Congwong Beach
Visit beautiful Congwong Beach, in La Perouse, perfect for swimming, picnics, snorkelling and fishing. Only 15km from central Sydney, this family friendly beach is also close to cafes and walks.
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Lady Bay Beach
Lady Bay Beach offers a perfect weekend getaway with scenic harbour views, swimming, picnicking, and nude bathing near South Head in Sydney Harbour National Park.
Boyd River loop
Take the easy route to peaceful cycling on Boyd River loop, a 21km journey that follows fire trails and roads in Kanangra-Boyd National Park.
- Distance
- 21km loop
- Time
- 2-3 hr
- Where
- Kanangra-Boyd National Park in Sydney and surrounds, Country NSW
The Coast track
The Coast track in Sydney's Royal National Park is an epic multi-day walk between Bundeena and Otford. Enjoy incredible coastal lookouts, swimming spots, seasonal wildflowers and whale watching along this challenging track.
- Price
- Park entry fees apply.
- Distance
- 26km one-way
- Time
- 2 days
- Grade
- Grade 5
- Where
- Royal National Park in Sydney and surrounds, South Coast
White Sands walk and Scribbly Gum track
Starting at Greenfield Beach picnic area, this short walk passes white sandy beaches and coastal forest by the shores of Jervis Bay. Stop for a swim, spot birds and dolphins, or extend your walk to Hyams Beach.
- Distance
- 2.5km loop
- Time
- 30min - 1hr 30min
- Grade
- Grade 3
- Where
- Jervis Bay National Park in South Coast
Jellybean track
A perfect Blue Mountains day trip with the kids, Jellybean track is a short walk taking you to pretty Jellybean Pool. Swim or lilo the calm waters, bring a picnic or try bird watching.
- Price
- Park entry fees apply.
- Distance
- 1km return
- Time
- 30min - 1hr
- Grade
- Grade 3
- Where
- Glenbrook area in Blue Mountains National Park in Sydney and surrounds, Country NSW
Cape Banks walking track
Cape Banks walking track is a beautiful coastal walk in La Perouse with views across Sydney’s Botany Bay. Start at Congwong Beach and take a swim along the way before passing Henry Head. Continue to Cape Banks, a fantastic spot for whale watching.
- Distance
- 7km return
- Time
- 3hrs
- Grade
- Grade 3
- Where
- La Perouse area in Kamay Botany Bay National Park in Sydney and surrounds
South Head Heritage trail
The short, easy South Head Heritage trail takes in scenic beaches and Sydney Harbour views, historic gun emplacements, and great whale watching from the distinctive red and white striped Hornby Lighthouse.
- Distance
- 1km loop
- Time
- 30min - 1hr
- Grade
- Grade 3
- Where
- Sydney Harbour National Park in Sydney and surrounds
Beach Road picnic area
Beach Road picnic area has everything you need for a relaxing day at the beach. Enjoy swimming or surfing, take a walk whilst birdwatching in the forest near Gerroa.
Bonnie Vale picnic area
For a great day of swimming, kayaking, or fishing in the waters of Port Hacking, take the family to Bonnie Vale picnic area in Royal National Park, near Bundeena.
- Price
- Park entry fees apply.
- Where
- Royal National Park in Sydney and surrounds, South Coast