Gordon to Chatswood Station

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Time 4 hrs 30 mins
One way 12.2 km One way
Climb 381 m
Grade 4 Hard track
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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, with the heritage building having a long history.
Entrance into the National Park Blackbutt Ck Track Track beside house off Lady Game Dr The Block along the Lane Cove river Wattle Thistlewaite picnic area Int. of Baker's Track and Max Allen Dr Koonjeree park Intersection after Fullers Bridge Rail to River walk above 8th Tee Footpath to Chatswood Station Int. Harnett Pl and Rail to River Walk Track marker Rail to River sign

(0km) Gordon Station → Int. Blackbutt Creek Trk and Vale St

distance 980 m time 20 mins climb 6m descent -54m Easy track
From the top of the station, this walk heads towards the shops, down the stairs and to the road next to Gordon Station bus depot.
Continue straight: From Gordon Station bus depot, this walk heads up the hill of St Johns Ave to the Pacific Highway. The walk crosses to the other side at the pedestrian crossing. From here, this walk follows the shop fronts up the Pacific Highway, then turns left onto Moree St. This street is followed until the walk turns right onto Vale St. This walk continues along Vale St for a short time to the intersection with the bush track on the left of the street.

(1km) Int. Blackbutt Creek Trk and Vale St → Int. Lady Game Drive and Falls Creek Trk

distance 1.8 km time 33 mins climb 7m descent -54m Moderate track
Turn left : From the intersection next to house No. 31, this walk heads past a gate to follow a line of houses on the right. The track continues down a slight gradient for approximately 300m, turning left to come to the intersection, approximately 10m above a concrete sewerage inspection hole.
Veer left: From the intersection, this walk heads down the hill, passing a concrete sewerage inspection hole on the right. The trail continues along the creek line for another 20m, to the intersection which leads down to the creek on the right.
Continue straight: From the intersection, this walk follows the creek downstream for approximately 200m to the signposted intersection.
Continue straight: From the intersection, this walk follows the left-hand arrow on the 'Blackbutt Creek Track' sign, down the hill. The track contours with the creek on the right, and the houses high on the left, for approximately 1km to then steeply descend to the intersection above the concreted water-crossing.
Continue straight: From the intersection, this walk heads down the hill, across the concrete ford (creek), to then turn right and follow along side the creek. The trail tends left away from the creek, up to a white gate.

(3km) Int. Lady Game Drive and Falls Creek Trk → Allen Park

distance 1.2 km time 23 mins climb 49m descent -23m Easy track
Turn left : From the white metal gate, this walk heads up the hill along Lady Game Dr, crossing to the right side where safe. This walk then turns right on De Burgh Rd, then right again onto Beaumont Rd. At the end of Beaumont Rd, this walk turns left onto Blaxland Rd, then comes to an intersection at 'Allen Park' at the end of Blaxland Rd.

Allen Park

Allen Park
Allen Park is a very small grassed clearing at the end of Blaxland Rd. The park is not shaded and backs onto a house. The park is a thoroughfare to access the Great North Walk from Blaxland Rd.

(4km) Allen Park → Sandstone caves

distance 470 m time 14 mins climb 24m descent -54m Hard track
Veer right: From the corner of Terrace and Blaxland Roads, this walk heads around the locked gate[1] and then straight across the grassy clearing of 'Allen Park'. The walk soon tends left at the 'Lane Cove National Park' sign[2] and follows a wide trail down through the bush for about 60m, coming to an intersection where a 'Terrace Rd' sign[3] points back up the hill.
Turn left : From the intersection, this walk follows the GNW arrow post down the steps and along the narrower track[4], directly away from the face of the 'Great North Walk' sign. This track soon passes under some power lines[5] then continues through the open forest[6] for about 50m to head down some rocky steps[7]. From here, the walk follows the base of the rock wall[8] to head through a long tunnel-like sandstone overhang[9][10]. Here the track leads down to cross a mossy and rocky gully[11], then heads up around the left side of a large cube boulder[12] (know as 'The Block'). The walk then follows along the base of long sandstone wall[14] (on your left) for about 130m and then enters a sandstone overhang[15].

Sandstone caves

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[16].

(4km) Sandstone caves → Fiddens Wharf Oval Trk

distance 1.6 km time 32 mins climb 49m descent -62m Moderate track
Continue straight: From the cave, this walk follows the track through the second cave[17], keeping the valley to your right. Soon after the second cave, the track bends right and leads down to an unfenced rock platform[18]. Here the walk turns left and follows the rocky track down for 100m, then crosses a small flat timber bridge[19]. 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[20][21] to follow along the base of this cliff[22]. The track continues for just shy of 400m, passing a few more rock walls[23][24] (on your left), to then pass along the top of an unfenced cliff[25] (to your right). The track continues through the eucalypt and grass tree forest[26] 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[27] to cross the creek on a timber foot bridge[28]. 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[29] again for about 120m, coming to rock platform and small beach on the bank of the river[30]. Here the walk heads over the rock and follows the short section of timber boardwalk[31], where the track then leads past a small sandstone overhang[32]. About 60m later, the track crosses over a flat timber boardwalk bridge[33] and comes to a signposted three-way intersection and a 'Blue Hole' sign[34] pointing back along the track.

(6km) Bottom of Fiddens Wharf Oval Trk → Int. Opposite Bakers Flat

distance 1.8 km time 35 mins climb 62m descent -64m Moderate track
Continue straight: From the intersection, the track follows the 'Visitors Centre Loop' arrow[35][36] along the track, keeping the river to your right. After about 50m, this walk heads over a short timber boardwalk[37] and crosses the 'weedy'[38][39] 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[40]. The track leads gently up along the side of hill for about 70m, passing an unfenced cliff to your right[41], where the track bends left to lead across a rock gully[42]. The track then leads past the 'Sydney Peppermint'[43] and 'Sandstone Gully Community'[44] information signs and across a ferny gully to find a 'Sydney Red Gum' information sign[45]. From here, the walk heads up a series of timber steps[46] 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[47] to an intersection (with a narrower track on your left), just before the 'Sandstone Hillslope Community' information sign[48][49].
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.
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.

(8km) Int. Opposite Bakers Flat → Baker's Cottage

distance 120 m time 3 mins climb 10m descent -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
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.

(8km) Int. Opposite Bakers Flat → Lane Cove Weir South

distance 590 m time 13 mins climb 15m descent -19m Moderate 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.
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[50] (past a seat
[Seat]Seat

A stone seat, 42cm high, 60cm deep and 1.7m wide with a 22cm high arm and 22cm backrest.
on the right) to cross over the concrete ford
[Trip Hazard]Trip Hazard

The edges of the weir are ungraded and there is a significant drop with water hazards. Keep clear of edges.
(top of the weir wall[51]) to the other side of Lane Cove River to find an intersection marked with another GNW arrow post[52]. 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

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'[54] 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[56] and downstream[57].

(8km) Lane Cove Weir South → Koonjeree Middle Trk

distance 100 m time 2 mins climb 1m descent -1m Very easy
Turn left: From the intersection, this walk follows the GNW arrow post[58] along the concrete footpath, keeping the river to the left. The path leads around the edge of the 'Koonjeree picnic area'[59] and comes to an intersection with another footpath[60] (leading through the middle of the picnic area).

Koonjeree Picnic Area

Koonjeree Picnic Area
Koonjeree Picnic Area[61] is at the southern end of Lane Cove National Park, just near Fullers Bridge. The picnic area boasts free gas barbecues, flushing toilets[62][63][64], town tap water, picnic tables and shelters[65], a large open area[66] and car parking[67]. On the bank of the Lane Cove River[68], this is a pleasant spot to enjoy the park.

(8km) Koonjeree Middle Trk → Fullers Bridge Bus Stop

distance 190 m time 4 mins climb 7m descent -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.

Riverside Cafe Bar & Grill

Riverside Cafe Bar & Grill
The Riverside Cafe[69] 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.

(9km) Fullers Bridge Bus Stop → Int. Fairway and Delhi Rd

distance 130 m time 2 mins climb 5m descent -4m Easy track
Continue straight: From the intersection near the bus stop, this walk follows the footpath beside Delhi Rd, across Fullers Bridge[72] to come to the traffic lights at the intersection[73] of 'Lady Game Dr' and 'Delhi Rd'.
Continue straight: From the corner, this walk crosses Lady Game Drive[74] at the traffic lights, heading away from Fullers Bridge [75].
Turn right: From the intersection, this walk crosses Delhi Rd at the pedestrian crossing, then heads right to cross The Fairway. The walk immediately comes to an intersection with a bush track.

(9km) Int. Fairway and Delhi Rd → Int. Rail to River Trk and Reid Drive

distance 260 m time 5 mins climb 10m descent -3m Hard track
Veer left: From the intersection, this walk heads down to the Lane Cove River, on the right. The walk continues under the river bank's shady vegetation for a short time to a large signposted intersection behind the 8th tee of the golf course.
Veer left: From the intersection, the walk heads up the hill tending right, to a set of stairs which it climbs up to Reid Drive, opposite No. 17.

(9km) Int. Rail to River Trk and Reid Drive → Eastern side of O.H. Reid Memorial Oval

distance 520 m time 9 mins climb 13m descent -6m Moderate track
Turn right: From the intersection, this walk heads up the road above Chatswood Golf Course (below on the right). The walk follows the O.H. Reid Memorial Oval sign along the road for approximately 200m to the oval, car park and picnic area with play equipment.
Continue straight: From the car park, this walk heads past the metal gate and across the oval to the far side of the oval, where a track marker stands just off the oval.

(10km) Eastern side of O.H. Reid Memorial Oval → Int. Rail to River Trk and Hawthorne Ave

distance 70 m time 2 mins climb 13m descent 0m Moderate track
Continue straight: From the intersection, the walk heads up the stairs, winding around and through rocky outcrops to a fence line. The track follows the fence line up to the road, where a sign is bolted to the telegraph pole, indicating 'Rail to River Walk'.

(10km) Int. Rail to River Trk and Hawthorne Ave → Int. Fullers Rd and Bellevue Ave

distance 540 m time 11 mins climb 32m descent 0m Easy track
Turn left : From the intersection, this walk heads up the road following the 'Rail to River Walk' sign to the corner of the road.
Turn right: From the intersection, this walk follows the 'Rail to River Walk' sign up Bellevue Ave for approximately 500m to the signposted intersection with Fullers Rd.

(10km) Int. Fullers Rd and Bellevue Ave → Harnett Pl sign post

distance 540 m time 10 mins climb 8m descent -22m Easy track
Turn right: From the intersection, this walk heads up Fullers Rd, tending right where Fullers Rd meets Millwood Ave. The walk follows Fullers Rd for a short time to Lowanna Park on the right. Entry to the park is via a gate at the near-end of the park.
Turn right: From the Fullers Rd gate entry of Lowanna Park, this walk passes through the park diagonally, past the BBQs and play equipment, to the gate opening to Greville St. There is a 'Rail to River Walk' signpost outside the gate.
Turn right: From the gate, this walk heads down the hill, away from Fullers Rd. The track heads down the hill for approximately 200m to cross the road to the Harnett Pl sign, opposite No. 86.

(11km) Harnett Pl sign post → Int. Park Ave and Rail to River Trk

distance 500 m time 13 mins climb 30m descent -22m Moderate track
Veer left: From the intersection, this walk heads down the stairs, coming to a house. From the house on the right, the track zigzags down the hill through mossy rock outcrops to the signposted intersection above a creek and pipe.
Turn left: From the intersection, the walk heads down the steps and along the creek (which remains on your right) for approximately 60m to a signposted intersection.
Veer left: From the intersection, the walk heads up the gully, with the creek on the right. The track continues climbing up the gully for approximately 100m to an intersection in a clearer area.
Continue straight: From the intersection, the walk follows the 'Rail to River Walk' arrow on the signpost, to head up the gully. The track leads up along the creek (on your right) for approximately 50m to some steppingstones across the creek. Approximately 50m later, the track comes out onto a grassed clearing, from which the walk continues along the management trail to Park Ave.

(11km) Int. Park Ave and Rail to River Trk → Int. Park Ave and Edgar St Reserve Trk

distance 30 m time 1 mins climb 1m descent 0m Easy track
Turn left: From the intersection, this walk follows the 'Rail to River Walk' sign up the road for approximately 30m to the next signpost.

(11km) Int. Park Ave and Edgar St Reserve Trk → Int. Edgar St and Edgar St Reserve Trk

distance 340 m time 6 mins climb 12m descent -1m Moderate track
Turn right: From the intersection, this walk follows the 'Rail to River Walk' sign[76] off the road and along the bush track. The track heads relatively straight alongside a stormwater drain and a line of houses, to then pass a tennis courts' cyclone fence (above on the left). The walk then comes to a memorial bench which marks the intersection.
Continue straight: From the memorial bench, this walk heads up the hill, with the stormwater on the right and the house fences on both sides. The track heads up the hill for approximately 150m to a clearing with a playground. This walk passes the playground (with the playground on the left), continuing to the gate and road.

(12km) Int. Edgar St and Edgar St Reserve Trk → Chatswood Station

distance 620 m time 13 mins climb 37m descent -9m Moderate track
Turn right: From the intersection, this walk follows the "Rail to River" sign down Edgar St, to turn left onto Western Way. The walk along Western Way takes a dogleg turn right onto Jenkins Rd, then left onto Western Way again, and to the Pacific Highway. At the highway, this walk turns right (south) to the pedestrian crossing at Victoria Ave.
Turn left: From the intersection, this walk crosses at pedestrian crossing on Pacific Highway, or takes the foot bridge just near the intersection. This walk then continues down Victoria Ave to the entrance of the train station on the right. If the road turns left, you have gone too far.

Maps for the Gordon to Chatswood Station walk

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Cross sectional view of the Gordon to Chatswood Station bushwalking track

Terrain profile for Gordon to Chatswood Station

Analysis and summary of the altitude variation on the Gordon to Chatswood Station

Altitude analysis for Gordon to Chatswood Station

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

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

Length12.2 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, 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

5km of this walk has short steep hills and another 4.7km is flat with no steps. Whilst another 2.4km has gentle hills with occasional steps and the remaining 55m is very steep.

Quality of track

6km of this walk follows a formed track, with some branches and other obstacles and another 5km follows a smooth and hardened path. Whilst another 1.2km follows a clear and well formed track or trail and the remaining 340m follows a rough track, where fallen trees and other obstacles are likely.

Signs

Around 7km of this walk is clearly signposted, whilst the remaining 4.7km has directional signs at most intersection.

Experience Required

Around 10km of this walk requires no previous bushwalking experience, whilst the remaining 1.9km requires some bushwalking experience.

weather

Around 12km 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 7km of this walk is close to useful facilities (such as fenced cliffs and seats), whilst the remaining 4.8km has limited facilities (such as not all cliffs fenced).

Similar walks

A list of walks that share part of the track with the Gordon to Chatswood Station walk.

Lane Cove Weir to Boat Shed

1.3 km Return, 1 Hr

Lane Cove Weir to Boat Shed

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

Grade 3
  • Car
  • Bus

Moderate track

Baker's Cottage

1.5 km Return, 45 mins

Baker's Cottage

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

Grade 3
  • Car

Moderate track

Lane Cove National Park Heritage Walk

2.6 km One way, 1 Hr

Lane Cove National Park Heritage Walk

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

Grade 3
  • Car
  • Bus

Moderate track

Ferndale Park Loop

3.3 km Circuit, 1 hr 30 mins

Ferndale Park Loop

This is a short loop which escapes the city of Chatswood and drops down into the undeveloped valleys. The track is quiet and cool in the shade which the thick canopy provides. A great short walk or run during the lunch hour.

Total climbing: 88m

Grade 3
  • Car
  • Bus
  • Train

Moderate track

Fiddens Wharf walking track

4.3 km Circuit, 1 hr 27 mins

Fiddens Wharf walking track

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

Grade 3
  • Car
  • Bus

Moderate track

Riverside Walk

5.3 km One way, 2 hrs

Riverside Walk

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

Grade 4
  • Car
  • Bus

Hard track

Fairylands Loop Track

5.3 km Circuit, 2 hrs 30 mins

Fairylands Loop Track

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

Grade 4
  • Car
  • Bus

Hard track

Chatswood Station to Mowbray Park

5.4 km One way, 2 hrs

Chatswood Station to Mowbray Park

This walk leads down through the valleys beneath the houses, high on the ridge tops, to reaching the banks of the Lane Cove River at the Chatswood Golf Course. The walk then follows the scenic river, using boardwalks at times. The walk sees another side of Chatswood, with many natural treasures hidd

Total climbing: 137m

Grade 4
  • Car
  • Bus
  • Train

Hard track

Riverside Walking Track

5.5 km One way, 2 hrs

Riverside Walking Track

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

Grade 4
  • Car
  • Bus

Hard track

Blackbutt Creek Return

5.5 km Return, 2 hrs

Blackbutt Creek Return

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

Grade 3
  • Car
  • Bus
  • Train

Moderate track

Lane Cove Tourist Park to Baker's Cottage

5.9 km Return, 2 hrs 30 mins

Lane Cove Tourist Park to Baker's Cottage

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

Grade 3
  • Car

Moderate track

De Burghs Bridge to Fullers Bridge

6 km One way, 2 hrs 30 mins

De Burghs Bridge to Fullers Bridge

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 an

Total climbing: 200m

Grade 4
  • Car
  • Bus

Hard track

Roseville to Chatswood Station via Lane Cove River

6 km One way, 2 hrs 30 mins

Roseville to Chatswood Station via Lane Cove River

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

Grade 4
  • Car
  • Bus
  • Train

Hard track

North Ryde Fairyland circuit

6.9 km Circuit, 2 hrs 30 mins

North Ryde Fairyland circuit

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

Grade 4
  • Car
  • Bus
  • Train

Hard track

Rail to River Walk

7.5 km Circuit, 3 hrs

Rail to River Walk

This walk is a great one from Chatswood Station to the Lane Cove River National Park. The walk descends through the vegetated bushland which fills the valleys of the Lane Cove River. There are two places to buy a bite to eat, the Chatswood Golf Club and the Lane Cove River Steak and Seafood Restaura

Total climbing: 222m

Grade 4
  • Car
  • Bus
  • Train

Hard track

Roseville to Macquarie Park

8.9 km One way, 3 hrs 30 mins

Roseville to Macquarie Park

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

Grade 4
  • Car
  • Bus
  • Train

Hard track

Gordon to Roseville Railway Station

10.7 km One way, 4 hrs 30 mins

Gordon to Roseville Railway Station

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

Grade 4
  • Car
  • Bus
  • Train

Hard track

Rail to River and Stringybark Creek Reserve Walk

11.2 km Circuit, 4 hrs

Rail to River and Stringybark Creek Reserve Walk

This walk begins in the busy city of Chatswood and soon enters the nearby bushland around the Lane Cove River. The walk uses the v-shaped valleys to escape from the houses. Due to pollution and rubbish in stormwater run-off there are some less then pleasant pockets, however, this walk does explore s

Total climbing: 302m

Grade 4
  • Car
  • Bus
  • Train

Hard track

Epping to Gordon Station

11.7 km One way, 4 hrs 15 mins

Epping to Gordon Station

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

Grade 4
  • Car
  • Bus
  • Train

Hard track

Lane Cove Tourist Park River Circuit

11.9 km Circuit, 5 hrs

Lane Cove Tourist Park River Circuit

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

Grade 4
  • Car
  • Bus

Hard track

Gordon to Roseville Station (Riverside Walk)

13.3 km One way, 4 hrs 30 mins

Gordon to Roseville Station (Riverside Walk)

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

Grade 4
  • Car
  • Bus
  • Train

Hard track

Chatswood to Epping Station

16.3 km One way, 6 hrs

Chatswood to Epping Station

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

Grade 4
  • Car
  • Bus
  • Train

Hard track

Chatswood Station to Eastwood Station

18.1 km One way, 6 hrs 45 mins

Chatswood Station to Eastwood Station

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

Grade 4
  • Car
  • Bus
  • Train

Hard track

Gordon to Hornsby (overnight at Scout camp)

25.8 km One way, 2 Days

Gordon to Hornsby (overnight at Scout camp)

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

Grade 4
  • Car
  • Bus
  • Train

Hard track

Sydney to Thornleigh via Lane Cove Tourist Park

33 km One way, 2 Days

Sydney to Thornleigh via Lane Cove Tourist Park

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

Grade 4
  • Car
  • Bus
  • Train
  • Ferry

Hard track

Circular Quay to Hornsby

44.4 km One way, 3 Days

Circular Quay to Hornsby

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

Grade 4
  • Car
  • Bus
  • Train
  • Ferry

Hard track

Other Nearby walks

A list of walks that start near the Gordon to Chatswood Station walk.

East Killara Track

6 km One way, 2 hrs 45 mins

East Killara Track

This walk starts and finishes at different points on Eastern Arterial Road. The walk follows a mixture of service trails and bush tracks through Garigal National Park, along Middle Harbour Creek, then heads back out to Eastern Arterial Road, on the other side of Killara.

Total climbing: 296m

Grade 4
  • Car
  • Bus

Hard track

Killara to St Ives via Rocky Creek

6.8 km One way, 3 hrs

Killara to St Ives via Rocky Creek

This pleasant walk starts at the bottom of Eastern Arterial Road (near the speed camera) and follows the service trails and bush tracks into Garigal National Park and down the side of the valley to Middle Harbour Creek. From here the track follows Middle Harbour Creek north to the pipe bridge, and a

Total climbing: 400m

Grade 5
  • Car
  • Bus

Experienced only

St Ives to Davidson Park via Casuarina Track

9 km One way, 4 hrs

St Ives to Davidson Park via Casuarina Track

This walk starts in St Ives and follows the Pipeline and Bungaroo tracks down to Middle Harbour Creek, crossing the creek at the stepping stones and continuing to Davidson Picnic area. Much of this walk follows Middle Harbour Creek, providing great water views and passing some interesting sandstone

Total climbing: 399m

Grade 4
  • Car
  • Bus

Hard track

The Pipeline Track

4.7 km Return, 2 hrs

The Pipeline Track

This walk explores the bush from St Ives, and follows the pipeline down the the banks of Middle Harbour. There are a few steep sections in the second half of the walk. This walk is an interesting way to get into the heart of Garigal National Park following the Founders track.

Total climbing: 206m

Grade 3
  • Car
  • Bus

Moderate track

The Pipeline Way

4.7 km One way, 2 hrs 15 mins

The Pipeline Way

This pleasant walk follows the pipeline, from Hunter Avenue in St Ives, to John Oxley Drive, Davidson. The walk follows the pipeline down into the valley and crosses Middle Harbour Creek (via a quick upstream detour to the Bungaroo Track crossing) before climbing out of the valley to John Oxley Driv

Total climbing: 213m

Grade 4
  • Car
  • Bus

Hard track

Sheldon Cascades walk

360 m Return, 15 mins

Sheldon Cascades walk

This short walk explores a set of cascades, finishing at the top of a small waterfall. From the road, the walk follows the creek to a bridge just near the waterfall. You will often see rosellas feeding in the clearing near the first bridge.

Total climbing: 4m

Grade 2
  • Car
  • Bus

Easy track

East Killara Bushtrack

2.6 km One way, 1 hr 15 mins

East Killara Bushtrack

This walk explores a section of Middle Harbour and Gordon Creek following a narrow bush track. The walk provides some great views across Middle Harbour Creek and the bushland of the area. This walk also gets close to the mangroves along Middle Harbour creek. With the right tide, these mangroves can

Total climbing: 133m

Grade 4
  • Car
  • Bus

Hard track

Bungaroo Track

3.6 km Return, 1 hr 30 mins

Bungaroo Track

This walk explores a section of bush between Hunter Ave, St Ives, and Middle Harbour Creek. The walk follows a reasonably well defined bush track, passing several rocky outcrops with views across the valley. The walk is named after Bungaroo, a spot of Middle Harbour creek which was described by th

Total climbing: 237m

Grade 4
  • Car
  • Bus

Hard track

Founders Way

3 km Return, 1 hr 30 mins

Founders Way

This return walk starts at the Founders Way track head, in St Ives, and follows the pipeline through the National Park. The walk heads down into the valley where it comes to the Middle Harbour Creek pipe bridge. There is a short, optional side trip along the Bungaroo Track to the stepping stones cr

Total climbing: 137m

Grade 3
  • Car
  • Bus

Moderate track

Bungaroo and Founders Way Loop

3.5 km Circuit, 1 hr 30 mins

Bungaroo and Founders Way Loop

This circuit walk starts at Founders Way and follows the Bungaroo bush track through the national park to Middle Harbour Creek. There is an optional side trip to the creek crossing before returning, via the pipe bridge and the Pipeline Track. Along the Bungaroo Track there are plenty of opportuniti

Total climbing: 190m

Grade 4
  • Car
  • Bus

Hard track

Browns Waterhole Track

1.3 km One way, 30 mins

Browns Waterhole Track

This is a short walk down into the Lane Cove Valley, crossing the Lane Cove River, and out the other side. The entire track is concrete, making it a favourite trail for bike riders taking the short cut from Turramurra to Maquarie University. There are picnic tables at Browns Water Hole.

Total climbing: 49m

Grade 3
  • Car
  • Bus

Moderate track

Kissing Pt Rd to De Burghs Bridge

4.4 km One way, 1 hr 45 mins

Kissing Pt Rd to De Burghs Bridge

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

Grade 4
  • Car
  • Bus

Hard track

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The Gordon to Chatswood Station walk starts at the Gordon Station (gps: -33.756038, 151.15425)

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The Gordon to Chatswood Station ends at the Chatswood Station (gps: -33.797073, 151.18037)

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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.

Blackbutt Reserve

Blackbutt Reserve is a large area of natural bushland owned and managed by Ku-ring-gai council. The park extends from Lady Game drive up to Vale St, west of Gordon Golf course. The park is supports a number of service trail and bush track allowing visitors to explore large areas of the park. The park is also home to vulnerable Large Forest Owls.

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