Bar Island Heritage Trail People have been visiting Bar Island for many centuries. Signs of occupation together with its strategic location suggest it may have once served as a place of meeting and shared resource for the Dharug, Guringai and Darkinjung language groups.
Beecroft-Cheltenham Link Track This trail network explores some excellent examples of bushland remnants in the urban environment and despite being surrounded by homes and roads, the reserves offer a peaceful respite to the busyness of modern life.
Blue Gum Walk From tall, lush forest to rugged sandstone ridgetops, the Blue Gum Walk provides a diverse range of bushwalking experiences.
Callicoma Walk The Callicoma Walk is a spectacular trail that wanders through bushland, parkland and quiet residential streets.
Carrs Bush Carrs Bush is the perfect place for anyone new to bushwalking to explore Hornsby Shire’s beautiful environment.
Crosslands Trail Explore the stunning bushland that runs along the Berowra Creek foreshore with the Crosslands Trail, an easy-to-access walk that features gorgeous views and rare tree species.
Dangar Island Walk Dangar Island is rich in indigenous, colonial and natural history. Home to over 250 people and one of the few Sydney suburbs without cars, the island boasts pleasant parkland, beaches, natural bushland and spectacular views of the Hawkesbury River.
Mambara Track The Mambara Track is a trail accessible to everybody. Designed to be wheelchair and stroller friendly, this easy trail with a relatively level concrete path provides an ideal introduction to the beautiful bushland of Pennant Hills.
Mangrove Walk Brooklyn Brooklyn’s Mangrove Walk follows a part of the Hawkesbury River and foreshore not previously known to many people. This scenic walk takes around 15 minutes and meanders through mangroves and estuarine habitats.
McKell Park Walk Brooklyn McKell Park is at the end of Dangar Road, Brooklyn and overlooks theHawkesbury River.
Guided bushwalks and events Get out into nature with Council’s guided bushwalks and events program. Sharing their wide knowledge of the local environment, our expert guides will give you unparalleled insight into the Bushland Shire.