing.
  80% chance of rain
  
  Partly cloudy. The chance of fog in the outer west early this morning. High chance of showers, most likely during this afternoon and evening. The chance of a thunderstorm in the afternoon. Light winds becoming southerly 15 to 20 km/h in the middle of the day then becoming light in the evening.
  
  Fire Danger Rating: No Rating
  
  UV Alert: Sun protection 9:40am to 1:50pm, UV Index predicted to reach 4 [Moderate]
  
  Wednesday 30 April
  
  15°C → 19°C
  Showers.
  90% chance of rain
  2 → 20mm
  
  Partly cloudy. High chance of showers, most likely from the late morning. The chance of a thunderstorm. Winds south to southwesterly 25 to 35 km/h.
  
  Thursday 1 May
  
  14°C → 18°C
  Showers.
  90% chance of rain
  4 → 25mm
  
  Cloudy. Very high chance of showers. The chance of a thunderstorm. Winds southwesterly 20 to 30 km/h turning southerly 25 to 35 km/h during the morning.
  
  Friday 2 May
  
  12°C → 19°C
  Shower or two.
  70% chance of rain
  0 → 8mm
  
  Partly cloudy. High chance of showers. Winds south to southwesterly 15 to 25 km/h becoming light during the evening.
  
  Saturday 3 May
  
  13°C → 21°C
  Shower or two.
  60% chance of rain
  0 → 5mm
  
  Partly cloudy. Medium chance of showers. Winds southwesterly 15 to 20 km/h turning southeasterly during the day.
  
  Sunday 4 May
  
  13°C → 22°C
  Shower or two.
  50% chance of rain
  0 → 2mm
  
  Partly cloudy. Medium chance of showers. Light winds becoming easterly 15 to 20 km/h during the day.
  
  Monday 5 May
  
  14°C → 23°C
  Cloudy.
  30% chance of rain
  0 → 1mm
  
  Cloudy. Slight chance of a shower. Light winds becoming east to northeasterly 15 to 20 km/h during the day.
  
  Forecast data thanks to © Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Alerts
- Lane Cove National Park alerts
  Closed areas: Road closures in Lane Cove National Park
  Lane Cove Depot Road and part of Max Allen Road will be closed from 31 March 2025 to 15 September 2025 due to essential geotechnical works. Weather events may extend these works.
  The following areas will be closed to ALL pedestrians, cyclists and vehicles:
  
  Lane Cove Depot Road will have no public access.
  
  Max Allen Road will have no public access beyond Lane Cove Cafe and Office.
  
  Please follow all signs and instructions of NPWS staff and contractors. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 8448 0400.
  
  Closed areas: Toilet closures in Lane Cove National Park
  Some toilets within this park will be closed during the week, opening only on weekends, public holidays and during school holidays. The closed toilets are at:
  
  Carters Creek (Area 9)
  
  Scribbly Gums (Area 17)
  
  Haynes Flat (Area 32)
  
  Please note: This does not apply to bookings. Where there are bookings, toilets will be opened.
  For more information, please contact the NPWS Chatswood area office on 02 8448 0400.
  
  Closed areas: Sugarloaf carpark closed
  Sugarloaf carpark in Lane Cove National Park is no longer open to the public. We apologise for any inconvenience.
  For more information, please contact the NPWS Chatswood Area office on 02 8448 0400. Penalties apply for non-compliance.
  
  Other planned events: 1080 pest management
  NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service will be conducting a baiting program using manufactured baits and fresh baits containing 1080 poison (sodium fluroacetate) for the control of foxes. The program is continuous and ongoing between 1 February 2025 and 31 July 2025 in Lane Cove National Park. Don’t touch baits. Penalties apply for non-compliance.
  All baiting locations are identifiable by signs.
  Domestic pets are not permitted in NSW national parks and reserves. Pets and working dogs may be affected (1080 is lethal to cats and dogs). Pets and working dogs must be restrained or muzzled in the vicinity and must not enter the baiting location. In the event of accidental poisoning seek immediate veterinary assistance.
  For more information, contact the local park office on:
  Lane Cove 8448 0400 (business hours)
  NPWS after-hours call centre: 1300 056 294 (after hours)
  
  Alert kindly provided by © NSW Nataional Parks and Wildlife Service

Start	From the Eastwood station (-33.7900958,151.0823621)
Mode	Bus Car (There is free parking available.) Train
Finish	(-33.7319004,151.0780436)
Mode (end)	Car Shuttle Bus Car (There is free parking available.) Train

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