De Burghs Bridge to Fullers Bridge

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2 hrs 30 mins

6 km One way

200 m

Hard track

Following the Lane Cove River, this walk mostly follows a section of the Great North Walk and is well maintained and signposted. Things to lookout for include Fiddens Wharf which is a very pleasant spot to sit and watch the ducks. The walk passes by Lane Cove National Park Headquarters, so pop by and check out the other experiences available in the park.

(0km) Int. Opposite the end of Lady Game Drive → Int of Great North Walk and Ryde Road track

320 m

7 mins

-23m Moderate track

From the intersection, this walk passes over the timber railing and turns left down the hill. The track winds down the hill for approximately 200m to the signposted intersection.

(0km) Int of GNW and Ryde Road trail (west) → Int. Great North Walk and Blue Hole Trk

660 m

13 mins

15m

-22m Moderate track

Turn left: From the intersection, this walk follows the 'Great North Walk' sign[1] south, gently downhill past the NPWS no bikes or pets post[2] and along the track which soon bends left. The track leads gently down through a weedy section[3], then among the rocks and grass trees[4] for about 400m to come to a metal handrail[5]. The walk follows the two sections of handrail down this steeper stretch of rocky track, then the track mostly flattens out and leads under the large concrete Deburghs Bridge[6], with some graffiti[7]. Once on the other side of the bridge, this track leads along the side of the valley for another 50m to climb up a couple of steps[8] and come to three-way intersection, where a 'Thornleigh via Great North Walk' sign[9] points back along the track.
Continue straight: From the intersection, the walk follows the sign to 'Lane Cove River Weir via Great North Walk'[10] down the hill and steps, keeping the valley to your right. The track soon leads down some stone steps[11], then a little further along, partway down some timber steps, this walk comes to a three-way intersection[12], marked with a GNW arrow post.

(1km) Int. Great North Walk and Blue Hole Trk → Blue Hole

30 m

0m Moderate track

Veer right: From the intersection, this walk heads straight down the timber steps[13]. Partway down the hill, metal steps[14] lead between a couple of rocks, where the track then comes to a sandy beach[15] and water hole, 'Blue Hole' on the Lane Cover River, in view of Deburghs Bridge[16]. At the end of this side trip, retrace your steps back to the main walk then Veer right.

Blue Hole

Blue Hole[17] is found in the Lane Cove River, downstream of De Burghs Bridge[18]. Within Lane Cove National Park this small pleasent waterhole has a flat rock and small sandy beach[19] on the north side of the river. The water is polluted by run-off and rubbish, especially after rain, so it is not suitable for swimming. It is still a pleasent place to relax and enjoy the valley.

(1km) Int. Great North Walk and Blue Hole Trk → Sandstone caves

660 m

16 mins

44m

-34m Hard track

Turn left: From the intersection, this walk follows the GNW arrow post along the flat track[20], keeping the valley to your right. The track soon bends left then follows a GNW arrow post down off a rock platform[21] to cross the rocky Blackbutt Creek[22][23]. Here, the walk heads up a series of timber steps[24], then the track flattens out and turns right at another GNW arrow post[25]. Here the track widens into a trail and leads up over a partially buried, green metal pipeline[26] (sometimes hissing[27]) then follows the power lines[28] for about 50m before turning left and coming to a signposted intersection partway up the hill[29]. There is a 'Great North Walk - Deburghs Bridge' sign pointing back downhill[30].
Veer right: From the intersection, this walk follows the GNW arrow post down the steps and along the narrower track[31], directly away from the face of the 'Great North Walk' sign. This track soon passes under some power lines[32] then continues through the open forest[33] for about 50m to head down some rocky steps[34]. From here, the walk follows the base of the rock wall[35] to head through a long tunnel-like sandstone overhang[36][37]. Here the track leads down to cross a mossy and rocky gully[38], then heads up around the left side of a large cube boulder[39] (know as 'The Block'). The walk then follows along the base of long sandstone wall[41] (on your left) for about 130m and then enters a sandstone overhang[42].

Sandstone caves

This fairly large sandstone overhang is found on the eastern side of the Lane Cove Valley. The walking track leads through the two caves that run in series, with the northern cave being larger. The lip of the overhang hangs down a bit, providing some extra protection from wind and rain. The cave also provide some shade and a cooler spot on hot days, and there are also a couple of well placed boulders forming nice seats[43].

(2km) Sandstone caves → Fiddens Wharf Oval Trk

1.6 km

32 mins

49m

-62m Moderate track

Continue straight: From the cave, this walk follows the track through the second cave[44], keeping the valley to your right. Soon after the second cave, the track bends right and leads down to an unfenced rock platform[45]. Here the walk turns left and follows the rocky track down for 100m, then crosses a small flat timber bridge[46]. Just past the bridge, this walk turns right at the top of a smaller unfenced cliff and heads down the small gully, where the track then turns sharply left[47][48] to follow along the base of this cliff[49]. The track continues for just shy of 400m, passing a few more rock walls[50][51] (on your left), to then pass along the top of an unfenced cliff[52] (to your right). The track continues through the eucalypt and grass tree forest[53] and soon starts leading down the side of the hill, then follows the track along the bank of the Lane Cove River for about 250m. The track leaves the river and climbs a small rise to a signposted intersection. The walk continues straight, following the 'Visitors Centre' sign downhill, then soon goes down some steps[54] to cross the creek on a timber foot bridge[55]. The track turns right on the other side of the bridge and leads out of the lush gully to follow the bank of the Lane Cover River[56] again for about 120m, coming to rock platform and small beach on the bank of the river[57]. Here the walk heads over the rock and follows the short section of timber boardwalk[58], where the track then leads past a small sandstone overhang[59]. About 60m later, the track crosses over a flat timber boardwalk bridge[60] and comes to a signposted three-way intersection and a 'Blue Hole' sign[61] pointing back along the track.

(3km) Bottom of Fiddens Wharf Oval Trk → Thistlethwaytes Picnic Area

1.1 km

23 mins

49m

-51m Moderate track

Continue straight: From the intersection, the track follows the 'Visitors Centre Loop' arrow[62][63] along the track, keeping the river to your right. After about 50m, this walk heads over a short timber boardwalk[64] and crosses the 'weedy'[65][66] creek. The walk then heads up some steps and a staircase to the top of a rock platform, where there is a 'Blackbutts' information sign[67]. The track leads gently up along the side of hill for about 70m, passing an unfenced cliff to your right[68], where the track bends left to lead across a rock gully[69]. The track then leads past the 'Sydney Peppermint'[70] and 'Sandstone Gully Community'[71] information signs and across a ferny gully to find a 'Sydney Red Gum' information sign[72]. From here, the walk heads up a series of timber steps[73] to where the track suddenly widens into a mostly flat trail. This trail soon bends right and leads through the casuarina forest, past the 'Scribbly Gum' information sign[74] to an intersection (with a narrower track on your left), just before the 'Sandstone Hillslope Community' information sign[75][76].
Continue straight: From the intersection, this walk heads around the hillside, with the river below on the right. The walk tends left as it contours around the hill. It then descends over speed bumps for approximately 50m to the car park of Thistlethwaytes picnic area.

(4km) Thistlethwaytes Picnic Area → Int. Opposite Bakers Flat

620 m

12 mins

13m

-13m Very easy

Continue straight: From the picnic area, this walk heads down the road, with the water to the right. The walk continues down the road for a short time, to the intersection with the entrance of the National Parks and Wildlife Service's Depot on the left, and the Schwartz Homestead a short distance up the hill.
Continue straight: From the intersection, this walk heads along the road, with the water on the right. The walk tends left, continuing up the road to pass a brick building on the right, before coming to the signposted intersection, opposite Baker's Flat.

(5km) Int. Opposite Bakers Flat → Baker's Cottage

120 m

3 mins

10m

-1m Moderate track

Turn left : From the intersection, the walk heads up the stairs tending right, up the hill. The walk passes a sign about native grasses before continuing right, to Baker's Cottage. At the end of this side trip, retrace your steps back to the main walk then Turn left.

Baker's Cottage

Baker's Cottage was built in 1865 as the residence of William Baker and his family. The cottage once stood in the middle of a well-kept garden and orchard. The cottage itself was once larger, with more rooms and a verandah surrounding it. The residence changed hands only twice, and was then appropriated by the Minister of Lands in 1938.

(5km) Int. Opposite Bakers Flat → Int. Max Allen Dr and Jenkins Hill Trk

330 m

7 mins

15m

-10m Easy track

Continue straight: From the intersection, this walk heads down the road towards the car park at '29 Bakers Flat'. The walk continues along the road to pass the clearing and tend right, up the hill, to an intersection with a bush track on the right.

(5km) Int. Max Allen Dr and Jenkins Hill Trk → Lane Cove Weir South

260 m

6 mins

-9m Moderate track

Turn right: From the intersection, this walk heads down the path for approximately 50m to pass a toilet block on the left of the track. The track continues to an intersection with a railed footpath.
Veer right: From the intersection, this walk heads down the slight gradient, away from the toilet block to the large concreted area above the weir.
Turn right: From the intersection, this walk heads directly down the hill to the weir at the water.
Continue straight: From the intersection, this walk follows the GNW arrow post[77] (past a seat

[Seat]

on the right) to cross over the concrete ford

[Trip Hazard]

(top of the weir wall[78]) to the other side of Lane Cove River to find an intersection marked with another GNW arrow post[79]. After heavy or prolonged rain, this crossing may be closed. It is unsafe to cross if water is flowing over the top.

Lane Cove Weir

The Lane Cove River Weir was built in 1938 during the depression. The motivation for building the lake was to make the area more appealing for visitors' picnics. The weir created environmental issues such as silting and a decline in native fish populations. In more recent years, a 'fish ladder'[81] has been constructed to allow fish to undertake their natural migration route for breeding. The weir proves an easy way for walkers to cross the Lane Cove River whilst enjoying the views up[83] and downstream[84].

(6km) Lane Cove Weir South → Koonjeree Middle Trk

100 m

2 mins

-1m Very easy

Turn left: From the intersection, this walk follows the GNW arrow post[85] along the concrete footpath, keeping the river to the left. The path leads around the edge of the 'Koonjeree picnic area'[86] and comes to an intersection with another footpath[87] (leading through the middle of the picnic area).

Koonjeree Picnic Area

Koonjeree Picnic Area[88] is at the southern end of Lane Cove National Park, just near Fullers Bridge. The picnic area boasts free gas barbecues, flushing toilets[89][90][91], town tap water, picnic tables and shelters[92], a large open area[93] and car parking[94]. On the bank of the Lane Cove River[95], this is a pleasant spot to enjoy the park.

(6km) Koonjeree Middle Trk → Fullers Bridge Bus Stop

190 m

4 mins

-6m Very easy

Turn right: From the intersection, this walk heads towards the road then passes over it, to the toilet blocks.
Turn left: From the toilets, this walk heads through the low bushes, following the car park (which is on the left). The walk winds through the bushes to pass a stone seat on the left before crossing the entrance road to the Lane Cove National Park. This walk then continues along the footpath for a few metres to the road, which it crosses to come to the bus stop.

(6km) Fullers Bridge Bus Stop → Riverside Cafe

40 m

0m Easy track

Turn left : From the intersection between the bus stop and bridge, this walk heads down the steps[96] (away from the road) to almost immediately come to an intersection with another footpath[97].
Turn right: From the intersection, this walk follows the footpath under Fullers Bridge[98] and comes to the end of a minor road[99], in front of the 'Riverside Cafe Bar AND Grill'[100].

Riverside Cafe Bar & Grill

The Riverside Cafe[101] is found at the end of service road on the south-west corner of Fullers Bridge. The nicely renovated building looks over the Lane Cove River and is open 7 days, serving breakfast, lunch and dinner. The food is cafe-style and meals are priced upwards from $13. Ph: (02) 9412 3773.

(6km) Riverside Cafe → Corner of Delhi Rd and River Ave

70 m

1 mins

0m Easy track

Turn right: From in front of 'Riverside Cafe Bar & Grill'[104], this walk heads up along the minor road[105]. At the T-intersection with River Ave, this walk crosses the road to find a 'Great North Walk' signposted intersection[106].

Maps for the De Burghs Bridge to Fullers Bridge 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.

Parramatta River	1:25 000 Map Series	91303N PARRAMATTA RIVER	NSW-91303N
Sydney	1:100 000 Map Series	9130 SYDNEY	9130

Cross sectional view of the De Burghs Bridge to Fullers Bridge bushwalking track

Analysis and summary of the altitude variation on the De Burghs Bridge to Fullers Bridge

Altitude analysis for De Burghs Bridge to Fullers Bridge

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	6 km
		Time	2 hrs 30 mins
		.
Grade 4/6 Hard track	AS 2156.1	Gradient	Short steep hills (3/6)
		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	Some bushwalking experience recommended (3/6)
		Weather	Storms may impact on navigation and safety (3/6)
		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

4.2km of this walk has short steep hills and another 1.6km is flat with no steps. The remaining (130m) has gentle hills with occasional steps.

Quality of track

3.9km of this walk follows a formed track, with some branches and other obstacles and another 1.5km follows a smooth and hardened path. Whilst another 340m follows a rough track, where fallen trees and other obstacles are likely and the remaining 200m follows a clear and well formed track or trail.

Signs

Around 3.2km of this walk has directional signs at most intersection, whilst the remaining 2.8km is clearly signposted.

Experience Required

Around 4.1km of this walk requires no previous bushwalking experience, whilst the remaining 1.9km requires some bushwalking experience.

weather

Around 6km of this walk is not usually affected by severe weather events (that would unexpectedly impact safety and navigation), whilst the remaining 55m is affected by storms that may impact your navigation and safety.

Infrastructure

Around 4.2km of this walk has limited facilities (such as not all cliffs fenced), whilst the remaining 1.7km 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 De Burghs Bridge to Fullers Bridge walk.

Lane Cove Weir to Boat Shed

1.3 km Return, 1 Hr

This is a great way to explore the picnic areas and banks of the Lane Cove River. There are picnic areas and plenty of seats to enjoy along the way. On the weekend you can hire a boat and go for a paddle before heading back to the start. You could spend a whole day enjoying the river, bus and parkla

Total climbing: 17m

Moderate track

Baker's Cottage

1.5 km Return, 45 mins

The Baker's Cottage Heritage Track is a quick and interesting walk. The track itself is mainly drivable road, and turns to bush track before going up the hill to the cottage itself. At 140 years of age, Baker's Cottage is the oldest unmodified structure, still standing, in the Ku-ring-gai area. All

Total climbing: 56m

Moderate track

Lane Cove National Park Heritage Walk

2.6 km One way, 1 Hr

The Heritage Walk visits many of the historically significant buildings within the Lane Cove National Park. The walk follows the Lane Cove River from Fiddens Wharf and finishes at the Weir Precinct on Fullers Rd. The buildings are surprisingly intact, considering their age and history. A great walk

Total climbing: 89m

Moderate track

Fiddens Wharf walking track

4.3 km Circuit, 1 hr 27 mins

This walk explores some of the hills and river banks of the Lane Cove National Park. Leaving the weir precinct on Max Allen Drive, the walk follows the Great North Walk over the hill and down to Fiddens Wharf (just near the oval). The return journey, past Schwartz Homestead, provides a great chance

Total climbing: 159m

Moderate track

Kissing Pt Rd to De Burghs Bridge

4.4 km One way, 1 hr 45 mins

Following a section of the Great North Walk, this popular walk is well signposted and maintained. There are good views of the Lane Cove River as the track passes along the side of the ridge to the north. In several sections the track goes down to smaller creeks (some of which are polluted). Watch th

Total climbing: 155m

Hard track

Vimeira Rd to De Burghs Bridge

5.1 km One way, 2 hrs

A well maintained and signposted track that follows the Lane Cove River, along a section of the Great North Walk. The section of bush track just west of De Burghs Bridge has great views of the river. Brown's Waterhole is a good spot to break, although early in the walk. Watch out for cyclists in th

Total climbing: 178m

Hard track

Riverside Walk

5.3 km One way, 2 hrs

This walk is a lovely stroll along one side of the Lane Cove River. The walk passes through many picnic areas, providing plenty of options for rests and food breaks (some having BBQ's). This walk is also good for taking a Frisbee or a ball along for the kids.

Total climbing: 114m

Hard track

Fairylands Loop Track

5.3 km Circuit, 2 hrs 30 mins

This walk loops around a section of the Lane Cove River. Starting at Fullers Bridge, the walk follows the Great North walk through the historic site of Fairylands to Epping road before crossing the Lane Cove river and heading up the other bank of the river, passing through a variety of environments

Total climbing: 175m

Hard track

Riverside Walking Track

5.5 km One way, 2 hrs

This is a scenic walk which takes in views of the Lane Cove River and some heritage buildings. Porters Creek bridge is a fantastic example of extravagant stone work, cut locally from the creek itself. The walk generally follows the Lane Cove River, passing many favourite sun baking spots for the loc

Total climbing: 85m

Hard track

Lane Cove Tourist Park to Baker's Cottage

5.9 km Return, 2 hrs 30 mins

From the Tourist Park, this walk heads down to the other side of the Lane Cove River, to Baker's Cottage. The walk passes the Lane Cove River Boat Shed and a play ground for the kids with plenty of open areas to run and play. Baker's Cottage, perched up a slight hill, is worth the short distance wit

Total climbing: 159m

Moderate track

Roseville to Chatswood Station via Lane Cove River

6 km One way, 2 hrs 30 mins

This walk takes you down into the v-shaped valleys that run between the houses of Roseville and Chatswood. The walk stays predominantly in the valleys, with many sections on road or footpath. This walk has a surprising amount of bushland which is very close to civilisation. The walk also passes the

Total climbing: 185m

Hard track

North Ryde Fairyland circuit

6.9 km Circuit, 2 hrs 30 mins

Starting at North Ryde train station this walk explores a stretch of the Lane Cove River, visiting the historic Fairlylands Pleasure Grounds along the way. The walk starts by wandering through the Riverside Corporate Park and soon comes alongside the Lane Cove River to join the Great North Walk. Her

Total climbing: 191m

Hard track

Roseville to Macquarie Park

8.9 km One way, 3 hrs 30 mins

This walk starts at Roseville station and explores the streets and alleyways of Roseville before joining the main spine of the Great North Walk at Fullers Bridge. Here you head deeper into the bush to explore the eastern bank on the Lane Cove River. There is a great diversity of mostly dry forest a

Total climbing: 290m

Hard track

De Burgs Bridge to Thornleigh station

9.7 km One way, 3 hrs 45 mins

This walk follows a section of the Great North Walk, starting from De Burghs bridge. The walk winds north west, through the Lane Cove Valley, passing through Browns Waterhole and continuing alongside Lane Cove river as it zigzags along the valley floor. The walk then climbs up to the Thornleigh play

Total climbing: 363m

Hard track

Gordon to Roseville Railway Station

10.7 km One way, 4 hrs 30 mins

The track connecting Gordon to Roseville Railway Station is a surising scenic walk through remnant bushland. The walk escapes the urban centres to wind through the valleys and along the Lane Cove River with its abundance of water dragons, ducks and other birds. The walk is a great way to do a statio

Total climbing: 345m

Hard track

Macquarie Park to Thornleigh

11.6 km One way, 4 hrs 30 mins

Starting from the Macquarie Park train station, you wander down Lane Cove Rd and over De Burghs Bridge to join the main spine of the Great North Walk in the Lane Cove Valley. Here the walk heads under De Burghs bridge then explores the dry grass tree and eucalypt forest along the side of the ridge.

Total climbing: 413m

Hard track

Epping to Gordon Station

11.7 km One way, 4 hrs 15 mins

This walk, from Epping Station to Gordon Station, passes below the homes which sit on the hills high above the Lane Cove River. The walk mostly follows management trails which weave above and across the rivers and creeks which fill the valley. The walk then leaves Lane Cove River National Park and e

Total climbing: 365m

Hard track

Lane Cove Tourist Park River Circuit

11.9 km Circuit, 5 hrs

This walk follows a large section of Lane Cove River. The walk follows the Riverside Walking track up the Lane Cove River to De Burghs Bridge. From the bridge the track winds back along the hillside on the other side of the river. The track then passes a few historic buildings, and the Visitor Centr

Total climbing: 381m

Hard track

Gordon to Chatswood Station

12.2 km One way, 4 hrs 30 mins

This walk is a great way to get into the bush without being far from civilisation. The walk wanders through untouched valleys and along the Lane Cove River, passing over many roads and footpaths to connect such unspoilt bush. The side trip to Baker's cottage is definitely worth the short stroll, wit

Total climbing: 381m

Hard track

Gordon to Roseville Station (Riverside Walk)

13.3 km One way, 4 hrs 30 mins

This walk goes from Gordon, to Roseville station, using the Riverside Walking Track. From DeBurghs Bridge, the walk follows the western bank of the Lane Cove River, passing many picnic areas and the Lane Cove River Boat Shed. The scenic walk along the Lane Cove River provides plenty of opportunities

Total climbing: 344m

Hard track

Chatswood to Epping Station

16.3 km One way, 6 hrs

This walk, from Chatswood to Epping, is a long but enjoyable walk along the Lane Cove valley. The walk mostly follows the Lane Cove River to Terry's Creek, then follows Terry's creek, under some major roads, to Epping. A great walk exploring bushland so close to the suburbs.

Total climbing: 533m

Hard track

Chatswood Station to Eastwood Station

18.1 km One way, 6 hrs 45 mins

Following the Lane Cove River and Terry's Creek, this walk uses the valleys between the stations to explore some suburban bushland. From Chatswood Station, the walk soon leaves the suburban area and passes through the bush along the Lane Cove River. A great station-to-station walk with a few options

Total climbing: 554m

Hard track

Gordon to Hornsby (overnight at Scout camp)

25.8 km One way, 2 Days

This overnight walk starts from Gordon train station and winds through bush filled valleys to Hornsby station. From Gordon station, the walk winds down past the Gordon golf course to the Great North Walk, then continues north through the Lane Cove Valley before staying overnight at the Baden Powell

Total climbing: 1024m

Hard track

Sydney to Thornleigh via Lane Cove Tourist Park

33 km One way, 2 Days

This overnight walk starts from the Obelisk in Macquarie Park, Sydney, at the official start of the Great North Walk. The walk soon boards the ferry from Circular Quay to Woolwich, and follows the Great North Walk through the streets of Hunters Hill and into the Lane Cove National Park. After stayi

Total climbing: 1110m

Hard track

Circular Quay to Hornsby

44.4 km One way, 3 Days

This fun walk covers a large section of the Great North Walk, starting from the official start in Circular Quay. After a short ferry trip the walk follows the Lane Cove River through the Lane Cove National Park, to Thornleigh. Here, the walk enters Berowra Valley National Park, continuing along the

Total climbing: 1690m

Hard track

Other Nearby walks

A list of walks that start near the De Burghs Bridge to Fullers Bridge walk.

Lane Cove Tourist Park to Boat Shed

3.4 km Return, 1 hr 30 mins

This walk, from the Lane Cove Tourist Park to the Lane Cove River Boat Shed, meanders along the placid Lane Cove River, passing many picnic areas along the way. The Boat Shed itself is surrounded by a large picnic area with plenty of space for the kids to run around and play. You can even hire a bo

Total climbing: 98m

Moderate track

Two Creeks Track

6.1 km One way, 2 hrs 30 mins

A popular walk that explores Gordon, Middle Harbour and Moores Creeks. This walk crosses a section of Garigal National park and a few reserves managed by Ku-ring-gai Council, you will see some great water views, sandstone caves and heritage sandstone works. The track is well signposted. The optiona

Total climbing: 237m

Moderate track

Lindfield Park and Little Digger Track Loop

6.7 km Circuit, 2 hrs 45 mins

This pleasant walk starts from Lindfield Park and heads through the bushland to the Two Creeks Track, which it follows through the National Park to, and along, Middle Harbour Creek. The walk returns to Lindfield Park via the picturesque Little Digger Track, and through a few shortcut alley ways in E

Total climbing: 287m

Moderate track

Blackbutt Creek Return

5.5 km Return, 2 hrs

This walk is a popular track being close to roads, yet surrounded by nice tall trees. The walk heads down hill with tall eucalyptus surrounding the track and providing shade for most of the walk. Convenient access to the start of the walk from Gordon Railway station is another feature of this walk.

Total climbing: 121m

Moderate track

Epping Station Lane Cove River Loop

8.4 km Circuit, 3 hrs

A great way to explore the Lane Cove Valley from Epping Station, this walk loops around North Epping, returning to the station. There are many sights to be seen along this walk, with Whale Rock and Brown's Waterhole being a couple of highlights. The walk explores Devlins Creek, upper Lane Cove River

Total climbing: 168m

Moderate track

Epping to Cheltenham Station via Whale Rock

6.8 km One way, 2 hrs 30 mins

This walk, to Cheltenham Station from Epping Station, visits Whale Rock and Lane Cove River. This is not the most direct route between the two stations, but it is a great way to explore Devlins Creek. With a train station at each end, this walk mostly follows well define management trails with a n

Total climbing: 184m

Hard track

Epping to Eastwood Station (via Lane Cove River)

10.2 km One way, 3 hrs 45 mins

Epping to Eastwood, via Lane Cove River, is the longer route through the bush between the stations. This walk visits Big Ducky Waterhole, Whale Rock, Browns Waterhole and the Lane Cove River. The water is a great feature of this walk as you explore the valleys between Epping and Eastwood Stations.

Total climbing: 189m

Moderate track

Epping to Hornsby Station

17.5 km One way, 6 hrs 45 mins

This long day walk follows the Lane Cove River and Berowra Creek. The walk mostly follows the iconic Great North Walk, keeping mostly to bushland. With a train station at each end and a chance to fill the tummy at Thornleigh, this is an enjoyable day out.

Total climbing: 705m

Hard track

Epping to Pennant Hills Station

5.3 km One way, 2 hrs

This walk explores the bush between Epping and Pennant Hills stations. Sections of the walk pass through the Lane Cove National Park, although not down to the Lane Cove River. The walk explores a section of Devlins and Byles Creeks before passing near Pennant Hills park. The walk then takes the ro

Total climbing: 155m

Moderate track

Epping to Thornleigh Station

8 km One way, 3 hrs

This walk, between Epping and Thornleigh Stations, follows Devlins Creek then Lane Cove River as they wind through the valley. There are a number of interesting rock features to enjoy along the walk. The walk starts and ends near shops, so you can fill up with a coffee or a bite to eat at each end.

Total climbing: 209m

Hard track

Epping to Eastwood Station (via Terrys Creek)

4.1 km One way, 1 hr 30 mins

This walk, via Terry's Creek, is the most direct bush route between the two stations. Terry's Creek waterfall features as a wonderful spot to unwind and enjoy the bush. The walk up to Eastwood Station visits the open grassy Forrester Park, another nice place to take a break along this walk.

Total climbing: 71m

Moderate track

Epping to Pennant Hills Station (via Lane Cove River)

8.4 km One way, 3 hrs 15 mins

This walk, from Epping to Pennant Hills Station, is a great way to see the upper Lane Cove River Valley. The walk does pass near major roads, but there are times along the track, near Browns Water Hole and along the Lane Cove River, where you forget how close you are to the city. Allow time to enjo

Total climbing: 249m

Hard track

Plan your trip to and from the walk here

The De Burghs Bridge to Fullers Bridge walk starts at the Int. Opposite the end of Lady Game Drive (gps: -33.773380, 151.13520)

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The De Burghs Bridge to Fullers Bridge ends at the Corner of Delhi Rd and River Ave (gps: -33.793028, 151.15615)

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Park Information

Lane Cove National Park

This small but picturesque city park is a haven of peaceful bushland along the winding Lane Cove River. Home to the Kukundi Wildlife Shelter and 27 km of the Great North Walk, you can also hire a boat, take a stroll or enjoy a picnic by the weir.

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