Galston Gorge to Berowra Station

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5 hrs 30 mins

12.9 km One way

974 m

Hard track

Following mostly along the side of Berowra Creek, along a section of the Great North Walk, this walk is worth spending the day on. Crosslands is a good spot to break at about the half-way mark. Highlights include the views from the top of the ridges between Galston Gorge and Crosslands, and the section of track west of Calana Creek. There are a few nice water falls and classic sandstone formations for the area. Getting to the start may be tricky, but a taxi will drop you off.

Walking track north of Galston Gorge Trackhead

An old car that missed a turn on Galston Rd

Grass tree and rocky track north of Galston Gorge Trackhead

Grass tree north of Galston Gorge Trackhead

Patersonia Lily (Patersonia sericea) north of Galston Gorge

Stone steps leading up the side of the cliff

Walking along the narrow track north of Galston Gorge

Pleasent small waterfall north of Galson Gorge

Walking along a rock platform west of Hornsby Heights

Fenced section of track on the west side of Hornsby Heights

Small clearing on ridge north of Galson Gorge

Board walk south of Berowra Creek campsite

Water Dragon near Berowra Creek campsite

Overhang south of Berowra Creek campsite

Pleasent forest near Berowra Creek campsite

Bridge just east of Berowra Creek campsite

Creek crossing north of Berowra Creek campsite

Looking across Berowra Creek to convention centre

Toilet block on the southern side of Crosslands

int of Berowra creek lookout and Great North Walk

Section of boardwalk east of Berowra Creek Lookout

Grass trees along track near Berowra Creek

Flat marshland on south side of Sams Creek

Enjoying the great views from Naa Badu Lookout

Walking along trail on south side of Berowra Heights

Intersection at the bottom of Joalah St trail

walking along the management trail south of Berowra Heights

Grey Spider Flower (Grevillea Buxifolia)

Intersection of Benowie Walking Track and Crowley Road

Galston Gorge track head

Galston Gorge track head is located at a small car park[1] 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[2]. Keep an eye open for the local chickens[3].

(0km) Galston Gorge track head → Unnamed Falls

1.3 km

41 mins

161m

-109m Moderate track

From the Galston Gorge trackhead, this walk follows the 'Crosslands' sign[4] up the timber steps, away from the road[5]. The track soon bends left then mostly flattens out as it winds along the side of the valley for almost 200m, where it passes above an old rusted car[6] (some distance down the hill, to your left). Here the narrowing, rocky track winds down through a lovely grass tree[7] and boulder[8] forest for about 600m, coming to a small flat rock platform[9]. The walk then bends right (ignoring the steep track down to the left). The track then leads among more grass trees for another 100m and crosses a mossy and rocky gully[10]. Once across this gully, the track begins to climb steeply[11], then up a steep set of steps (through a crack in the rock)[12]. At the top of the steps, the track continues to climb for another 70m before mostly flattening out[13]. Soon the track starts to wind downhill, crossing a wider mossy gully[14] with larger boulders[15] and a small waterfall[16]. The gully is marked with a few GNW markers[17].

Gulley Creek Falls

This is a nice little creek crossing[18] on the Great North Walk in Galston Gorge. The small falls[19][20] 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.

(1km) Unnamed Falls → Berowra Creek campsite track

3.4 km

1 hr 28 mins climb

217m

-297m Hard track

Continue straight: From the waterfall, this walk follows the GNW markers[21] out of the gully, initially keeping the waterfall[22] up to your right. The rocky track leads up the side of the hill[23], moderately steeply at times, for about 600m and then passes along the base of a long rock wall[24] (on your right). At the end of this wall, the walk climbs the carved steps[25]. The walk continues along the track for about 600m, walking along the series of unfenced rock platforms[26] (passing under the high-tension power-lines[27]) to then head down to a section of fenced track. There are some good valley views from this lookout[28]. From the end of the fence, the track soon starts to lead further downhill for about 150m, coming to a clearing on a flat rock platform[29]which is marked with a GNW arrow post[30]. Here, the walk turns left and winds quite steeply[31] downhill for about 120m, to then follow a flatter section of track with plenty of grass trees[32]. After about 300m (passing close to the creek a couple of times[33]), the walk crosses a rocky gully[34] (where you can see the creek again on your left). Continuing along the side of the valley for about 250m, the track then leads across another rocky gully[35] and finds another nice spot beside Berowra Creek just beyond[36]. The track continues near the creek (passing under the power lines) for another 300m and climbs down a rock with a couple of metal pegs[37]. Over the next 600m, the track crosses a couple of small, flat timber bridges[38][39] and passes alongside the lovely creek[40] to then climb up through a crack in a rock, where there is a handrail in place[41]. On the other side of this little climb, the track passes under a small overhang[42] and continues alongside the creek for another 300m, where it comes to an intersection[43] with a track on your right (which leads to a clearing[44] and campsite[45]).

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[46], flat ground[47] and an established fire scar[48], 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.

(5km) Berowra Creek campsite track → Crosslands southern toilet block

1.4 km

33 mins

85m

-84m Moderate track

Continue straight: From the intersection near the campsite, this walk follows the clear track alongside Berowra Creek, whilst keeping the creek to your left. After about 30m, the track crosses a small, flat, timber bridge[49], then continues to wind along near the creek[50] for about 300m before crossing a rocky gully[51], with a small creek[52]. After another 250m of walking through the the fern and turpentine forest, the track leads to an overgrown but signposted campsite[53] (on your left). The track then crosses a small creek using a timber bridge with a handrail[54] then almost 200m later, the track passes a more open area that has been used as a campsite[55]. The track continues mostly flat for another 100m, coming to a view across the creek (to the grassy area of Crosslands Youth and Convention Centre[57]). Here the walk climbs the stone steps[58], to pass another (unfenced) view across the creek[59]. The track continues to wind downhill[60] for another 250m, then heads along the flat[61], past the 'Crosslands Reserve' sign[62], to come to the large corrugated iron toilet block[63].

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[64], electric barbecues[65], toilets[66], a children's playground[67], garbage bins[68] and town water[69]. There is a large flat grassy areas to camp and a single authorised fire pit[70]. 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[72]. More info.

(6km) Crosslands southern toilet block → Crosslands Carpark

340 m

5 mins

-5m Very easy

Veer left: From the toilet block, this walk follows the dirt footpath[73] nearest the creek, towards the main area of Crosslands reserve, whilst keeping the creek to your left. The track soon leads past a 'Boats destroyed' information sign[74], then past the only 'Authorised fire pit'[75][76] and main camping area. This walk then continues along the path, passing the 'Climate change and the river' information sign[77] and timber viewing platform[78][79]. Here the path leads past the picnic shelters[80] and BBQ's[81] to then continue along the concrete footpath[82]. The path leads past another viewing platform[83] (and information sign), then past the children's play equipment [84] and comes to the end of the path where there is a car park[85](on your right) and sign pointing to 'Crosslands Conventions Centre AND Field Study' across the creek (on your left)[86]

Crosslands

Crosslands Reserve is lovely and long mixed use picnic area, spanning along the edge of Berowra Creek. There are picnic tables[87], electric barbecues[88], toilets[89], car parking[90], a children's playground[91], garbage bins[92], camping area, toilets

[Toilet Accessible]

and town water[93]. 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.

(6km) Crosslands Carpark → Northern end of Crosslands carpark

250 m

4 mins

0m Very easy

Continue straight: From the car park, this walk follows the flat dirt path[97] between the road (on the right) and creek (on the left). The path leads through the casuarina trees for about 120m to pass the boat ramp[98]. After another 120m this walk comes to a locked gate[99] at the northern end of the car park[100]. There is also a wetland through the trees to the right worth noticing.

(7km) Northern end of Crosslands Carpark → Crosslands North

260 m

4 mins

-2m Very easy

Continue straight: From the northern end of Crosslands car park[101] (at the far northern end of Somerville Rd, Hornsby Heights), this walk follows the 'Newcastle' arrow[102] on the large 'Great North Walk' sign around the locked gate

[Wheelchair Rough]

and along the sealed old road[103]. The walk continues along the old road for just over 150m passing 4 picnic tables

[Picnic Table]

to come to a y-intersection[104]. At the intersection this walk veers right, past the 'Place of Winds' sign[105] and wetland[106] (on your right). This walk continues along this old road for a little longer, coming to an intersection marked with a large 'Crosslands' information board[107] and 'Great North walk' sign[108]. This is just on the edge of the northern picnic area[109], not far from the toilet block[110]

[Toilet]

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

[Toilet]

[111][112] and a few sandy beaches with direct access to the water[113]. Here you will find a few picnic tables

[Picnic Table]

and shelters

[Picnic Shelter]

[114], as well as garbage bins[115]. The eastern side is home to a boardwalk exploring the estuarine wetland[116]. A pleasant area to rest and enjoy the water. Fires are only permitted in formally established fire places[117] .

(7km) Crosslands North → Estuaries viewing platform int.

220 m

4 mins

-5m Very easy

Turn right: From the intersection at the northern picnic area[118], this walk follows the 'Great North Walk' sign[119] along the timber boardwalk[120]

[Trip Hazard]

. The timber boardwalks winds through the mangroves for about 60m, coming to a firm dirt track[121] which leads for another 70m to a second timber boardwalk[122]. The second boardwalk leads for another 70m, past 'Mangrove Food Cycle' information signs[123] to come to an 3-way intersection[124] in the boardwalk with the estuaries viewing platform boardwalk[125] (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[126], the timber fence is 95cm high[127]. There are also information signs about the local flora and fauna[128] and the 'Original Inhabitants'[129]. There are two timber bench seats

[Seat]

[130] encouraging you to take some time to soak up this view.

(7km) Estuaries viewing platform → Sams Creek Ridge Clearing

1.9 km

47 mins

121m

-115m Moderate track

Continue straight: From the intersection at the estuaries viewing platform, this walk follows the timber ramp down to the dirt track[131] and heads past the '..unsuitable for wheelchair access' sign[132]. The track leads alongside the wide creek for about 200m to the 'All creatures great and small' information sign[133], then down a little way further to head along a short section of timber boardwalk[134]. About 100m further along the rocky track, this walk comes to a lookout and a 'Catch the Threats' information sign[135], where the track continues past the bench seat[136] and alongside the creek to the 'The Rock Club' information sign[137]. The track then leads among some grass tress[138] for just over 100m to the 'Bush Supermarket' information sign[139]. Just past this sign, the track begins to climb fairly steeply up the stone[140] and timber steps[141] to the ridge line, marked with a GNW arrow and a 'Stop! Look! Listen! and Smell!' information sign[142].
Continue straight: From the ridge line, this walk follows the GNW arrow east downhill, initially keeping the 'Stop! Look! Listen! and Smell!' information sign[143] on your right. The track bends left and follows the timber steps[144] as the track winds steeply down the side of the hill. Near the bottom of the hill, the track passes a 'Rock n Roll' information sign[145] then comes to a long, metal footbridge[146]. The walk crosses the bridge over Calna Creek and comes to a signposted intersection, with a 'Fragile Marsh' information sign[147]
Veer left: From the intersection, this walk follows the 'Berowra Waters' sign[148] along the timber boardwalk[149]. The boardwalk leads for about 80m across the large open flat saltmarsh[150] into the casuarina forest[151] on the other side. Here the track bends left and leads along the side of the saltmarsh[152] for almost 200m, where the rocky track leads a little further before coming alongside Berowra Creek's mangroves[153]. The track continues to gently undulate along the side of Berowra Creek for about 650m among the casuarinas[154] and grass tress[155], before heading up a fairly short, steep climb. At the top of this climb, the walk comes to a small, flat, pleasant clearing surrounded by large boulders[156].

(9km) Sams Creek ridge clearing → Sams Creek Crossing

500 m

11 mins

20m

-23m Moderate track

Continue straight: From the clearing, this walk leads down the north eastern side of this ridge, keeping the main valley to your left. After about 100m this walk comes to another flat saltmarsh[157] , where the track bends right to soon come to a large flat clearing[158] beside Sams Creek[159] (subject to flooding). The track then leads alongside Sams Creek (on your left) for about 350m when, just after climbing over a rock, the track comes to a 'Crosslands' sign[160] pointing back along the track, beside the creek.

(10km) Sams Creek Crossing → Int of Great North Walk and Berowra Link tracks

670 m

30 mins

181m

-44m Hard track

Turn left: From the south side of the creek, this walk follows the 'Berowra Waters' sign[161] across the rocky Sams Creek. This creek may become impassable after heavy or prolonged rain. On the other side, the track veers left, crossing a rocky gully[162] and heads up the timber steps[163]. The track now starts to climb steeply, zigzagging up the timber steps [164] and a couple of staircases[165] for just over 300m to find a bench seat in a small sandstone cave[166]. After a rest, this walk continues up more steps (and staircases) for just over 150m, coming to a T-intersection with a wide service trail, where a 'Crosslands' sign[167] points back down the track.

(10km) Int of Great North Walk and Berowra Link tracks → Int of Naa Badu Lookout

260 m

7 mins

19m

-22m Easy track

Turn left: From the intersection, this walk follows the 'Berowra Waters' sign[168] gently down along the management trail, keeping the valley to your left. The trail gently undulates along the side of the hill, enjoying some glimpses up to the cliff faces[169] (on the right). After about 180m, the trail crosses a concrete drain[170], then leads up the hill to find the signposted 'Naa Badu' lookout[171] and its great view[172]. At the end of this side trip, retrace your steps back to the main walk then Continue straight.

Naa Badu Lookout

Naa Badu Lookout offers magnificent views south over Berowra Creek as well as over Sams and Calna Creeks. Naa Badu means 'See water'[173] in the Aboriginal tribal language of the Dharug people. It is believed that Berowra Creek was the boundary between the Dharug and Guringai Aboriginal peoples. The lookout is fenced[174], has a bench seat[175], picnic table[176] and a fair amount of natural shade.

(10km) Int of Great North Walk and Berowra Link tracks → Crowley Road track head

2 km

48 mins

163m

-87m Moderate track

Turn right: From the intersection, this walk follows the 'Berowra Station' sign[177] uphill along the wide management trail. The trail then undulates around the side of valley, now generally heading downhill for about 600m before crossing a small creek (where the trail is gravel[178]). The trail continues for another 300m to a wide three-way intersection[179], where a sign (on your right) points back to 'Crosslands'[180].
Veer right: From the intersection, this walk follows the 'Berowra Station' sign[181] downhill along the management trail, which soon bends to the right. The trail then leads moderately steeply downhill[182], before continuing uphill[183] for about 40m more to a Y-intersection with a narrow track[184] (on your left), marked with a GNW arrow[185].
Veer left: From the intersection, this walk follows the GNW arrow post[186] along the narrow track. The track leads over a small rise then down to cross a small creek[187]. The track then heads uphill for about 40m to find a three-way intersection marked with a couple of arrow posts[188].
Veer left: From the intersection, this walk follows the arrow post[189] gently uphill along the track, whilst keeping the gully on your left. Over the next 500m, the track crosses the gully twice then become steeper as it climbs up towards the rocks and drier forest[190]. This walk then climbs the metal staircase[191], turns left and follows the unfenced rock platform[192]. The track soon bends right and climbs up the fairly steep steps[193] for about 120m, which come up behind some houses[194]. From here, the track leads left up through an open grassy parkland[195] (past the sign pointing back down to 'Crosslands'[196]) to find Crowley Rd[197].

(12km) Crowley Road track head → Berowra Station

710 m

14 mins

15m

-25m Very easy

Turn left: From the small park[198], this walk follows the 'Berowra Station' sign[199] alongside Crowley Rd 40m to the roundabout[200]. The walk crosses Berowra Waters Rd[201] in front of the 'Old Berowra District Hall'[202]. Here the walk heads right and follows the footpath past the park[203][204], across 'The Gully Rd'[205], past the Caltex[206] and post office[207] and up to the Pacific Hwy. The walk turns left, following the footpath for just over 150m past a series of local shops and cafes[208][209], then turns right and crosses the highway at the traffic lights[210] past the GNW signpost[211] to Berowra Station[212].

Maps for the Galston Gorge to Berowra Station walk

You can download the PDF for this walk to print a map.
These maps below cover the walk and the wider area around the walk, they are worth carrying for safety reasons.

Hornsby	1:25 000 Map Series	91304S HORNSBY	NSW-91304S
Cowan	1:25 000 Map Series	91304N COWAN	NSW-91304N
Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park Tourist Map	1:40 000 Map Series	CMA Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park Tourist Map	CMA Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park Tourist Map
Sydney	1:100 000 Map Series	9130 SYDNEY	9130

Cross sectional view of the Galston Gorge to Berowra Station bushwalking track

Analysis and summary of the altitude variation on the Galston Gorge to Berowra Station

Altitude analysis for Galston Gorge to Berowra Station

Overview of this walks grade – based on the AS 2156.1 – 2001

Under this standard, a walk is graded based on the most difficult section of the walk.

		Length	12.9 km
		Time	5 hrs 30 mins
		.
Grade 4/6 Hard track	AS 2156.1	Gradient	Very steep (4/6)
		Quality of track	Rough track, where fallen trees and other obstacles are likely (4/6)
		Signs	Directional signs along the way (3/6)
		Experience Required	Moderate level of bushwalking experience recommended (4/6)
		Weather	Weather generally has little impact on safety (1/6)
		Infrastructure	Limited facilities, not all cliffs are fenced (3/6)

Some more details of this walks Grading

Here is a bit more details explaining grading looking at sections of the walk

Gradient

8km of this walk has short steep hills and another 2.4km has gentle hills with occasional steps. Whilst another 1.8km is flat with no steps and the remaining 670m is very steep.

Quality of track

7km of this walk follows a formed track, with some branches and other obstacles and another 3.4km follows a rough track, where fallen trees and other obstacles are likely. Whilst another 1.8km follows a smooth and hardened path and the remaining 1.1km follows a clear and well formed track or trail.

Signs

Around 11km of this walk has directional signs at most intersection, whilst the remaining 1.8km is clearly signposted.

Experience Required

9km of this walk requires some bushwalking experience and another 2.9km requires no previous bushwalking experience. The remaining (670m) requires a leader a with moderate level of bushwalking experience.

weather

This whole walk, 13km is not usually affected by severe weather events (that would unexpectedly impact safety and navigation).

Infrastructure

Around 8km of this walk has limited facilities (such as not all cliffs fenced), whilst the remaining 5km is close to useful facilities (such as fenced cliffs and seats).

Similar walks

A list of walks that share part of the track with the Galston Gorge to Berowra Station walk.

Crosslands to Berowra Creek Lookout

980 m Return, 30 mins

This great walk starts from Crosslands Reserve. The walk follows a section of the Great North Walk along an old road, timber boardwalk and firm dirt tracks to a lovely timber lookout platform on the edge of Berowra Creek. Along the way are signs providing interesting information about the mangroves

Total climbing: 17m

Very easy

Berowra to Berowra Waters

5.7 km One way, 2 hrs 45 mins

This pleasant walk follows the Great North Walk from Berowra Station down to Berowra Waters. 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. The walk crosses a few moist and cool

Total climbing: 287m

Hard track

Crosslands to Naa Badu Lookout return

8.2 km Return, 3 hrs 30 mins

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. The lookout provides a great view down, across the valley

Total climbing: 561m

Hard track

Mt Kuring-gai Track to Berowra station

9.7 km One way, 4 hrs 15 mins

This walk explores three valleys, with great displays of wild flowers in spring, and some nice sandstone overhangs. The section between Mt Kuring-gai and the end of Calna Creek is particularly nice, and Naa Badu Lookout is well worth the small side trip. Take the time to enjoy the many creek side r

Total climbing: 553m

Hard track

Galston Gorge to Mt Kuring-gai

12.6 km One way, 5 hrs 30 mins

This walk follows the eastern side of the steep Berowra Creek valley from Galston Gorge to Crosslands and then heads over the ridge to follow Lyrbird Gully up to the train station at Mt Kuring-gai. This enjoyable section of The Great North Walk spends most of the time enjoying the wide tidal creeks

Total climbing: 846m

Hard track

Berowra to Cowan via Berowra Waters

12.9 km One way, 6 hrs

With train station at each end this walk explores the ridges and valleys around Berowra Waters. There are plenty of excellent views, especially at Naa Badu Lookout and the many creek vantage points along the way. There are some solid climbs on this walk so be sure to allow enough time. Berowra Wate

Total climbing: 884m

Hard track

Crosslands to Berowra Waters return

13.7 km Return, 6 hrs

This return walk starts from the Crosslands Reserve and follows the Great North Walk along Berowra creek. The walk includes some boardwalks. After climbing up the side of the valley, the walk comes back down into Berowra Waters. Here you can enjoy lunch by Berowra Creek, at the Garden House restaura

Total climbing: 1005m

Hard track

Crosslands to Cowan

14 km One way, 7 hrs 30 mins

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. This day walk provides great views of the Berowra creek from the Naa Badu lookout and, as it finishes at the Cowan train st

Total climbing: 1103m

Hard track

Hornsby station to Crosslands

16.1 km One way, 6 hrs 45 mins

This section of the Great North Walk starts from Hornsby train station and winds down along the Blue Gum Walk into Fishponds. Enjoy the wonderful water hole at fishponds before continuing along Berowra Creek, passing through the Tunks Ridge Reserve and into Galston Gorge. From the Gorge the track

Total climbing: 938m

Hard track

Mt Kuring-gai to Cowan (via Berowra Waters)

17.2 km One way, 8 hrs

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. Take the short and free ferry ride across the creek to get lunch at Berowra Waters. Conserve your energy for the steep sect

Total climbing: 1147m

Hard track

Hornsby to Mt Kuring-gai

22.3 km One way, 9 hrs

This section of the Great North Walk starts from Hornsby train station and winds down along the Blue Gum Walk into Fishponds and along Berowra Creek. The walk passes through the Tunks Ridge Reserve and then into Galston Gorge. From here the walk keeps following the Berowra Creek through the Crossl

Total climbing: 1319m

Hard track

Berowra to Hornsby

22.6 km One way, 9 hrs 18 mins

One of the longer day walks in Berowra Valley National Park, this walk mostly follows Berowra Creek along the Great North Walk. Excellent views of the creek can be expected, especially at places like Crosslands and Fishponds. Be sure to pace yourself and take regular breaks. Crosslands and Tunks Rid

Total climbing: 1423m

Hard track

Crosslands to Brooklyn

27.4 km One way, 2 Days

From the Crosslands Reserve, this walk heads along the Great North Walk via Berowra Waters, Cowan, Jerusalem Bay and onto Brooklyn. This is one of the prettiest multi-day walks in the area. The walk explores two rivers and ridge tops, giving a great variety of views. The campsite is not the best, a

Total climbing: 1757m

Hard track

Thornleigh to Mt Kuring-Gai

28.1 km One way, 2 Days

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. The walk passes through Fishponds and up to the top of Galston Gorge to the campsite. From there, the walk continues along the Great North

Total climbing: 1614m

Hard track

Thornleigh to Cowan

35.9 km One way, 2 Days

Following the Great North Walk and Berowra Creek through Berowra Valley Regional Park, this walk cuts straight through the length of the Park. The views are good, providing a broad idea of what this park has to offer. Conserve your energy for the section between Berowra Waters and Cowan as there are

Total climbing: 2336m

Hard track

Hornsby to Brooklyn three day walk

43.1 km One way, 3 Days

This three day walk follows the Great North Walk from Hornsby Station to Brooklyn, staying overnight at the Crosslands Reserve and the Great North Walk ridge top campsite. Some of the highlights along this walk are the sandstone cliffs at Fishponds, the great restaurants at Berowra Waters, and the b

Total climbing: 2695m

Hard track

Other Nearby walks

A list of walks that start near the Galston Gorge to Berowra Station walk.

Clarinda St dog walking trail

499 m One way, 15 mins

This short walk links Clarinda St and Simon Pl in Hornsby Heights. The walk follows a management trail and is one of three dog friendly walks in Berowra Valley Regional Park. Starting at the wetlands at the end of Clarinda St you follow the Great North Walk alternate route until the turn off to th

Total climbing: 22m

Easy track

Kalkari Discovery trail

798 m Circuit, 30 mins

This pleasant walk starts with a wander through the interesting Kalkari Discovery Center. Enjoy the displays and chat with the volunteers before heading out the back door to find the rest of the walk. The walk follows the concrete path past more information signs and a lovely pond. As you wander t

Total climbing: 25m

Very easy

Kalkari and Birrawanna Loop Tracks

5.2 km Circuit, 2 hrs 15 mins

This great circuit walk enjoys some views of Cowan Creek and explores the many ferns through the open forest. The walk starts at the Kalkari Discovery Centre and follows the Birrawanna Loop Track down to Bobbin Head, a large picnic area with kiosk, toilets, BBQ's and more. The walk then continues u

Total climbing: 298m

Hard track

Mt Kuring-gai to Calna Creek

9.4 km Return, 4 hrs

From the ridge above Berowra Creek, this walk goes steeply down into the valley following Calna Creek. The narrow bush track section is quite beautiful with plenty of small creek crossings and sandstone overhangs. The grasslands section, just before coming to the junction of Calna and Berowra Creeks

Total climbing: 425m

Hard track

Blue Gum Walk (Joe's Mountain Circuit)

4.2 km Circuit, 2 hrs

This is an enjoyable circuit walk that allows you to explore this rare pocket of Sydney Blue Gum forest. You will follow a signposted track across a few creeks and alongside Waitara Creek, with a few cascades. There are many small sandstone caves and a great diversity in plant life along the way. S

Total climbing: 231m

Hard track

Bobbin Head Boardwalk

552 m Return, 15 mins

This is a short and pretty walk that can be enjoyed by everyone. It makes a nice addition to a picnic or paddle at Bobbin Head. Starting from the southern end of the Bobbin Head picnic area, you will enjoy great views of Cockle Creek from the bridge, then meander along the boardwalk through the mang

Total climbing: 17m

Very easy

Bobbin Head Rainforest walk

1.6 km Return, 40 mins

This pleasant walk starts from the southern end of Bobbin Head, and enjoys blend of mangrove and rainforest environs. The well-signposted track gives you the opportunity to see the mangrove wildlife up close, and also a historic Aboriginal axe grinding stone and some temperate rainforest.

Total climbing: 82m

Moderate track

Birrawanna Track

4.4 km Return, 2 hrs

This pleasant walk starts near the kiosk at Bobbin Head, climbing the sandstone stairs and then follows a defined track to the Kalkari Discovery Centre. Kalkari is well worth spending some time exploring, with opportunities to learn about and mix with the local flora and fauna.

Total climbing: 262m

Moderate track

Cockle Creek Lookout Return

1.1 km Return, 1 Hr

This is a great walk for visitors looking for a reasonably short adventure after lunch. The leisurely walk starts from the cafe and information centre at Bobbin Head and follows the Warrimoo Track up the hill to the Cockle Creek Lookout, before returning along the same route.

Total climbing: 94m

Hard track

Bobbin Head to Mt Kuring-gai via Apple Tree Bay

5.3 km One way, 2 hrs 30 mins

Exploring Cockle Creek at water level and Ku-ring-gai National Park from the ridge, this is an enjoyable short walk to Mt Kuring-gai. Pop into the cafe at Bobbin Head for a cup of coffee or a light meal. The short side trip to the lookout up on the ridge offers an amazing view. As there are no buses

Total climbing: 364m

Hard track

Wareemba Ave to Thornleigh Station

8.6 km One way, 3 hrs 45 mins

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 then follows a section of the Blue Gum Walk to the Great North Walk. From here the walk follows the Great North Walk to Thornleigh train station. Along

Total climbing: 472m

Hard track

Hornsby Blue Gum Walk

6.7 km Circuit, 3 hrs

This delightful loop is one of the prettiest and most popular walks in the Hornsby area. Going from an environment of ferns and clear bushland to dry sandstone bush near Berowra Creek, this walk has a good complement of environments. The side trip out to Joe's Mountain doesn't have the most fantasti

Total climbing: 374m

Hard track

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The Galston Gorge to Berowra Station walk starts at the Galston Gorge track head (gps: -33.664577, 151.08031)

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The Galston Gorge to Berowra Station ends at the Berowra Station (gps: -33.623180, 151.15328)

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Berowra Valley National Park

Following the Berowra Creek the Berowra Valley National Park is located on the Hornsby Plateau and is made up of typical Hawkesbury Sandstone. The great North walk, Benowie walking track, and many other great walks stretch spann this park. The area has varied vegetation including many different sorts of Eucalyptus and plenty of native animals, includingl swamp wallibies, water dragons, bandicoots, Lyre Birds, and bush turkeys. There are several campsites within the Park, and Crosslands Reserve is also a popular spot near the middle of the park.

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