List of Bushwalks in North Turramurra

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Bobbin Head Rainforest Walk

Bobbin Head Rainforest Walk

1.6 km return

40 min to 1 h 20 min

This pleasant walk starts from the southern end of Bobbin Head, and enjoys a blend of mangrove and rainforest environs. The well-signposted track gives you the opportunity to see the mangrove wildlife up close and also an historic Aboriginal axe grinding stone and some temperate rainforest. 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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Warrimoo Track to the Sphinx

Warrimoo Track to the Sphinx

3.4 km oneway

1 h 15 min to 1 h 30 min

3.4 km

This walk offers a great way to explore most of the Warrimoo Track and also visit the Sphinx War Memorial. The walk winds down to Cowan Creek, providing some great views as the creek becomes wider. The journey continues up the steep hill through various bush environments before arriving at the Sphinx War Memorial and picnic area. 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

Named after the traditional owners, the Darri People, this track starts at Bedford Ave, Turramurra. The track follows a narrow piece of bushland along the upper reaches of Cowan Creek, into Ku-Ring-Gai Chase National Park. The official Darri track finishes at the intersection with Warrimoo track, however this walk continues back to Warrimoo Rd. 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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Darri Track

4.3 km oneway

1 h 45 min to 3 h 30 min

1 h 45 min to 3 h 30 min

Lovers Jump Creek circuit

Lovers Jump Creek circuit

4.3 km circuit

1 h 15 min to 2 h 15 min

4.3 km

Circuit

Starting from the end of Clissold Rd, North Wahroonga this walk guides you through a lovely valley around the upper reaches of Lovers Jump Creek. A pleasant dog-friendly walk with plenty of wildflowers along the way. A side trail leads up the toilets Samuel King Park about halfway through this walk. Spend some time enjoying the bubble cascades in the creek and the tall forest 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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1 h 15 min to 2 h 15 min

Pets

Waterfall

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Bus

This walk from the Turramurra entry to Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park, this is an alternative way to get down to Bobbin Head. This walk mostly follows the old road down to Bobbin Head, starting along the flat management trail with its red dirt and high heath. About halfway along, the track becomes steeper as it winds down the hill, and then joins up with a bush track leading through the rocks to Warrimoo Track, which you then follow to Bobbin Head. 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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Bobbin Head Track

4.4 km oneway

1 h 45 min to 3 h 30 min

1 h 45 min to 3 h 30 min

Warrimoo Track to Bobbin Head

Warrimoo Track to Bobbin Head

6 km oneway

2 h 30 min to 2 h 45 min

6 km

The Warrimoo Track is a great walk for exploring the upper reaches of Cowan Creek. This walk wanders down the ridge to follow the bank of Cowan Creek to Bobbin Head. There are many different views to be seen and a variety of flora and fauna throughout makes this walk quite interesting. Enjoy a cool drink from the cafe at the end of the walk. 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 30 min to 2 h 45 min

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Starting in suburban Wahroonga, this well-maintained track follows Cockle Creek down to Bobbin Head in the Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park. There are a number of great waterviews, and two short side trips to add to this venture. The lower section the walk follows a boardwalk, getting up close to the mangrove wildlife. The walk ends at the popular Bobbin Head picnic area and kiosk, giving you the chance to relax and reflect on the journey. 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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Gibberagong Track

6.4 km oneway

2 h 15 min to 2 h 30 min

2 h 15 min to 2 h 30 min

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Darri and Warrimoo to the Sphinx Memorial

Darri and Warrimoo to the Sphinx Memorial

6.8 km oneway

2 h 30 min to 2 h 45 min

6.8 km

This nice walk starts from North Turramurra and follows the Darri and Warrimoo tracks into Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park. The walk follows Cowan Creek through the lush green forest, then takes the Sphinx Track, climbing out of the valley to the war memorial, finishing on Bobbin Head 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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2 h 30 min to 2 h 45 min

Heritage

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Darri and Warrimoo Tracks to Bobbin Head

Darri and Warrimoo Tracks to Bobbin Head

9.3 km oneway

3 h 30 min to 4 h 15 min

9.3 km

This pleasant walk starts in North Turramurra and follows the Darri and Warrimoo tracks into the Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park. The walk follows the picturesque Cowan Creek through one of the most serene parts of the park, and finishes at Bobbin Head, a great place to enjoy the cafe or have a picnic lunch. 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 4 h 15 min

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Sphinx, Warrimoo and Bobbin Head tracks

Sphinx, Warrimoo and Bobbin Head tracks

9.7 km circuit

3 h 45 min to 4 h

This great walk starts at the Sphinx Memorial and loops around via Cowan Creek, exploring diverse environments as it changes altitude. There is an optional side trip to the Empire Marina and cafe for a recharge before the climb back up to the Sphinx. This walk provides some great water views of the Cowan Creek and the interesting rock formations along its shores. 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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Bus

Sphinx War Memorial to Mt Kuring-gai Station

Sphinx War Memorial to Mt Kuring-gai Station

10.2 km oneway

4 h to 4 h 30 min

Starting at the Sphinx War Memorial in North Turramurra, this walk follows a series of well-used tracks exploring the waterways and Bobbin Head. The walk drops through Bobbin Head picnic area before passing through Apple Tree Bay on its way to Mt Kuring-gai. The scenic views and variety of things to do along this track make it a fantastic walk. There are a couple of Cafe's at Bobbin Head to add to this journey. 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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This great circuit walk enjoys a variety of landscapes in Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park. The walk starts at the historic Sphinx war memorial and follows a series of popular walking tracks that loop around Bobbin Head, including historic Aboriginal engravings, temperate rainforest and a lookout. As the track passes through Bobbin Head, it provides a great opportunity to take a break and pick up a snack at the kiosk before continuing on the return leg. 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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Bobbin Head Loop

12.7 km circuit

4 h 45 min to 5 h

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Bus

Darri and Warrimoo Tracks to Mt Kuring-gai

Darri and Warrimoo Tracks to Mt Kuring-gai

14.6 km oneway

5 h 30 min to 6 h 30 min

14.6 km

Starting in North Turramurra, this walk follows the Darri and Warrimoo Tracks through Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park and down along the picturesque Cowan Creek. Bobbin Head makes a great spot to take a break and have some lunch at the cafe, kiosk or picnic area. From Bobbin Head, the track continues through Apple Tree Bay, following Cowan Creek for a little while before climbing up and out of the valley to Mt Kuring-gai 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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5 h 30 min to 6 h 30 min

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