Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park 


14,700ha.
The park gets its name from the Gurringai tribe who lived in this area. This area of much eroded Hawkesbury sandstone is bounded on the north by the lower course of the Hawkesbury River and its estuary, Broken Bay. The sandstone plateau, dissected by an intricate network of submerged valleys (Cowan Water, Pittwater), has 112km of shoreline, with ideal conditions for water sports. Rich flora and fauna; Aboriginal rock paintings and drawings.
A number of walking trails have been laid out in the Bobbin Head and West Head areas.
The park gets its name from the Gurringai tribe who lived in this area. This area of much eroded Hawkesbury sandstone is bounded on the north by the lower course of the Hawkesbury River and its estuary, Broken Bay. The sandstone plateau, dissected by an intricate network of submerged valleys (Cowan Water, Pittwater), has 112km of shoreline, with ideal conditions for water sports. Rich flora and fauna; Aboriginal rock paintings and drawings.
A number of walking trails have been laid out in the Bobbin Head and West Head areas.
Hobbies & Activities category: Swimming & water activities; Hiking opportunity; National park; South Pacific art, artifacts
Access from Pacific Highway at Mount Colah, or via Turramurra to Bobbin Head, from Church Point or Terrey Hills to West Head, at the northern tip.
There is a nature trail for the blind and handicapped.
Admission cost for those driving into the park. Admission cost is per vehicle per day.
Adult & child admission prices are landing fees for travelers arriving by ferry.
There is a nature trail for the blind and handicapped.
Admission cost for those driving into the park. Admission cost is per vehicle per day.
Adult & child admission prices are landing fees for travelers arriving by ferry.
Disabled
Partial facilities for persons with disabilities.
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