South Head
There's no shortage of lookouts at South Head. The Gap offers some of Sydney's finest views and good opportunities for whale watching. South Head is also great for a swim, try Camp Cove or Lady Bay Beach.
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Middle Head – Gubbuh Gubbuh
Middle Head – Gubbuh Gubbuh ('gub-uh, gub-uh) is one of Sydney Harbour's seven headlands. Enjoy scenic views of Sydney Harbour from the lookout or take a guided tour of the historic fort and military relics.
Arabanoo lookout at Dobroyd Head
Arabanoo lookout at Dobroyd Head is named in honour of Arabanoo, the first Aboriginal man to live among European settlers. It's a great spot for whale watching, offering views over North and South Head and the Pacific Ocean.
Bradleys Head to Chowder Bay walk
Take the Bradleys Head to Chowder Bay walk for beautiful views of Sydney Harbour. This easy walk takes you from Taronga Zoo to the beach and cafes at Chowder Bay.
- Price
- Park entry fees apply.
- Distance
- 4km one-way
- Time
- 1hr 30min - 2hrs 30min
- Grade
- Grade 3
- Where
- Sydney Harbour National Park in Sydney and surrounds
d'Albora Akuna Bay
Escape to d'Albora Akuna Bay in the Cowan/Hawkesbury River system. Just an hour’s drive from the Sydney CBD and minutes from Mona Vale, choose from plenty of fishing, barbecue and picnic spots in this picturesque setting.
- Price
- Park entry fees apply.
- Where
- Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park in Sydney and surrounds
Empire Marina Bobbin Head
Empire Marina Bobbin Head, just north of Sydney, offers marina berths and moorings, fishing and on-site dining options catering to every visitor in Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park.
- Price
- Park entry fees apply.
- Where
- Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park in Sydney and surrounds
Lyrebird Gully circuit
Explore the beautiful bushland of Berowra Valley National Park along Lyrebird Gully circuit. This day walk connects Mount Ku-Ring-Gai and Berowra train stations and forms part of the iconic Great North Walk.
- Time
- 4 - 6hrs
- Grade
- Grade 5
- Wheelchair
access - No wheelchair access
- Where
- Berowra Valley National Park in Sydney and surrounds
Cascades trail
Cascades trail is ideal for walking, horseriding and mountain biking in Garigal National Park. A medium difficulty walk or ride along a fire trail, it traverses Middle Harbour creek.
- Price
- Park entry fees apply.
- Distance
- 3.2km one-way
- Time
- 1hr
- Where
- Garigal National Park in Sydney and surrounds
South Head Heritage trail
The short, easy South Head Heritage trail takes in scenic beaches and Sydney Harbour views, historic gun emplacements, and great whale watching from the distinctive red and white striped Hornby Lighthouse.
- Distance
- 1km loop
- Time
- 30min - 1hr
- Grade
- Grade 3
- Where
- Sydney Harbour National Park in Sydney and surrounds
Hornby Lighthouse
The historic Hornby Lighthouse is near Watsons Bay in Sydney Harbour National Park. Walk the easy track to the lighthouse for magical views and great whale watching.