List of Bushwalks in Chatswood West

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This walk loops around a section of the Lane Cove River. Starting at Fullers Bridge, the walk follows the Great North walk through the historic site of Fairylands to Epping road before crossing the Lane Cove river and heading up the other bank of the river, passing through a variety of environments including a Golf Course. The walk then returns to Fullers Bridge. Let us begin by acknowledging the Camaraigal people, Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Fairylands Loop Track

5.3 km circuit

2 h to 2 h 30 min

Fairylands Loop Track

Cafe

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This is a scenic walk which takes in views of the Lane Cove River and some heritage buildings. Porters Creek bridge is a fantastic example of extravagant stone work, cut locally from the creek itself. The walk generally follows the Lane Cove River, passing many favourite sun baking spots for the local water dragons. Water Dragons and water birds seem to favour this lower bank, along with picnickers who enjoy the many grassed picnic areas along the way. Let us begin by acknowledging the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Riverside Walking Track

5.3 km oneway

1 h 45 min to 2 h

Riverside Walking Track

Cafe

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Chatswood Station to Mowbray Park

Chatswood Station to Mowbray Park

5.5 km oneway

2 h to 4 h

This walk leads down through the valleys beneath the houses, high on the ridge tops, to reaching the banks of the Lane Cove River at the Chatswood Golf Course. The walk then follows the scenic river, using boardwalks at times. The walk sees another side of Chatswood, with many natural treasures hidden along the way. Let us begin by acknowledging the Camaraigal people, Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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De Burghs Bridge to Fullers Bridge

De Burghs Bridge to Fullers Bridge

5.7 km oneway

1 h 30 min to 2 h 30 min

5.7 km

Following the Lane Cove River, this walk mostly follows a section of the Great North Walk and is well maintained and signposted. Things to lookout for include Fiddens Wharf which is a very pleasant spot to sit and watch the ducks. The walk passes by Lane Cove National Park Headquarters, so pop by and check out the other experiences available in the park. Let us begin by acknowledging the Darug people, Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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1 h 30 min to 2 h 30 min

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Roseville to Chatswood Station via Lane Cove River

Roseville to Chatswood Station via Lane Cove River

6 km oneway

2 h 15 min to 2 h 30 min

6 km

This walk takes you down into the v-shaped valleys that run between the houses of Roseville and Chatswood. The walk stays predominantly in the valleys, with many sections on road or footpath. This walk has a surprising amount of bushland which is very close to civilisation. The walk also passes the Lane Cove River Steak and Seafood Restaurant which is a great spot for a lunch break. Let us begin by acknowledging the Camaraigal people, Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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2 h 15 min to 2 h 30 min

Cafe

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North Ryde Fairyland Circuit

North Ryde Fairyland Circuit

6.8 km circuit

2 h 15 min to 2 h 30 min

6.8 km

Circuit

Starting at North Ryde train station this walk explores a stretch of the Lane Cove River, visiting the historic Fairlylands Pleasure Grounds along the way. The walk starts by wandering through the Riverside Corporate Park and soon comes alongside the Lane Cove River to join the Great North Walk. Here we follows the GNW though Fairylands before exploring a few streets in Chatswood West. After the weir, this walk leaves the main spine of the Great North Walk to explore the lovely River Side Track, through many picnic areas and up to the Lane Cove Tourist Park. Here the you wander along the roads back to the train station. Let us begin by acknowledging the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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2 h 15 min to 2 h 30 min

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Roseville to Macquarie Park

Roseville to Macquarie Park

8.6 km oneway

3 h 15 min to 3 h 30 min

8.6 km

This walk starts at Roseville station and explores the streets and alleyways of Roseville before joining the main spine of the Great North Walk at Fullers Bridge. Here you head deeper into the bush to explore the eastern bank on the Lane Cove River. There is a great diversity of mostly dry forest and some great sandstone rock formation, as well as a side trip to Blue Hole to enjoy. Soon after Blue hole you leave the river (and GNW) to cross over De Burghs Bridge, past a few cafes and restaurants to find Macquarie Park railway station. Let us begin by acknowledging the Darug people, Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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3 h 15 min to 3 h 30 min

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Gordon to Roseville Railway Station

Gordon to Roseville Railway Station

10.7 km oneway

3 h 45 min to 4 h 30 min

10.7 km

The track connecting Gordon to Roseville Railway Station is quite a scenic walk through remnant bushland. The walk escapes the urban centres to wind through the valleys and along the Lane Cove River with its abundance of water dragons, ducks and other birds. The walk is a great way to do a station to station walk, even if you have a car. Let us begin by acknowledging the Camaraigal people, Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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3 h 45 min to 4 h 30 min

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Gordon to Roseville Station (Riverside Walk)

Gordon to Roseville Station (Riverside Walk)

13.2 km oneway

4 h 30 min to 6 h 45 min

13.2 km

This walk goes from Gordon, to Roseville station, using the Riverside Walking Track. From DeBurghs Bridge, the walk follows the western bank of the Lane Cove River, passing many picnic areas and the Lane Cove River Boat Shed. The scenic walk along the Lane Cove River provides plenty of opportunities for a picnic or to kick the ball around before heading up to Roseville Station. Let us begin by acknowledging the Darug people, Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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4 h 30 min to 6 h 45 min

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Urban

Great North Walk: Sydney - Lane Cove

Great North Walk: Sydney - Lane Cove

13.7 km oneway

4 h to 7 h

1 h 45 min to 3 h 15 min

Wheelchair

3 h 30 min to 8 h 30 min

This walk is the southern most stretch of the Great North Walk and spends much of the time exploring the scenic and historic urban areas around Woolwich, Hunters Hill and bush and wetlands alongside the Lane Cove River. Starting at the birth place of modern Sydney you soon enjoy a ferry ride across the world renowned harbour, passing the Opera House and heading under the Harbour Bridge. Once on dry land again you will explore the streets and some lovely pockets of remnant bushland of this peninsula. There are a few chances to stop at a cafe along the way, walk through Fairylands before exploring a few streets in Chatswood West to come to the bus station on Delhi Road. Let us begin by acknowledging the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Great North Walk: Lane Cove - Thornleigh

Great North Walk: Lane Cove - Thornleigh

14.1 km oneway

4 h to 6 h 30 min

Starting from Delhi Road bus station in Chatswood West this walk explores the ferny and moist valley beside Lane Cove River. Near the top of the valley, you walk up some stone steps built during the depression to find some rock engravings with 1930’s style political satire, Conscript Pass. The walk leads past Throneligh oval to through the streets to find Thornleigh train station. Let us begin by acknowledging the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Starting from the Obelisk in Macquarie Place Park, this walk takes you via ferry to Woolwich and continues to meander on streets and through parks of Hunters Hill, along Lane Cover River to Macquarie Park Station. Enjoy the many opportunities for views from lookouts over this green part of the city. Let us begin by acknowledging the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Sydney to Macquarie Park

25.9 km oneway

7 h to 12 h

Sydney to Macquarie Park

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Sydney to Thornleigh via Lane Cove Tourist Park

Sydney to Thornleigh via Lane Cove Tourist Park

34.3 km oneway

11 h 17 min to 2 days

34.3 km

This overnight walk starts from the Obelisk in Macquarie Park, Sydney, at the official start of the Great North Walk. The walk soon boards the ferry from Circular Quay to Woolwich, and follows the Great North Walk through the streets of Hunters Hill and into the Lane Cove National Park. After staying the night in a caravan park here, the walk backtracks a little, then heads north, winding through the Lane Cove Valley, up to Thornleigh train station. Let us begin by acknowledging the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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11 h 17 min to 2 days

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