Resolute picnic area
Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park
Visitor info
All the practical information you need to know about the Resolute picnic area.
Getting there and parking
Aboriginal Heritage walk starts at Resolute picnic area in the West Head precinct of Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park. To get there, follow West Head Road to the end.
Road quality
- Sealed roads
Vehicle access
- 2WD vehicles
Weather restrictions
- All weather
Parking
Parking is available in a small concrete carpark at Resolute picnic area, including 1 accessible parking space.
there's also a bus-turnaround area near the end of West Head Road.
Best times to visit
Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park offers an exceptional visit all year round. You're sure to find a walk, tour, activity or attraction to appeal, regardless of the season.
Spring
If you're interested in wildflower displays, set aside a day in August or September to stroll through the park's blooming heathlands.
Summer
Bring your fishing gear and go camping at The Basin.
Winter
Barrenjoey Head (on the other side of Pittwater, but still in the park) is an excellent spot for whale watching. Take the Barrenjoey Lighthouse Walk between May and August or celebrate International Lighthouse and Lightship Weekend in August.
Weather, temperature and rainfall
Summer temperature
Average
17°C and 31°C
Highest recorded
43.1°C (1994)
Winter temperature
Average
5°C and 20°C
Lowest recorded
-3.5°C (1986
Rainfall
Wettest month
February and March
The area’s highest recorded rainfall in one day
253mm
Facilities
Toilets
- Non-flush toilets
- Flush toilets
Picnic tables
Three of the picnic tables are set on concrete slabs that are long enough to fit a wheelchair at either end. These picnic tables are located on the north side of the concrete path, close to West Head Road.
Barbecue facilities
- Gas/electric barbecues (free)
Step-free access
The picnic area is flat and step-free, with gravel, concrete and paved pathways.
- Step-free outdoor pathways
Seats and resting points
Maps and downloads
Accessibility
Disability access level - medium
Resolute picnic area is flat and step-free, with the following accessible facilities:
- Accessible toilets in the western part of the picnic area that are set along a concrete path.
- 3 accessible picnic tables on the north side of the concrete path, closest to West Head Road. These tables have concrete slabs that are long enough to fit a wheelchair at either end.
- Benches for resting
- An accessible parking space in the concrete carpark
You'll need to cross over flat grass to reach some of the facilities. There may be a significant lip from the surrounding grass onto the concrete slab at some of the picnic tables.
Prohibited
Camp fires and solid fuel burners
Open fires and any form of solid fuel are not allowed.
Gathering firewood
Pets
Pets and domestic animals (other than certified assistance animals) are not permitted. Find out which regional parks allow dog walking and see the pets in parks policy for more information.
Smoking
NSW national parks are no smoking areas.
Operated by
- Forestville Office
- Monday to Friday, 9.30am to 4pm.
- 02 9451 3479
- npws.sydneynorth@environment.nsw.gov.au
- 82 Ferguson Street, Forestville NSW 2087
Park info
- in Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park in the Sydney and surrounds region
Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park is always open but may have to close at times due to poor weather or fire danger.
- Gates to West Head are closed from 8.30pm to 6am during daylight savings periods, and from 6pm to 6am the rest of the year.
- Gates to Sphinx Memorial carpark are closed overnight from 7pm.
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Park entry fees:
$12 per vehicle per day. You can also pay for your visit via the Park’nPay app.
Vehicles over 8 seats: $4.40 per adult, $2.20 per child (per day).
Other fees:
A $3 per adult, $2 per child landing fee may apply for day visitors to The Basin campground. Please pay at the campground wharf. Landing fees are included in your camping fees.
Group bookings:
Under the Plan of Management for this park, prior written approval is required for organised groups of 40 or more people planning to visit this park. Contact the park office before your visit.
Buy annual pass
Visitor centre
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Bobbin Head Visitor Centre
688 Ku-ring-gai Chase Road, Mount Colah, NSW 2079 - 10am to 4pm daily. 9am to 4pm during summer school holidays, closed 12pm-12:30pm. Closed Christmas Day.
- 02 9472 8949
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Kalkari Discovery Centre
402 Ku-ring-gai Chase Road, Mount Colah NSW 2079 - 9:30am to 4:30pm. Closed on Christmas Day.
- 02 9472 9300
- 02 9472 9301
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Kalkari Discovery Centre