Best trails in Lane Cove National Park
Want to find the best trails in Lane Cove National Park for an adventurous hike or a family trip? AllTrails has 47 great trails for hiking, walking, and birding and more. Enjoy hand-curated trail maps, along with reviews and photos from nature lovers like you.
Ready for your next hike or bike ride? Explore one of 5 easy hiking trails in Lane Cove National Park that are great for the whole family. Looking for a more strenuous hike? We've got you covered, with trails ranging from 59 to 2,237 feet in elevation gain. Whatever you have planned for the day, you can find the perfect trail for your next trip to Lane Cove National Park.
Top trails
1
(2068)
•Moderate
•6.6 mi
This is a great family-friendly track that makes for an easy weekend getaway without leaving town! The track meanders through natural bushland along the banks of the Lane Cove River where there is plenty of shade and light breezes accompanied by wildlife like ducks, wallabies, and bush turkeys. There are some picturesque picnic areas along the route, and even a cafe for a quick lunch stop.
2
(757)
•Moderate
•3.3 mi
•Est. 1h 15m
This loop track travels around a section of the Lane Cove River. Starting at Fullers Bridge, the walk follows the Great North walk through the historic site of Fairylands to Epping Road before crossing the Lane Cove River and heading up the other river bank.
Before returning to Fullers Bridge, the trail passes through various environments, including a Golf Course. Stop at the information board and read about the historic Fairyland Pleasure Grounds, a 19th-century recreation and picnic area.
3
(234)
•Moderate
•6.2 mi
•Est. 2h 20m
The Riverside walking track in Lane Cove National Park, north of Sydney's CBD, winds through natural bushland and offers several picturesque picnic areas.
You can enjoy riverside picnicking, birdwatching, and a city getaway all in one place. Watch for lorikeets, kookaburras, egrets, spoonbills, swamp wallabies, and brush turkeys while strolling along the trail.
Consider returning via the northern riverbank along the Great North Walk for a challenge.
4
(517)
•Moderate
•3.5 mi
•Est. 1h 28m
This is an excellent trail through Lane Cove National Park in north-west Sydney, New South Wales. This looped route begins and ends from the information and parking area at the entrance to the park off Britannia Street in the suburb of Pennant Hills.
Keep an eye on the app to be sure you get the turnoff with this one. There is parking available at the trailhead as well as toilets and BBQs.
5
(183)
•Moderate
•6.2 mi
•Est. 2h 19m
This lovely trail takes you along the Riverside Walk from the Koonjeree picnic area to the Beginning of the Riverside Drive entrance.
This fantastic and peaceful walk travels along Lane Cove River with plenty of wildlife to be spotted along the way, including Goannas, Echidnas and countless bird species.
There are endless spots to picnic and the option of walking along the other side of the river if you feel like a bit of different scenery on your return trip.
Remember to bring a water...
6
(171)
•Moderate
•5.6 mi
•Est. 2h 5m
This is a beautiful trail through the Lane Cove National Park, located not too far from the centre of Sydney, New South Wales. This out-and-back trail begins and ends on Carramar Road in the suburb of Linfield.
The trail is relatively flat and features many nice views out over the Lane Cove River as you follow it along. Keep an eye out for wildlife along the way water dragons, wallabies, and bush turkeys are often spotted in this area.
7
(171)
•Hard
•12.1 mi
•Est. 4h 48m
This is a lovely walking through Lane Cove National Park stretching all the way from Lane Cove and the main hub of the park all the way out to Epping.
This trail mostly utilises The Great North Walk trail and follows the Lane Cove River.
This is a great walk with plenty of options to explore alternatives to the route outlined here as well as a route taking the opposite side of the river back to the beginning.
This area is usually pretty good for bird watching but during the spring time is...
8
(188)
•Hard
•21.3 mi
•Est. 8h 5m
The Great North Walk runs from Sydney to Newcastle. It connects New South Wales' two largest cities from the obelisk in Australia's first planned town square to the wharf, Queens Wharf, from which its oldest home-built steamship still sails in over 250 kilometres of history, mystery and fascination. It visits many sites and areas along the way, including Mooney Mooney Creek, Brisbane Water National Park, Heaton Gap, Lane Cove River, Berowra Waters, Glenrock Lagoon and Warners Bay, just to...
9
(217)
•Moderate
•6.6 mi
•Est. 2h 35m
This is a great, easy-to-follow loop starting in the Lane Cove National Park that takes you on a mixture of national park trails, suburban pavements, and a lovely gentle track along Terry's Creek.
This is a fun day hike with plenty of spots along the way to relax and enjoy your surroundings and fantastic picnic spots.
10
(167)
•Moderate
•6.3 mi
•Est. 2h 17m
This trail runs along the Lane Cove River, offering a nice easy short walk close to the city. The route features beautiful views of water and mangroves and an abundance of wildlife like ducks and bush turkeys. There are some great picnic spots along the route.
Be mindful that there is a section that goes into Lane Cove National Park where dogs are not allowed, this section can be bypassed with some road footpath walking. There are lots of options to do shorter or longer walks in the area....
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Passes & fees
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Lane Cove National Park charges a vehicle entry fee. There are pay and display machines around the park. Annual passes are available.
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Trail reviews for Lane Cove National Park
Trials with a pub at the end are the best but tracks with a coffee shop half way around are also pretty good. The coffee shop at Lane Cove National Park entrance is just that!
Parking: Paid
Great city bush walk. Easy to follow walk that meanders through bushland located between housing and through Lane Cove National Park before hitting suburbia. The track through bushland is a bit rough with tree roots and rock paths. I would recommend hiking boots as there is a bit of scampering and a few stepping stones that are a bit slippery when covered with leaf litter (as one of our ankles can confirm) We did not complete the final part of the walk to Woolich Wharf due to a turned ankle Well worth doing and hopefully we can return to finish off the walk.
Difficulty: Easy
Chatswood Station to Woolwich Wharf
If I were to do again, I would most likely skip Terry’s Creek. Reeks of sewerage, and rubbish lines the creek banks. Pack more water than you think you will need. Cleared 3L first half, but refilled at Lane Cove National Park. Overall, a nice long secluded, multi-terrain hike with a few rock scrambling which is always fun. Completed in 6hr, 38k steps with 500m elevation.
Parking: Free, Small lot
Lane Cove is my go-to hiking trail, and I finally completed the full loop this time. My friend always spots so many animals, but I still saw nothing even after the whole loop trail
Difficulty: Moderate
Lane Cove Riverside Walk
Fabulous walk through Sydney’s expensive real estate and then gorgeous walk through the Lane Cove River Valley.
Chatswood Station to Woolwich Wharf
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Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to hike in Lane Cove National Park?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike in Lane Cove National Park is Lane Cove Riverside Walk, which has a 4.5 star rating from 2,068 reviews. This trail is 6.6 mi long with an elevation gain of 646 ft.
What is the longest trail in Lane Cove National Park?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail in Lane Cove National Park is Great North Walk: Sydney to Thornleigh. This trail is estimated to be 21.3 mi long.
How many trails are in Lane Cove National Park?
There are 47 trails in Lane Cove National Park. These trails have an average 4.2-star rating from 7,455 AllTrails community reviews.
Which trail has the most elevation gain in Lane Cove National Park?
If you're looking for elevation gain, Lane Cove National Park has you covered. North Ryde to Hornsby via Great North Walk boasts the most elevation gain with 2,237 ft of total ascent. The park's runner-up is Great North Walk: Sydney to Thornleigh, which will get you 2,158 ft of elevation gain.
Are there camping trails available in Lane Cove National Park?
According to AllTrails.com, there are 2 camping trails in Lane Cove National Park and the most popular is Great North Walk: Sydney to Thornleigh with an average 4.4 star rating from 188 community reviews.
Are there running trails available in Lane Cove National Park?
According to AllTrails.com, there are 30 running trails in Lane Cove National Park and the most popular is Lane Cove Riverside Walk with an average 4.5 star rating from 2,068 community reviews.
Are there biking trails available in Lane Cove National Park?
According to AllTrails.com, there are 5 biking trails in Lane Cove National Park and the most popular is North Epping River Loop with an average 4.1 star rating from 217 community reviews.