Established in 1894, Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park is Australia’s second-oldest national park, following the Royal National Park by 15 years.
Spanning an impressive 15,000 hectares, the park features lush rainforests, dramatic cliffs, mangroves, Aboriginal heritage sites, picnic spots, secluded beaches, scenic lookouts, mountain biking trails, and an array of walking tracks.
The Coast Track between Bundeena and Otford in Royal National Park is one of the most iconic coastal walks in Sydney and New South Wales.
With scenic lookouts, waterfalls, swimming spots, and remote beaches, the 26 km Coast Track offers a hiking experience that’s hard to beat.
The coastal walk from Wattamolla to Eagle Rock and Curracurrong Falls in Royal National Park combines two iconic landmarks with sweeping ocean views.
Eagle Rock is a distinctive formation shaped like an eagle’s beak, while Curracurrong Falls is one of the few waterfalls in the world that flows straight into the sea.
Pulpit Rock Lookout, located near Blackheath in the Blue Mountains, is a striking cliff edge with three lookout platforms positioned across multiple levels. These lookouts are linked by a path that includes several sets of stairs.
A short walk from the car park takes you to this remarkable spot, offering sweeping views of the Grose Valley and beyond.
Sitting right in the city’s backyard, Sydney Harbour National Park is one of the most scenic and accessible national parks in Greater Sydney.
Established in 1975, the park was designed to protect the Harbour’s islands, landforms, and foreshore areas, especially those east of the Harbour Bridge.
The walk from Rushcutters Bay to Rose Bay is a 5.5 km trail that winds through some of Sydney’s most exclusive suburbs, closely following the Harbour’s shoreline.
This easy route passes through leafy parks, quiet beaches, and sheltered bays, with Harbour and city views to enjoy all along the way.
The Hermitage Foreshore Walk is a scenic walking track in Sydney Harbour National Park that follows the shoreline between the Hermitage Foreshore Reserve north of Rose Bay and Nielsen Park in Vaucluse.
The walk is a shorter section of the popular Rose Bay to Watsons Bay Walk, and meanders through coastal vegetation and thriving bushland, past secluded beaches, beautiful parks, and picturesque bays.
The Barrenjoey Lighthouse Walk is a popular walking trail located on the Barrenjoey Headland, the northernmost point of Palm Beach in Sydney’s Northern Beaches.
The walk leads to the historic Barrenjoey Lighthouse, perched atop the headland, where you’re rewarded with breathtaking panoramic views.
The Bondi to Manly Walk is an 80 km coastal hike featuring a series of connected trails that showcase the very best of Sydney Harbour.
Conquering this beautiful coastal adventure can take anywhere between two and six days, soaking in panoramic views of the Harbour, Sydney’s skyline, and the ocean.
Cahill’s Lookout in the Katoomba area of the Blue Mountains is a stunning vantage point offering sweeping views over the vast Megalong Valley.
Tucked quietly at the western end of Cliff Drive, the lookout provides breathtaking panoramas of the valley, Megalong Head, Boars Head Rock, and the Narrow Neck Peninsula.
Named in honour of the third son of King George V and Queen Mary, the Prince Henry Cliff Walk was completed in 1936 after several years of construction.
This iconic 7 km walking track between Scenic World in Katoomba and Gordon Falls Lookout in Leura follows the cliff edge facing the Jamison Valley.
Berry Island Reserve in Wollstonecraft is a green recreational space featuring a walking trail, picnic areas, a fenced playground, and scenic views of Sydney Harbour.
The bushwalk, known as the Gadyan Track, is a great way to take in the natural beauty and tranquillity of this unique location, situated just a stone’s throw from the city.
Milk Beach is a small, secluded strip of sand nestled in front of the historic Strickland House in Vaucluse, offering stunning views of Sydney Harbour and the city skyline.
If you’re looking to escape the crowds of Bondi, Coogee, or Manly, Milk Beach provides the perfect spot for a peaceful, sunny afternoon.
Reef Beach at Dobroyd Head in Balgowlah Heights is a secluded strip of sand facing Sydney’s North Harbour and Manly Cove.
This small but beautiful beach can be reached via a walking trail that is part of the popular Spit to Manly Walk.