Hornsby to Mt Kuring-gai

Track Notes Turn by turn instructions & maps

Getting started
From the western side of Hornsby Railway Station, this walk first crosses the bus lane, then follows the large 'To the Great North Walk' sign across the Station St pedestrian crossing, and then across the Pacific Highway at the traffic lights. Here the walk turns right and follows the footpath (across 'Dural Lane') past some shops to cross 'Dural St'. The walk then turns left and follows the footpath down along 'Dural St', past a few more shops. Continuing past the units, this walk then turns right onto 'Quarry Rd' and follows the road down the gently hill for about 180m to an intersection with 'Old Mans Valley' management trail and locked gate (on your right).
Continue straight following Quarry Road down the gentle hill, leaving the houses behind to come to an intersection with a track, signposted with a 'Great North Walk' sign, keep following the Great North Walk signs.....

Turn map	Directions & comments
	Start. Then cross the bridge (about 25 m long) There is a car park (about 25 m back from the start). There is a toilet (about 20 m back from the start). This toilet is wheelchair accessible. Find the emergency call device at the start. Find the pay phone at the start. Find the car park at the start. Find the water tap at the start. Find the shelter at the start.
	Continue straight.
	After another 5 m (from the Station Street) continue straight. Then pass a seat (60 m on your left).
	After another 4 m continue straight. After another 10 m pass the shelter (10 m on your right). Then pass the pay phone (10 m on your right).
	From the Station Street continue straight. After another 7 m pass the "Cenotaph Park" (7 m on your left).
	From the Station Street continue straight. Then pass the "Kiss and Ride" (40 m on your right). This car park is wheelchair accessible.
	After another 3 m (from the Station Street) turn left, to head along Station Street. After another 30 m pass the "Hamburgers Fish & Chips Kebabs" (5 m on your right).
	From the Peats Ferry Road turn left.
	After another 4 m (from the Peats Ferry Road) continue straight.
	After another 7 m (from the Peats Ferry Road) continue straight. After another 9 m pass the car park (about 75 m ahead).
	Turn right.
	After another 15 m (from the Dural Lane) continue straight. After another 25 m pass the "Magic Kebab" (50 m on your right). After another 8 m pass the "Curry Connection" (55 m on your right). After another 10 m pass the "MeeChai" (55 m on your right). After another 25 m pass the "Thai Tables" (10 m on your left).
	Continue straight. After another 10 m pass the "Bambino's Pizza & Pasta" (55 m on your right). After another 15 m pass the "Bee's Knees Cafe" (45 m on your right). Then pass the "Oki Oki Japanese Restaurant" (40 m on your right). W:okioki.com.au T:+61 2 9476 6900 Mo-We 11:00-14:30,17:00-21:00 Th-Sa 11:00-14:30,17:00-21:30 After another 9 m pass the car park (80 m on your right). Then pass the "Brewhaha Cafe" (about 40 m ahead). Then pass the "Brewhaha Cafe" (35 m on your right). W:www.brewhaha.com.au Then pass the "Zi Teresa Pizza and Pasta" (35 m on your right). Then pass the "Refinery Espresso" (30 m on your right). W:refineryespresso.wordpress.com Mo-Fr 05:30-16:00 Sa 06:00-14:00 Then pass the "Chaat Corner" (30 m on your right). W:chaatcornerhornsby.com.au Fr-Su 12:00-16:00 Tu-Su 17:00-22:00 Then pass the "Asahi Sushi Bar" (20 m on your right).
	Turn left. After another 45 m pass the car park (15 m on your left). After another 15 m pass the "Hornsby Park" (65 m on your right).
	After another 150 m (from the Quarry Road) veer right, to head along Quarry Road (a residential road).
	After another 105 m (from the Quarry Road) continue straight, to head along Quarry Road. After another 60 m (at the intersection of Quarry Road & Old Mans Valley Firetrail) continue straight, to head along Quarry Road. After another 195 m pass the sign (5 m on your right).
	At the intersection of Quarry Road & Hornsby Mountain Bike Trail - Difficult continue straight, to head along Quarry Road.
	After another 7 m (at the intersection of The Great North Walk & Quarry Road) veer left, to head along The Great North Walk (a walking track).
	After another 195 m (at the intersection of The Great North Walk & Quarry Road Hornsby Firetrail) continue straight, to head along The Great North Walk. After another 10 m head down the 147 stone steps (about 85 m long) After another 120 m head down the 139 stone steps (about 90 m long)
	After another 10 m (from the Hornsby Heritage Steps) continue straight. After another 25 m pass the shelter (10 m on your right). Then pass the picnic table (10 m on your right). After another 15 m find the "Berowra Valley Bushland Park" (40 m on your left). Berowra Valley Bushland Park 'Berowra Valley Bushland Park' is also known as Rosemead Rd Park and is found at the bottom end of Rosemead Rd, Hornsby. This is an open area park surrounded by shady eucalyptus trees, making a pleasant spot to rest on a walk. It has a picnic table with bench seats, and a sheltered free electric BBQ. There is a water tap in the park, near the road. There is also a 'Welcome to Old Mans Valley' information sign with information about the traditional country of the Darug and Guringai peoples. Then pass the BBQ (15 m on your right). After another 8 m pass the water tap (40 m on your left). After another 150 m cross the ford.
	From the Old Mans Creek continue straight.
	After another 200 m turn left.
	Fishponds After another 135 m (from the Rosemead Firetrail) by following the "Fishponds" sign continue straight, to head along Rosemead Firetrail (a vehicle track).
	After another 400 m (at the intersection of Rosemead Firetrail & Blue Gum Walk) continue straight, to head along Rosemead Firetrail.
	After another 35 m (at the intersection of Blue Gum Walk & Rosemead Firetrail) turn left, to head along Blue Gum Walk (a walking track). After another 6 m head down the 22 surface\|compacted steps (about 30 m long)
	The starting point of an optional sidetrip. An optional side trip to Fishponds. To start this optional side trip continue straight here. On returning from this side trip turn sharp left when you get back to this intersection. Details below. Galston Gorge After another 3 m (at the intersection of The Great North Walk & Blue Gum Walk) by following the "Galston Gorge" sign turn right, to head along The Great North Walk. Then cross the bridge (about 5 m long) Then pass the sign (on your left). Then head up the 9 steps (about 15 m long) After another 8 m head up the 7 steps (about 3 m long) After another 20 m head up the 14 stone steps (about 3 m long) After another 9 m head up the 37 steps (about 20 m long) After another 10 m head up the 39 steps (about 35 m long) After another 10 m head up the 20 steps (about 10 m long) After another 35 m head up the 25 steps (about 15 m long) After another 20 m head up the 7 stone steps (about 2 m long) After another 7 m head up the 40 steps (about 30 m long) After another 10 m head up the 9 steps (about 5 m long) After another 6 m head up the 19 earthen steps (about 20 m long) Then head up the 15 wooden steps (about 4 m long) Then head up the 13 wooden steps (about 4 m long) Then head up the 14 stone steps (about 10 m long)
	After another 25 m (at the intersection of Manor Road & The Great North Walk) veer left, to head along Manor Road (a residential road). After another 350 m (at the intersection of Manor Road & Arrionga Place) continue straight, to head along Manor Road. After another 500 m (at the intersection of Rosamond Street & Watson Avenue) continue straight, to head along Rosamond Street. After another 195 m (at the intersection of Rosamond Street & Kerr Street) continue straight, to head along Rosamond Street.
	After another 70 m (at the intersection of Stewart Avenue & Rosamond Street) turn left, to head along Stewart Avenue.
	After another 310 m (at the intersection of Stewart Avenue & Berowra Valley Quarry Firetrail) continue straight (a walking track).
	After another 170 m turn right.
	After another 10 m (at the intersection of Clarinda Firetrail & Clarinda Street) turn left, to head along Clarinda Firetrail. After another 30 m head through/around the gate.
	After another 245 m (from the Clarinda Firetrail) turn left, to head along Clarinda Firetrail. After another 105 m cross the ford.
	From the Clarinda Firetrail continue straight, to head along Clarinda Firetrail.
	After another 85 m (from the Clarinda Firetrail) continue straight, to head along Clarinda Firetrail.
	After another 620 m (at the intersection of The Great North Walk & Clarinda Firetrail) turn left, to head along The Great North Walk (a walking track). After another 345 m head down the 9 stone steps (about 6 m long) After another 25 m head down the 25 steps (about 10 m long) After another 10 m head down the 8 stone steps (about 5 m long) After another 15 m cross the ford.
	From the The Great North Walk continue straight, to head along The Great North Walk. Then head up the 31 stone steps (about 15 m long) Then find the "Unnamed waterfall" (on your left). Unnamed waterfall This waterfall is about 3 meters tall, with a square black face. The water cascades down to a rock platform and into the sandy creek. The waterfall is active after recent rain, and may offer a trickle at other times. At this section of the creek, the gully is quite steep, creating a wonderful environment for the green moss and ferns to grow. A great spot to rest and enjoy the cool on hot days.
	After another 75 m (at the intersection of Berowra Valley Quarry Firetrail & The Great North Walk) turn right, to head along Berowra Valley Quarry Firetrail (a vehicle track). After another 390 m cross the Steele Bridge (about 20 m long) Then find the "Historic Military 'Steele' Bridge" (6 m on your right). Historic Military 'Steele' Bridge This large steel and timber bridge spans Berowra Creek north of Fishponds. The creek is fairly wide at this point and the bridge provides a great view of the sandstone overhangs along the creek's edge. The bridge was commissioned in 1965 to allow access for fire trucks. The bridge was designed by Major General Sir Clive Steele in 1942. Bridges of this type were critical during the WWII South West Pacific campaigns. The bridge is designed on the Warren truss style and is one of only 4 'Steele' bridges still in use in NSW. After another 225 m cross the ford.
	From the Berowra Valley Quarry Firetrail continue straight, to head along Berowra Valley Quarry Firetrail.
	After another 1.5 km (from the Berowra Valley Quarry Firetrail) continue straight, to head along Berowra Valley Quarry Firetrail. After another 130 m find the "Tunks Ridge Rest Area" (10 m on your left). Tunks Ridge Rest Area Tunks Ridge Rest Area is a large, shady and gently sloping campsite at the junction of three management trails. There is no water or other facilities (you will need to carry your own in). A sign at the top of the campsite reminds campers that there is a one night limit and that it is a fuel stove only area (no campfires). Please note that the composting toilet has been removed and no longer available.
	At the intersection of Tunks Trail & Berowra Valley Quarry Firetrail veer right, to head along Tunks Trail. After another 260 m cross the ford.
	From the Tunks Trail continue straight, to head along Tunks Trail. After another 210 m cross the ford.
	From the Tunks Trail continue straight, to head along Tunks Trail.
	After another 255 m (from the Tunks Trail) continue straight, to head along Tunks Trail.
	After another 440 m (from the Tunks Trail) continue straight, to head along Tunks Trail. After another 235 m find the "Top of Galston Gorge Campsite" (20 m on your right). Top of Galston Gorge Campsite This campsite can be found on the Great North Walk, off the service trail just before it descends into Galston Gorge (when coming from the south). There is plenty of room for a group of tents, however there is no available water or facilities. Although this is an official campsite for the Great North Walk, there are some threatened species in the area, therefore Tunks Ridge Reserve (1.4km South) would make a better alternative, with better facilities.
	At the intersection of The Great North Walk & Tunks Trail veer left, to head along The Great North Walk (a walking track). After another 80 m head down the 87 rock steps (about 50 m long)
	After another 255 m (from the The Great North Walk) veer right, to head along The Great North Walk (a steps). Then head down the 35 steps (about 20 m long) After another 25 m head down the 21 stone steps (about 9 m long)
	From the The Great North Walk continue straight, to head along The Great North Walk.
	After another 10 m (at the intersection of Galston Road & The Great North Walk) turn right, to head along Galston Road (a highway\|primary). Then cross the bridge (about 35 m long) Then cross the "The Great North Walk".
	After another 25 m (from the Galston Road) turn left (a walking track). After another 10 m find the "Galston Gorge track head" (on your left). Galston Gorge track head Galston Gorge track head is located at a small car park on the eastern side of Berowra Creek, near the bottom of the gorge on Galston Road. This track head is a good access point for those wanting to do sections of the Great North Walk and is well signposted. Keep an eye open for the local chickens.
	After another 2 m continue straight.
	After another 10 m (from the The Great North Walk) turn right, to head along The Great North Walk.
	After another 1 m (from the The Great North Walk) continue straight, to head along The Great North Walk (a steps). After another 10 m head up the 32 earthen steps (about 8 m long) After another 360 m head down the 38 earthen steps (about 20 m long) After another 620 m cross the ford.
	From the The Great North Walk veer left, to head along The Great North Walk. After another 30 m head up the 33 stone steps (about 15 m long) After another 15 m head up the 35 stone steps (about 9 m long) After another 185 m find the "Gulley Creek Falls" (15 m on your right). Gulley Creek Falls This is a nice little creek crossing on the Great North Walk in Galston Gorge. The small falls flow just upstream of the track, even after a small amount of rain. Enjoy the cool shade of the trees at the creek crossing from the track. After another 30 m cross the ford.
	From the The Great North Walk turn left, to head along The Great North Walk. After another 820 m cross the ford.
	From the The Great North Walk continue straight, to head along The Great North Walk. After another 490 m come to the viewpoint. After another 580 m cross the ford.
	At the intersection of The Great North Walk & Provest Creek veer left, to head along The Great North Walk. After another 45 m head up the 19 earthen steps (about 15 m long) After another 220 m cross the ford.
	From the The Great North Walk veer left, to head along The Great North Walk. After another 165 m cross the ford.
	From the The Great North Walk continue straight, to head along The Great North Walk. After another 120 m head down the 20 earthen steps (about 15 m long) Then cross the bridge (about 6 m long) After another 170 m cross the bridge (about 10 m long)
	After another 65 m (from the The Great North Walk) continue straight, to head along The Great North Walk. After another 5 m cross the bridge (about 6 m long)
	After another 90 m (from the The Great North Walk) continue straight, to head along The Great North Walk.
	After another 600 m (from the The Great North Walk) continue straight, to head along The Great North Walk. After another 30 m find the "Berowra Creek campsite" (15 m on your right). Berowra Creek campsite This shady campsite is located on the Benowie Track a short distance back from Berowra Creek, south of the Crosslands Reserve. Providing plenty of tree cover, flat ground and an established fire scar, this campsite is a great spot for those walkers who want a quiet night's sleep away from the more popular Crosslands Reserve. The creek water is brackish at this point, so it is not drinkable (except after heavy rain and lower tide, but then the water is more polluted) - best to bring your own water.
	After another 20 m (from the The Great North Walk) turn right, to head along The Great North Walk. After another 5 m cross the bridge
	After another 15 m (from the The Great North Walk) veer right, to head along The Great North Walk. After another 340 m cross the ford.
	From the The Great North Walk turn left, to head along The Great North Walk. After another 315 m cross the bridge (about 8 m long)
	After another 145 m (from the The Great North Walk) continue straight, to head along The Great North Walk. After another 15 m cross the bridge (about 4 m long) After another 330 m head down the 15 earthen steps (about 8 m long) After another 130 m pass the toilet (10 m on your right). This toilet is wheelchair accessible. After another 10 m pass the water tap (15 m on your right).
	From the The Great North Walk continue straight. After another 9 m find the "Crosslands Campsite" (15 m on your right). Crosslands Campsite On the far southern end of Crosslands Reserve is a toilet block and campsite. The campsite is well set up and managed by Hornsby Council. There are picnic tables, electric barbecues, toilets, a children's playground, garbage bins and town water. There is a large flat grassy areas to camp and a single authorised fire pit. The campsite must be booked and fees apply - $9 per night for adults and $6 for children (infants under 4 are free). The gate at the top of the hill is locked at 5.30pm EST and 7.30pm (daylight savings time). A pleasant and well established campsite beside the river.
	Continue straight.
	After another 75 m continue straight. After another 15 m come to the "Viewing Platform" (20 m on your left). This viewpoint is wheelchair accessible.
	After another 110 m continue straight.
	After another 20 m continue straight. After another 70 m find the "Crosslands Youth & Convention Centre" (80 m on your left). Crosslands Youth & Convention Centre Crosslands Youth & Convention Centre is a wonderful facility run by the Seventh-day Adventist Church. The centre provides a large tent-based campsite ($12 pp/pn), large group dorm-style and unit-style accommodation. The units have 5 beds (plus sofa bed) and cost $36 a night per person. The units are equipped with a kitchen, TV, blankets, supplies for hot drinks, pillows, blankets and a balcony with views over Berowra Creek. You will need your own sheets, pillow cases and towels. Meal packs range from $5-$10 per person per meal. Breakfast includes juice, fresh fruit, cereal, toast and optional hash browns, eggs and sausages. Dinner includes juice, dinner rolls, salad, pie or sausage (or optional steak) and desert. No cigarettes, alcohol or other drugs are allowed on site. For more information, call your hosts John & Margaret on (02) 9653 1041.
	After another 20 m continue straight. After another 8 m find the "Crosslands" (on your right). Crosslands Crosslands Reserve is lovely and long mixed use picnic area, spanning along the edge of Berowra Creek. There are picnic tables, electric barbecues, toilets, car parking, a children's playground, garbage bins, camping area, toilets and town water. The southern part of Crosslands is managed by Hornsby Council and the northern half by the NPWS within the Berowra Valley National Park. The first inhabitants of this area were a subgroup of the Dharug people who enjoyed the sandstone caves, fish and abundant plant life in the area. It is now managed by Hornsby Shire Council, but in 1856 Matthew Charlton asked Burton Crossland to be caretaker on this area. Burton built a house and made a living by harvesting timber, growing fruit, fishing and boat-building. After another 6 m head through/around the gate. Then pass the sign (9 m on your left).
	Continue straight. After another 10 m pass the car park (4 m on your right).
	From the Somerville Road turn left, to head along Somerville Road (a service road).
	After another 120 m (at the intersection of Somerville Road & Canoe entry point) continue straight, to head along Somerville Road. After another 120 m head through/around the gate.
	At the intersection of Benowie Walking Track & Somerville Road continue straight, to head along Benowie Walking Track (a vehicle track).
	After another 8 m (from the Benowie Walking Track) continue straight, to head along Benowie Walking Track. After another 20 m find the "Picnic Table" (on your right). Picnic Table A timber slat picnic table and bench seat. The table is 77cm high, 73cm deep and 2.4m wide. The seats are 47cm high, 29cm deep and 2.4m wide. On a conrete slab (3x5.5m) and about 7m (across grass) from the path. After another 25 m pass the "tap" (on your right). After another 15 m find the "Picnic Table" (on your right). Picnic Table A timber slat picnic table and bench seats. The table is 77cm high, 73cm deep and 2.4m wide. The seats are 47cm high, 29cm deep and 2.4m wide. On a conrete slab (2.8x4.1m) and about 4m (across grass) from the path. After another 45 m find the "Picnic Table" (10 m on your left). Picnic Table A timber slat picnic table and bench seats. The table is 77cm high, 73cm deep and 2.4m wide. The seats are 47cm high, 29cm deep and 2.4m wide. On a conrete slab (2.8x4.1m) and about 11m (across grass) from the path. After another 50 m find the "Picnic Table" (20 m on your left). Picnic Table A timber slat picnic table and bench seats. The table is 77cm high, 73cm deep and 2.4m wide. The seats are 47cm high, 29cm deep and 2.4m wide. On a conrete slab (2.7x4m) and about 16m (across grass) from the path. After another 85 m find the "Picnic Table" (35 m on your left). Picnic Table A timber slat picnic table and bench seats. The table is 77cm high, 73cm deep and 2.4m wide. The seats are 47cm high, 29cm deep and 2.4m wide. On a conrete slab (3x5.5m) and about 25m (across grass) from the nearest path. Then find the "Picnic Table" (40 m on your left). Picnic Table A timber slat picnic table and bench seats. The table is 77cm high, 73cm deep and 2.4m wide. The seats are 47cm high, 29cm deep and 2.4m wide. On a conrete slab (3.8x5.5m) and about 25m (across grass) from the nearest path. After another 40 m pass the water tap (50 m on your left). Then find the "Crosslands North Picnic area" (about 9 m ahead). Crosslands North Picnic area The northern section of Crosslands is in Berowra Valley NP and is a less formal picnic area compared with the southern area. There is a toilet block and a few sandy beaches with direct access to the water. Here you will find a few picnic tables and shelters, as well as garbage bins. The eastern side is home to a boardwalk exploring the estuarine wetland. A pleasant area to rest and enjoy the water. Fires are only permitted in formally established fire places . Then pass the toilet (60 m on your left).
	From the The Great North Walk turn right, to head along The Great North Walk. After another 20 m find the "Trip Hazard" (on your left). Trip Hazard There is a 4cm step from between the dirt path and the northern end of the timber boardwalk. Then cross the bridge (about 55 m long) After another 75 m cross the bridge (about 80 m long) After another 35 m pass a seat (8 m on your left)., has a backrest.
	From the The Great North Walk veer right, to head along The Great North Walk. After another 8 m find the "Berowra Creek (Estuarie) Lookout" (on your left). Berowra Creek (Estuarie) Lookout The Estuarie lookout over Berowara Creek is found at the end of the wheelchair-accessible walk in Crosslands area. The timber lookout platform provides great views over Berowra Creek, the timber fence is 95cm high. There are also information signs about the local flora and fauna and the 'Original Inhabitants'. There are two timber bench seats encouraging you to take some time to soak up this view. Then find the "Seat" (10 m on your left). Seat Two timber slat bench seats built into timber viewing platform. Each seat are 41cm high, 28cm deep and 2.5m wide with a 54cm high backrest.
	After another 4 m (at the intersection of The Great North Walk & Abandoned Track) continue straight, to head along The Great North Walk. After another 240 m cross the bridge (about 6 m long)
	After another 135 m (from the The Great North Walk) continue straight.
	After another 15 m (from the The Great North Walk) continue straight, to head along The Great North Walk. After another 165 m head up the 65 steps (about 55 m long) After another 35 m head down the 72 steps (about 55 m long)
	From the The Great North Walk continue straight, to head along The Great North Walk. After another 10 m pass a seat (on your left)., has no backrest. After another 10 m cross the Calna Creek Bridge (about 30 m long)
	After another 3 m (at the intersection of Lyrebird Gully Track & The Great North Walk) turn right, to head along Lyrebird Gully Track. After another 135 m find the "Calna Creek Campsite (north)" (4 m on your left). Calna Creek Campsite (north) This is a quaint little campsite, located on the Mt Kuring-gai access track to the Great North Walk, on the banks of Calna Creek. This campsite provides plenty of room for a few tents, and also a fire scar with logs for seating. Carry in your own water as the salty creek water is not suitable for drinking. After another 90 m head down the 6 wooden steps (about 3 m long) After another 5 m head down the 5 stone steps (about 3 m long)
	After another 155 m (from the Lyrebird Gully Track) continue straight, to head along Lyrebird Gully Track. After another 35 m cross the bridge (about 7 m long) After another 120 m find the "Calna Creek Campsite (south)" (20 m on your left). Calna Creek Campsite (south) This small signposted campsite sits on a flat grassy clearing in a small casuarina forest which provides plenty of shade. There is a small fireplace set up. This creek-side campsite is a good spot for those wanting to get the most out of a relaxing, overnight camp, just a short stroll to Berowra Creek and the main spine of the Great North Walk. Bring your own water, as the creek water is not suitable for drinking. Then cross the bridge (about 5 m long) After another 850 m cross the ford.
	At the intersection of Lyrebird Gully Track & Calna Creek continue straight, to head along Lyrebird Gully Track. After another 145 m cross the ford.
	At the intersection of Lyrebird Gully Track & Donnelly Creek continue straight, to head along Lyrebird Gully Track.
	After another 75 m (at the intersection of Lyrebird Gully Track & Binya Firetrail Stretcher Access) continue straight, to head along Lyrebird Gully Track. After another 155 m cross the ford.
	At the intersection of Lyrebird Gully Track & Calna Creek continue straight, to head along Lyrebird Gully Track. After another 560 m cross the bridge (about 3 m long) After another 50 m find the "Lyrebird waterfall" (8 m on your right). Lyrebird waterfall This informally named waterfall is found on Lyrebird Gully creek about 300m upstream of its confluence with Calna Creek. The top of the fall is partially fenced with a timber handrail where the water flows over the solid rock platform, with naturally carved holes, to fall about 8m to the shallow pool and boulders below. The track passes the top of the fall and does not provide a good view of the face of the fall, but it is still a very pleasant spot. Then cross the ford.
	At the intersection of Lyrebird Gully Track & Lyrebird Gully Creek continue straight, to head along Lyrebird Gully Track. Then pass the "Lyrebird Falls" (on your right). After another 30 m cross the ford.
	At the intersection of Lyrebird Gully Track & Lyrebird Gully Creek continue straight, to head along Lyrebird Gully Track. After another 215 m cross the ford.
	From the Lyrebird Gully Track continue straight, to head along Lyrebird Gully Track. After another 140 m cross the bridge After another 310 m cross the bridge (about 3 m long) After another 8 m cross the ford.
	At the intersection of Lyrebird Gully Track & Lyrebird Gully Creek continue straight, to head along Lyrebird Gully Track. After another 500 m cross the bridge (about 4 m long) After another 180 m cross the ford.
	At the intersection of Lyrebird Gully Track & Lyrebird Gully Creek continue straight, to head along Lyrebird Gully Track.
	After another 520 m (from the Lyrebird Gully Track) continue straight, to head along Lyrebird Gully Track. After another 10 m pass the water tap (on your left).
	After another 3 m (from the Lyrebird Gully Track) continue straight, to head along Lyrebird Gully Track.
	After another 15 m (at the intersection of Glenview Road & Lyrebird Gully Track) turn left, to head along Glenview Road (a residential road).
	After another 4 m (from the Glenview Road) continue straight, to head along Glenview Road.
	After another 10 m (at the intersection of Glenview Road & Pacific Highway) continue straight, to head along Glenview Road.
	After another 10 m (at the intersection of Pacific Highway & Glenview Road) continue straight (a highway\|primary_link).
	After another 10 m turn right. After another 85 m pass a seat (35 m on your right)., has a backrest.
	Turn left.
	After another 300 m turn right. Then head through the tunnel (about 40 m long)
	Turn left. Then head through the tunnel (about 15 m long) Then head up the 29 concrete steps (about 15 m long) About 65 m past the end is a pay phone. About 65 m past the end is a toilet.
	The end.

An optional side trip to Fishponds.

Turn map	Directions & comments
	Fishponds At the intersection of Blue Gum Walk & The Great North Walk by following the "Fishponds" sign Start heading along Blue Gum Walk (a walking track). After another 15 m head down the steps (about 10 m long) After another 145 m cross the bridge (about 3 m long)
	After another 4 m (at the intersection of Blue Gum Walk & Negotiable) continue straight, to head along Blue Gum Walk. After another 85 m find the "Fishponds Lookout" (on your right). Fishponds Lookout Fishponds Lookout is a fenced rock platform at the intersection of the Benowie walking track and the Rosemead trackhead. It is marked with a number of Great North Walk signs. This informally named lookout has good views down over Fishponds, a large waterhole on Berowra Creek. Looking north across the creek, there are views to the upper waterhole and the cliffs on the other side.
	Dural At the intersection of Great North Walk & Blue Gum Walk by following the "Dural" sign turn right, to head along Great North Walk. After another 65 m cross the stepping stones (about 10 m long) This is flood prone; never cross flooded waterways.
	At the intersection of Great North Walk & Berowra Creek continue straight, to head along Great North Walk. About 20 m past the end is "Fishponds". Fishponds Fishponds is a long waterhole on Berowra Creek in Berowra Valley Regional Park. The waterhole is lined with tall cliffs and a few sandstone caves. At the southern end, there are stepping stones to help cross the creek, and a small timber bridge at the northern end. This is a beautiful spot and a worthy place to rest and enjoy the water passing by. The waterhole is fairly popular with local teens in summer, cooling off. Swimming and jumping at the Fishponds waterhole has resulted in fatalities - please heed the signs and Cora's parents' plea and enjoy the water from the edge.
	Continue another 0 m to find from the Great North Walk at the end. Turn around and retrace your steps back the 335 m to the main route.

	Class 4/6 Hard track
Length	22.3 km
Time	9 h, 12 h to 2 days

Quality of track	Rough track, where fallen trees and other obstacles are likely (4/6)
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
Toilet	-18 m	[toilet]
Seat	35 m	[seat]
Shelter	50 m	[shelter]
Shelter	50 m	[shelter]
Shelter	1.3 km	[shelter]
Campsite	8 km	Tunks Ridge Rest Area
Campsite	9.3 km	Top of Galston Gorge Campsite
Campsite	14.5 km	Berowra Creek campsite
Toilet	15.8 km	[toilet]
Campsite	15.8 km	Crosslands Campsite
Campsite	16.1 km	Crosslands Youth & Convention Centre
Toilet	16.6 km	[toilet]
Seat	16.9 km	Seat
Seat	16.9 km	[seat]
Seat	17.6 km	[seat]
Campsite	17.7 km	Calna Creek Campsite (north)
Campsite	18.2 km	Calna Creek Campsite (south)
Seat	21.9 km	[seat]
Toilet	22.3 km	[toilet]

Weather & Alerts Check forecasts & closures
Weather Forecast
- Hornsby Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun
  
  Monday 23 December
  
  30°C
  Mostly sunny.
  10% chance of rain
  
  Cloud clearing during the early morning to a mostly sunny day. Slight chance of a shower along the coastal fringe, most likely in the early afternoon. Light winds becoming west to southwesterly 25 to 35 km/h during the morning, shifting southerly 30 to 40 km/h in the early afternoon before tending south to southeasterly 15 to 20 km/h in the late afternoon. Winds reaching up to 50 km/h along the coastal fringe with the southerly change during the afternoon.
  
  Fire Danger Rating: Extreme
  
  UV Alert: Sun protection 8:40am to 5:00pm, UV Index predicted to reach 10 [Very High]
  
  Tuesday 24 December
  
  15°C → 25°C
  Sunny.
  5% chance of rain
  
  Sunny. Light winds becoming southwesterly 15 to 20 km/h early in the morning then tending southeast to southwesterly 15 to 25 km/h in the morning.
  
  Wednesday 25 December
  
  15°C → 28°C
  Sunny.
  0% chance of rain
  
  Sunny. Light winds becoming easterly 15 to 25 km/h during the day then becoming light during the evening.
  
  Thursday 26 December
  
  16°C → 32°C
  Sunny.
  5% chance of rain
  
  Sunny. Light winds becoming northeasterly 20 to 30 km/h during the day.
  
  Friday 27 December
  
  20°C → 40°C
  Shower or two.
  50% chance of rain
  0 → 1mm
  
  Partly cloudy. Medium chance of showers, most likely later in the day. The chance of a thunderstorm. Winds northerly 15 to 25 km/h increasing to 30 km/h before shifting southerly 15 to 25 km/h later.
  
  Saturday 28 December
  
  18°C → 30°C
  Mostly sunny.
  20% chance of rain
  
  Slight chance of a shower during the morning. Mostly sunny day. Winds southerly 15 to 25 km/h turning easterly 15 to 20 km/h during the day.
  
  Sunday 29 December
  
  18°C → 33°C
  Partly cloudy.
  30% chance of rain
  0 → 1mm
  
  Mostly sunny. Slight chance of a shower. Light winds becoming easterly 15 to 25 km/h during the day.
  
  Forecast data thanks to © Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Alerts
- Berowra Valley National Park alerts
  Closed areas: Total Fire Ban - All tracks and trails closed in Berowra Valley National Park - Monday 23 December 2024
  All tracks and trails in Berowra Valley National Park are closed on Monday 23 December 2024 due to a Total Fire Ban and elevated Fire Danger rating.
  
  Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, call the National Parks Contact Centre on 1300 072 757.
  
  Please review RFS information on Total Fire Bans, Fire Danger Ratings, and keep up to date using the Hazards Near Me app:
  https://www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/fire-information/fdr-and-tobans
  https://www.nsw.gov.au/emergency/hazards-near-me-app
  
  Fire bans: Total Fire Ban
  A total fire ban has been declared by the NSW Rural Fire Service. The total fire ban applies for the entire 24-hour period. Total fire ban rules apply. This ban may be extended. Please continue to check this website. To find out where and when total fire bans are currently in effect, please visit the NSW Rural Fire Service.
  
  Closed areas: Quarry trail and Great North Walk closure in Berowra Valley National Park
  Due to upgrade works on Steele Bridge on the Quarry trail in Berowra Valley National Park, there will be changed access to the surrounding trail network from Tuesday 8 October until Tuesday 31 December 2024.
  There will be no access across Berowra Creek on the Great North Walk (GNW) from the Quarry trail section in Hornsby, between Simon trail and Galston Gorge via Tunks Ridge campground.
  Walkers using the GNW will be required to detour via Simon trail, Sydney Road or Ulolo Road, Galston Road, Montview Parade, McKay Road or McKay trail in Hornsby Heights.
  Walkers planning to use Tunks Ridge campground can only access this area from the north, via Galston Road GNW entrance and Tunks Ridge trail.
  Access between Tunks Ridge campground and Quarry Road, Dural via Quarry trail through the Rifle Range safety template is prohibited at all times.
  Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office on (02) 8448 0400.
  
  Safety alerts: Swimming safety in Berowra Valley National Park
  Swimming is not advisable in Berowra Creek at certain times as the water may be subject to variable pollution levels and algal blooms. Please refer to the Hornsby Shire Council website before swimming in Berowra Creek. Alternatively you can call the Hornsby Council 24 hour information line on 9847 6666 or the Algal information line on 1800 999 457.
  Swimming at Fishponds is not advised at any time due to heavy water pollution.
  Penalties apply for non-compliance.For more information, contact the NPWS Chatswood area office on 02 8448 0400 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
  
  Alert kindly provided by © NSW Nataional Parks and Wildlife Service
- Berowra Valley Regional Park alerts
  Fire bans: Total Fire Ban
  A total fire ban has been declared by the NSW Rural Fire Service. The total fire ban applies for the entire 24-hour period. Total fire ban rules apply. This ban may be extended. Please continue to check this website. To find out where and when total fire bans are currently in effect, please visit the NSW Rural Fire Service.
  
  Closed areas: Quarry trail and Great North Walk closure in Berowra Valley National Park
  Due to upgrade works on Steele Bridge on the Quarry trail in Berowra Valley National Park, there will be changed access to the surrounding trail network from Tuesday 8 October until Tuesday 31 December 2024.
  There will be no access across Berowra Creek on the Great North Walk (GNW) from the Quarry trail section in Hornsby, between Simon trail and Galston Gorge via Tunks Ridge campground.
  Walkers using the GNW will be required to detour via Simon trail, Sydney Road or Ulolo Road, Galston Road, Montview Parade, McKay Road or McKay trail in Hornsby Heights.
  Walkers planning to use Tunks Ridge campground can only access this area from the north, via Galston Road GNW entrance and Tunks Ridge trail.
  Access between Tunks Ridge campground and Quarry Road, Dural via Quarry trail through the Rifle Range safety template is prohibited at all times.
  Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office on (02) 8448 0400.
  
  Safety alerts: Swimming safety in Berowra Valley National Park
  Swimming is not advisable in Berowra Creek at certain times as the water may be subject to variable pollution levels and algal blooms. Please refer to the Hornsby Shire Council website before swimming in Berowra Creek. Alternatively you can call the Hornsby Council 24 hour information line on 9847 6666 or the Algal information line on 1800 999 457.
  Swimming at Fishponds is not advised at any time due to heavy water pollution.
  Penalties apply for non-compliance.For more information, contact the NPWS Chatswood area office on 02 8448 0400 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
  
  Alert kindly provided by © NSW Nataional Parks and Wildlife Service

Start	(-33.7035357,151.0983518)
Mode	Bus Car (There is free parking available.) Train
Directions	From , Pearce’s Corner.
Finish	(-33.6536833,151.1368173)
Mode (end)	Car Shuttle Bus Car (There is free parking available.) Train

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