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Best trails in Berowra Valley National Park, Australia
Looking for a great trail in Berowra Valley National Park, New South Wales? AllTrails has 7 great hiking trails, trail running trails, forest trails and more, with hand-curated trail maps and driving directions as well as detailed reviews and photos from hikers, campers, and nature lovers like you. Ready for some activity? There are 4 moderate trails in Berowra Valley National Park ranging from 4.6 to 8.1 miles and from 606 to 721 feet above sea level. Start checking them out and you'll be out on the trail in no time!
Description
Berowra Valley National Park is located 20km north of Sydney, New South Wales. As the name suggests, it was established around Berowra Valley, which consists of woodlands, sandstones, gorges and creeks. Enjoy the panoramic views over the valley on a hike up the hills, or boat and paddle on the river.
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Top trails (7)
Great North Walk: Thornleigh to Cowan
#1 - Great North Walk: Thornleigh to Cowan
Berowra Valley National Parkhard
(233)
(233)Length: 22.3 mi • Est. 11 h 59 m
NOTE: the route is updated to avoid the Rifle Range which is now Private Property.
The Great North Walk connects New South Wales' two largest cities from the obelisk in Australia's first planned town square to the wharf from which its oldest home-built steamship still sails in over 250 kilometres of history, mystery and fascination.
This is the second section of the Great North Walk, to see the list of sections or the full trail go here: https://www.alltrails.com/lists/great-north-walk--70
It is normally a two-day walk staying at one of the designated campsites(booking is generally required). But can also be done as a long day walk or split up into several day-walks. Booking is required for most sites and you plan to stay at a Crown Land campground you need to fill out the reservation form https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/acba2b1cd658485485275b8e8e45c150
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Berowra Track
#2 - Berowra Track
Berowra Valley National Parkmoderate(98)
(98)Length: 5.5 mi • Est. 2 h 47 m
This is a great track not far from the city. You can either hike back to Mount Kuring-gai via this same trail, or take the train back. Either way, there are beautiful views and enough elevation change to get a good workout!Show more
Sams Creek Track, Berkely Firetrail and Crowley Trail
#3 - Sams Creek Track, Berkely Firetrail and Crowley Trail
Berowra Valley National Parkmoderate(15)
(15)Length: 4.6 mi • Est. 1 h 51 m
This loop takes a short detour to Naa Badu lookout, with views overlooking the Berowra Valley the waters of Berowra Creek.Show more
Berowra Track: Berowra to Mount Kuring-gai
#4 - Berowra Track: Berowra to Mount Kuring-gai
Berowra Valley National Parkmoderate(37)
(37)Length: 6.0 mi • Est. 2 h 58 m
This is a great track not far from the city. You can either hike back to Berowra via this same track, or take the train back. Either way, there are beautiful views and enough elevation change to get a good workout!Show more
Cowan to Berowra via Berowra Waters
#5 - Cowan to Berowra via Berowra Waters
Berowra Valley National Parkmoderate(13)
(13)Length: 8.1 mi • Est. 4 h 16 m
This trail is easy to get to by public transport from Sydney as you start at Cowan Train Station and finish at Berowra Train Station. It's a five-minute train ride between stations and car parking is available at both Cowan and Berowra train stations.
The trail explores the ridges, valleys and creeks around the Berowra Waters section of the Great North Walk and features excellent views of the valley from Naa Badu Lookout. This is a moderately challenging walk with some decent climbs.
Toilets and water are available near the Berowra Waters ferry wharf which is near the half-way point of the walk.Show more
