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Berowra Valley National Park

Berowra Valley National Park is a bushland valley park in Hornsby Heights NSW 2077, and its standout feature is a 25 km stretch of the Great North Walk running through its bush. The park also reaches the quiet waters of Berowra Creek, where canoeing, kayaking and fishing are available.

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Great North Walk sectionPicnic and BBQ at Crosslands ReserveValley lookoutKids play area at Barnetts Lookout

About Berowra Valley National Park

Great North Walk and Walking Tracks at Berowra Valley National Park

Berowra Valley National Park includes a 25 km stretch of the Great North Walk, the 250 km route that runs from Sydney to Newcastle. Berowra Valley National Park also offers more than 70 km of walking tracks and fire trails, giving walkers a choice of routes through the valleys. The Hornsby Heights Track is one of the named tracks in Berowra Valley National Park, and the trail network links bushland valleys across the park.

Berowra Creek Water Activities at Berowra Valley National Park

Berowra Valley National Park has Berowra Creek running through it, and the creek is a spot for canoeing and kayaking. Boats and canoes can be launched from Berowra Creek within Berowra Valley National Park. Fishing is available along Berowra Creek, making the creek the park's main base for water-based activities.

Wildlife Spotting at Berowra Valley National Park

Berowra Valley National Park supports native birds including owls, white-tailed eagles and wedge-tailed eagles. Kookaburras, grey-backed lyrebirds and grey-headed fruit bats also live in the park, along with swamp wallabies. The protected frog Pseudophryne australis is recorded in Berowra Valley National Park, which makes its bush a useful place for wildlife spotting.

Facilities at Berowra Valley National Park

🛝Playground
🔥BBQ Facilities
🚻Toilets✗
💧Drinking Water✗
🅿️Parking
🍽️Picnic Tables
🏃Walking Paths
🏅Sports Fields✗
🐕Dogs✗
• Lookout at Barnetts Lookout with a view over the valley • Picnic table at Barnetts Lookout • Children's play area at Barnetts Lookout (equipment not described) • Picnic and barbecue facilities at Crosslands Reserve • Parking and picnic area at the end of Somerville Road • More than 70 km of walking tracks and fire trails • 25 km of the Great North Walk • Boat and canoe launching on Berowra Creek • Fishing on Berowra Creek

Visitor tips for Berowra Valley National Park

  • ✓Swimming in Berowra Creek is not advised because of pollution and algal blooms.
  • ✓Dog rules, events and current alerts are not listed here, so check the official NSW National Parks page before your visit.

Getting to Berowra Valley National Park

Berowra Valley National Park is located at Hornsby Heights NSW 2077. The Hornsby Heights Track starts at the parking and picnic area at the end of Somerville Road.

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Nearby Hornsby Heights

  • 📍Hornsby Heights
  • 📍Thornleigh
  • 📍Galston
  • 📍Pennant Hills
  • 📍Cherrybrook

Frequently asked questions about Berowra Valley National Park

Can I take my dog to Berowra Valley National Park?

Dog rules for Berowra Valley National Park are not confirmed here. Check the official NSW National Parks page before bringing a dog.

Does Berowra Valley National Park have BBQ facilities or picnic tables?

Yes, Crosslands Reserve has picnic and barbecue facilities, and Barnetts Lookout has a picnic table.

What sports or recreational activities can I do at Berowra Valley National Park?

You can walk the Great North Walk and fire trails, canoe or kayak on Berowra Creek, launch boats, fish and spot wildlife.

What are the best walking tracks in Berowra Valley National Park?

The park includes 25 km of the Great North Walk and more than 70 km of walking tracks and fire trails, including the Hornsby Heights Track.