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Mount Bouddi (Dingeldei) picnic area, Bouddi National Park. Photo: Nick Cubbin © OEH

Mount Bouddi (Dingeldei) picnic area

Natural Attractions

Distance from: 21.7 kms | Price from: Not Available

Sometimes referred to as the Dingeldei picnic area, Mount Bouddi picnic area is a great spot for a bush picnic....

Rocky Point trail, Bouddi National Park. Photo: John Yurasek

Rocky Point Trail

Natural Attractions

Distance from: 19.2 kms | Price from: Not Available

Bouddi National Park offers plenty of mountain biking opportunities on well-defined trails, also suitable for walking. One of the best...

Moola picnic area, Lane Cove National Park. Photo: Kevin McGrath © OEH

Moola picnic area

Natural Attractions

Distance from: 19.9 kms | Price from: Not Available

There are plenty of facilities here, including wood and electric barbecues, and, when it's open on weekends and school holidays,...

Hornsby Mountain Bike Trail

Hornsby Mountain Bike Trail

Sports and Recreation Facilities

Distance from: 13.7 kms | Price from: Not Available

Enjoy 6km of white-knuckle mountain bike riding through picturesque bushland in Old Mans Valley, only a short cycle or walk...

Seaforth Oval Natural Bridge track, Garigal National Park. Photo: Shaun Sursok

Seaforth Oval to Natural Bridge Track

Natural Attractions

Distance from: 18.2 kms | Price from: Not Available

Seaforth Oval to Natural Bridge track is a scenic walk that’s full of history, but that’s not all that’ll get...

Staples lookout, Brisbane Water National Park. Photo: John Yurasek/NSW Government

Staples Lookout

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Distance from: 18.2 kms | Price from: Not Available

If you’re looking for a scenic place to gaze across the expanse of Brisbane Water and Woy Woy Bay, Staples...

Picnic shelters and trees at Tunks Hill picnic area in Lane Cove National Park. Photo: Nathan

Tunks Hill picnic area

Natural Attractions

Distance from: 19.0 kms | Price from: Not Available

With three distinct grassy areas, Tunks Hill picnic area in Lane Cove National Park is a great spot for a...

Perimeter trail in Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park. Photo: Andy Richards

Perimeter Trail, Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park

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Distance from: 6.8 kms | Price from: Not Available

If you love horse riding, then it’s time to saddle up and head for the hills; Terrey Hills that is....

Marramarra Ridge to Smugglers Ridge walking track

Marramarra Ridge to Smugglers Ridge walking track

Natural Attractions

Distance from: 13.5 kms | Price from: Not Available

Discover the Hawkesbury Sandstone ridge tops and explore the tidal creek lines of Marramarra on this beautiful day walk.Enjoy easy...

Salvation loop, Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park. Photo: Andy Richards/NSW Government

Salvation Loop Trail

Natural Attractions

Distance from: 6.0 kms | Price from: Not Available

A delightful, easy walking track through unique hanging swamps off West Head Road in the middle of Ku-ring-gai Chase National...

Walking Manly to Spit

Manly to Spit Bridge Scenic Walkway

Natural Attractions

Distance from: 20.8 kms | Price from: Free

The Manly Scenic Walkway offers the visitor access to some of Sydney Harbour's most stunning scenery and bushland. The track...

Queenscliff wormhole

Queenscliff Beach

Natural Attractions

Distance from: 20.3 kms | Price from: Free

Queenscliff Beach is at the northern headland of Sydney’s famous Manly Beach and is famous amongst the Australian surf beaches...

Heath and Bare Creek trails, Garigal National Park. Photo: Kim McClymont/NSW Government

Heath and Bare Creek Trails

Natural Attractions

Distance from: 11.8 kms | Price from: Not Available

Popular for mountain biking and horse riding, Heath trail is a challenging fire trail running down into the valley of...

Riverside walking track, Lane Cove National Park. Photo: Debbie McGerty

Riverside Walking Track

Natural Attractions

Distance from: 19.6 kms | Price from: Not Available

The delightful Riverside walking track meanders through natural bushland and a string of picturesque picnic areas in Lane Cove National...

Lobster Beach, Bouddi National Park. Photo: John Spencer

Lobster Beach

Natural Attractions

Distance from: 16.2 kms | Price from: Not Available

Leave the city beaches to the crowds while you spend the day at Lobster beach with barely a soul in...

A couple enjoying the sunrise, Hornby Lighthouse at South Head, Sydney Harbour National Park. Photo:

Hornby Lighthouse

Historical Sites and Heritage Locations

Distance from: 24.8 kms | Price from: Not Available

Hornby Lighthouse stands tall at South Head, near Watsons Bay in Sydney Harbour National Park. The iconic red and white...

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Treetops Adventure The Hills

Amusement and Theme Parks National Parks and Reserves Sports and Recreation Facilities

Distance from: 20.4 kms | Price from: $35.00

Treetops Adventure The Hills is a natural wonder not so far away.Secretly hidden amongst the tall pines of the Cumberland...

Illoura picnic area, Lane Cove National Park. Photo: John Spencer

Illoura picnic area

Natural Attractions

Distance from: 19.7 kms | Price from: Not Available

Nestled on the banks of the beautiful Lane Cove River, Illoura picnic area is a great spot for a relaxing...

A footbridge on the Mount Ku-ring-gai track to Berowra. Photo:Andy Richards/NSW Government

Mount Ku-ring-gai Track to Berowra Station

Natural Attractions

Distance from: 6.9 kms | Price from: Not Available

When it’s time to answer the call of the wild, pack the sandwiches and grab your mates for a rugged...

Pipeline and Bungaroo tracks to Stepping Stones trail, Garigal National Park. Photo: John Spencer

Pipeline and Bungaroo Tracks to Stepping Stones Crossing

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Distance from: 14.0 kms | Price from: Not Available

Leave suburbia behind as you follow Pipeline and Bungaroo tracks to Stepping Stones Crossing. Starting in St Ives on Sydney’s...

Mount Colah Station to Pymble Station cycle route, Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park. Photo: Andy Rich

Mount Colah Station to Pymble Station Cycle Route

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Distance from: 10.1 kms | Price from: Not Available

For an exhilarating day trip that’s sure to get the adrenaline flowing, try Mount Colah Station to Pymble Station cycle...

2 black cockatoos in a tree. Photo: Ken Stepnell © DPIE

Popran National Park

National Parks and Reserves

Distance from: 24.5 kms | Price from: Not Available

Take a step back in time and visit the incredible Popran National Park. From hiking to mountain biking, and horse...

Aerial view of South Head, Sydney Harbour National Park. Photo: David Finnegan/DPIE

South Head

Natural Attractions

Distance from: 24.9 kms | Price from: Not Available

South Head is known for its sheer ocean cliffs, military history, and the whimsical-looking Hornby Lighthouse. But it's the picture-perfect...

Natural Bridge to Davidson Park walk, Garigal National Park. Photo: Shaun Sursok

Natural Bridge Track to Davidson Park

Natural Attractions

Distance from: 16.3 kms | Price from: Not Available

The Natural Bridge track is a half day walk linking the eastern and western foreshores of Bantry Bay. Look for...

palm beach

Palm Beach

Natural Attractions

Distance from: 11.8 kms | Price from: Free

Palm Beach lies at the end of a long peninsula, the furthest beach from Sydney CBD, fringed by surf on...

Patonga to Pearl Beach, Brisbane Water National Park, Photo: John Yurasek/NSW Government

Patonga to Pearl Beach Walking Track

Natural Attractions

Distance from: 10.2 kms | Price from: Not Available

The Patonga to Pearl Beach walking track follows the Great North Walk through the beautiful red gums of Brisbane Water...

Shelly Beach

Shelly Beach, Manly

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Distance from: 21.9 kms | Price from: Free

Shelly Beach is located in Manly and forms part of Cabbage Tree Bay, a protected marine reserve which lies adjacent...

Stepping Stone Crossing to Cascades trail, Garigal National Park. Photo: Shaun Sursok

Stepping Stone Crossing to Cascades Trail

Natural Attractions

Distance from: 14.0 kms | Price from: Not Available

Garigal National Park is blessed with an extensive network of tracks and trails that can be enjoyed by walking, by...

Wallumatta loop trail, Wallumatta Nature Reserve. Photo: John Spencer © DPIE

Wallumatta Nature Reserve

National Parks and Reserves

Distance from: 21.8 kms | Price from: Not Available

For a quick nature getaway without leaving town, Wallumatta Nature Reserve, near Ryde, protects the largest remnant forest of the...

Reef Beach

Reef Beach

Natural Attractions

Distance from: 21.9 kms | Price from: Not Available

Reef Beach offers the chance to kick back in your own hometown, even if it’s only for an afternoon. This...

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Mona Vale Beach

Natural Attractions

Distance from: 12.1 kms | Price from: Free

Mona Vale is effectively two separate beaches separated by a broad ocean rock platform. Waves that roll in along the...

People kayaking on Lane Cove River, Lane Cove National Park. Photo: OEH/Caravel Content

Lane Cove National Park

National Parks and Reserves

Distance from: 18.2 kms | Price from: Not Available

Lane Cove National Park is a beautiful pocket of bushland that sits on either side of the peaceful Lane Cove...

Somersby Falls picnic area, Brisbane Water National Park. Photo: John Yurasek © DPIE

Somersby Falls Picnic Area

Natural Attractions

Distance from: 25.0 kms | Price from: Not Available

Somersby Falls picnic area is the perfect place to escape from everyday life. Enjoy your meal amidst lush rainforest that...

Marramarra National Park. Photo: John Spencer/NSW Government

Marramarra National Park

National Parks and Reserves

Distance from: 15.3 kms | Price from: Not Available

Marramarra National Park is one of the Hawkesbury's best-kept secrets and has to be among the most exciting national parks...

Koonjeree picnic area, Lane Cove National Park. Photo: OEH

Koonjeree picnic area

Natural Attractions

Distance from: 19.7 kms | Price from: Not Available

A picturesque location, Koonjeree picnic area is the ideal spot for enjoying the beautiful bushland of Lane Cove National Park,...

Exterior of Rose Seidler House

Rose Seidler House

Galleries, Museums and Collections Historical Sites and Heritage Locations

Distance from: 11.6 kms | Price from: Free

Rose Seidler House, built between 1948 and 1950, is one of the most uncompromising modernist houses in Australia. Nestled in...

Lady Bay Beach, Sydney Harbour National Park. Photo: John Yurasek/NSW Government

Lady Bay Beach

Natural Attractions

Distance from: 25.0 kms | Price from: Not Available

When you feel the need for a quick nature escape but don't have the time to get out of town,...

Mooney Mooney nature walk

Mooney Mooney nature walk

Natural Attractions

Distance from: 20.4 kms | Price from: Not Available

Mooney Mooney nature walk links Mooney Mooney and Girrakool, leading through some of the most picturesque parts of Brisbane Water...

Wildflowers, Wallumatta loop trail. Photo: John Spencer

Wallumatta Loop Trail

Natural Attractions

Distance from: 21.8 kms | Price from: Not Available

If you sometimes hanker for a nature getaway without leaving town, then Wallumatta loop trail offers an idyllic bush setting...

Strom loop, Bouddi National Park. Photo: Nick Cubbin

Strom Loop

Natural Attractions

Distance from: 21.8 kms | Price from: Not Available

Strom loop is a good option for families who enjoy walking or beginner cycling, and want to get a taste...

Manly scenic walkway

Manly scenic walkway

Natural Attractions

Distance from: 23.0 kms | Price from: Not Available

What’s the prettiest way to get to Manly? Some say catching the Manly ferry, but those in the know will...

Grassy Haynes Flat picnic area with a picnic shelter in the distance, in Lane Cove National Park.

Haynes Flat picnic area

Natural Attractions

Distance from: 19.8 kms | Price from: Not Available

Situated alongside the river, encircled by tall trees and with a large grassy area, Haynes Flat picnic area is a...

Red Hands Cave, Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park. Photo: Andy Richards/NSW Government

Red Hands Cave Walking Track – Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park

Natural Attractions

Distance from: 6.0 kms | Price from: Not Available

For an opportunity to see one of the most famous Aboriginal heritage sites in Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park, Red Hands...

Sphinx Memorial, Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park. Photo: Andy Richards/NSW Government

Sphinx Memorial

Historical Sites and Heritage Locations

Distance from: 8.9 kms | Price from: Not Available

Sphinx Memorial is a sandstone monument created in memory of lives lost in the First World War and was created...

Playground near Jenkins Hill picnic area. Photo: John Spencer © DPIE

Jenkins Hill picnic area

Natural Attractions

Distance from: 19.6 kms | Price from: Not Available

Jenkins Hill picnic area is located close to the Lane Cove River and weir. There’s a children’s playground that the...

Halfway Point picnic area, Lane Cove National Park. Photo: John Spencer

Halfway Point picnic area

Natural Attractions

Distance from: 19.4 kms | Price from: Not Available

Halfway Point picnic area is an idyllic small, riverside picnic area, surrounded by bushland.Why not gather a group of friends...

Piles Creek loop

Piles Creek loop

Natural Attractions

Distance from: 21.3 kms | Price from: Not Available

If you’re looking for a hike with a chance to unwind afterwards, head to Girrakool for Piles Creek loop. Wandering...

Tommos loop and Rocky Ponds cycling loop

Tommos loop and Rocky Ponds cycling loop

Natural Attractions

Distance from: 18.7 kms | Price from: Not Available

Pack a bit of adventure into your day and take your bike for a spin along this mountain biking loop.The...

Warrah lookout, Brisbane Water National Park. Photo: John Yurasek © DPIE

Warrah lookout

Natural Attractions

Distance from: 10.8 kms | Price from: Not Available

Warrah lookout offers spectacular views across Broken Bay and the Hawkesbury River, making this a great spot to visit all...

Scenic Drive Kangaroo Valley

South Coast Harvest Farm Gate Trail

Agri, Mining and Industry Shopping and Markets

Distance from: 22.6 kms | Price from: Not Available

Once you leave suburbia, no visitor could fail to notice the lush pastures, contented cows, the green hills that roll...

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Manly Beach

Natural Attractions

Distance from: 20.8 kms | Price from: Free

Manly Beach is one of Australia's most famous beaches, best known for being the beach where the world's first surfing...

Sun rising over Maccallum Seawater Pool

Maccallum Pool

Shopping and Markets Sports and Recreation Facilities

Distance from: 24.9 kms | Price from: Not Available

Maccallum Pool, on the western side of Cremorne Point, is a unique harbourside pool with heritage character and superb views....

Looking along the beach to the headland. Photo: John Yurasek

Maitland Bay Track

Natural Attractions

Distance from: 19.9 kms | Price from: Not Available

Maitland Bay track is one of Bouddi National Park’s most popular bushwalks. This short, steep walking track begins at Maitland...

Somersby Falls walking track

Somersby Falls walking track

Natural Attractions

Distance from: 24.5 kms | Price from: Not Available

Starting at one of the most spectacular and popular rest stops on the NSW Central Coast – Somersby Falls picnic area –...

The Basin track and Mackerel track, Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park. Photo: Andrew Richards

The Basin track and Mackerel track

Natural Attractions

Distance from: 6.0 kms | Price from: Not Available

Walking the scenic Basin track and Mackerel track is an excellent way of exploring Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park.You can start...

Mount Bouddi walking track, Bouddi National Park. Photo: John Spencer

Mount Bouddi Walking Track

Natural Attractions

Distance from: 21.8 kms | Price from: Not Available

Starting at Mount Bouddi (Dingeldei) picnic area, Mount Bouddi walking track is a short and easy walk through beautiful bushland...

Children looking for soldier crabs on the sand at The Basin, Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park. Photo:

The Basin picnic area

Natural Attractions

Distance from: 5.6 kms | Price from: Not Available

When you need a city escape, gather the crew and set sail for The Basin picnic area, nestled in the...

Warrah Trig cycling loop

Warrah Trig cycling loop

Natural Attractions

Distance from: 11.1 kms | Price from: Not Available

This cycling loop takes in the best the national park has to offer, crossing several fire trails and pausing for...

Views of Cowan Creek from the Sphinx Memorial to Bobbin Head loop track. Photo: Natasha Webb/OEH

Sphinx Memorial to Bobbin Head Loop Track

Natural Attractions

Distance from: 8.9 kms | Price from: Not Available

If you like to mix things up a bit, you can’t miss Sphinx Memorial to Bobbin Head loop track. The...

Cycle from Pennant Hills park to West Pymble, Lane Cove National Park. Photo: Debby McGerty.

Pennant Hills West Pymble Fire Trail

Natural Attractions

Distance from: 17.9 kms | Price from: Not Available

The fire trail from Pennant Hills Park to West Pymble winds its way through the eucalypt forest of Lane Cove...

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