Best trails in Dharawal National Park

The Dharawal People consider the Minerva Pool a sacred location. As per Aboriginal traditions, only women and children are allowed to take a dip in the waters. For more details on this site, please visit https://www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/things-to-do/walking-tracks/minerva-pool-walking-track. During the brief hike, you may spot golden wattle and mountain devil shrub, which are used for bush food and medicine. If you're fortunate, you may also catch a glimpse of swamp wallabies or...

This is a lovely walk to a nice waterfall near Darkes Forest, New South Wales. The waterfall is picturesque after rain, with water cascading down the rocks in a beautiful bush setting. The route is on a raised walkway for the majority of the way. There are beautiful views of the falls. From the platform. Great for all fitness levels. Please be careful if you go off the main track, as the rocks can be very slippery.

The Jingga track is a brief yet steep trail that leads to the stunning Jingga Pool in Dharawal National Park. Despite its short distance, the path is quite rocky as it descends from the cliffs to the river valley and the serene rock pools below. This picturesque location is perfect for a refreshing swim or a lovely picnic. Make sure to take your time on your way down and wear appropriate footwear for better traction along the trail. After enjoying your time at the pool, prepare for the...

This is a nice, easy, family-friendly trail through Dharawal National Park in New South Wales, located about 57 kilometers southwest of Sydney. This trail begins at the end of Victoria Road in the suburb of Wedderburn. The trail is flat, paved the whole way, and brings you to a beautiful lookout and back.

This mountain bike loop passes through the 10H, 10B, 10C, Seven Creeks, and 10 sections. For a great 20km+ option this loop is a great cross-country style track with little in the way of challenging or technical sections. The tracks are generally wide fire trails that allow for good cadence and pace but can get muddy and slick after rains. The tracks are in a heavily forested area with plenty of shade.

An out and back 30-kilometre ride along a service road in Dharawal Nature Reserve. Not the most picturesque route apart from the first section near the falls. But due to it being a long, well maintained, gravel service road most of the way it is great for mountain biking, gravel riding or trail running. It starts at the end of Victoria Rd near Wedderburn and goes all the way to Appin Rd. Apart from the first steep section, it is a long slow climb then smooth descent each way. Great fun to...

This is a great short trail to the waterfall at Stokes Creek in Dharawal National Park. The trail starts at a car park on Victoria Rd in Wedderburn. The trail is mostly compacted dirt with a few rocky sections as it descends steeply to the falls and rock pool. It is a great place to come for a quick nature fix and a swim even on short time.

Stretch your legs on this trail that explores the Dharawal National Park in Sydney's outer suburbs, about 60 or so kilometres from the CBD. The route follows a mixture of paved paths and undulating forest trails, be sure to stop by O'Hares Creek Lookout on the way to enjoy scenic gorge views over the valley and beyond. Commence your journey from the end of Victoria Road, there is parking, public toilets, and an info point located at the trailhead.

A crazy trail exploring some of the bushland north of Wollongong, located not too far west from Flat Rock Junction. The trail consists of a a good mix of roadside walking and narrow walking tracks. The Iluka Creek track is completely overgrown and requires a hands and knees scramble through spiky bushes.