Sid Pulsford Walk

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1 hr 45 mins

4.1 km One way

118 m

Hard track

Sid Pulsford Walk explores the ridge top of Kincumber Mountain, from Honeman's Rock to Green Point. The walk mostly follows wide management trails. Halfway along the walk, you will find the By-Pass lookout and rest area, providing good views and a great place to rest. The walk leads past the water reservoir above Green Point, then down the driveway to the end of Beatties Rd.

Grassy area in front of the mud brick building

Mud Brick building at Kincumber Mountain

Picnic table in shade at Honeman's Picnic Area

Gate on Sid Pulsford Walking trail near Honeman's Rock

Moister section of the sandy Sid Pulsford Walking trail

Tall trees beside Sid Pulsford Walking trail

Int of Sid Pulsford Walking trail and track

West of Sid Pulsford Saddle intersection

View from By-pass on Sid Pulsford Walking trail

Table and View from By-pass on Sid Pulsford Walking trail

By-pass trail on Sid Pulsford Walking trail

Int of Sid Pulsford walking trail and rest area trail

Sid Pulsford Walking Trail near the lookout

gate on Green Point water reservoir driveway

Honeman's Rock picnic area

Honeman's Rock picnic area is a large picnic area at the top end of Island View Drive. This picnic area has a couple of large grassy areas[1], composting toilets[2], free electric BBQs[3], picnic tables[4], shelters, garbage bins[5], drinking water[6] and information signs[7]. The picnic area is home to a mud brick building[8] (available for hire) and Honeman's Rock[9], from which the area derives its name. There is a fair amount of parking available next the picnic area, and some extra spaces a few hundred meters down the road.

Mud Brick Building

The mud brick building is a landmark in the main picnic area at Kincumber Mountain, and is a popular spot to gather. Also known as 'Kincumber Mountain Information Centre', 'The Kiosk', 'Kincumber Kiosk' and 'Kincumber Mountain Kiosk', the building was constructed in 1986 with funding from Community Employment Programme. The building is generally locked but can be booked through the local Lions Club for special events. The building has a rain water tank, small kitchen and one main large room. The verandah also provides good shelter.

Honeman's Rock

Honeman's Rock (aka Honeyman's Rock) is a large rock outcrop in front of the mud brick building, in the Honeman's Rock Picnic area. The exposed section of rock is 60m long and about 30m wide, with the western side having a significant unfenced drop. The rock is named after Cecil Lyle Honeman who became a lease holder on the mountain in 1962. The rock has a large depression that once filled with water, and a drain has been dug to keep the pool empty and clear of rubbish.

(0km) Mudbrick building car park → Northern end of picnic area

180 m

3 mins

-1m Easy track

From the car park next to the mud brick building, this walk heads in front of the mud brick building and follows the path to the toilet block. Here, the walk heads across the grass between the picnic table (under the tree on the left) and the BBQ shelter (on the right) to the far end of the clearing, near another picnic table, to find the 'Sid Pulsford Walking Trail' sign[13].

(0km) Northern end of picnic area → Int of Sid Pulsford Walking and Warriwarri Lookout trails

290 m

5 mins

-4m Easy track

Continue straight: From the picnic area, this walk follows the 'Sid Pulsford Walking Trail' sign[14] around the locked gate and away from the clearing. The walk gently winds through the bush along the wide sandy trail, and comes to an intersection with a link track (heading up to the right) just after a large angophora.
Continue straight: From the intersection, this walk follows the wide management trail north, past the large twisted angophora, coming to the 'Y' intersection marked by two signs[15] (just visible from the previous intersection).

(0km) Int of Sid Pulsford Walking and Warriwarri Lookout trails → Int of Sid Pulsford Walking trail and track

1.3 km

27 mins

28m

-100m Hard track

Turn left: From the intersection, this walk follows the 'Sid Pulsford Walking Trail' sign[16] west along the wide trail, down the hill. The trail winds fairly gently down through the wooded and ferny forest and after about 230m, the trail steepens for a short distance. The walk continues down until passing another trail (leading back to the left) and crossing a wide saddle. On the other side of the saddle, the trail heads down steeply again and then up a hill, coming to an intersection with a track (on the left - this is just before the trail starts heading steeply downhill again).

(2km) Int of Sid Pulsford Walking trail and track → Sid Pulsford Saddle intersection

180 m

4 mins

-12m Hard track

Continue straight: From the intersection, this walk follows the track south-west as it immediately bends right, heading over the small rise and then down the hill. The track then leads to a clearing on a saddle with a four-way intersection, and a 'By-pass' sign[17].

(2km) Sid Pulsford Saddle intersection → Int of Sid Pulsford walking trail and rest area trail

780 m

18 mins

75m

-26m Hard track

Turn left: From the intersection, this walk passes the 'By-pass' and 'Rest Area 200m' signs[18] (keeping them on the right) and follows the wide management trail south downhill. The trail winds down the hill to cross a valley with tall trees and some palms. The trail then climbs steeply out of the valley and as the trail flattens out, it passes two other trails (on the left) and then comes to another intersection on the right, near the top of the ridge, just before a large area of bracken ferns. Now Continue straight to rejoin the main walk .

(2km) Sid Pulsford Saddle intersection → By-pass rest area

330 m

9 mins

41m

-4m Hard track

Continue straight: From the intersection, this walk follows the 'By-pass' and 'Rest Area 200m' signs[19] along the track, south-west up the ridge. The track soon comes to a rocky outcrop where it heads to the right (offering filtered views to the right). The track then heads around the side of the hill, up a couple of sets of timber steps, then turns right at the top of the ridge (at the arrow marker) and continues about 30m to the rest area, picnic table and views (to the right).

By-pass rest area

This lookout and rest area is not formally named and is found on a short by-pass track from the Sid Pulsford Trail. At this point on top of the hill, there is a picnic table[20] in a clearing and views north over Erina to Rumbalara and Katandra Reserves[21]. There is some natural shade, making this a good place for a rest.

(2km) By-pass rest area → Int of Sid Pulsford walking trail and rest area trail

260 m

6 mins

16m

-4m Hard track

Continue straight: From the rest area, this walk heads west along the wider trail (keeping the main view to the right). The trail winds along the top of the ridge and turns left, coming to a 'T' intersection with another management trail in a fern-filled area.

(3km) Int of Sid Pulsford walking trail and rest area trail → Sid Pulsford walk lookout intersection

560 m

10 mins

-21m Hard track

Turn right: From the intersection, this walk follows the wide management trail north-west along the top of the ridge, initially keeping the valley to the left. After about 200m, the trail crosses a clearing and rock platform (with some filtered view to the right). The trail then leads downhill along the ridge to a 'Y' intersection with the signposted 'Lookout 100m' track[22] (on the right).

(3km) Sid Pulsford walk lookout intersection → Sid Pulsford walk lookout

50 m

1 mins

-5m Moderate track

Turn right: From the intersection, this walk follows the 'Lookout 100m' sign[23] up the small rise and along the old management trail. The trail bends left and comes to a clearing with filtered views over Green Point. At the end of this side trip, retrace your steps back to the main walk then Turn right.

Sid Pulsford Walk lookout

This lookout is signposted beside the Sid Pulsford Walk and is found in a clearing[24]. The views are filtered through the trees and extend north over Brisbane Water to Rumbalara Reserve[25]. The short walk to the lookout will satisfy your curiosity, but the views are very limited.

(3km) Sid Pulsford walk lookout intersection → Top of Woorara fire trail

200 m

5 mins

-37m Hard track

Continue straight: From the intersection, this walk heads west downhill along the wide management trail, quite steeply at first. The now gravelly trail passes a rusty car (on the right) and then comes to clear 'Y' intersection.

(3km) Top of Woorara fire trail → End of Woorara Pde

310 m

7 mins

-46m Hard track

Veer right: From the intersection, this walk follows the lower trail that heads down towards the water view (keeping the other trail above and to the left). The trail heads steeply for a while then flattens out a little, before passing around a locked gate and coming to the end of Woorara Pde.

(3km) Top of Woorara fire trail → Water Tank

360 m

7 mins

16m

-6m Moderate track

Veer left: From the intersection, this walk heads south-west along the wide ridge-top trail, keeping the steeper trail below to the right. The walk then heads down a gentle hill then up the other side, enjoying water glimpses on either side. When in view of the water tank, the trail heads left then down the hill to come to a large clearing and the water tank.

(4km) Water Tank → End of Beatties Rd

390 m

9 mins

-66m Hard track

Veer left: From the clearing, this walk follows the power lines around the water tanks (keeping the tank on the right). The walk then turns left and follows the driveway (and power lines) down the hill, quite steeply for a while. The walk then heads around the locked gate, coming to the end of Beatties Rd, Green Point.

Maps for the Sid Pulsford Walk 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.

Gosford	1:25 000 Map Series	91312S GOSFORD	NSW-91312S
Gosford	1:100 000 Map Series	9131 GOSFORD	9131

Cross sectional view of the Sid Pulsford Walk bushwalking track

Analysis and summary of the altitude variation on the Sid Pulsford 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	4.1 km
		Time	1 hr 45 mins
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Grade 4/6 Hard track	AS 2156.1	Gradient	Very steep (4/6)
		Quality of track	Clear and well formed track or trail (2/6)
		Signs	Minimal directional signs (4/6)
		Experience Required	Some bushwalking experience recommended (3/6)
		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

1.9km of this walk is very steep and another 1.7km has short steep hills. Whilst another 290m has gentle hills with occasional steps and the remaining 180m is flat with no steps.

Quality of track

This whole walk, 4.1km follows a clear and well formed track or trail.

Signs

2.8km of this walk has minimal directional signs and another 750m has directional signs at most intersection. The remaining (480m) is clearly signposted.

Experience Required

Around 3.6km of this walk requires some bushwalking experience, whilst the remaining 480m requires no previous bushwalking experience.

weather

This whole walk, 4.1km is not usually affected by severe weather events (that would unexpectedly impact safety and navigation).

Infrastructure

This whole walk, 4.1km 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 Sid Pulsford Walk walk.

Warri Warri Track (via Warriwarri Lookout)

1.5 km One way, 45 mins

Starting on Bembooka Rd in Erina, this walk heads up the narrow Warri Warri track to Honeman's picnic area. You will visit the overgrown Warriwarri Lookout about halfway along this walk, but do not expect grand views! From the lookout, the walk follows wider trails along the much flatter ridge top t

Total climbing: 147m

Hard track

Warriwarri Lookout

1.5 km Return, 30 mins

This short and fairly flat walk starts from the popular Honeman's picnic area and follows the Sid Pulsford Walking Track, then another trail to Warriwarri Lookout. The lookout is overgrown and provides no real view. A short distance beyond the signposted lookout is a rocky outcrop that provides some

Total climbing: 34m

Easy track

Other Nearby walks

A list of walks that start near the Sid Pulsford Walk walk.

Ridge Trail loop

962 m Circuit, 30 mins

The Ridge Trail loop is a short walk starting from Honeman's Picnic Area and follows the signposted Ridge Trail until finding Split Rock management trail. Here, you turn sharply right to head back to the picnic area along this wider trail. There are limited views along this walk, but it still makes

Total climbing: 48m

Moderate track

Kanning Cave Walk

922 m Return, 20 mins

This short walk follows a clear track to a large sandstone cave on the Kanning Walk. From the Honeman's Picnic Area, follow Kanning Walk through the bush and along the side of a long rock wall. There are several caves along the way, the main one being quiet large and tucked behind some large boulder

Total climbing: 34m

Easy track

Kanning Walk

1.3 km Circuit, 30 mins

This lovely walk is a great way to explore the bushland at the top of Kincumber Mountain. From near the main picnic area, you follow a clear track before walking along the base of a long rock wall. There are a few sandstone caves, the main one mentioned in the notes is quite large, and a nice cool

Total climbing: 38m

Easy track

Yanina Walk

3.2 km Return, 1 hr 15 mins

Yanina Walk is a gentle walk, exploring one of the ridges at the top of Kincumber Mountain. The walk follows a wide management trail from the main Honemans Picnic area, leading to the good views of Colin Watters Lookout. The notes describe a side trip to Nyari Lookout, but the views are very limite

Total climbing: 55m

Easy track

Glasson's Trail

1.7 km One way, 1 Hr

Glasson's Trail starts near the main entrance to Kincumber Mountain Reserve and follows a series of management trails and tracks up to the main picnic area. The walk offers a great way to explore the diverse vegetation and visiting some interesting rock formations. The walk is signposted and cross

Total climbing: 158m

Moderate track

Kincumber to Terrigal (via Glasson's Trl)

4.5 km One way, 2 hrs

This walk explores the main highlights of Kincumber Mountain Regional Reserve. Starting on the Glasson's trail, the walk explores a variety of forests along the way to Honeman's Rock and picnic area. After a rest, you visit a large cave on Kanning Walk and continue to the views at Colin Watters Look

Total climbing: 220m

Hard track

Sandringham Circuit

2.9 km Circuit, 1 hr 30 mins

Starting from Sandringham Close, this walk follows the Sandringham Track up the hill to the views from Colin Watters Lookout. After enjoying the views, you walk past the tower to the other side of the hill to the much less spectacular Nyari Lookout. From here, you follow a wide management trail dow

Total climbing: 201m

Hard track

Sandringham Track

2.2 km Return, 1 hr 15 mins

This walk starts from Terrigal suburbia and leads up through the dry bush to the wonderful views at Colin Watters Lookout. On the way, you pass some large boulders scattered with red gums and grass trees. At the top, you will be greeted with good views over Avoca, and a picnic table encouraging you

Total climbing: 149m

Hard track

Katandra Reserve Explorer

5.3 km Circuit, 2 hrs 45 mins

This walk is a great way to explore the many highlights of Katandra Reserve. Starting at the lower picnic area, you circumnavigate Seymour Pond via the Waterman Walk, then discover some wonderful Strangler Fig trees in the rainforest. As the walk climbs, the forest dries out a little, which opens u

Total climbing: 350m

Moderate track

Matcham to Gosford

8.5 km One way, 3 hrs 45 mins

This walk starts at the bottom of Katandra Reserve and heads up the hill, exploring the ridge on the way to Gosford Station. You will visit a wide variety of plant communities and some lovely vistas over the surrounding towns and water. Along some of the secluded sections, you may forget that you

Total climbing: 381m

Hard track

Strangler Fig Walk

2 km Return, 1 Hr

Starting from the Katandra Rd Picnic Area, you will head past Seymour Pond and along Toomey Walk to the Strangler Fig platform. You will see two magnificent examples of Strangler Fig trees - one growing on a large rock and the other forming a knotted tubular structure. A lovely walk through the den

Total climbing: 96m

Moderate track

Seymour Pond

890 m Return, 30 mins

This short walk takes you from the Katandra Rd Picnic Area to Seymour Pond. The pond was made to support a farm that was once in the area, and now the pond support many water birds. There is a simple picnic area and plenty of shady spots at the pond, making a nice place to sit and enjoy the birds.

Total climbing: 45m

Easy track