Best trails in Dharug National Park

Finches Line is a stunning trail showcasing the beauty of the Wisemans Ferry area, located inland near the Central Coast Region of New South Wales. The trail features non-intrusive informative panels along the way covering the building of the trail by convicts. The section along the ridgeline offers outstanding views down to the Hawkesbury River and Lower Macdonald. The trail is clearly marked, easy to navigate and can be done in either direction. The stretch alongside the narrow Wisemans...

A great trail through the Dharug National Park in the Central Coast Region of New South Wales, located not too far west from Gosford. This looped route begins and ends from the parking and picnic area at the end of Mill Creek Road. The trail itself features quite a few ups and downs and is clearly signposted - keep an eye out for the pink ribbons!

This loop through Dubbo Gully follows approximately 25km of fire trail and track in Dharug National Park inland of the Central Coast. Trail runners will enjoy this loop for the distance and moderate elevation gain and it also makes for an enjoyable overnight walk with camping options around Ten Mile Hollow.

An interesting trail taking you along a section of the Old Great Northern Road to Hangman's Rock. There is lots of history to learn along the way with information signs every 50 metres or so detailing the history of how the road was built. The trail starts from Settlers Road where there is space for a few cars to park. From there it heads up Old Northern Road taking you to Hangman's Rock. The road was constructed by reoffending convicts and the trail is a fantastic way to learn about the...

This is an interesting walk through Dharug National Park, located near Wisemans Ferry - north west of Sydney. This looped route begins and ends from Settlers Road, in between Lower and Central Macdonald. Begin hiking along Shepherds Gully Road then onto the Old Great North Road, passing Hangman's Rock along the way. The trail then features a section of road walking (no pedestrian path) along Settlesr Road as you follow the shores of the Hawkesbury River. From here you'll turn onto Finchs...

This is a great trail to have a crack at if you're in the Wisemans Ferry Region of New South Wales. The trail begins from the Old Great North Road trailhead on Settlers Road. There is a parking area there. The Old Great North Road will lead you through Dharug National Park up to Hangman's Rock and onto Finches Line Road and back again. Stunning views with a nice variety of terrain.

This is the perfect spot for a relaxing family picnic and a walk. The track is a short and easy going loop that starts and ends at the lovely Mills Creek picnic area. You can enjoy a barbecue or a packed lunch in the shade, and then take a gentle stroll through the bush. It's an ideal and easy outing for all ages.

The Old Great North Road is a World Heritage Walk that showcases a historic road constructed by convicts with lovely river vistas. This trail covers the segment from Ten Mile Hollow Campground to Wisemans Ferry. The hike has a steady gradient with the section down to the Hawkesbury River being the only steep descent. There is lots of history along this track with information boards detailing how the history of how the road was constructed.

This is an interesting circuit that combines the Old Great North Road with Donny’s Track and Simpsons Track/ There is an optional overnight stay at the Ten Mile Hollow campground along the way. The route includes Clare's Bridge (the second oldest bridge on mainland Australia), Simpsons Cave (a stone overhang on the Simpson Track) and views from Donny's View (unfenced rock slabs that provide a view over the Chaselings Run valley and swamp).