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Bickley Reservoir Circuit

Bickley Reservoir Circuit

3.3 km circuit

1 h 15 min to 2 h 30 min

3.3 km

Circuit

Walk

1 h 15 min to 2 h 30 min

Starting from the car park next to Bickley Outdoor Recreational Camp, Orange Grove, this walk takes you on a circuit around Bickley Reservoir. This is a moderately difficult walk through the Beautiful Wandoo and Sheok forest that offers you views of granite outcrops and valleys along the ridgeline. The reservoir was closed in 1944, and it was used mainly for irrigation before then. It is utilised for recreational activities such as barbecues, canoeing and llama walking. Additionally, There is also plenty of wildflowers for the enthusiasts. The walk can be challenging in certain sections with steep hills, so you might want to wear sturdy hiking shoes with ankle support. 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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Onkaparinga Gorge Link Trail

Onkaparinga Gorge Link Trail

3.3 km oneway

1 h to 1 h 30 min

Starting from the Sundews Trails (Gate 11) car park on Piggott Range Road, Onkaparinga Hills, this walk takes you across the Onkaparinga River via the Onkaparinga Gorge Link Trail. This moderately challenging walk initially follows a wide fire track along Sundews Ridge at the eastern end of Onkaparinga River National Park, then descends into the gorge and crosses the Onkaparinga River. The walk continues following the fire track for another kilometre, offering views over nearby vineyards before emerging at Gate 20 on Chapel Hill Road, from where the walk can also be started. Cycling is also permitted on this trail. The descent and ascent in and out of the gorge are steep and may be slippery after rains, and the river is often impassable during wet periods. This walk consists of wide fire tracks with compacted natural surfaces, steep hills and river crossings, and is suitable for moderate fitness 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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Birdwatching

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Cooleman Hill Nature Circuit

Cooleman Hill Nature Circuit

3.3 km circuit

1 h to 1 h 45 min

Cooleman Hill Nature Circuit is a circuit walk starting from the end of Kathner Street, Chapman. This walk takes you through the Cooleman Ridge Nature Reserve, a natural landscape with sweeping views over Bullen Range. You can almost see the whole Weston Creek district from the top of Cooleman Hill, and there's a hammock to relax in. Keep an eye out for exciting bird species like the Diamond Firetrail and the Flame Robin. The reserve is also home to the endangered Pink-tailed Worm-lizard. You can even spot the Telstra Tower if you know where to look. This walk is pet friendly (on a leash), so feel free to bring your furry friends along. 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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Saltwater Beach to Red Cliffs

Saltwater Beach to Red Cliffs

3.3 km return

1 h to 1 h 30 min

This walk starts from Saltwater Creek camping area and heads north around the bay to the red cliffs. The walk gives an opportunity to explore the end of Saltwater Creek, the beach and the varied bushland on it's journey to the bald rock platform. From the rock platform, there are awesome views and sounds of the sea smashing against the red cliffs below. It is worth spending some time exploring the rocks, being careful to stay clear of the edge. Let us begin by acknowledging the Yuin 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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Bateau Bay Beach to Crackneck Beach

Bateau Bay Beach to Crackneck Beach

3.3 km return

1 h 15 min to 2 h 30 min

3.3 km

Return

Walk

1 h 15 min to 2 h 30 min

A great walk along the beach and rocky shoreline near Bateau Bay. The unnamed, rocky beach below Crackneck Lookout is a beautiful spot and there are plenty of interesting shapes and textures in the rocks and rockshelf along the way. There is a bit of rockhopping, but much less than when approaching 'Crackneck' beach from the south. Parts of the walk are very exposed to the ocean and should not be attempted at high tides or during high seas. 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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Campbell Dr to Birdie Beach View (Geebung Track)

Campbell Dr to Birdie Beach View (Geebung Track)

3.3 km return

1 h to 1 h 15 min

This walk follows the Geebung Track to the sweeping views of Birdie Beach. From Campbell Dr, you will follow a management trail down to a creek where the Geebung Track narrows and winds through the heath to the top of the hill, where there is a view to Birdie Beach. The views south along Birdie Beach are good and extend over Bird Island to Norah Head. This walk is especially worthwhile in spring when the wildflowers are in bloom (although you will still see wildflowers for much of summer). 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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Environment

Red Hands Cave is a small sandstone overhang cave that showcases a number of very clear hand stencillings. The site is protected with an obtrusive cage to keep would-be vandals out. There are a number of signs explaining the history and some artifacts found in the area. The walk is enjoyable and seems to take less time than the drive around. If you are reasonably fit, consider the walk to the same cave, starting from the causeway. Let us begin by acknowledging the Dharug & Gundungurra 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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Red Hands Cave

3.3 km return

1 h to 1 h 45 min

Caves

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Headland Track (Resolute Track)

Headland Track (Resolute Track)

3.3 km circuit

1 h 30 min to 1 h 45 min

3.3 km

Circuit

Walk

1 h 30 min to 1 h 45 min

This walk is a great way to see two major Aboriginal sites and up to three of Ku-ring-gai Chase's beaches. The circuit walk visits Red Hands Cave and some historic engravings, in addition to enjoying expansive views over Pittwater, with Barrenjoey Headland as a feature. The walk includes Resolute and West Head beaches and the option of a side trip to Mackerel Beach as well. To top it all off, this walk has an added bonus of a WWII gun emplacement to explore. 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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This walk takes you on a circuit via the Cascades Walk and Wymans Hike tracks, starting near the Blue Gum Car park on Spring Gully Road, Spring Gully. As you walk through Spring Gully Conservation Park, be mindful of the rare red stringybark tree. Stop at the gentle waterfall, especially if walking after rain, before returning to the car park. There’s a picnic area and a great lookout at the start, making it a great beginning or end to the walk. 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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Wymans Hike

3.3 km circuit

1 h to 1 h 30 min

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Great West Walk: Seven Hills to Blacktown

Great West Walk: Seven Hills to Blacktown

3.3 km oneway

45 min to 1 h 30 min

Starting from Seven Hills train station this walk follows the Blacktown Creek on paths and streets all the way to Blacktown 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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Urban

Starting from the Sundews Lookout Car park on Piggott Range Road, Onkaparinga Hills, this circuit walk takes you past Sundews Lookout via the Sundews Ridge Hike. This hike leads to Sundews Lookout with spectacular views over the gorge. Keep a lookout for kangaroos while walking along the ridge toward the car park. Let us begin by acknowledging the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Sundews Ridge Circuit

3.3 km circuit

1 h to 2 h

Sundews Ridge Circuit

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Echo Point to Katoomba Falls

Echo Point to Katoomba Falls

3.3 km return

1 h 45 min to 3 h

From one magnificent lookout to more magnificent lookouts of the Jamison Valley, this walk just gets better as it heads from the highly popular Echo Point, to Katoomba Falls. Hidden below Katoomba Park these falls are enchanting to watch as the water cascades down the rocks and along the stream. From here, the walk continues for a short distance to another great lookout before returning to Echo Point. Let us begin by acknowledging the Dharug & Gundungurra 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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Waterfall

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The Pound Bend Loop, Warrandyte, starts near the car park at the end of Everard Road, looping around the Pound Bend Reserve via the Tank Track, along the Yarra River. Enjoy this simple and easy loop walk through the bush, with fantastic views of the Yarra River along the way. There are plenty of little tracks that veer off the main one, that allow you to walk closer to the water. A variety of birds can be spotted on this walk, as well as kangaroos and echidnas. Towards the end of the walk, there’s a steep stair climb, and there are some rocky sections along the way, which can be slightly challenging. 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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Pound Bend Loop

3.3 km circuit

1 h to 1 h 30 min

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Toohey Mountain & Mayne Ridge

Toohey Mountain & Mayne Ridge

3.3 km circuit

1 h to 1 h 45 min

Starting from Mayne Estate Picnic Area, Salisbury, this circuit walk gives you a tour of the northwestern corner of Toohey Forest, visiting Toohey Mountain along the way. The Toohey Mountain & Mayne Ridge track is a great way to escape the chaos of the city without leaving it. The walk takes you through a mixture of terrain and scenery. Toohey Forest is home to 400+ animal species, and the most common ones you can see in this part of it are the turkeys. These tracks are suitable for trail running as well. The signage may not be on point, but using the app/map will help you stay on track. It's an excellent option for those who want to enjoy a bit of nature and solitude within the city limits. 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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Pets

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Urban