Sheldon Forest
Sheldon Forest is a pocket of urban bushland in a narrow valley between Turramurra and Pymble, known for its signposted walking track through some of the last remnants of endangered Blue Gum High Forest in the Sydney basin. The track follows a creek past several small waterfalls.
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About Sheldon Forest
Walking Track at Sheldon Forest
Sheldon Forest has a signposted walking track that runs through several plant communities, from blue gum forest along the ridge to creek-side forest in the valley. The track follows the creek for a while and passes several small waterfalls. It has six access points, including the historic 1st Turramurra Scout Hall on Warragal Road, Mimosa Oval in Turramurra, and entries from Jubilee Avenue, Kimbarra Road and Troon Place in Pymble.
Facilities at Sheldon Forest
Visitor tips for Sheldon Forest
- ✓The track is about 1.7 km one way and takes roughly half an hour, rated moderate, so it works as an out-and-back walk from either end.
- ✓Fungi grow across the forest floor, so the walk rewards a slow pace.
Getting to Sheldon Forest
The main entrance is on Warragal Road, Turramurra, at the historic 1st Turramurra Scout Hall, within walking distance of Turramurra station. Other entries are at the end of Warragal Road and at Mimosa Oval in Turramurra, and from Jubilee Avenue, Kimbarra Road and Troon Place in Pymble.
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- 📍Mimosa Oval, Turramurra
Frequently asked questions about Sheldon Forest
How long is the Sheldon Forest walk?
The track is about 1.7 km one way and takes roughly half an hour, rated a moderate walk.
Where does the Sheldon Forest track start?
The main start is the historic 1st Turramurra Scout Hall on Warragal Road, Turramurra, within walking distance of Turramurra station.
Is Sheldon Forest a rare type of forest?
Yes. It holds some of the last remnants of Blue Gum High Forest and Sydney Turpentine-Ironbark Forest, two endangered forest types in the Sydney Basin.