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This is a smooth and mostly flat walk with a fantastic lookout in the Royal National Park. The concrete path starts at the Area Office car park, passes a pleasant and usually quiet picnic area, then winds gently down through the bush. The path leads to the fenced Bungoona Lookout, where you can enjoy views over the Hacking River and a large part of the Royal National Park. Take your time to read the signs and enjoy the plants and rock formations along the way. There are plenty of bench seats along the way to rest. 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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Bungoona Path

990 m return

20 min to 40 min

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Starting from Wilson River Picnic Area, this short circuit walk through the World Heritage rainforest is perfect for children to learn about the names of trees and ferns before heading back to the picnic area for lunch. Let us begin by acknowledging the Birpai 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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Botanic Walk

345 m circuit

5 min to 20 min

From Guthega village, this walk leads you over Blue Cow Creek and alongside the Snowy River to Illawong Lodge and the suspension bridge. You will be using a narrow, unsignposted but generally clear track. A flying fox is in place over Blue Cow Creek, however a more modern bridge offers a safer path across. This walk takes you to remote (locked) hut on the flat plain beside the Snowy River, where the suspension bridge provides great views up and down the valley. Let us begin by acknowledging the Ngarigo 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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Illawong Walk

6.1 km return

2 h 15 min to 2 h 45 min

2 h 15 min to 2 h 45 min

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Great North Walk: Mooney Mooney Creek Trackhead to Somersby

Great North Walk: Mooney Mooney Creek Trackhead to Somersby

16 km oneway

5 h 32 min to 8 h

This enjoyable walk starts from where the old Pacific Hwy where you walk along dirt roads and trails for while alongside the wide Mooney Mooney Creek, and under the huge F3 Mooney Mooney bridge. The wide track continues upstream, passing a few campsites before crossing the wide creek at a pleasant large rock platform. Not too long after crossing the creek you will pass the lower Mooney Mooney Dam where the old trail leads you uphill past another campsite, a quarry to the Somersby Reservoir. The track then leads past some rural properties and across the delightful Robinson Creek among the Gymea Lilies before finishing with a section of road walking to the Somersby Store. 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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North Ryde Fairyland Circuit

North Ryde Fairyland Circuit

6.8 km circuit

2 h 15 min to 2 h 30 min

6.8 km

Circuit

Starting at North Ryde train station this walk explores a stretch of the Lane Cove River, visiting the historic Fairlylands Pleasure Grounds along the way. The walk starts by wandering through the Riverside Corporate Park and soon comes alongside the Lane Cove River to join the Great North Walk. Here we follows the GNW though Fairylands before exploring a few streets in Chatswood West. After the weir, this walk leaves the main spine of the Great North Walk to explore the lovely River Side Track, through many picnic areas and up to the Lane Cove Tourist Park. Here the you wander along the roads back to the train station. 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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2 h 15 min to 2 h 30 min

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Starting from Botanic Garden Car Park, Kings Park, this walk takes you on a circuit in the area. Botanic Garden Park is a gemstone for families and their children with the facilities and the wide range of wildflowers it offers. You can relax without travelling vast distances in the bush setting and observe the wildlife around the area without breaking a sweat. There are useful facilities around the area as well and the walk is suitable for all skill levels. 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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Bushland Nature Loop

1.2 km circuit

20 min to 45 min

Bundeena to Marley Beach

13.1 km return

4 h 15 min to 4 h 30 min

Bundeena to Marley Beach

13.1 km

Return

Going from the small town of Bundeena, to one of the largest beaches in the Royal National Park, this walk has great views of the Coast as it heads south through the heath and along the rockshelf. The walk then descends to Marley Beach, which offers the opportunity to swim and explore the lagoon, before heading back to Bundeena. On a sunny day this track is a pure delight. 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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4 h 15 min to 4 h 30 min

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Ferry

Starting from the car park at the corner of Gill Terrace and the South Eastern Freeway (near the Old Tollgate), Glen Osmond, this circuit walk lets you see the Glen Osmond mine chimney, mostly via the Old Toll Gate Access Track and Mt Osmond Fire Track. The Toll Gate Circuit is a picturesque walking track at the city's southeastern corner, offering stunning views of the city itself and the ocean. The journey takes visitors beyond the Glen Osmond mine chimney and through Danthonia Reserve, where they can see the stone chimney, which was the flue for a smelter located north of the adit. Along the way, hikers can enjoy the lush greenery and may even spot a koala. The track is well-signed and has numbered checkpoints. It is also a part of the Burnside Walks network. However, visitors should be careful of cars while walking along Gill Terrace, as a big part of the road doesn't have a footpath next to it. 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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Toll Gate Circuit

2 km circuit

45 min to 1 h 15 min

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Bus

Curry Rd to The Bluff (via the Natural Bridge)

Curry Rd to The Bluff (via the Natural Bridge)

3.8 km return

1 h 30 min to 3 h

From Currie Rd in Forestville, this walk visits the sandstone archway known as the Natural Bridge before climbing the hill and continuing to the Bluff. The Bluff is a large rocky point, with its own interesting shapes and a fantastic view down Middle Harbour and across to the city. Let us begin by acknowledging the Guringai 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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Caves

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Daleys Point Walking Track

Daleys Point Walking Track

3.6 km return

1 h 15 min to 1 h 45 min

3.6 km

Return

Take this return walk in Bouddi National Park to experience the Aboriginal cultural heritage. There are great views from the Daleys Point Aboriginal site across Cockle Bay Nature Reserve and Brisbane Water. Let us begin by acknowledging the Darkinjung & Guringai 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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1 h 15 min to 1 h 45 min

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Mount Jerrabomberra Circuit

Mount Jerrabomberra Circuit

3.4 km circuit

1 h 15 min to 1 h 45 min

3.4 km

Circuit

Starting from the end of Jerrabomberra Hill Road(paved section), Jerrabomberra, this walk takes you to the mount’s summit, going through the eucalypt-dominated woodland and loops back. Let the relaxing birdsong take you away as you make your way up, and savor the exquisite views over Queanbeyan at the top. The signpost at the summit provides a great deal of information, as well as visually guiding you around. Birdwatching can be quite fruitful as the area is home to a bunch of bird species such as the Hooded Robin, Red-capped Robin and the Brown Treecreeper. 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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1 h 15 min to 1 h 45 min

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Wattamolla picnic area to Wattamolla Dam

Wattamolla picnic area to Wattamolla Dam

1.6 km return

40 min to 45 min

This short return walk starts from the Wattamolla picnic area car park, and winds north along the Coast Track to the Wattamolla Dam. The small dam is nestled below a waterfall on Wattamolla creek and is a great spot for a quiet dip before 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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Swim

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Yellow to Red Arrow Circuit

Yellow to Red Arrow Circuit

3.5 km circuit

1 h 30 min to 2 h

Starting from the car park off Aeroglen Drive, Aeroglen, this walk takes you on a mixed circuit of designated walking tracks in Mount Whitfield Conservation Park. Starting from the Yellow Arrow track, you’ll travel a short distance along the Blue Arrow Circuit track to reach the Red Arrow Circuit. Expect to be surprised by the gorgeous coastal views along with a great opportunity to watch aircraft land and takeoff from the Cairns Airport nearby. With clearly formed tracks that are well signposted, this set of tracks are quite popular amongst trail runners. Keep an eye out for echidnas and red-legged pademelons throughout the track. The yellow arrow section of the track can be quite windy, so remember to bring layers. The tracks are quite popular, so scheduling it on an early weekday morning can help avoid the crowd. 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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Starting from Illaweena Street, Drewvale, this walk takes you on a circuit in the serene Karawatha Forest, crossing a lagoon and a creek along the way. This peaceful piece of bushland and wetland is home to 100+ bird species. Other than birds, you may run into koalas, kangaroos and lace monitors(reptiles). If lucky, you can even spot a greater glider or a green-thighed frog. There is an extensive web of well signposted tracks in the forest which you can choose from, and most of them provide a decent amount of shade. Keep an ear out for mountain bikers. Come early to avoid the crowd and minimize the car noise coming from the road. Dogs are allowed on leash. 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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Karawatha Forest Circuit

9.7 km circuit

2 h 30 min to 4 h

Karawatha Forest Circuit

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