List of Bushwalks in North Epping

This is a short walk down into the Lane Cove Valley, crossing the Lane Cove River, and out the other side. The entire track is concrete, making it a favourite trail for bike riders taking the short cut from Turramurra to Maquarie University. There are picnic tables at Browns Water Hole. 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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Browns Waterhole Track

1.2 km oneway

30 min to 1 h

Browns Waterhole Track

Belinda Cres to Whale Rock

Belinda Cres to Whale Rock

2.8 km return

50 min to 1 h

This walk starts from Belinda Cres and provides a lovely walk to Whale Rock. The walk first passes some exotic plants and then into more native bushland with some interesting canopies and dense growth. Whale Rock, one of the features of this walk, is quite a sight and is well worth exploring. It is possible to walk up the service trail to Boundary Rd from Whale Rock to make a one way walk. 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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Canoon Rd to Whale Rock

3.3 km return

1 h 15 min to 1 h 30 min

Canoon Rd to Whale Rock

3.3 km

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This walk goes to Whale Rock, from the sporting complex at the end of Canoon Rd, Turramurra. The walk follows Devlin's Creek for the most part, winding through the valley. A great way to see the Lane Cove Valley, and explore the sandstone and fern filled scenery. 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 15 min to 1 h 30 min

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Vimeira Rd to De Burghs Bridge

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Vimeira Rd to De Burghs Bridge

5.2 km oneway

1 h 30 min to 3 h

A well maintained and signposted track that follows the Lane Cove River, along a section of the Great North Walk. The section of bush track just west of De Burghs Bridge has great views of the river. Brown's Waterhole is a good spot to break, although early in the walk. Watch out for cyclists in the Brown's Waterhole area as this is a popular bike riding trail. 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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Pennant Hills Park Loop (via Lane Cove River)

Pennant Hills Park Loop (via Lane Cove River)

7.6 km circuit

2 h 15 min to 3 h 30 min

7.6 km

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Setting out from Pennant Hills Train Station, this walk loops around Pennant Hills Park, exploring the surrounding bush and visiting Whale Rock on the way. The walk turns back towards the park after passing the Lane Cove River. The walk mostly follows management trails. 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 3 h 30 min

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Epping to Thornleigh Station

Epping to Thornleigh Station

7.9 km oneway

2 h 30 min to 3 h

This walk, between Epping and Thornleigh Stations, follows Devlins Creek then Lane Cove River as they wind through the valley. There are a number of interesting rock features to enjoy along the walk. The walk starts and ends near shops, so you can fill up with a coffee or a bite to eat at each end. From Whale Rock, the track becomes wide and very easy to follow. 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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Epping to Pennant Hills Station (via Lane Cove River)

Epping to Pennant Hills Station (via Lane Cove River)

8.2 km oneway

2 h 45 min to 3 h 15 min

8.2 km

Oneway

This walk, from Epping to Pennant Hills Station, is a great way to see the upper Lane Cove River Valley. The walk does pass near major roads, but there are times along the track, near Browns Water Hole and along the Lane Cove River, where you forget how close you are to the city. Allow time to enjoy some of the lovely spots along the way. 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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2 h 45 min to 3 h 15 min

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Epping Station Lane Cove River Loop

Epping Station Lane Cove River Loop

8.3 km circuit

2 h 45 min to 3 h

A great way to explore the Lane Cove Valley from Epping Station, this walk loops around North Epping, returning to the station. There are many sights to be seen along this walk, with Whale Rock and Brown's Waterhole being a couple of highlights. The walk explores Devlins Creek, upper Lane Cove River and Terry's Creek. A lovely way to spend a few hours. 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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Eastwood to Thornleigh

10.2 km oneway

3 h 30 min to 3 h 45 min

Eastwood to Thornleigh

10.2 km

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This walk explores Terrys Creek and the Lane Cove National Park. From Eastwood station the track follows Terrys creek past a small waterfall, under the M2, past Browns Water hole and along the Lane Cove river before climbing up to Thornleigh Oval and the train station. There are picnic tables at Browns waterhole, not a bad place for lunch, otherwise there are a few nice creek banks to rest along the way 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 30 min to 3 h 45 min

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