Lane Cove National Park
Visitor info
All the practical information you need to know about Lane Cove National Park.
Getting there and parking
Get driving directions
From Sydney take the Pacific Highway to Chatswood and turn left into Fullers Road:
- Turn right into Lady Game Drive just before crossing the bridge
- Take the first left into Max Allen Drive for the northern side of the river
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- Cross Fullers Bridge and then turn right into Riverside Drive, this will take you to the southern side of the river
From Ryde, take Lane Cove Road and turn right into Riverside Drive, just past Eden Gardens.
From Pennant Hills there are several pedestrian access points to the park, including via Britannia Street and Ferguson Avenue.
Park entry points
- Riverside Drive access See on map
- Riverview carpark See on map
- Sugarloaf carpark See on map
Parking Show more
- Bakers Flat picnic area See on map
- Carter Creek picnic area See on map
- Casuarina Point picnic area See on map
- Commandment Rock picnic area See on map
- Cottonwood Glen picnic area See on map
- Halfway Point picnic area See on map
- Haynes Flat picnic area See on map
- Illoura picnic area See on map
- Jenkins Hill picnic area See on map
- Koonjeree picnic area See on map
- Moola picnic area See on map
- Tunks Hill picnic area See on map
By bike
Check out the Bicycle information for NSW website for more information.
By public transport
Lane Cove National Park is accessible from North Ryde station and by bus from Chatswood station. For information about public transport options, visit the NSW transport info website.
Best times to visit
There are lots of great things waiting for you in Lane Cove National Park. Here are some of the highlights.
Autumn
The crisp sunny days of autumn are perfect for packing up a picnic or barbecue hamper and heading out for a day relaxing in the sun.
Spring
The park is alive with new life, including ducklings learning to swim and colourful wildflowers that light up the park's walking tracks.
Weather, temperature and rainfall
Summer temperature
Average
20°C and 27°C
Highest recorded
43.1°C
Winter temperature
Average
5°C and 17°C
Lowest recorded
-3.5°C
Rainfall
Wettest month
March
Driest month
July
The area’s highest recorded rainfall in one day
253mm
Facilities
Amenities Show more
- Casuarina Point picnic area
- Cottonwood Glen picnic area
- Lane Cove cabins
- Lane Cove caravan park
- Lane Cove glamping
- Moola picnic area
- Tunks Hill picnic area
Toilets Show more
- Carter Creek picnic area
- Casuarina Point picnic area
- Commandment Rock picnic area
- Cottonwood Glen picnic area
- Haynes Flat picnic area
- Illoura picnic area
- Jenkins Hill picnic area
- Jenkins Kitchen
- Koonjeree picnic area
- Lane Cove cabins
- Lane Cove caravan park
- Lane Cove glamping
- Moola picnic area
- Tunks Hill picnic area
Picnic tables Show more
- Bakers Flat picnic area
- Carter Creek picnic area
- Casuarina Point picnic area
- Commandment Rock picnic area
- Cottonwood Glen picnic area
- Halfway Point picnic area
- Haynes Flat picnic area
- Illoura picnic area
- Jenkins Hill picnic area
- Jenkins Kitchen
- Koonjeree picnic area
- Lane Cove cabins
- Lane Cove caravan park
- Lane Cove glamping
- Moola picnic area
- Tunks Hill picnic area
Barbecue facilities Show more
Boat ramp
Cafe/kiosk Show more
- Carter Creek picnic area
- Illoura picnic area
- Jenkins Kitchen
- Lane Cove cabins
- Lane Cove caravan park
- Lane Cove glamping
- Moola picnic area
Drinking water Show more
- Bakers Flat picnic area
- Carter Creek picnic area
- Casuarina Point picnic area
- Commandment Rock picnic area
- Cottonwood Glen picnic area
- Halfway Point picnic area
- Haynes Flat picnic area
- Illoura picnic area
- Jenkins Hill picnic area
- Jenkins Kitchen
- Koonjeree picnic area
- Lane Cove cabins
- Lane Cove caravan park
- Lane Cove glamping
- Moola picnic area
- Tunks Hill picnic area
Public phone
Showers
Wireless internet
Electric power
Maps and downloads
Fees and passes
Park entry fees:
$8 per vehicle per day. Day passes are available from on-park pay machines that accept coins and credit cards, and you can also pay for your visit via the Park’nPay app.
Bus: $4.40 per adult, $2.20 per child (per day). Prior payment may be required, please phone the Lane Cove National Park Office for more information.
Group bookings:
Under the National Parks and Wildlife Regulation 2009, prior written approval is required for organised groups of 30 or more people planning to visit the park. Contact the park office prior to your visit.
Prohibited
For visitors holding a picnic or an approved event in this park, please note that the following is also prohibited:
- Amplified or loud music, or public address systems.
- Balloons, water balloons, or paintball equipment.
- Decorations consisting of flowers, vines or other exotic plant materials.
- Throwing of rice, confetti, petals or similar decorative items.
- Candles or other open flames.
- Tents and marquees. Please do not put up signage or cordon off structures picnic shelter areas.
Drones
Flying a drone for recreational purposes is prohibited in this area. Drones may affect public enjoyment, safety and privacy, interfere with park operations, or pose a threat to wildlife. See the Drones in Parks policy.
This area may be a declared Drone Exclusion Zone, or may be subject to Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) rules for flying near airports, aerodromes and helicopter landing sites. See CASA's Drone Flyer Rules.
Commercial filming and photography
Commercial filming or photography is prohibited without prior consent. You must apply for permission and contact the local office.
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.
Contact
- in the Sydney and surrounds region
Lane Cove National Park is open 9am to 7pm during daylight savings (until 6pm at other times). The park may have to close at times due to poor weather or fire danger.
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Park entry fees:
$8 per vehicle per day. Day passes are available from on-park pay machines that accept coins and credit cards, and you can also pay for your visit via the Park’nPay app.
Bus: $4.40 per adult, $2.20 per child (per day). Prior payment may be required, please phone the Lane Cove National Park Office for more information.
Group bookings:
Under the National Parks and Wildlife Regulation 2009, prior written approval is required for organised groups of 30 or more people planning to visit the park. Contact the park office prior to your visit.
Buy annual pass -
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Lane Cove National Park Office
02 8448 0400
Contact hours: Monday to Friday, 9am to 4pm. - Lane Cove National Park, 2 Max Allen Road Lindfield NSW 2070
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Email: npws.northwesternsydney@environment.nsw.gov.au
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Lane Cove National Park Office
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Discovery Parks - Lane Cove
02 9888 9133
Contact hours: Monday to Sunday, 9.30am to 4.30pm. - 13 Plassey Road, Macquarie Park NSW 2113
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Email: lanecove@discoveryparks.com.au
- Visit website
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Discovery Parks - Lane Cove
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Bobbin Head Visitor Centre
02 9472 8949
Contact hours: 10am to 4pm daily. 9am to 4pm during summer school holidays, closed 12pm-12:30pm. Closed Christmas Day. - 688 Ku-ring-gai Chase Road, Mount Colah, NSW 2079
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Email: bobbin.head@environment.nsw.gov.au
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Bobbin Head Visitor Centre
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Lane Cove Bushcare
02 8448 0421 office
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Email: lanecove.bushcare@environment.nsw.gov.au
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Lane Cove Bushcare
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Sydney Wildlife Services
02 9413 4300
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Email: info@sydneywildlife.org.au
Fax: 02 9413 4399
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Sydney Wildlife Services
Nearby towns
Wahroonga (9 km)
Located on Sydney's upper north shore, Wahroonga is within short driving distance of Lane Cove National Park, Berowra Valley Regional Park, and the heritage-listed Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park. Australia's second-oldest national park, Ku-ring-gai Chase offers a range of recreational activities, as well as cafes and picnic areas.
Sydney City Centre (14 km)
No trip to Sydney is complete without spending some time in the city’s beautiful parks. Whether it’s in central areas like Hyde Park or the Royal Botanic Gardens or further out in Centennial Parklands, there’s plenty of green space to go out and enjoy.
Parramatta (15 km)
Parramatta offers a fascinating insight into early colonial life in Australia. Don't miss a visit to Old Government House, now one of 11 Australian Convict Sites on the UNESCO World Heritage list.