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Cape Baily walking track

Kurnell area in Kamay Botany Bay National Park

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Visitor info

All the practical information you need to know about Cape Baily walking track.

Track grading

Grade 2

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Features of this track

Distance

8km return

Time

3hrs

Quality of markings

Clearly sign posted

Experience required

No experience required

Gradient

Gentle hills

Quality of path

Formed track: Relatively flat with a few steps over elevated boardwalk and sections of natural sandstone.

Steps

Occasional steps: Occasional step up/down on sections of natural sandstone and boardwalks.

Getting there and parking

Cape Baily walking track starts at the south end of Cape Solander carpark in the Kurnell area of Kamay Botany Bay National Park. To get there:

  • Follow Captain Cook Drive towards Kurnell.
  • At the T intersection turn left and take the next right in to Cape Solander Drive.
  • Continue past the visitor centre and follow to the end until you reach the Cape Solander carpark.

Road quality

  • Sealed roads

Vehicle access

  • 2WD vehicles

Weather restrictions

  • All weather

Parking

  • Parking is available at Cape Solander lookout.
  • There are several accessible parking spaces.
  • This area can be very busy on weekends and during whale watching season. Get there early to park, or organise to get dropped off and then picked up at Potter Point carpark if you’re not planning to do the 8km return walk.

By public transport

You can travel to the Kurnell area on public transport. Plan your trip using Transport NSW Trip Planner.

Facilities

  • There are no facilities on this walk. The nearest toilet is at Commemoration flat and there’s an external toilet at Kurnell Visitor Centre, 2km north and a 3min drive from Cape Solander carpark.
  • There are informal seating areas along Cape Baily walking track.

Carpark

Maps and downloads

Safety messages

The track is exposed on cliff tops and should be avoided during strong/gale wind events.

Bushwalking safety

If you're keen to head out on a longer walk or a backpack camp, always be prepared. Read these bushwalking safety tips before you set off on a walking adventure in national parks.

Fishing safety

Fishing is very popular along the Kurnell peninsula in Kamay Botany National Park. Be prepared, always check the weather and wear a lifejacket if rock fishing.

Accessibility

Disability access level - no wheelchair access

Not suitable for visitors with restricted ability, including wheelchair users and people using walking frames, strollers or prams.

Prohibited

Camp fires and solid fuel burners

Camping

Cycling

Gathering firewood

Generators

Pets

Pets and domestic animals (other than certified assistance animals) are not permitted. Find out which regional parks allow dog walking and see the pets in parks policy for more information.

Smoking

NSW national parks are no smoking areas.

Cape Baily walking track

Operated by

  • Kurnell Visitor Centre
  • CLOSED TO VISITORS. Email and phone contact only. Monday to Friday, 10am to 3.30pm. Saturday, Sunday and public holidays, 9.30am to 4pm. Closed Christmas holiday.
  • 02 9668 2010
  • 21 Cape Solander Drive, Kurnell NSW 2231

Park info

  • in the Kurnell area of Kamay Botany Bay National Park in the Sydney and surrounds region

  • 7am–7.30pm August to May. 7am–5.30pm June to July.

    Areas may have to close at times due to poor weather or fire danger.

  • Park entry fees:

    $8 per vehicle per day applies in the Kurnell area only. The park has coin-operated pay and display machines - please bring correct coins. The park also has credit card accepting payment facilities.

    Buy annual pass

Visitor centre

  • Kurnell Visitor Centre
    21 Cape Solander Drive, Kurnell NSW 2231
  • CLOSED TO VISITORS. Email and phone contact only. Monday to Friday, 10am to 3.30pm. Saturday, Sunday and public holidays, 9.30am to 4pm. Closed Christmas holiday.
  • 02 9668 2010