Total climbing: 189m, Following the Great North Walk, and the upper reaches of the Lane Cove River South, this walk explores dense bushland surrounding the river. There is no drinkable water along the track but there are some good cafes in Brooklyn and a pub if you prefer a cold beer. The engravings are a little tricky to decipher but include a man in a head-dress, an animal (perhaps a koala) and another figure. Along this walk you will see a dense and thriving forest filled with Blue Gums and Bracken Ferns, plenty of wild flowers and a wide variety of native animals. Ridge-top campsite overlooking Berowra Waters: a great alternative to the main camp site on Berowra Ridge, Berowra Valley NP, Boronias in bloom and a happy bee, Berowra Valley NP, Me, Garry Lomas and two very full packs after taking on our friend’s pack weight and climbing up from Jerusalem Bay, Kuring-gai Chase NP (with Boreas Lost Coast 60 maxed out), “The longest 6km of my life” (according to Garry): the fire trail to Brooklyn, Kuring-gai Chase NP, Thanks Shelley. Total climbing: 561m, A beautiful walk through the Berowra Valley Regional Park. Total climbing: 374m, This is a hilly walk out of the beautiful Berowra Waters valley to Cowan Station. The beginning is a steep ascent, however, once you get past this it is a beautiful bush walk with the dam being a wonderful endpoint due to the variety of wildlife and the scenery. The walk winds down to Cowan Creek, providing some great views as the creek becomes wider. There is no drinkable water along the track but there are some good cafes in Brooklyn and a pub if you prefer a cold beer. John gritted his teeth and bolted ahead. The close proximity to Brooklyn Dam means close water. There are shared bathroom facilities. With the promise of gorgeous weather today, I made the decision earlier in the week to complete the Great North Walk from Berowra to Brooklyn. Cowan to Brooklyn (GNW) - This Cowan to Brooklyn Station walk is a popular section of the Great North Walk, with scenery ranging from foreshore to ridge top lookouts. The cheapest way to get from Brooklyn to Berowra costs only $1,638, and the quickest way takes just 25¾ hours. Total climbing: 280m, This walk offers a great way to explore most of the Warrimoo Track and also visit the Sphinx War Memorial. Here you follow the Blue Gum walk through one of Sydney’s rare Blue Gum Forest stands to then cross Berowra Creek a few times at Fishponds waterhole. Total climbing: 938m, Ridge tops, grasslands, creek crossings and spectacular views are all part of this walk as it ventures from the ridge above Berowra Creek down to water level and back up again. The campsite is well set up and managed by Hornsby Council. Total climbing: 44m, This is a pleasant dog-friendly walk, passing through some nice bush on the fringe of Cherrybrook. Note this walk was re-routed in early 2016 to go via the streets of Hornsby Heights. This re-route is due to the multi-agency decision to close the Fishponds to Steele Bridge section of the Benowie Track. A short side trip at the end of the walk uses the ferry to cross the creek, to a cafe where you can grab a well deserved ice cream or bite to eat. There are good spots to eat or grab a coffee near Thornleigh station before or after the walk. There are some steep climbs, and some pleasant strolls alongside the Berowra Creek. Berowra creek is susceptible to pollution. The small campsite next to Brooklyn Dam, Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park, is a small grassy campsite which has room for approximately four sites. Total climbing: 597m, This half day return walk starts from the Crosslands Reserve and follows a section of the Great North Walk along side Berowra creek, across boardwalks and bush tracks, before climbing steeply up the side of the valley to the Naa Badu Lookout. Another great bushland walk in the midst of the suburbs. Turn left: From the intersection, the walk follows the ‘Galston Gorge’ sign, Galston Gorge track head is located at a small car park, Turn left: From the Galston Gorge trackhead, this walk follows the ‘Crosslands’ sign, Continue straight: From the waterfall, this walk follows the GNW markers, This shady campsite is located on the Benowie Track a short distance back from Berowra Creek, south of the Crosslands Reserve. Total climbing: 180m, Starting with a walk through the streets of Wahroonga, this walk then heads bush, following the Gibberagong Track to Bobbin Head. Wild Walks track notes: the walk links up sections of the. Continue straight: From the clearing at Jerusalem Bay, this walk follows the ‘Great North Walk’ sign, Continue straight: From the small clearing, Turn right: From the intersection, this walk follows the ‘Brooklyn’ sign, Continue straight: From the intersection, this walk follows the ‘Great North Walk’ sign. The full Jerusalem Bay Track (Cowan to Brooklyn) is one of the harder walks in Ku-ring-gai National Park, and combines distance with some steep sections. The remaining (660m) is affected by forecast, unforecast storms and severe weather events that may impact on navigation and safety. There are many grass trees and sandstone caves to enjoy as well as several lovely places to camp. This walk explores several different environments in the Regional Park along the way. But be warned: the walk will test you with steep scrambles up rocks and knee-jarring descents: ‘Normally, if you told me to walk up that hill,’ said John as we eyed off the unforgiving 200m ascent towards Naa Badu lookout from the comfort of a shady boulder, ‘I’d tell you to fuck off.’ And that was only the first climb. This re-route is due to the multi-agency decision to close the Fishponds to Steele Bridge section of the Benowie Track. This studio style accommodation starts from $120 per night with a spa, television and free wifi. Stop and read the information signs along the way, bring your dog for a walk or use this trail for fitness training. The start and end of the walk are close to good shopping centres, so this is also a good walk for those who like to start or finish their walks in a cafe. You can refill the tummy in Berowra Waters with a couple cafes to choose from. The steep ascents and descents through dry sclerophyll forest and across open ridge tops are lined by angophoras, scribbly gums, and heath-leaved banksia (Banksia ericifolia), and open to sweeping views over densely forested slopes and the snaking waterways of the region. Total climbing: 1423m, This overnight walk starts from Gordon train station and winds through bush filled valleys to Hornsby station. Total climbing: 1757m, This overnight walk starts from Thornleigh train station and follows the Great North Walk down through the Berowra Valley Regional Park and along Berowra creek. Salt Marsh, Calna Creek, Berowra Valley NP. Please call ahead, as the restaurant is also a popular venue for weddings. From Cowan Station, the walk passes through a variety of environments, with dryer vegetation near the freeway and moister rainforest-like plants near the water. Walk north along the track by the side of the creek past the car park and look for a large rock next to the path on your right. Total climbing: 22m, This great walk starts from Crosslands Reserve. The authorised dog walk exits up the steps to the base of De Saxe Cl. From the F3 Freeway take the Berowra turning and go down Berowra Waters Road to the ferry. 40km of this walk is not usually affected by severe weather events (that would unexpectedly impact safety and navigation) and another 2.3km is affected by storms that may impact your navigation and safety. Total climbing: 106m, A really nice loop walk in a corner of Berowra Valley Regional Park with good access by public transport. This decision has upset many people and the protest continues. Sit quietly on the bank of Waitara Creek and you may see a water dragon, or get going early and listen for the Lyrebirds. Swimming should be avoided for three days after heavy rainfall or if the water is discoloured. Naa Badu means ‘See water’, Continue straight: From the ‘Naa Badu’ lookout, Turn left: From the intersection, the walk follows the ‘Berowra Waters’ sign. 2-day walk with overnight camp on Berowra Ridge Day 1: Mt Kuring-gai station to Berowra Ridge campsite, approx. On this walk you will spend much of the time on ridges enjoying scattered views across the Berowra Creek Valley, there are especially good views from Naa Badu Lookout. From here the track follows the picturesque Cowan Creek for a while before heading up the ridge to Mt Kuring-gai Station. You walk through some beautiful bush with a good array of grass and eucalyptus trees. Dogs on leash are most welcome on this section of the trail. There are some fantastic lookouts along the way and some excellent scenery along Berowra creek, including the ‘Fishponds’. There are picnic benches and seats making it a great place for lunch. Fishponds is a wonderful highlight, it is a lovely water hole surrounded by tall sandstone cliffs. From the Gorge the track keeps following the Berowra Creek past a waterfall to the Crosslands Campsite. Enjoy a cool drink from the cafe at the end of the walk. Total climbing: 287m, This delightful loop is one of the prettiest and most popular walks in the Hornsby area. There are a number of great waterviews, and two short side trips to add to this venture. When it's time to answer the call of the wild, pack the sandwiches and grab your mates for a rugged bushwalk near Brooklyn. Total climbing: 1005m, This section of the Great North Walk starts from the Crosslands camping area and winds north alongside Berowra creek, passing through Berowra Waters and climbing up into Cowan. After about 600m, Manor Road turns to skirt about Mount Wilga Hospital, and the road changes name to Rosamond St. The walk at a glance. My friend John and I had been planning this walk, which navigates Sydney’s great Hawkesbury River mouth region, for some months. The common feature, however, is how well managed these trails are. The campsite is not the best, and you will need to carry in water. Find the travel option that best suits you. Total climbing: 846m, With train station at each end this walk explores the ridges and valleys around Berowra Waters. 24km of this walk requires some bushwalking experience and another 18km requires no previous bushwalking experience. There are many small sandstone caves and a great diversity in plant life along the way. Whilst another 11km is very steep and the remaining 3.3km is flat with no steps. Total climbing: 1690m, This pleasant half day walk starts from Wareemba Avenue in Thornleigh and winds down into the valley along service trails and bush tracks. The walk starts at the end of Daphne Pl, Cherrybrook and can be done as a one-way walk, finishing at Patricia Cl, or by returning along the same track. The section just south of Thornleigh is the highlight of the walk as the bushtrail winds its way around the hill. Berowra to Cowan (GNW) - One of the hillier sections of the Great North Walk - you can start/finish at Berowra Station or Berowra Waters (car access only). Breakfast can be organised for an extra fee. Crosslands and Tunks Ridge Reserve are popular rest places. This is the planned overnight stay for the end of day 2, happy camping. There are picnic tables, Veer left: From the toilet block, this walk follows the dirt footpath, Crosslands Reserve is lovely and long mixed use picnic area, spanning along the edge of Berowra Creek. Be sure to pace yourself and take regular breaks. Walk can be reached by public transport at both ends: departs from Mt Kuring-gai and ends at Hawkesbury River station. This is a short and interesting walk to one on those really beautiful pockets of bush in the middle of the suburbs. There is just one steep section climbing up from Jerusalem Bay where the track runs concurrent with the Jerusalem Bay Trail. John’s knee gave way late on Day 1 (a compressed meniscus, apparently) and, though he soldiered on, by the time we reached Jerusalem Bay on Day 2 he was in agony and there was no going back. Once the track flattens out again, it comes to an intersection with the Simon Pl management trail on the right, at a fairly large clearing. This is one of the prettiest multi-day walks in the area. Total climbing: 1319m, One of the longer day walks in Berowra Valley National Park, this walk mostly follows Berowra Creek along the Great North Walk. 5 Things To Do In Sydney This Summer - Chattr -We connect socially conscious, curious young people with digestible information, lived experiences, no bull-shit guidance, and humorous insight. This walk, which joins up with the Great North Walk, reveals the many ecotones behind the seemingly impenentrable sclerophyll forests that line the steep shores of Berwowra Waters valley and the Hawkesbury river. The walk mostly follows the iconic Great North Walk, keeping mostly to bushland. The walk crosses a few moist and cool gullies and scrambles for a few rocky outcrops. We have also include an alternate exit, staying on the main trail to then end of Timbarra Rd for those walking without dogs. There are two options for overnight visits, both need to be booked in advance. The remaining (1.1km) has minimal directional signs. Total climbing: 231m, This track takes you to one of the most iconic views along the the Great North Walk. The bay itself is also popular with boaters who can anchor in the bay. This section of the Great North Walk finishes at the railway station in Brooklyn. Only an hour from Sydney, it’s a great bush getaway taking in several fascinating historic sites. 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