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Restored Heritage Building, Scheyville National Park. Photo: John Spencer

Scheyville Camp precinct

Take an easy walk around Scheyville Camp precinct in Scheyville National Park and explore the area's fascinating heritage. See restored buildings, remnants of structures long fallen, and uncover their unique history through interpretive signs.

Where: Scheyville National Park in Sydney and surrounds

Sphinx Memorial

The Sphinx Memorial at Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park was carved out of sandstone by a returned soldier. Explore Australian military history on the Sphinx walking track.

Price: Park entry fees apply.
Where: Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park in Sydney and surrounds

Historic grain silos, Cattai National Park. Photo: Photo: John Yurasek

Cattai Homestead and historic farm buildings

Cattai Homestead and historic farm buildings near Windsor, just north of Sydney, are an important part of Australian history and a must-see for history buffs.

Price: Park entry fees apply.
Where: Cattai National Park in Sydney and surrounds

Trees and ferns beside a walking track. Photo: Debby McGerty

Great North walk - Lane Cove National Park

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.

Price: Park entry fees apply.
Distance: 20km one-way
Time: 6 - 8hrs
Grade: Grade 3
Where: Lane Cove National Park in Sydney and surrounds

Cyclist on the Old Great North Road Bike Road. Photo: David Benson

Old Great North Road bike ride

Mountain bike or walk the Old Great North Road. It’s an important piece of Australia’s history and part of the Convict Sites of Australia World Heritage Area.

Distance: 43km one-way
Time: 1 day
Where: Koolewong Flora Reserve, Dharug National Park, Yengo National Park in Sydney and surrounds, North Coast

Greater Blue Mountains drive

Greater Blue Mountains Drive takes in the iconic scenery of the Greater Blue Mountains World Heritage Area. Explore Glenbrook, Wentworth Falls and Katoomba and beyond.

Distance: 1,200
Wheelchair access: Medium
Where: Katoomba area in Blue Mountains National Park, Comleroy Flora Reserve, Upper Nepean State Conservation Area, Gardens of Stone National Park, Parr State Conservation Area, Yengo National Park, Goulburn River National Park, Abercrombie River National Park, Wollemi National Park, Blue Mountains National Park in Sydney and surrounds, Country NSW, South Coast, North Coast

Sphinx Memorial to Bobbin Head loop track

Sphinx Memorial to Bobbin Head loop track takes in historic Sphinx memorial, and is a moderately challenging walk near North Turramurra.

Price: Park entry fees apply.
Distance: 10km loop
Time: 3hrs 30min - 4hrs 30min
Grade: Grade 4
Where: Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park in Sydney and surrounds

Shepherds Gully circuit

Step back in time on Shepherds Gully circuit. A short loop, it's ideal for bushwalkers looking for a quick adventure in Yengo National Park.

Distance: 3.1km loop
Time: 1 - 2hrs
Grade: Grade 4
Wheelchair access: No wheelchair access
Where: Yengo National Park in Sydney and surrounds, North Coast

Devines Hill loop

Head to Devines Hill loop in Dharug National Park, near Wisemans Ferry this weekend for a bike ride or walk along the historic World Heritage-listed Devines Hill loop.

Distance: 28km loop
Time: 6hrs
Where: Dharug National Park in Sydney and surrounds

Mill Creek picnic area

Enjoy a family picnic at Mill Creek picnic area in Dharug National Park. There’s plenty of space for a barbecue, plus there’s easy access to walking and bike tracks.

Where: Dharug National Park in Sydney and surrounds

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