Wolli Creek walking track
Wolli Creek Regional Park
Overview
It’s such a treat to be able to take a bushwalk in the city. Look out for the amazing birdlife and enjoy the serenity of this short and easy walk.
- Distance
- 2km one-way
- Time suggested
- 20 - 30min
- Grade
- Grade 3
- What to
bring - Hat, drinking water, sunscreen
- Please note
- If you feel like a longer day walk, you can take the Two Valley trail from Campsie to Bexley North – it’s 13km in length, but there are some good places to stop for a coffee along the way
- Girahween picnic area at the Bardwell Park end of the walk is a good place to stop for a picnic or barbecue
Wolli Creek walking track is a 2km section of the Two Valley trail, linking Campsie to Bexley North via a riverside trail that passes through Canterbury, Undercliffe and Bardwell Park. The park is a very special area, forming a vital vegetation corridor that assists native plants to survive because of its dense bush habitat for the insects and birds that pollinate the plants.
If you live in the local area, this short track is great for a brisk morning walk. Early morning and dusk are good times to spot the local wildlife; look for Australian pelicans hunting for fish, egrets with their long necks and tawny frogmouths camouflaged in the trees.
If you don’t live in the area, you can easily access this peaceful walk from one of the train stations along the route, including Turella, Bardwell Park, and Bexley North. The longer Two Valley trail can be accessed from a number of points along its 13km.
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Local alerts
For the latest updates on fires, closures and other alerts in this area, see https://www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/things-to-do/walking-tracks/wolli-creek-walking-track/local-alerts
General enquiries
- National Parks Contact Centre
- 7am to 7pm daily
- 1300 072 757 (13000 PARKS) for the cost of a local call within Australia excluding mobiles
- parks.info@environment.nsw.gov.au
Park info
- in Wolli Creek Regional Park in the Sydney and surrounds region
Wolli Creek Regional Park is always open but may have to close at times due to poor weather or fire danger
Visitor info
All the practical information you need to know about Wolli Creek walking track.
Track grading
Features of this track
Distance
2km one-way
Time
20 - 30min
Quality of markings
Limited signage
Experience required
No experience required
Gradient
Short steep hills
Steps
Occasional steps
Quality of path
Formed track, some obstacles
Getting there and parking
You can start the Wolli Creek walking track at Girahween picnic area or from Turrella Reserve.
From Turrella, take Hannam Street, Loftus Street or Reede Street towards the train line and cross the foot bridge to Turella Reserve.
From Bardwell Park, travel north along Hartill-Law Ave and turn right onto Fauna Street. Look for the path to Girahween at the end of the road.
From Earlwood, take Hocking Avenue off Homer Street and then take the first left onto Banks Road. After about 300m turn right on Arncliffe Road and then take the pathway to Turrella Reserve.
Parking
Parking is available at Fauna Street, Arncliffe Road and Henderson Street.
Best times to visit
There are lots of great things waiting for you in Wolli Creek Regional Park. Here are some of the highlights.
Autumn
The sunny, mild days of autumn are perfect for a walk or the kids to play in the playground.
Spring
Enjoy the wildflowers along the walking track and bring your binoculars for birdwatching.
Summer
Take time out for a family picnic under the shady trees.
Winter
The wildflowers begin to emerge in late winter. Make the most of a sunny day and come and see nature bursting into life.
Weather, temperature and rainfall
Summer temperature
Average
18°C and 27°C
Highest recorded
43.4°C
Winter temperature
Average
8°C and 18°C
Lowest recorded
–0.1°C
Rainfall
Wettest month
March
Driest month
September
The area’s highest recorded rainfall in one day
216.2mm
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Permitted
Pets
You can walk your dog on-lead at this location. See other regional parks in NSW that have dog walking areas.
Dogs are permitted in this part of the park – you will need to keep them on a leash at all times and remember to pick up after them.
Prohibited
Smoking
NSW national parks are no smoking areas.
Learn more
Wolli Creek walking track is in Wolli Creek Regional Park. Here are just some of the reasons why this park is special:
Bird haven
Wolli Creek Regional Park is an important habitat for a variety of birds. Look for cormorants and darters as you're walking by the creek and keep an eye out for blue wrens and finches on the edge of the open lawns. In the sky you may catch a glimpse of brown goshawks and peregrine falcons on patrol.
- Wolli Creek walking track It’s such a treat to be able to take a bushwalk in the city. Look out for the amazing birdlife and enjoy the serenity of this short and easy walk.
Stretch your legs in the city
Just because you live in the city, it doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy the bush. Go for a run, take a leisurely stroll with the dog or let the kids burn off some energy on the trails and in the play areas. Wander the Wolli Creek walking track with its sandstone cliffs or walk the entire Two Valley trail. There are also several gorgeous spots around Wolli Creek Regional Park to meet family and friends for a barbecue or picnic. Relax on a rug while the kids play at the playground at Turrella Lawns or enjoy a quiet family picnic in the shade at Girrahween picnic area.
- Girrahween picnic area Enjoy a barbecue and laze under the trees at Girahween picnic area in Wolli Creek and leave the hustle and bustle of the city behind.
Plants and animals protected in this park
Animals
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Grey-headed flying-fox (Pteropus poliocephalus)
The grey-headed flying fox is Australia's largest native bat, with a wingspan up to 1m. This threatened species travels up and down south-eastern Australia and plays a vital role in pollinating plants and spreading seeds in our native forests.