Built in 1988 to celebrate Australia’s bicentennial year, the Great North Walk is a challenging 250 km bushwalking track for experienced hikers. Best completed in sections, the walk links Sydney CBD with the Hunter Valley and Newcastle, passing through a number of national parks.
You can also experience the iconic Great North Walk on our series of 10 full-day guided walks. Starting in February and finishing in November each year you’ll explore the rich cultural history and environments of northern Sydney and Hawkesbury sandstone country.
Passing through Lane Cove National Park, this multi-day hike offers stunning scenery across Sydney, the Hunter Valley and Newcastle. Tackle part of the track for an easy day walk.
A challenging and hard walk, Jerusalem Bay track, from Cowan Station to Hawkesbury River, near Brooklyn, offers scenic views in Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park.
Also known as Benowie walking track, this section of the iconic Great North walk between Sydney and Newcastle makes a great overnight hike or day walk. Camp out the night for an unforgettable bushland adventure.
Palm Grove Nature Reserve features a section of Great North walk, a well-known hiking track that runs from Newcastle to Sydney.
You’ll find the Wondabyne to Patonga and Patonga to Pearl Beach parts of the iconic Great North walk in Brisbane Water National Park. Take a short walk or overnight hike.
The section of Great North walk in Watagans National Park features great scenic lookouts and wonderful birdwatching. It is best suited to experienced bushwalkers.
