Roseville to Macquarie Park

Roseville to Macquarie Park

Darug Country

3 h 15 min to 3 h 30 min

8.6 km
oneway

↑ 221 m
↓ -267 m

Hard track

This walk starts at Roseville station and explores the streets and alleyways of Roseville before joining the main spine of the Great North Walk at Fullers Bridge. Here you head deeper into the bush to explore the eastern bank on the Lane Cove River. There is a great diversity of mostly dry forest and some great sandstone rock formation, as well as a side trip to Blue Hole to enjoy. Soon after Blue hole you leave the river (and GNW) to cross over De Burghs Bridge, past a few cafes and restaurants to find Macquarie Park railway station. Let us begin by acknowledging the Darug 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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Roseville Station

Looking to the Hwy from Roseville station

Roseville Shops

Alley beside James Cafe

Pedestrian Alley near Larkin Ln

Bridge between Larkin Ln and Shirley Rd

Walking along the footpath beside Shirley Rd

Shirley Rd Footpath

Big gum on Shirley St

Longford St steps

Walking long the track behind Valley View Close

Welcome to Lane Cove National Park

Narrow track beside Sugarloaf Creek

Intersection with the Blue Gum Creek Track

Clearing at the eastern end of Fullers Park

Passing under the bridge in Fullers Park

Standing tall fungus about one inch tall in Fullers Park

Fullers Park shelter

Fullers Park

Walking alongside Lady Game Drive

Fuller Bridge

The Lane Cove River from Fullers Bridge

Walking over Fullers Bridge

Koonjeree Picnic Area

Lane Cove River Weir

Downstream of the weir

The Great North Walk sign at Max Allen Drive

NPWS Centre

GreatNorth Walk sign up along Max Allen Drive

Walking along the rocky trail near Bradfield Rd

Arrow Posts near Bradfield Rd

This way up the steps

Rocky dry forest high on the ridge

Wattle

Some interesting information signs al this section of the walk

Steps leading down to a weedy gully

Steps below Fiddens Wharf Oval

Passing under a small sandstone overhang

The Lane Cove River near Fiddens Wharf

Rocky Section of track besids Lane Cove River

Grass Trees in a eucalypt forest

Interesting rock walk on the east side of the Lane Cove River

Some unfenced cliffs on the walk

A large sandstone overhang providing some shelter

A long overhang near the block

Passing through a tunnel formed by the sandstone

The GNW after a hazard reduction burn

Walking down to Blackbutt Creek

Track down to Blue Hole

Blue Hole

Intersection of the Great North Walk and Ryde Rd Access Track

Sign near the north east corner of De Burgs Bridge

Walking over De Burgs Bridge

Walking beside Lane Cove Rd

Eden Gardens

Crossing the M2

A few options for something to eat

Shell Servo

Macquarie Park railway station

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Safer Bushwalks Tips on staying safe on track
Before you start any bushwalk ensure you;
• Tell someone you trust where you are going and what to do if you are overdue
• Have adequate equipment, supplies, skills & knowledge for the whole journey
• Consider the impact of weather forecasts, park/track closures & fire dangers
• Can respond to emergencies & call for help at any point
• Are healthy and fit enough for this journey
If not, change plans and stay safe. It is okay to delay and ask people for help.

Getting There Transport options and directions

Start	(-33.7845601,151.1778439)
Mode	Bus Car (There is free parking available.) Train
Directions	From Gore Hill Freeway, M1 Turn on to Pacific Highway Offramp, M1 then drive for 560 m Turn slight right onto Pacific Highway, A1 and drive for another 2.8 km Turn right onto Boundary Street, A38 and drive for another 10 m Turn slight right onto Boundary Street, A38 and drive for another 135 m Turn left onto Hill Street and drive for another 370 m
Finish	(-33.785425,151.1284856)
Mode (end)	Car Shuttle Bus Car (Parking fees apply in the area.)

Track Notes Turn by turn instructions & maps

Getting started
From the small shop on the bridge over Roseville Station, this walk heads towards the garden shop and the Pacific Highway, keeping the main station to your right. This walk then crosses the highway at the traffic lights and turns right. After about 40 metres (just past 'James Cafe'), this walk turns left into an alleyway. The walk continues down the lane for approximately 50m to then cross Larkin Lane, coming to the top of some steps (on the left of a green power box).
Continue straight: From near the end of Larkin Lane, this walk heads past the green power box and down the pedestrian laneway steps. After approximately 60m, the lane leads down some more steps to find an intersection with another concrete footpath on the other side of Larkin St.
Continue straight: From the intersection, this walk heads down the steps, beside number 4 Larkin St. From the bottom of the steps, the walk heads along the pedestrian alley for about 40m, and then crosses a 60m long bridge. On the other side of the bridge, this walk continues up the alley for about 80m, coming to an intersection with Shirley Rd.....

An optional side trip to Blue Hole.

Turn map	Directions & comments
	Start. Then cross the bridge (about 15 m long)
	After another 40 m (from the Pacific Highway) turn right, to head along Pacific Highway (a highway\|trunk).
	After another 35 m (from the Pacific Highway) turn left (a footpath).
	After another 60 m (from the Larkin Lane) continue straight (a steps). Then head down the steps (about 60 m long)
	At the intersection of Larkin Street & The Rifleway continue straight, to head along The Rifleway (a footpath).
	After another 185 m (at the intersection of Shirley Road & The Rifleway) turn left, to head along Shirley Road (a residential road).
	After another 205 m (at the intersection of Shirley Road & Alston Way) continue straight, to head along Shirley Road. After another 290 m (at the intersection of Shirley Road & Glen Road) continue straight, to head along Shirley Road.
	After another 65 m (at the intersection of Shirley Road & Toongarah Road) continue straight, to head along Shirley Road. After another 7 m (from the Shirley Road) continue straight, to head along Shirley Road.
	After another 135 m (at the intersection of Abingdon Road & Shirley Road) veer left, to head along Shirley Road.
	After another 180 m (at the intersection of Longford Street & Shirley Road) turn right, to head along Longford Street.
	After another 110 m (from the Longford Street) turn left (a walking track).
	After another 80 m (from the Valley View Close) veer right (a steps). Then head down the concrete steps (about 65 m long)
	After another 2 m continue straight. After another 210 m continue straight.
	After another 155 m (from the Blue Gum Creek Walking Track) continue straight, to head along Blue Gum Creek Walking Track (a vehicle track). After another 25 m pass the "Chatswood Rifle Range" (25 m on your left). After another 560 m head through/around the gate.
	At the intersection of Lady Game Drive & Blue Gum Creek Walking Track turn left, to head along Lady Game Drive (a highway\|tertiary).
	After another 45 m (from the Lady Game Drive) turn right (a footpath).
	After another 15 m (from the Rail to River Walk) continue straight. After another 6 m cross the bridge (about 60 m long)
	Turn right. After another 150 m find the "Riverside Cafe Bar & Grill" (45 m on your left). Riverside Cafe Bar & Grill The Riverside Cafe is found at the end of service road on the south-west corner of Fullers Bridge. The nicely renovated building looks over the Lane Cove River and is open 7 days, serving breakfast, lunch and dinner. The food is cafe-style and meals are priced upwards from $13. Ph: (02) 9412 3773.
	Continue straight. After another 65 m continue straight.
	After another 30 m continue straight. After another 20 m pass the water tap (65 m on your left). Then pass the BBQ (20 m on your left). After another 10 m find the "Koonjeree Picnic Area" (5 m on your left). Koonjeree Picnic Area Koonjeree Picnic Area is at the southern end of Lane Cove National Park, just near Fullers Bridge. The picnic area boasts free gas barbecues, flushing toilets, town tap water, picnic tables and shelters, a large open area and car parking. On the bank of the Lane Cove River, this is a pleasant spot to enjoy the park. Then find the "Toilet" (65 m on your left). Toilet Male and female toilet block. Entrance is 75cm wide with 2 9cm steps, hand basins 87cm high, cubical doors 65cm wide, toilet seat 42cm high. Male toilet has a urinal with 6cm step. No handrails. After another 35 m find the "Seat" (on your right). Seat Two timber seats, 40cm high, 38cm deep and 1.8m wide with a 35cm backrest and no arm rests.
	After another 10 m turn right. After another 8 m find the "Trip Hazard" (on your right). Trip Hazard The edges of the weir are ungraded and there is a significant drop with water hazards. Keep clear of edges. Then cross the bridge (about 10 m long) After another 60 m find the "Lane Cove Weir" (on your left). Lane Cove Weir The Lane Cove River Weir was built in 1938 during the depression. The motivation for building the lake was to make the area more appealing for visitors' picnics. The weir created environmental issues such as silting and a decline in native fish populations. In more recent years, a 'fish ladder' has been constructed to allow fish to undertake their natural migration route for breeding. The weir proves an easy way for walkers to cross the Lane Cove River whilst enjoying the views up and downstream. After another 60 m find the "Seat" (9 m on your left). Seat A stone seat, 42cm high, 60cm deep and 1.7m wide with a 22cm high arm and 22cm backrest.
	Turn right. After another 65 m find the "BBQ" (6 m on your left). BBQ Two free electric BBQs hotplates in sheltered picnic area. The BBQ table is 92cm high, 2.05m wide and 75cm deep. Hot plates are 45/45cm.
	After another 4 m (from the Max Allen Road) turn left, to head along Max Allen Road (a vehicle track). After another 25 m pass the "The Great North Walk" (15 m on your right). After another 15 m find the "Picnic Table" (10 m on your left). Picnic Table Two timber slat picnic tables. The table is 79cm high, 73cm deep and 3.3m wide. The seats are 46cm high, 44cm deep and 2.7m wide (no backrest). Room for a few chairs at end. 4x2.7m slab.
	After another 15 m (from the Max Allen Road) continue straight, to head along Max Allen Road.
	After another 105 m (from the Max Allen Road) continue straight, to head along Max Allen Road.
	After another 55 m (at the intersection of The Great North Walk & Max Allen Road) continue straight, to head along The Great North Walk (a walking track). After another 25 m pass the "Great North Walk" (on your right).
	After another 265 m (from the The Great North Walk) continue straight, to head along The Great North Walk.
	After another 135 m (at the intersection of The Great North Walk & Lane Cove Depot Road) veer right, to head along The Great North Walk (a walking track).
	After another 410 m (from the The Great North Walk) continue straight, to head along The Great North Walk. After another 315 m cross the bridge (about 5 m long) After another 200 m cross the ford. After another 130 m cross the bridge Then head down the 7 stone steps (about 3 m long) After another 55 m head down the 26 steps (about 20 m long) Then cross the bridge (about 8 m long)
	After another 40 m (from the The Great North Walk) continue straight, to head along The Great North Walk. After another 65 m pass the sign (on your right). After another 25 m cross the bridge (about 7 m long) After another 30 m cross the bridge (about 3 m long) After another 10 m cross the bridge (about 5 m long) After another 115 m cross the bridge (about 15 m long) After another 8 m head up the 11 steps (about 8 m long) After another 760 m come to the viewpoint. After another 325 m cross the bridge (about 4 m long) After another 100 m come to the viewpoint. After another 190 m find the "Sandstone caves" (15 m on your left). Sandstone caves This fairly large sandstone overhang is found on the eastern side of the Lane Cove Valley. The walking track leads through the two caves that run in series, with the northern cave being larger. The lip of the overhang hangs down a bit, providing some extra protection from wind and rain. The cave also provide some shade and a cooler spot on hot days, and there are also a couple of well placed boulders forming nice seats. Then cross the ford. After another 215 m head up the 5 steps (about 2 m long)
	After another 1 m (from the The Great North Walk) turn left, to head along The Great North Walk. After another 50 m pass the sign (on your right).
	After another 45 m (from the The Great North Walk) continue straight, to head along The Great North Walk. After another 130 m cross the ford. From the The Great North Walk continue straight, to head along The Great North Walk.
	The starting point of an optional sidetrip. An optional side trip to Blue Hole. To start this optional side trip veer left here. On returning from this side trip turn left when you get back to this intersection. Details below. After another 70 m (from the The Great North Walk) continue straight, to head along The Great North Walk.
	After another 115 m (from the The Great North Walk) continue straight, to head along The Great North Walk. After another 60 m pass the sign (9 m on your left).
	After another 15 m (from the The Great North Walk) turn right.
	After another 45 m turn sharp right. After another 9 m cross the bridge (about 185 m long)
	After another 100 m continue straight. After another 215 m continue straight.
	After another 60 m continue straight.
	After another 8 m (from the Fontenoy Road) continue straight. After another 15 m continue straight.
	After another 135 m (from the Lane Cove Road Offramp) continue straight.
	After another 125 m (from the M2 Hills Motorway Onramp) continue straight.
	After another 140 m turn left.
	After another 35 m turn right.
	After another 100 m continue straight. After another 75 m pass the "McDonald's" (25 m on your left). 24/7 After another 30 m pass the "KFC" (20 m on your left). Su-Th 10:00-22:30 Fr,Sa 10:00-23:00 After another 30 m pass the "Go Hun" (15 m on your left).
	After another 130 m continue straight.
	After another 30 m continue straight.
	After another 15 m come to the end.
	From the The Great North Walk Start (a walking track).
	Continue another 45 m to find Blue Hole at the end. "Blue Hole". "Blue Hole". Blue Hole Blue Hole is found in the Lane Cove River, downstream of De Burghs Bridge. Within Lane Cove National Park this small pleasent waterhole has a flat rock and small sandy beach on the north side of the river. The water is polluted by run-off and rubbish, especially after rain, so it is not suitable for swimming. It is still a pleasent place to relax and enjoy the valley. Turn around and retrace your steps back the 45 m to the main route.

Terrain Know the Hills, grading & facilities

Roseville to Macquarie Park

Grading

	Class 4/6 Hard track
Length	8.6 km
Time	3 h 15 min to 3 h 30 min

Quality of track	Rough track, where fallen trees and other obstacles are likely (4/6)
Gradient	Short steep hills (3/6)
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)

Some facilities on route

Entity|toilet: There is one 2.7 km from the start.

Seat: There are 2 on route, on average they are 2.9 km apart with the largest gap of 5.7 km.

Order of key facilities on route

Item	From Start	Name & link to notes
Entity\|toilet	2.7 km	Toilet
Seat	2.8 km	Seat
Seat	2.9 km	Seat

Articles Discover more details to thrive on track

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

Lane Cove Weir
The Lane Cove River Weir was built in 1938 during the depression. The motivation for building the lake was to make the area more appealing for visitors' picnics. The weir created environmental issues such as silting and a decline in native fish populations. In more recent years, a 'fish ladder' has been constructed to allow fish to undertake their natural migration route for breeding. The weir proves an easy way for walkers to cross the Lane Cove River whilst enjoying the views up and downstream.

Sandstone caves
This fairly large sandstone overhang is found on the eastern side of the Lane Cove Valley. The walking track leads through the two caves that run in series, with the northern cave being larger. The lip of the overhang hangs down a bit, providing some extra protection from wind and rain. The cave also provide some shade and a cooler spot on hot days, and there are also a couple of well placed boulders forming nice seats.

Blue Hole
Blue Hole is found in the Lane Cove River, downstream of De Burghs Bridge. Within Lane Cove National Park this small pleasent waterhole has a flat rock and small sandy beach on the north side of the river. The water is polluted by run-off and rubbish, especially after rain, so it is not suitable for swimming. It is still a pleasent place to relax and enjoy the valley.

Eden Gardens
Eden Gardens is a popular plant nursery at the intersection of Fontenoy and Ryde Roads. It is a pleasant place to explore and is also home to 'Dragonfly Cafe'. The cafe is open 7 days, 8:30am to 4pm (5pm on weekends) and serves a variety of hot and cold meals. PH: 9491 9900. The centre is closed over Christmas and on News Year Day

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  Tuesday 29 April
  
  23°C
  Showers developing.
  80% chance of rain
  
  Partly cloudy. High chance of showers, most likely in the 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.
  
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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

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