Berowra to Mt Kuring-gai

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Time 4 hrs 30 mins
One way 9.4 km One way
Climb 551 m
Grade 4 Hard track
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From the ridges above Cowan Creek, this walk takes in some great lookouts (especially around Mt Kuring-gai) as well as enjoying an extremely pleasant bush track along the creek. Easily accessible by public transport, this track gives walkers a good taste of what Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park has to offer. Be sure to spare some time for a dawdle around the bays on Cowan Creek.
Berowra Station Path beside Berowra Station H2H sign near Berowra Station View of Berowra Station from bridge View of freeway from near Berowra Station Berowra Track signpost Near the top of Berowra Track View from near the top of Berowra Track Wide section of the Berowra Track Boronia flower Top most hairpin bend in the Berowra Track Winding along the side of the hill on the Berowra Track Short cliff on the Berowra Track View across the valley Berowra Track in Waratah Gully Waratah Gully crossing Walking along the Berowra Track east of the Waratah Gully crossing Walking through Waratah Gully Near the apex of Waratah Bay Rusty hulk of Windybank boat in Waratah Bay Footings for Windybank's old boatshed in Waratah Bay Looking across Waratah Bay Track beside Waratah Bay Small cave on the Berowra Track Looking over Cowan Creek Ferny hill side beside Cowan Creek Mushroom on Berowra Track beside Cowan Creek Rocky steps on Berowra Track Overhang near Lord's Bay Walking alongside Lord's Bay Orange Fungus growing beside Cowan Creek Crossing an Lord's Bay Fungus south of Lord's Bay Track beside Cowan Creek north of Winson Bay Cowan Creek Looking up Cowan Creek from Winson Bay Berowra Track south of Winson Bay Track maintaince Ferny section of track south of Winson Bay Crossing an unnamed Bay A rocky creek soon to flow into Cowan Creek Rock track west of Cowan Creek viewpoint Cowan Creek viewpoint Cowan Creek viewpoint view Nav marker on Cowan Creek Berowra track north of int with Mt Kuring-gai track Int of Mt Kuring-gai and Berowra Tracks Near the bottom of Mt Kuring-gai Track View from Near the bottom of Mt Kuring-gai Track View from the Lookout Track Re-growth on the Mt Ku-ring-gai track Flat section on the Mt Kuring-gai Track Rocky section of the Mt Kuring-gai Track Steps between rocks on the Mt Kuring-gai Track Rock steps north of the lookout track Wide flat track north of int of viewpoint and Mt Kuring-gai Tracks Int of viewpoint and Mt Kuring-gai Tracks View from the Viewpoint off Mt Kuring-gai Track View from the Viewpoint off Mt Kuring-gai Track Wide trail east of Mt Kuring-gai Gate at the top of the Mt Kuring-gai track Welcome to Ku-ring-gai Chase national park Harwood Ave Eastern end of Mt Kuring-gai rail and freeway footbridge Mt Kuring-gai Station Mt Ku-ring-gai Walking Tack sign at station

(0km) Berowra Railway Station → End of the old Berowra Parade

distance 200 m time 3 mins climb 2m descent -5m Easy track
From the front of Berowra Station[1], this walk follows the footpath[2][3] between the Pacific Highway and railway line, whilst keeping the highway to your left. After about 50m this walk comes to 'Berowra Parade'[4] marked with a large 'Harbour to Hawkesbury' information sign and map[5]. Here the walk turns right and follows the little used road down over railway bridge[6][7] then around the green metal gate[8] to cross over the F3 on a large concrete bridge[9]. On the other side of the freeway this walk comes to a small clearing marked with a large 'Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park - Berowra Track' sign[10].

(0km) End of the old Berowra Parade → Waratah Gully Crossing

distance 1.2 km time 29 mins climb 31m descent -167m Hard track
Veer right: From the clearing, this walk follows the track beside the large 'Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park - Berowra Track' sign[11] heading directly away from the freeway[12]. The track is initially slightly overgrown and leads over a series of concrete drains[13]. The track then leads gently down through a tall casuarina and eucalypt stand[14] for about 30m to come to the edge of an unfenced cliff, with filtered valley views[15]. Here the walk turns left and leads gently down along the clear track[16] and beside a long rock wall (on your left)[17] for about 150m to a sharp right hand bend[18]. From here the track becomes a little steeper and continues through a series of 9 more hairpin bends[19][20][21][22][23][24][25][26][27] for 800m becoming moderately steep and passing through a grass tree forest[28] to come beside Waratah Gully creek[29]. Here the track flattens out and heads down through the canyon like gully for 100m then down some stone steps[30] to the Waratah Gully creek[31] crossing. The walk crosses the slippery sandstone creek bed at the site of an old bridge to find a small constructed sandstone buttress on the far side[32]. This creek may become impassable after heavy or prolonged rain.

(1km) Waratah Gully Crossing → Waratah Bay

distance 760 m time 15 mins climb 2m descent -64m Moderate track
Continue straight: From the sandstone buttress on the south side of Waratah Creek[33], this walk follows the clear and mostly flat track down through the steep sided canyon like gully[34], keeping the creek steeply below and to your left[35]. After passing through the dense moist forest for about 500m the rocky track leads over an exposed section of old pipes[36] then 70m later the track comes to the start of Waratah Bay[37]. Here the rocky track continues to lead beside the bay, keeping the water to your left[38] for 80m to pass a 'No Camping' and a 'Gas fires only' sign[39]. The walk now climbs up and over a short rocky rise[40] for about 35m to come back to the waters edge beside the rusted steel skeleton of a boat[41].

Waratah Bay

Waratah Bay
Waratah Bay sits on the eastern extent of Cowan Waters east of Berowra. The bay is home to a rusting metal boat hull[42], this boat marks the spot where the Edward Windybank and his family once worked and lived. Edward Windybank worked on the construction nearby railway line from 1886 to 87. Windybank also named the bay and acquired a life-long lease to use it. It seems that he built a small home, boat shed[45] and a narrow road up the hill. Windybank operate a boat building a hire business on site

(2km) Waratah Bay → Lords Bay headland

distance 2.1 km time 53 mins climb 143m descent -150m Moderate track
Continue straight: From beside the rusty remnants of Windybank boat[47], this walk follows the track along the foreshore keeping the water to your left[48]. The track leads over a small rise for about 120m to come to a set of old peers[49] that once supported the Windybank's boat shed. There are other remnant of their home in the area[50]. The rocky track continues to undulate along the southern shoreline of Waratah Bay for about 400m passing some large boulders to where the track bends right, following the shoreline, to come alongside Cowan Creek[51]. This walk follows the rocky track as it leads upstream along the western shore of Cowan Creek for about 50m to pass a deep but short sandstone overhang[52] (on your right). Continuing to undulating along the rocky shoreline, this walk heads through the bracken ferns and tall forest for 500m to cross a shallow rocky gully[53]. About 180m later this walk veers right to follow the formal track[54] up the timber steps, over a rise to continue long the shoreline over a few more rises for 300m before crossing a deep moist gully[55] just beyond a large sandstone cave[56], just inside the northern headland of Lords Bay. The walk now leads along the northern shore into Lords bay for 250m to cross the usually small creek and densely forest gully[57] at the apex of Lords Bay. About 60m later the track crosses another usually small creek[58] on the slippery sandstone rocks to then follow the clear track[59] along the southern shoreline of Lords bay for 200m to a small rock platform[60] on the southern headland of Lords Bay.

(4km) Lords Bay headland → Cowan Creek View

distance 1.9 km time 49 mins climb 132m descent -130m Hard track
Continue straight: From the small rock platform[61] on the southern headland of Lords Bay, this walk follows the track along foreshore keeping the water to your left for 350m to then head alongside a natural rock wall[62] (on your right) and a shorter wall (on your left). From here the walk continues along the foreshore for 400m to cross the rocky apex of Winson Gully bay[63] then along the southern foreshore of this bay for just shy of 200m to an unfenced flat rock with great views[64] down Cowan Creek. This walk now continues to follow the track for 200m past a small cave[65] to the where the track bends right at the southern headland of Winson Gully bay to continue along side Cowan Creek for 250m to pass a section of track where large sandstone boulders have been placed to stabilise the shoreline[66]. The track then bends right to follow the shoreline into another bay then along north shore of this bay for 300m to cross the usually shallow but wide (unnamed) creek flowing over sandstone platform and around boulders[67]. Now this walk follows the track out of the bay along the southern shoreline[68] past a section where more large rocks have been placed to protect the track[69] then up a few steps to a timber boardwalk[70] and viewing platform[71] on Cowan Creek.

Cowan Creek View

Cowan Creek View
Cowan Creek View, is a timber platform[72] lookout on Cowan Creek. The lookout is on the northern side of a headland and provide great views[73] down along Cowan Creek. This is a great place to rest and enjoy the water views.

(6km) Cowan Creek View → Int of Berowra and Mt Kuring-gai Tracks

distance 330 m time 8 mins climb 27m descent -7m Moderate track
Continue straight: From the viewing platform[74], this walk heads along the timber boardwalk[75] keeping Cowan Creek to your left. The boardwalk bends right where the walk then heads up some steps[76] and follows the rocky track as it undulates along the shoreline for 150m to pass close to a green channel marker[77]. From here the walk continues along shoreline for just over 160m to then head up some timber steps[78] and come to a signposted intersection[79] at the bottom of the the signposted 'Mt Ku-ring-gai Track'[80] (up to your right).

(6km) Int of Mt Kuring-gai and Berowra Tracks → Apple Tree Bay

distance 940 m time 26 mins climb 66m descent -82m Moderate track
Continue straight: From the intersection[81], this walk follows the clear track along the shoreline, keeping the water to your left. After about 40m this walk comes to a constructed stone wall[82] and series of disused stone steps (on your right)[83]. This is the site of the Woodnutts Boatshed that was built in 1910. The rusting water tank and a few other relics remain[85]. From here this walk continues along the shore line for just over 300m veering right a few times to pass over small rises using some timber steps[86] to then cross two small rock gully and grove of sassafras[87]. From this second gully the walk continues for 200m along side Cowan creek to here the now mostly flat track[88] tends right (still on the shoreline) and into Apple Tree Bay. The track then becomes rocky and leads up and down a series of stone steps for about 100m to find small fenced clearing and picnic area where a sign points back along the 'Berowra Track'[89]. Here the walk turns left and crosses Apple Tree Creek on the timber bridge[90] to find a sheltered 'Information' sign[91] on the other side. Now the walk leads past the top of the boat ramp[92] and wanders across the car park[93] just shy of 100m to find the kiosk at and 'Welcome to Apple Tree Bay' sign[94] at the main entrance to the parking area. At the end of this side trip, retrace your steps back to the main walk then Turn left .

Apple Tree Bay

Apple Tree Bay
Apple Tree Bay, in Ku-Ring-Gai Chase national park, has a popular boat ramp for accessing Cowan creek and plenty of parking. The area has kiosk, electric BBQ's, picnic benches, toilets, drinking water, garbage facilities, and shade provided by trees. If you are after a quiet spot, head to the western end (away from the boat ramp, past the BBQ's), just beyond the car park, to a lovely clearing by the water. The area is closed between sunset and sunrise. The kiosk/cafe[95] is open on weekend and services hot and cold drinks, ice creams and some hot food.

(6km) Int of Mt Kuring-gai and Berowra Tracks → Int of Lookout and Mt Kuring-gai Tracks

distance 1.9 km time 49 mins climb 190m descent -13m Hard track
Turn right: From the intersection, this walk follows the 'MT Ku-ring-gai Track' sign[96] up the rock and timber steps and past the small overhang[97]. The track leads fairly steeply up for 80m to then bend sharply right[98] and continue fairly steeply for another 200m to pass a natural rock wall[99] (on your left). Just 20m past this wall the track comes to a small flat area[100] with good views over Cowan Creek[101]. Here the walk continues more gently uphill along the rocky ridge line[102] for 300m where the track completely flattens out to pass along the side of a small hill[103] (on your left). Over the next 600m the track leads down across a saddle then up along the ridge to bend right onto[104] an exposed rock platform[105]. From there the sandy track soon bends left again to follow the ridge uphill for 100m to pass a small sandstone overhang[106] then continue up a long set of stone steps[107] where the sandy track mostly flattens out again[108]. Soon the track starts heading up more stone steps [109] for about 400m to pass between a large boulder (on your left) and along rock wall (on your right)[110]. At the end of this rock wall the track bends right and leads up the stone steps through the cleft in the rock[111] where the then mostly flat wide sandy track leads gently uphill for 250m to find a three-way intersection[112] marked with a NPWS arrow post[113].

(8km) Int of viewpoint and Mt Kuring-gai Tracks → Apple Tree Bay Viewpoint

distance 110 m time 2 mins climb 0m descent -14m Moderate track
Turn left : From the intersection, the walk heads east away from the main trail[114] to follow the wide sandy track gently downhill. The track begins to narrow[115] and after about 100m the now rocky track comes to an unfenced rock platform[116] with good views down over Apple Tree Bay and down along Cowan Creek valley[117]. At the end of this side trip, retrace your steps back to the main walk then Veer left.

(8km) Int of Lookout and Mt Kuringai Tracks → Corner of Harwood Avenue and Young Street

distance 650 m time 11 mins climb 5m descent -12m Easy track
Continue straight: From the intersection, this walk heads away from the face of the face of the NPWS arrow post[118] to head south west over a small rise and along the sandy management trail. The trail passes through open wooded forest for just over 600m to pass a 'Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park - Mt Kuring gai Track' sign[119] as the trail bends right where this walk heads around the green metal National Park gate[120]. Here the walk heads past a few houses to find the intersection of 'Harwood Ave' and 'Young St'[121] (Mt Kuring-gai).

(9km) Corner of Harwood Avenue and Young Street → Mt Kuring-gai Railway Station

distance 400 m time 8 mins climb 19m descent -1m Easy track
Continue straight: From the corner of Harwood Avenue and Young Street, this walk follows Harwood Ave downhill along the footpath. The footpath then leads up past a 'Seaview St'[122] and across 'Low St'[123] to continue to the end of Harwood Ave to find a footbridge[124]. Here the walk crosses the the F3 freeway using the caged foot bridge[125] to head down the steps into a concrete tunnel[126]. Part way through the tunnel this walk comes to an intersection at the bottom of the steps at Mt Kuring-gai Railway Station. Here there is a sign that points back to 'Mt Ku-ring-gai Walking Track'[127]

Maps for the Berowra to Mt Kuring-gai 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.

Hornsby1:25 000 Map Series91304S HORNSBYNSW-91304S
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Cross sectional view of the Berowra to Mt Kuring-gai bushwalking track

Terrain profile for Berowra to Mt Kuring-gai

Analysis and summary of the altitude variation on the Berowra to Mt Kuring-gai

Altitude analysis for Berowra to Mt Kuring-gai

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.

Length9.4 km
Time4 hrs 30 mins
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Grade 4/6



Hard track		AS 2156.1GradientVery steep (4/6)
Quality of trackRough track, where fallen trees and other obstacles are likely (4/6)
SignsDirectional signs along the way (3/6)
Experience RequiredSome bushwalking experience recommended (3/6)
WeatherStorms may impact on navigation and safety (3/6)
InfrastructureLimited facilities (such as cliffs not fenced, significant creeks not bridged) (4/6)

Some more details of this walks Grading

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

Gradient

4.8km of this walk has short steep hills and another 3.1km is very steep. Whilst another 990m has gentle hills with occasional steps and the remaining 600m is flat with no steps.

Quality of track

6km of this walk follows a formed track, with some branches and other obstacles and another 1.9km follows a rough track, where fallen trees and other obstacles are likely. Whilst another 850m follows a clear and well formed track or trail and the remaining 400m follows a smooth and hardened path.

Signs

Around 8km of this walk has directional signs at most intersection, whilst the remaining 1.3km is clearly signposted.

Experience Required

Around 7km of this walk requires some bushwalking experience, whilst the remaining 2.3km requires no previous bushwalking experience.

weather

Around 5km of this walk is affected by storms that may impact your navigation and safety, whilst the remaining 4.3km is not usually affected by severe weather events (that would unexpectedly impact safety and navigation).

Infrastructure

6km of this walk has limited facilities (such as not all cliffs fenced) and another 1.9km has limited facilities (such as cliffs not fenced, significant creeks not bridged). The remaining (1.6km) 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 Berowra to Mt Kuring-gai walk.

Bobbin Head to Mt Kuring-gai via Apple Tree Bay

5.3 km One way, 2 hrs 30 mins

Bobbin Head to Mt Kuring-gai via Apple Tree Bay

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

Grade 4
  • Car
  • Train

Hard track

Berowra to Bobbin Head

8.7 km One way, 4 hrs

Berowra to Bobbin Head

Following Cowan Creek, this walk is one of the most pleasant in the Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park, with great views over the water as well as nice views from the ridge at Berowra. Be sure to stop at the cafe for a cuppa in Bobbin Head before going home. Apple Tree Bay is also a very pleasant spot

Total climbing: 473m

Grade 4
  • Car
  • Train

Hard track

Sphinx to Mt Kuring-gai

10.7 km One way, 4 hrs 45 mins

Sphinx to Mt Kuring-gai

This walk starts at the Sphinx War Memorial and follows some well maintained and popular walking tracks down to Cowan Creek. Enjoy the water views as you head through Bobbin Head and Apple Tree Bay. The walk continues through the National Park and up the hill to Mt Kuring-gai. There are plenty of

Total climbing: 673m

Grade 4
  • Car
  • Bus
  • Train

Hard track

Sphinx War Memorial to Mt Kuring-gai Station

11 km One way, 4 hrs 30 mins

Sphinx War Memorial to Mt Kuring-gai Station

Starting at the Sphinx War Memorial in North Turramurra, this walk follows a series of well-used tracks exploring the waterways and Bobbin Head. The walk drops through Bobbin Head picnic area before passing through Apple Tree Bay on its way to Mt Kuring-gai. The scenic views and variety of things to

Total climbing: 518m

Grade 4
  • Car
  • Bus
  • Train

Hard track

Darri and Warrimoo Tracks to Mt Kuring-gai

14.6 km One way, 6 hrs 30 mins

Darri and Warrimoo Tracks to Mt Kuring-gai

Starting in North Turramurra, this walk follows the Darri and Warrimoo Tracks through Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park and down along the picturesque Cowan Creek. Bobbin Head makes a great spot to take a break and have some lunch at the cafe, kiosk or picnic area. From Bobbin Head, the track continue

Total climbing: 852m

Grade 4
  • Car
  • Bus
  • Train

Hard track

Wahroonga to Mt Kuring-gai

14.7 km One way, 5 hrs 30 mins

Wahroonga to Mt Kuring-gai

Starting with a walk through the streets of Wahroonga, this walk then heads bush, following the Gibberagong Track to Bobbin Head. After a picnic or a bite to eat from the kiosk, the walk then heads up the Birrawanna track to lead to Apple Tree Bay. From here the track follows the picturesque Cowan

Total climbing: 607m

Grade 4
  • Car
  • Bus
  • Train

Hard track

Other Nearby walks

A list of walks that start near the Berowra to Mt Kuring-gai walk.

Berowra to Berowra Waters

5.7 km One way, 2 hrs 45 mins

Berowra to Berowra Waters

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

Grade 4
  • Car
  • Bus
  • Train

Hard track

Berowra to Cowan via Berowra Waters

12.9 km One way, 6 hrs

Berowra to Cowan via Berowra Waters

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

Grade 4
  • Car
  • Bus
  • Train

Hard track

Berowra to Hornsby

22.6 km One way, 9 hrs 18 mins

Berowra to Hornsby

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

Grade 4
  • Car
  • Bus
  • Train

Hard track

Barnetts Lookout

420 m Return, 15 mins

Barnetts Lookout

A very pleasant and easy stroll along a path to a stunning view. Starting from Barnetts Road car park you follow the footpath through the picnic area, past the playground then meander gently downhill through the open forest among the scribbly gum trees. You soon discover a fenced lookout platform

Total climbing: 14m

Grade 1 Wheelchair accessible
  • Car
  • Bus

Very easy

Crosslands to Berowra Creek Lookout

980 m Return, 30 mins

Crosslands to Berowra Creek Lookout

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

Grade 1 Wheelchair accessible
  • Car

Very easy

Crosslands to Berowra Waters return

13.7 km Return, 6 hrs

Crosslands to Berowra Waters return

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

Grade 4
  • Car

Hard track

Crosslands to Cowan

14 km One way, 7 hrs 30 mins

Crosslands to Cowan

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

Grade 4
  • Car
  • Bus
  • Train

Hard track

Crosslands to Naa Badu Lookout return

8.2 km Return, 3 hrs 30 mins

Crosslands to Naa Badu Lookout return

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

Grade 4
  • Car

Hard track

Crosslands to Brooklyn

27.4 km One way, 2 Days

Crosslands to Brooklyn

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

Grade 4
  • Car
  • Bus
  • Train

Hard track

Apple Tree Bay Birrawanna Loop

3.9 km Circuit, 2 hrs

Apple Tree Bay Birrawanna Loop

This walk enjoys some great views and quiet bushland in Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park. From Apple Tree Bay, the walk soon heads over the hill and loops down to Bobbin Head, with the option of a bite to eat at the kiosk before returning along a similar but different route to Apple Tree Bay. The wal

Total climbing: 281m

Grade 4
  • Car

Hard track

Berowra Waters to Cowan Station

7.2 km One way, 3 hrs 30 mins

Berowra Waters to Cowan Station

This is a hilly walk out of the beautiful Berowra Waters valley to Cowan Station. There are many wide views across Berowra Creek providing some great excuses for well deserved rest stops. Take your time to enjoy the views, and rock formations, and creek crossings along the way as the track leads a

Total climbing: 597m

Grade 4
  • Car
  • Bus
  • Train

Hard track

Jerusalem Bay Track (Cowan to Brooklyn)

13.4 km One way, 5 hrs 30 mins

Jerusalem Bay Track (Cowan to Brooklyn)

This Cowan to Brooklyn Station walk is a popular section of the Great North Walk, with scenery ranging from foreshore to ridge top lookouts. You will follow the Great North Walk from Cowan Station down to the picturesque Jerusalem Bay, then climb up over a series of ridges before descending into Bro

Total climbing: 654m

Grade 4
  • Car
  • Bus
  • Train

Hard track

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Park Information

Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park

A largely untouched wilderness on the northern boundary of Sydney, Ku-ring-gai Chase NP is one of Australia's oldest national parks. Here at the head of the Hawkesbury River, you'll find Aboriginal engravings and sites, as well as sandstone escarpments,

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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