Casuarina Coastal Reserve North

Starting from Lee Point Road, Lyons, this circuit track gives you a good taste of the northern parts of Casuarina Coastal Reserve via a mix of walking and MTB tracks. Nestled within the Casuarina Coastal Reserve lies a diverse tapestry of trails catering to both avid walkers and mountain biking enthusiasts, making it an idyllic destination for a family adventure. Traverse through a rich tapestry of landscapes, ranging from lush monsoon vine woodlands to expansive verdant grasslands and eucalypts. Stretching along the coast, the reserve boasts kilometres of pristine beaches offering uninterrupted vistas of the stunning coastline. Shaded by majestic casuarina trees and framed by rugged cliffs, it's an inviting haven for picnics, beach cricket matches, or simply relishing the mesmerizing sunset. With cultural significance to the Larrakia people, the reserve harbours Darriba Nunggalinya, also known as Old Man Rock, a revered site visible during low tide. While canine companions are welcomed off-leash, visitors are reminded to respect the reserve's rules, including refraining from disturbing Old Man Rock or picking up shellfish, ensuring the preservation of this natural gem. Let us begin by acknowledging the Larrakia 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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Safer Bushwalks Tips on staying safe on track
Before you start any bushwalk ensure you;
• Tell someone you trust where you are going and what to do if you are overdue
• Have adequate equipment, supplies, skills & knowledge for the whole journey
• Consider the impact of weather forecasts, park/track closures & fire dangers
• Can respond to emergencies & call for help at any point
• Are healthy and fit enough for this journey
If not, change plans and stay safe. It is okay to delay and ask people for help.

Getting There Transport options and directions

Start	From the Lee Point Road (near the Club Tropical Resort hotel) (-12.3404443,130.8922608)
Mode	Car
Directions	From Stuart Highway, 1, Pinelands. Turn on to then drive for 5.8 km At roundabout, take exit 3 onto Vanderlin Drive and drive for another 5.6 km At roundabout, take exit 3 onto Lee Point Road and drive for another 1.6 km At roundabout, take exit 1 onto Lee Point Road and drive for another 2.7 km

Track Notes Turn by turn instructions & maps

Getting started
From Lee Point Road (190 metres southwest of the intersection with Buffalo Creek Road), head towards the white metal gate near the "Casuarina Coastal Reserve" sign. Pass by the gate via the opening and veer right as you start following the Stringybark Track. Keep on the said track to continue along Casuarina Coastal Reserve North Circuit (counterclockwise).....

Turn map	Directions & comments
	From the Lee Point Road Start (a walking track). There is a car park (about 65 m back from the start). After another 90 m (from the Stringybark Track) turn right, to head along Stringybark Track. After another 140 m (from the Stringybark Track) continue straight, to head along Stringybark Track. After another 80 m (at the intersection of Stringybark Track & Bren Trail) continue straight, to head along Stringybark Track.
	After another 15 m (at the intersection of Stringybark Track & Lee Trail) continue straight, to head along Stringybark Track.
	After another 340 m (from the Stringybark Track) veer left. After another 25 m (from the Lee Trail) continue straight. After another 205 m veer left.
	After another 65 m (from the World Cup Trail) continue straight. After another 175 m (at the intersection of Super Highway & Treasure's Trail) continue straight, to head along Super Highway.
	After another 360 m (at the intersection of Super Highway & Heart brake Hill) continue straight, to head along Super Highway.
	After another 1.4 km continue straight. After another 165 m (from the The Playground) continue straight.
	After another 85 m turn sharp left. After another 315 m continue straight. After another 300 m (from the MTB Track) continue straight.
	After another 50 m turn left. After another 100 m (from the MTB Track) continue straight. After another 160 m (from the Playground Jumps) continue straight. After another 80 m (from the MTB Track) continue straight. After another 15 m continue straight.
	After another 60 m (from the Roller Coaster) continue straight.
	After another 270 m continue straight. After another 65 m (from the Roller Coaster 2.0) continue straight.
	After another 30 m turn left. After another 215 m continue straight. After another 200 m (from the Heart brake Hill) continue straight.
	After another 300 m (from the Lee Point Downhill (B Line)) turn right. After another 35 m (from the Stringybark Track) continue straight. After another 80 m (from the Stringybark Track) continue straight.
	Continue another 25 m to find from the Lee Point Road at the end.

Terrain Know the Hills, grading & facilities

Casuarina Coastal Reserve North

Grading

	Class 3/6 Moderate track
Length	5.3 km
Time	1 h 15 min to 2 h 15 min

Quality of track	Clear and well formed track or trail (2/6)
Gradient	Gentle hills with occasional steps (2/6)
Signage	Directional signs along the way (3/6)
Infrastructure	Generally useful facilities (such as fenced cliffs and seats) (2/6)
Experience Required	Some bushwalking experience recommended (3/6)
Weather	Weather generally has little impact on safety (2/6)

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  Saturday 26 April
  
  23°C
  Partly cloudy.
  5% chance of rain
  
  Partly cloudy. Winds easterly 15 to 20 km/h becoming light in the middle of the day then becoming southeasterly 15 to 20 km/h in the early afternoon. Daytime maximum temperatures in the low 20s.
  
  UV Alert: Sun protection 9:50am to 2:40pm, UV Index predicted to reach 5 [Moderate]
  
  Sunday 27 April
  
  12°C → 24°C
  Sunny.
  5% chance of rain
  
  Mostly sunny. Light winds becoming easterly 15 to 20 km/h in the morning then tending southeasterly in the middle of the day. Overnight temperatures falling to between 8 and 11 with daytime temperatures reaching the low to mid 20s.
  
  Monday 28 April
  
  13°C → 25°C
  Sunny.
  5% chance of rain
  
  Sunny. Winds easterly 15 to 25 km/h. Overnight temperatures falling to between 9 and 12 with daytime temperatures reaching the low to mid 20s.
  
  Tuesday 29 April
  
  13°C → 27°C
  Mostly sunny.
  5% chance of rain
  
  Mostly sunny. Winds east to northeasterly 15 to 25 km/h becoming light during the afternoon then becoming easterly 15 to 20 km/h during the evening. Overnight temperatures falling to between 9 and 13 with daytime temperatures reaching the mid to high 20s.
  
  Wednesday 30 April
  
  15°C → 29°C
  Sunny.
  5% chance of rain
  
  Sunny.
  
  Thursday 1 May
  
  17°C → 29°C
  Mostly sunny.
  10% chance of rain
  
  Mostly sunny.
  
  Friday 2 May
  
  18°C → 26°C
  Shower or two.
  60% chance of rain
  0 → 8mm
  
  Shower or two.
  
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