The Green Point Walk

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1 hr 15 mins

3 km Return

102 m

Moderate track

This walk descends through open grasslands and eucalyptus forest to arrive at the grassed Green Point. This is a quiet and secluded spot and a fabulous place for a picnic. From Green Point, there are good views up and down Lake Macquarie. The side trip to the Sea Eagle Lookouts is also worthwhile. A good walk, with both scenic views and waterside relaxation.

Green Point Drive path in Green Point Reserve

Walking through open grasslands in Green Point Reserve

Both forest and grasslands in Green Point Reserve

Shared footpath in Green Point Reserve on Lake Macquarie

Tracks near Green Point on Lake Macquarie

Forest track near Green Point on Lake Macquarie

Bushwalking in eucalypt forest Green Point Reserve

She Oaks beside Green Point Lake Macquarie

Green Point Foreshore Reserve on Lake Macquarie

The Green Point Foreshore Reserve on Lake Macquarie is a great place for a bush walk, bicycle or picnic. The Green Point Foreshore reserve offers many historical and environmentally interpretative signs along its multi use pathways. There is an unformed foreshore pathway beside Lake Macquarie, or more physically demanding walks away from the lake foreshore and into rainforest. Historically, the Green Point area was involved in a coal rush from the 1860's. This coal rush was spearheaded by the Cardiff Coal Company. Coal was proposed to be transported by barge to Threlkeld's old wharf at Reid's Mistake (Swansea Heads) for shipping to Sydney. However, the coal was poor quality 'boiler coal' and used mostly for steamer boilers. This coal rush finished in 1870. Timber was also milled on site after the coal rush. The Lake Macquarie Council is undergoing extensive rehabilitation works to improve the area for recreation. For more information contact the Lake Macquarie Visitor Information Centre on (02) 4921 0740 More info.

Green Point Reserve Entrance (Green Point Drive, Belmont)

At the end of Green Point Drive[1] (in Belmont) is an entrance to Green Point Foreshore Reserve[2]. Both walking tracks and cycling paths start from this entrance, giving the advantage of traveling downhill to the foreshore and enjoying views as you go. No facilities are here at this stage, other than a turning circle for vehicles, but this entrance will be developed at a later time.

(0km) end of Green Point Drive (Green Point) → Int of Green Point & Green Point Drive Tracks

400 m

8 mins

18m

-12m Very easy

From the end of Green Point Drive[3][4][5] (in Belmont), this walk follows the concrete footpath gently uphill between metal fencing[6], while initially keeping the 'Green Point Foreshore Reserve' sign[7] on the left. This walk continues for about 100m, to find a 'No Dogs' sign[8]. Then this walk continues, undulating for 300m with views[9] and grasslands (on the right), until coming to a three-way intersection[10] with a footpath and 'Green Point' sign[11] (on the right).

(0km) Int of Green Point Drive & Green Point Tracks → Upper Lookout (Sea Eagle Park)

290 m

6 mins

11m

-17m Easy track

Continue straight: From the intersection[12], this walk follows the 'Sea Eagle Lookout & Picnic Area' sign[13] gently downhill across grasslands, while keeping the views[14] on your right. This walk continues for about 60m and then enters forest[15]. Then this walk continues for about 100m until coming to a three-way intersection[16][17] with a 'Lookout' sign (on the right).
Turn left: From the intersection[18][19], this walk follows the 'Lookout' sign[20] and footpath gently uphill. This walk continues through forest for about 80m to pass a picnic table[21] (on the right), until coming to a three-way intersection[22][23] with a track[24] (on the left and just before metal fencing[25].
Continue straight: From the intersection[26][27], this walk follows the footpath gently downhill[28] towards the viewpoint for 45m, until coming to the Upper Lookout[29][30] (above Sea Eagle Park). At the end of this side trip, retrace your steps back to the main walk then Turn left.

Sea Eagle Park Lookouts (lower, middle & upper)

These three lookouts (lower, middle and upper lookouts) are above Sea Eagle Park in Green Point Foreshore Reserve on Lake Macquarie and give great views[31][32] across Lake Macquarie towards Swansea. The upper lookout has a picnic table[33] in the shade behind the lookout, which gives relief on a hot day. The upper lookout also a picnic table[34] at the lookout, offering fabulous views to the south. Each of these lookouts has a bench seat and interpretative signs[35]. White Bellied Sea Eagles have been known to nest nearby and are often seen flying in the area.

(0km) Int of Green Point Drive & Green Point Tracks → Int of Green Point & Zig Zag Tracks

840 m

16 mins

10m

-47m Very easy

Turn right: From the intersection[36][37], this walk follows the 'Green Point' sign[38] and foot path gently downhill across grasslands and towards the distance views[39]. This walk continues for about 230m, to find the footpath bends (to the right) with forest[40] on the left. Then this walk continues, surrounded by forest (ignoring side tracks[41]) for about 600m, until coming to a three-way intersection[42] with a track and 'Walk Safe/Cycle Safe' sign[43] (on the left).

(1km) Int of Green Point AND Zig Zag Tracks → Green Point

250 m

5 mins

-12m Moderate track

Veer left: From the intersection[44], this walk follows the track gently downhill, while initially keeping the 'Walk Safe/Cycle Safe' sign[45] on your left. This walk continues through forest[46] for about 160m, until coming to a four-way intersection[47] with a track and the grassed Green Point[48] directly ahead.
Continue straight: From the intersection[49], this walk follows the track towards Green Point[50] (and the water), while leaving the forest[51] directly behind you. This walk continues for about 60m, passing across grasslands[52] and towards a small clump of She Oak trees[53], until coming to the lake edge[54] and Green Point.

Green Point (on Lake Macquarie)

Green Point in the Green Point Foreshore Reserve on Lake Macquarie is a large grassed area[55] which looks out over Lake Macquarie. From the vantage point of Green Point, a walker can see up and down Lake Macquarie[56]. There are often boats passing by this low headland. This is a fabulous place to have a picnic and there is even a clump of She Oak trees[57] by the water for shade. There are no facilities here, other than the open grassed area.

Maps for the The Green Point Walk walk

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These maps below cover the walk and the wider area around the walk, they are worth carrying for safety reasons.

Swansea	1:25 000 Map Series	92314N SWANSEA	NSW-92314N
Lake Macquarie	1:100 000 Map Series	9231 LAKE MACQUARIE	9231

Cross sectional view of the The Green Point Walk bushwalking track

Analysis and summary of the altitude variation on the The Green Point Walk

Altitude analysis for The Green Point Walk

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	3 km
		Time	1 hr 15 mins
		.
Grade 3/6 Moderate track	AS 2156.1	Gradient	Flat, no steps (1/6)
		Quality of track	Clear and well formed track or trail (2/6)
		Signs	Directional signs along the way (3/6)
		Experience Required	No experience required (1/6)
		Weather	Weather generally has little impact on safety (1/6)
		Infrastructure	Generally useful facilities (such as fenced cliffs and seats) (1/6)

Some more details of this walks Grading

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

Gradient

This whole walk, 1.5km is flat with no steps.

Quality of track

Around 1.2km of this walk follows a smooth and hardened path, whilst the remaining 250m follows a clear and well formed track or trail.

Signs

Around 1.2km of this walk is clearly signposted, whilst the remaining 250m has directional signs at most intersection.

Experience Required

This whole walk, 1.5km requires no previous bushwalking experience.

weather

This whole walk, 1.5km is not usually affected by severe weather events (that would unexpectedly impact safety and navigation).

Infrastructure

This whole walk, 1.5km 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 The Green Point Walk walk.

The Lookout Circuit

2.4 km Circuit, 1 Hr

The Lookout Circuit is a classic Green Point reserve walk. This walk offers walkers plenty of picnic opportunities, elevated views over Lake Macquarie and travel through eucalyptus forest. There is also good historical and environmental interpretative signage along much of this walk. This recomme

Total climbing: 91m

Moderate track

Leichhardt's Green Point Walk

2.4 km Return, 1 Hr

This walk offers the shortest way of walking to Green Point. Starting from the elevated Leichhardt Road in Valentine, the walk descends through eucalyptus forest with some pleasant clearings on the way. Green Point is a great place for picnics and feels as if you can see the entire Lake Macquarie

Total climbing: 84m

Moderate track

The Foreshore Walk

2.9 km One way, 1 hr 15 mins

This walk traverses the coastline of the Green Point reserve. By following a variety of tracks and occasionally traveling inland through eucalyptus forest, this walk visits both Jetty and Sea Eagle picnic areas, Green Point itself and Rocky-high viewpoint. When looking into the waters of Lake Macq

Total climbing: 81m

Hard track

Green Point Drive Circuit

3.4 km Circuit, 2 hrs 45 mins

This walk takes in two of the best parts of Green Point Reserve, the quiet and secluded Green Point itself and the views at Sea Eagle Lookout. Starting at the high point of Green Point Drive entrance, you gradually descend to the foreshore, crossing over open grasslands and through eucalyptus fores

Total climbing: 127m

Moderate track

Northern Green Point Circuit

3.8 km Circuit, 1 hr 30 mins

This walk visits two lovely foreshore locations on Lake Macquarie, before gaining height and traveling through eucalyptus forest and then finally descending again to the foreshore. The forest walking is mostly along fire trails adjacent to houses and it is possible to shorten the walk by exiting on

Total climbing: 140m

Hard track

Green Point Circuit Walk

7.7 km Circuit, 3 hrs

This walk visits all of the popular locations in Green Point Reserve, as well as some of the lesser-visited areas inland. Taking in Sea Eagle Park, Green Point and Rocky-high viewpoint on the foreshore and then travel inland through mostly eucalyptus forest to enjoy the views at Sea Eagle Lookout,

Total climbing: 269m

Hard track

Other Nearby walks

A list of walks that start near the The Green Point Walk walk.

Rocky-high Circuit Walk

666 m Circuit, 30 mins

This short circuit walk offers elevated views over Lake Macquarie from Rocky-high Viewpoint. This walk offers pleasant walking beside Lake Macquarie, as well as on a quiet track inland through eucalyptus forest. If possible, complete this walk close to sunset to take advantage of the views across

Total climbing: 27m

Moderate track

Belmont Lagoon Spit Walk

3.2 km Return, 1 Hr

The Belmont Lagoon Spit walk in Belmont is a quiet relaxing walk surrounded by water. This walk is best completed in the early morning or late afternoon, when the bird life is most active. You may see Black Swans, Spoon Bills and if you are lucky, the migratory Bar Tailed Godwit. This walk is clo

Total climbing: 10m

Moderate track

Cain's Timber Bridge Viewpoint Walk

1.3 km Return, 30 mins

This walk takes you beside the Owens wetland and then finishes at a lovely timber bridge over the Owens Creek. You are likely to see many birds on this walk, particularly if you do the walk in the early morning or late afternoon when the birds are most active. This walk is wheelchair accessible an

Total climbing: 4m

Very easy

The Redhead Owens Walkway Circuit

3.2 km Circuit, 1 Hr

This walk visits the Owens Wetland on the Owens Walkway, before entering Redhead Beach and walking north to the Redhead SLSC. The cliffs to the north are worth a closer look. The walk then returns via the Redhead Beach car park, crossing a creek (your feet will get wet) and following the Owens Wal

Total climbing: 26m

Hard track

Northern Redhead Beach Walk

1.2 km Circuit, 30 mins

This circuit walk starts at Webb Park and briefly travels on the Owens Walkway, before walking along the beautiful Redhead Beach to the Redhead SLSC. The rock cliffs at the northern end of Redhead Beach are inspiring and attractive to walk underneath. The walk returns to Webb Park via the SLSC car

Total climbing: 15m

Hard track

The Ken and Audrey Owens Walkway

2.4 km Return, 1 Hr

This walk follows a series of concrete and timber footpaths through the pleasant coastal area. This walk starts and finishes at the Webb Park Picnic Area, which has good facilities and shops nearby. The Owens Walkway has been made in conjunction with the Redhead Landcare group. This walk is great

Total climbing: 20m

Very easy

Awabakal Coastal Walk

1.9 km One way, 45 mins

This walk traverses the Awabakal Nature Reserve. Starting from Dudley in the north, this walk travels south through coastal heath and forest, until coming to Redhead. The vegetation throughout this walk is particularly attractive during the wildflower season of July to October. The side trip out

Total climbing: 21m

Hard track

Awabakal Viewpoint Walk

948 m Return, 30 mins

This short walk from the Awabakal car park out to the Awabakal Viewpoint offers a relaxing walk through native forest, with a quiet and secluded viewpoint at the end. The native heath throughout this walk is particularly attractive when in flower (July to October). Why not take a blanket and enjoy

Total climbing: 10m

Hard track

Galgabba Point Walk

3.2 km Return, 1 Hr

The Galgabba Point walk is a flat walk along a bush track. This walk travels through native bush before arriving at Galgabba Point, where the track forms a small loop to allow you to explore the point. Galgabba Point is home to endangered ecological communities and threatened plant species, such a

Total climbing: 17m

Moderate track

Teralba to Charlestown Park track head

13.3 km One way, 4 hrs 30 mins

This section of the Great North Walk starts from the Teralba train station and winds down and around the edge of Lake Macquarie. The walk passes through the Cockle reserve, and continues to Warners bay and up along the roads, before cutting through the bush to Charlestown, where it winds around the

Total climbing: 220m

Moderate track

Teralba to Newcastle via Glenrock Scout Camp

25.7 km One way, 2 Days

This walk follows the most northern section of the Great North Walk, from the Teralba station along Macquarie lake, to Warners Bay. Most of the walking is along footpaths, through park land, or along the road side. After Charlestown, the walk heads through the bush to the old Belmont railway and al

Total climbing: 489m

Hard track

Charlestown Park track head to Merewether

7.9 km One way, 2 hrs 45 mins

Starting from a small park in Charlestown you will follow the Great North Walk through a few reserves and along a Burwood Beach, past the heads to Merewether Beach. Exploring bush around Glenrock lagoon on the Yuelarbah Track, including the Leichhardt’s Lookout are highlights. From this lookout th

Total climbing: 183m

Hard track