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.
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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
Jenkins Kitchen
Jenkins Kitchen is a great way to discover local history in peaceful parkland, near Chatswood. Combine your visit to this heritage stone building with a walk, boat ride, or simply linger near the river and enjoy a tasty café snack.
- Price
- Park entry fees apply.
- Where
- Lane Cove National Park in Sydney and surrounds
Grotto Point Lighthouse
Accessed via Manly Scenic Walkway, historic Grotto Point Lighthouse offers scenic views, birdwatching and walking options in Sydney Harbour National Park.
- Price
- Park entry fees apply.
- Where
- Sydney Harbour National Park in Sydney and surrounds
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
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
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
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.
North Head
Located near Manly, North Head offers accessible scenic views of Sydney Harbour from stunning lookouts and Fairfax walk. It's also a top spot for whale watching and scuba diving.
- Price
- Park entry fees apply.
- Where
- Sydney Harbour National Park in Sydney and surrounds
Mount Ku-ring-gai track to Berowra Station
The moderately challenging Mount Ku-ring-gai track to Berowra Train Station is an ideal day walk offering picnicking, Aboriginal and historic heritage in Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park.
- Price
- Park entry fees apply.
- Distance
- 10km one-way
- Time
- 3hrs 30min - 4hrs 30min
- Grade
- Grade 3
- Where
- Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park in Sydney and surrounds