Download our route map pdf popular places to visit. Information on the 250km walking trail from sydney to newcastle. The great north walk is a walking track which runs from sydney to newcastle in new south. There are many side tracks which link the track to populated areas along the length of the walk. You can watch this video to get a sense of the journey. The walking trail is waymarked and starts from the gwaun hepste car park. The great north walk, a 250 kilometre bush walking track linking sydney city with the hunter valley and newcastle. Its not the most scenic walk in greater sydney but it is one of the blue mountains classics, and totally worth doing.
The great north walk 100s map 16 race route emergency evacuation route emergency evacuation point checkpoint 6 informal parking area on south side of pacific highway, 400 metres east of bridge over mooney mooney creek, brisbane water. Great north walk, walking, sydney, sydney to brooklyn walking. Great north walk to the brooklyn dam new south wales. The great north walk, the fullcolour guide to multiday and day excursions by matt mcclelland. A walk in the north west of the new forest routemap.
These have been produced by queensland parks and wildlife service qpws, in the interests of visitor safety. However, if youre more like me and prefer walks that can fit into the space of a single morning or afternoon, then you might want to attempt just a section. Free download maps and tracknotes for the hunter lookout and great north walk loop walk. The luxury approach, walk the track at day and enjoy a warm shower and comfy bed each night inn to inn wondering what gear you need, how to get to the trackheads, what to eat or safety issues to consider. Free download maps and tracknotes for the hornsby to mt kuringgai walk. Its been a great walk, and the cubs have mostly enjoyed it although there will be a few sore legs tomorrow. The great north walk bushwalk from sydney to newcastle. Mar 15, 2017 situated just to the north of sydney, it is a lush mountainous area full of wonderful flora and fauna.
Great north walk in 2 day sections the great north walk can be walked in one stretch over 1014 days. The simplyhealth great north run is the biggest half marathon in the uk and the world with over 57,000 runners taking part in the famous. So if you have any problems or any of your gear is not working, you have lots of options. The great north walk is one of the best known long distance walks in nsw. This is a marked 250km track from sydney to newcastle. Jun 25, 2012 last weekend i was in a party that completed a section of the great north walk. The hunter lookout and great north walk loop bushwalking track takes about 2 hrs 30 mins to walk and is 5. Comprehensive north coast 500 road trip planning guide.
Each walk day is different and unique with natures drama unfolding at every step. A walk in the north west of the new forest walk walk 2666 route maps. Youll find the wondabyne to patonga and patonga to pearl beach parts of the iconic great north walk in brisbane water national park. We hiked a familiar route, the great north walk, overnighting at barraba trig, a picturesque site that overlooks the famous hunter valley wine growing region from its vantage point high on a ridge top. From there the great ocean walk signs direct you to walk right through the caravan park, and only then does it feel like its going somewhere interesting. Official great ocean walk maps and brochures are available for purchase at surrounding certified visitor information centres. 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 brooklyn. The walk is generally well signposted and follows a clear and maintain track. The notes and maps guide you from sydney to newcastle. From the intersection, this walk follows the track gently downhill, while keeping the glenn rd. The south downs national park and the south downs way. The great north dog walk is the brainchild of tony carlisle and was founded by him in 1990. The great north walk online from australias leading online bookstore. This section of the great north walk starts from hornsby train station and winds down along the blue gum walk into fishponds and along berowra creek.
Buy a discounted paperback of australias best walks. The party was helen, kosta, chantal, laura, luke and mitch. Free download maps and tracknotes for the hornsby station to crosslands walk. The great north walk ultras from newcastle to sydney, nsw. The gx project is the legacy project of the great exhibition of the north. There are picnic areas and plenty of seats to enjoy along the way. The trail is primarily used for hiking, walking, and nature trips and is accessible yearround. Here is a list of a series of 30 day walks that cover the entire main spine of the great north walk. Download your free tracknotes and topographical maps of the whole walk here see links below. This event has been cancelled due to the covid19 coronavirus. Free download maps and tracknotes for the somersby store to greta road walk. Starting at apollo bay and finishing at gibson steps, the 8 day 100km walk takes in the great otway and port campbell national parks and the iconic twelve apostles.
Great walks topographic maps department of environment. A 600 mile walk over 37 days in jun jul 2017 around the north. Great north walk brooklyn to hornsby david noble blog. To help plan and enjoy the great north walk, a map kit has been produced to provide general information such as the localities of main and link tracks, public transport, flora, fauna, points of interest, historical background and geology etc. This section of the great north walk starts from the somersby general store and winds north, through the jilliby state conservation area, and finishes at the corner of greta road and. Thornleigh to berowra great north walk one of the more popular and varied sections of the great north walk, which traverses the berowra valley regional park. Choose from a collection of breathtaking walks, traversing windswept cliffs, wetlands, rivers and. Led by newcastlegateshead initiative, and supported by the innovation super network and newcastle city council, gx provides a range of opportunities for north east smes and scaleups to support them in harnessing their innovation potential and capacity. The hike should take approximately 15 days to complete. The trail offers a number of activity options and is accessible yearround.
New forest walk over high heathland with extensive views. This loop track starts from the hunter lookout picnic area and follows the great north walk around the edge of the ridge via the macleans lookout, rocky creek gully and the. I have included extra information in the track notes to. The walk mostly follows the great north walk, between cherrybrook and hornsby. Weve walked the first four sections but havent done the full great north walk. It can be done in sections from around 7km to 30km, over 12 days. Starting in the centre of australias largest city, the track winds a devious route through the suburbs into the surrounding forests then heads north to the city of newcastle. The great north walk is a 250km walking track that runs between sydney and newcastle in new south wales, australia. Natural resources wales waterfall country woodlands gwaun. The great north road carved by feet and hooves because. This walk provides great views across the valley and much of. This walk follows a section of the old great north road along the borders of the rugged yengo and dharug national parks, to then visit more historic sites in dubbo gully.
Six of the ten great walks of queensland have brochures with topographic maps. You will walk through a variety of environments from public roads, national parks, state forests, and private farm land. Cowan to berowra great north walk hiking the world. Free download maps and tracknotes for the cherrybrook to hornsby via fishponds walk. Gwaun hepste is three miles north of penderyn off the a4059.
The six foot track site is dedicated to information, track notes, maps and videos. Great north walk itinerary great north walk weather. The walk starts right in the middle of apollo bay, and basically involves walking on a footpath to marengo at the end of the next beach south. The main track, 250 kilometres 160 mi in length, runs between the obelisk in macquarie place in sydney to queens wharf tower in bicentennial park in newcastle and is well signposted. This section of the great north walk starts from hornsby train station and winds down along the blue gum walk into fishponds. Great north walk, 250 km, 155 miles, about 14 days. New zealands great walks are premier tracks that pass through diverse and spectacular scenery. The main track, 250 kilometres in length, runs between the obelisk in macquarie place in sydney to queens wharf tower in bicentennial park in newcastle and is well signposted. Great exhibition of the north gx project get north. Certified visitor information centres are indicated by the yellow and blue i signs and are located in lorne, apollo bay and port campbell. The great ocean walk, great ocean road and region, victoria. Map centre parramatta the great north walk map kit. Great north walk warners bay to mount myall on aussie is a 8. The great north walk is the longest popular trail that stretches between historic macquarie place in sydneys cbd and newcastles queens wharf tower.
The great north walk cowan to jerusalem bay sydney. If you would like to do the whole walk over several weekends then here is one possible itinerary. Free download maps and tracknotes for the rail to river walk walk. Passing through lane cove national park, this multiday hike offers stunning scenery across sydney, the hunter valley and newcastle. Nsw national parks and wildlife service has closed all camping and campgrounds, visitor centres, highvisitation areas, and historic. Find walking maps and guidebooks, self guided walking holidays and hiking tours. Please use the following links to find details on your preferred walking option. Exit at the southern end near the guide hall or head up the steps to john street. Free download maps and tracknotes for the heaton lookout to heaton gap walk. Map and further route details can all be found in the guide below. You can enjoy the great north walk, at whatever pace you wish.
The great north walk is a walking track which runs from sydney to newcastle in new south wales. North gorge walk, point lookout journey queensland. These run from north to south except the 2 parts of the spur to the hunter valley wineries that run from the great north walk to pokolbin i. He has organised the event every year since and 2015 was our silver anniversary 25th event. This isolated section of the great north walk in the onley state forest is km long. The 89 km walk between sydney harbour and brooklyn on the hawkesbury river is split into 7 easy halfday sections, all easily reached by public transport along the north shore railway line. Download your free tracknotes and topographical maps of the whole walk here see. Hunter lookout and great north walk loop walking track. Breathtaking ocean views, naturally wonderful coastal bush land and unique wildlife experiences. Built in 1988 to celebrate australias bicentennial year, great north walk is a 250km bushwalking track linking the sydney cbd with the hunter valley and newcastle. If you have a few days to spare and feel like a mighty challenge, you may consider undertaking the great north walk, a 250 kilometre trek that connects sydney to newcastle. This is a onestop location to find links to all my great north walk hike posts. Download the brush farm park walking tracks pdf, 1mb map. The trail is primarily used for hiking, walking, nature trips, and bird watching and is accessible yearround.
Always hike with a map and compass for safety plot your progress on the map as you travel. Circular and linear walks this scenic and interesting little walk takes you from the delightfully unspoilt town of winchcombe, along cotswold way routes old and new, and up to one of the areas most intriguing ancient monuments a combination of history and scenery that will leave you eager to discover more of the national. Great north walk is 250km in total, so plan carefully if you want to walk the entire track. The kit has six individual maps in easy foldout format, enclosed weatherproof plastic sleeve. The brisbane water national park section of the walk ranges from 4. North sydney parramatta blacktown penrith richmond raymond terrace weston maitland gosford windsor avoca beach shortland wetlands infantry museum big yengo station lake macquarie art gallery former catalina base walka water works botanic gardens newcastle airport nobbys lighthouse ocean baths newcastle region art gallery blackbutt reserve. This great ocean walk map has loads of information which can be very useful, especially if you are camping on track. The great north walk track short walks weekend walks inn to inn walks thru hike history plan interactive map how to get there accommodation. Map directions to great north walk tr south turramurra, nsw 2074. The north gorge walk is a mustdo on your visit to north stradbroke island minjerribah, with a spectacular outlook from the rocky outcrops at point lookout to endless stretches of golden, sandy beaches and opal waters. This walk is a great oneway trip from station to station with numerous water views, including a circumnavigation of brooklyn dam whilst. For every other walk ive ever done there has always been a similar thing. Great north walk sections and walks walking track sections on the great north walk the 250km walk can be undertaken in one long walk, which will take approximately two weeks, or it can be broken down into shorter walks, as detailed below. Thornleigh to berowra great north walk hiking the world.
The walk descends through the vegetated bushland which fills the valleys of the lane cove river. Most of these sections are in 2 day one night out and at the sydney end they start near public transport. The pdf that used to be there was a fantastic thing. The walk takes about 3 hrs 45 mins 9 km one way, and heads though the delightful berowra valley national park. It has just about everything and is tough in places, but also takes you through beautiful forest, valleys and. Dere street is the continuation of the roman road called ermine street, which runs from london to york. This map kit is a set of 6 strip maps covering the walk. Great north walk warners bay to mount myall on aussie new. Continuing south from the brush farm loop, you will notice a change in the vegetation as you walk along the filled valley.
The luxury approach, walk the track at day and enjoy a warm shower and comfy bed each night. Great north walk overview and interactive topographic map hiking the. The leaflets listed below are available to download as pdf files. The track was formally established in 1988 as a bicentennial project and is now managed by the nsw lands department. The great north walk connects new south wales two largest cities from the obelisk in australias first planned town square to the wharf from which its oldest homebuilt steamship still sails in over 250 kilometres of history, mystery and fascination. Take a walk, a great walk, through some of new zealands most aweinspiring landscapes on premier walking tracks.
Basin campsite to watagan creek road great north walk. The great north walk is a 250km, multigrade, oneway hike that stretches from sydney to newcastle in nsw. The trail offers a number of activity options and is. A beautiful walk through the berowra valley regional park. While 14km is not a huge distance, this is one of the more challenging sections of the great north walk, with many valleys to traverse and steep ridges to climb. The great north walk is a marked 250km walking track that runs from sydney to newcastle on australias east co. This is a great way to explore the picnic areas and banks of the lane cove river. Free download maps and tracknotes for the lane cove weir to boat shed walk. Free download maps and tracknotes for the great north road and dubbo gully walk. The main track, 250 kilometres 160 mi in length, runs between the obelisk in macquarie place in sydney to queens wharf in bicentennial park in newcastle and is well signposted. Map of great north walk tr south turramurra, nsw 2074. The great north walk ultras on saturday, 12 september 2020 run along the great north walk on a route primarily on foot tracks and firetrails.
Great north walk lane cove national park map nsw national. From native forests, lakes and rivers to rugged mountain peaks, deep gorges and vast. Plan your walk by using this map to see where to start and end your planned section. Downloadable pdf gear lists for day and multiday walks. Great north mountain trail information hardy county west. The walk winds north west, through the lane cove valley, passing through browns waterhole. Also useful is the original guide book the great north walk by garry mcdougall and leigh shearerheriot. But seriously, the great north walk is an excellent choice if this is you first long hike, as if you start off at the sydney end, you are never far from civilisation for the first 100km. Our routes see where you can go on our trains by taking a look at the great northern route map. Our walking routes are some of the best ways to uncover our wide skies, dramatic views and glorious. Lane cove weir to boat shed walking track wildwalks. Take your time and enjoy the whole walk in 30 short day walks. These guys have, and created the ultimate resource.
This cowan to brooklyn station walk is a popular section of the great north walk, with scenery ranging from foreshore to ridge top lookouts. This loop track starts from the hunter lookout picnic area and follows the great north walk around the edge of the ridge via the macleans lookout, rocky creek gully and the cliffs around the eastern edge of the ridge. The great north walk is a walking track which runs from sydney to newcastle in new south wales, australia. This official information guide and map to the great ocean walk is a full colour parks victoria map and gives all the details youll need to navigate the great ocean walk safely. We caught an early morning train to brooklyn, arriving there before 8am and then setting off for our walk south. This section of the great north walk start from grand views at heaton lookout in heaton state forest and leads to the picnic area and motel at heaton gap. The north coast 500 is a 516mile scenic route along scotlands northern coast that begins and ends in. North coast 500 planning guide weve put together a comprehensive north coast 500 guide to help you plan the perfect north coast 500 road trip in scotland.
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