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Resolute picnic area

Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park

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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

Safety messages

Beach safety

Beaches in this park are not patrolled, and can sometimes have strong rips and currents. These beach safety tips will help you and your family stay safe in the water.

Mobile safety

Dial Triple Zero (000) in an emergency. Download the Emergency Plus app before you visit, it helps emergency services locate you using your smartphone's GPS. Please note there is limited mobile phone reception in this park and you’ll need mobile reception to call Triple Zero (000).

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.

Resolute picnic area

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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.

  • 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). Students on educational programs: $1.10 per student. Teachers/educational supervisors: free (1 adult per 10 students).

    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

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