This walk descends through open grasslands and eucalyptus forest to arrive at the grassed Green Point. This is a quiet and secluded spot and a fabulous place for a picnic. From Green Point, there are good views up and down Lake Macquarie. The side trip to the Sea Eagle Lookouts is also worthwhile. A good walk, with both scenic views and waterside relaxation.
The Green Point Walk
And Walk
The Green Point Walk
1 hr 15 mins
102 m
Moderate track
Green Point Foreshore Reserve on Lake Macquarie
Historically, the Green Point area was involved in a coal rush from the 1860’s. This coal rush was spearheaded by the Cardiff Coal Company. Coal was proposed to be transported by barge to Threlkeld’s old wharf at Reid’s Mistake (Swansea Heads) for shipping to Sydney. However, the coal was poor quality ‘boiler coal’ and used mostly for steamer boilers. This coal rush finished in 1870. Timber was also milled on site after the coal rush. The Lake Macquarie Council is undergoing extensive rehabilitation works to improve the area for recreation. For more information contact the Lake Macquarie Visitor Information Centre on (02) 4921 0740 More info.
Green Point Reserve Entrance (Green Point Drive, Belmont)
(0km) end of Green Point Drive (Green Point) → Int of Green Point & Green Point Drive Tracks
400 m
8 mins
18m
-12m
Very easy
(0.4km) Int of Green Point Drive & Green Point Tracks → Upper Lookout (Sea Eagle Park)
290 m
6 mins
11m
-17m
Easy track
Turn left: From the intersection[18][19], this walk follows the ‘Lookout’ sign[20] and footpath gently uphill. This walk continues through forest for about 80m to pass a picnic table[21] (on the right), until coming to a three-way intersection[22][23] with a track[24] (on the left and just before metal fencing[25].
Continue straight: From the intersection[26][27], this walk follows the footpath gently downhill[28] towards the viewpoint for 45m, until coming to the Upper Lookout[29][30] (above Sea Eagle Park). At the end of this side trip, retrace your steps back to the main walk then Turn left.
Sea Eagle Park Lookouts (lower, middle & upper)
(0.4km) Int of Green Point Drive & Green Point Tracks → Int of Green Point & Zig Zag Tracks
840 m
16 mins
10m
-47m
Very easy
(1.25km) Int of Green Point AND Zig Zag Tracks → Green Point
250 m
5 mins
3m
-12m
Moderate track
Continue straight: From the intersection[49], this walk follows the track towards Green Point[50] (and the water), while leaving the forest[51] directly behind you. This walk continues for about 60m, passing across grasslands[52] and towards a small clump of She Oak trees[53], until coming to the lake edge[54] and Green Point.
Green Point (on Lake Macquarie)
Maps for the The Green Point Walk walk
You can download the PDF for this walk to print a map.
These maps below cover the walk and the wider area around the walk, they are worth carrying for safety reasons.
Swansea | 1:25 000 Map Series | 92314N SWANSEA | NSW-92314N |
Lake Macquarie | 1:100 000 Map Series | 9231 LAKE MACQUARIE | 9231 |
Cross sectional view of the The Green Point Walk bushwalking track
Analysis and summary of the altitude variation on the The Green Point Walk
Overview of this walks grade – based on the AS 2156.1 – 2001
Under this standard, a walk is graded based on the most difficult section of the walk.
Length | 3 km | ||
Time | 1 hr 15 mins | ||
. | |||
Grade 3/6 Moderate track |
AS 2156.1 | Gradient | Flat, no steps (1/6) |
Quality of track | Clear and well formed track or trail (2/6) | ||
Signs | Directional signs along the way (3/6) | ||
Experience Required | No experience required (1/6) | ||
Weather | Weather generally has little impact on safety (1/6) | ||
Infrastructure | Generally useful facilities (such as fenced cliffs and seats) (1/6) |
Some more details of this walks Grading
Here is a bit more details explaining grading looking at sections of the walk
Gradient
This whole walk, 1.5km is flat with no steps.
Quality of track
Around 1.2km of this walk follows a smooth and hardened path, whilst the remaining 250m follows a clear and well formed track or trail.
Signs
Around 1.2km of this walk is clearly signposted, whilst the remaining 250m has directional signs at most intersection.
Experience Required
This whole walk, 1.5km requires no previous bushwalking experience.
weather
This whole walk, 1.5km is not usually affected by severe weather events (that would unexpectedly impact safety and navigation).
Infrastructure
This whole walk, 1.5km is close to useful facilities (such as fenced cliffs and seats).
Similar walks
A list of walks that share part of the track with the The Green Point Walk walk.
Other Nearby walks
A list of walks that start near the The Green Point Walk walk.
Plan your trip to and from the walk here
The The Green Point Walk walk starts and ends at the end of Green Point Drive (Green Point) (gps: -33.024109, 151.64048)
Your transport options to end of Green Point Drive (Green Point) are by;
Bus. (get details)
Car. There is free parking available.
(get details)
Fire Danger
Each park may have its own fire ban, this rating is only valid for today and is based on information from the RFS Please check the RFS Website for more information.
Weather Forest
This walk starts in the Hunter weather district always check the formal BOM forecast or pdf before starting your walk.
Forecast snapshot
Park Information & Alerts
Short URL = http://wild.tl/tgpw
Gallery images
There are other downloads I am still working on.
You will probably need to login to access these — still all free.
* KML (google earth file)
* GPX (GPS file)
Special Maps/ brochures
* A3 topo maps
* PDF with Lands Topo map base
* PDF with arial image (and map overlay)
I wanted to get the main site live first, this extra stuff will come in time.
Happy walking
Matt 🙂
Green Point Drive Circuit
And Walk
Green Point Drive Circuit
2 hrs 45 mins
127 m
Moderate track
This walk takes in two of the best parts of Green Point Reserve, the quiet and secluded Green Point itself and the views at Sea Eagle Lookout. Starting at the high point of Green Point Drive entrance, you gradually descend to the foreshore, crossing over open grasslands and through eucalyptus forest. The lookout on the return journey has good seating to rest and enjoy the views. The side trip to Sea Eagle park offers excellent picnic facilities. A recommended walk.
Green Point Foreshore Reserve on Lake Macquarie
Historically, the Green Point area was involved in a coal rush from the 1860’s. This coal rush was spearheaded by the Cardiff Coal Company. Coal was proposed to be transported by barge to Threlkeld’s old wharf at Reid’s Mistake (Swansea Heads) for shipping to Sydney. However, the coal was poor quality ‘boiler coal’ and used mostly for steamer boilers. This coal rush finished in 1870. Timber was also milled on site after the coal rush. The Lake Macquarie Council is undergoing extensive rehabilitation works to improve the area for recreation. For more information contact the Lake Macquarie Visitor Information Centre on (02) 4921 0740 More info.
Green Point Reserve Entrance (Green Point Drive, Belmont)
(0km) end of Green Point Drive (Green Point) → Int of Green Point & Green Point Drive Tracks
400 m
8 mins
18m
-12m
Very easy
(0.4km) Int of Green Point Drive & Green Point Tracks → Int of Green Point & Zig Zag Tracks
840 m
16 mins
10m
-47m
Very easy
(1.25km) Int of Green Point AND Zig Zag Tracks → Green Point
250 m
5 mins
3m
-12m
Moderate track
Continue straight: From the intersection[25], this walk follows the track towards Green Point[26] (and the water), while leaving the forest[27] directly behind you. This walk continues for about 60m, passing across grasslands[28] and towards a small clump of She Oak trees[29], until coming to the lake edge[30] and Green Point.
Green Point (on Lake Macquarie)
(1.5km) Green Point → Int of Foreshore & Green Point Drive Tracks
750 m
14 mins
32m
-8m
Moderate track
Turn right: From Green Point[39], this walk crosses over a timber footbridge[40] and follows the track, while keeping the lake on your right. This walk continues through open eucalyptus forest, with occasional short sections of timber boardwalk[41] for about 600m, until undulating moderately steeply[42] and coming to a three-way intersection[43], with a concrete footpath and ‘Green Point Drive’ sign[44] on the right.
(2.25km) Int of Foreshore AND Green Point Drive Tracks → Int of Foreshore AND Lookout Tracks
190 m
4 mins
3m
-11m
Easy track
(2.44km) Int of Foreshore & Lookout Tracks → Int of Foreshore Track & Sea Eagle Park
80 m
2 mins
1m
-6m
Moderate track
Sea Eagle Park
(2.44km) Int of Foreshore & Lookout Tracks → Lower Lookout (Sea Eagle Park)
110 m
2 mins
16m
0m
Moderate track
Sea Eagle Park Lookouts (lower, middle & upper)
(2.55km) Lower Lookout (Sea Eagle Park) → Upper Lookout (Sea Eagle Park)
140 m
4 mins
16m
-9m
Moderate track
Turn left : From the Middle Lookout[79], this walk heads up timber steps[80] for 30m, until coming to the Upper Lookout[81][82] (with Sea Eagle Park below).
(2.69km) Upper Lookout (Sea Eagle Park) → Int of Lookout Track and Lookout Footpath
50 m
1 mins
8m
-2m
Very easy
(2.74km) Int of Lookout & Linkage Tracks → Int of Green Point Drive & Linkage Tracks
80 m
2 mins
6m
-1m
Easy track
(2.81km) Int of Green Point Drive & Linkage Tracks → Int of Green Point Drive & Green Point Tracks
170 m
3 mins
3m
-8m
Very easy
(2.98km) Int of Green Point & Green Point Drive Tracks → end of Green Point Drive (Green Point)
400 m
8 mins
12m
-18m
Very easy
Maps for the Green Point Drive Circuit walk
You can download the PDF for this walk to print a map.
These maps below cover the walk and the wider area around the walk, they are worth carrying for safety reasons.
Swansea | 1:25 000 Map Series | 92314N SWANSEA | NSW-92314N |
Lake Macquarie | 1:100 000 Map Series | 9231 LAKE MACQUARIE | 9231 |
Cross sectional view of the Green Point Drive Circuit bushwalking track
Analysis and summary of the altitude variation on the Green Point Drive Circuit
Overview of this walks grade – based on the AS 2156.1 – 2001
Under this standard, a walk is graded based on the most difficult section of the walk.
Length | 3.4 km | ||
Time | 2 hrs 45 mins | ||
. | |||
Grade 3/6 Moderate track |
AS 2156.1 | Gradient | Short steep hills (3/6) |
Quality of track | Formed track, with some branches and other obstacles (3/6) | ||
Signs | Directional signs along the way (3/6) | ||
Experience Required | Some bushwalking experience recommended (3/6) | ||
Weather | Weather generally has little impact on safety (1/6) | ||
Infrastructure | Limited facilities, not all cliffs are fenced (3/6) |
Some more details of this walks Grading
Here is a bit more details explaining grading looking at sections of the walk
Gradient
2.3km of this walk is flat with no steps and another 660m has short steep hills. The remaining (440m) has gentle hills with occasional steps.
Quality of track
2.2km of this walk follows a smooth and hardened path and another 880m follows a formed track, with some branches and other obstacles. The remaining (340m) follows a clear and well formed track or trail.
Signs
Around 2.4km of this walk is clearly signposted, whilst the remaining 1km has directional signs at most intersection.
Experience Required
Around 2.6km of this walk requires no previous bushwalking experience, whilst the remaining 770m requires some bushwalking experience.
weather
This whole walk, 3.4km is not usually affected by severe weather events (that would unexpectedly impact safety and navigation).
Infrastructure
Around 2.7km of this walk is close to useful facilities (such as fenced cliffs and seats), whilst the remaining 660m has limited facilities (such as not all cliffs fenced).
Similar walks
A list of walks that share part of the track with the Green Point Drive Circuit walk.
Other Nearby walks
A list of walks that start near the Green Point Drive Circuit walk.
Plan your trip to and from the walk here
The Green Point Drive Circuit walk starts and ends at the end of Green Point Drive (Green Point) (gps: -33.024109, 151.64048)
Your transport options to end of Green Point Drive (Green Point) are by;
Bus. (get details)
Car. There is free parking available.
(get details)
Fire Danger
Each park may have its own fire ban, this rating is only valid for today and is based on information from the RFS Please check the RFS Website for more information.
Weather Forest
This walk starts in the Hunter weather district always check the formal BOM forecast or pdf before starting your walk.
Forecast snapshot
Park Information & Alerts
Comments
Short URL = http://wild.tl/gpdc
Gallery images
There are other downloads I am still working on.
You will probably need to login to access these — still all free.
* KML (google earth file)
* GPX (GPS file)
Special Maps/ brochures
* A3 topo maps
* PDF with Lands Topo map base
* PDF with arial image (and map overlay)
I wanted to get the main site live first, this extra stuff will come in time.
Happy walking
Matt 🙂
Northern Green Point Circuit
And Walk
Northern Green Point Circuit
1 hr 30 mins
140 m
Hard track
This walk visits two lovely foreshore locations on Lake Macquarie, before gaining height and traveling through eucalyptus forest and then finally descending again to the foreshore. The forest walking is mostly along fire trails adjacent to houses and it is possible to shorten the walk by exiting onto Roma or Leichhardt Roads. To finish this walk, you can return over Rocky-high viewpoint or alternatively inland through forest. This walk explores the lesser walked northern half of Green Point Reserve.
Green Point Foreshore Reserve on Lake Macquarie
Historically, the Green Point area was involved in a coal rush from the 1860’s. This coal rush was spearheaded by the Cardiff Coal Company. Coal was proposed to be transported by barge to Threlkeld’s old wharf at Reid’s Mistake (Swansea Heads) for shipping to Sydney. However, the coal was poor quality ‘boiler coal’ and used mostly for steamer boilers. This coal rush finished in 1870. Timber was also milled on site after the coal rush. The Lake Macquarie Council is undergoing extensive rehabilitation works to improve the area for recreation. For more information contact the Lake Macquarie Visitor Information Centre on (02) 4921 0740 More info.
Green Point Reserve Entrance (Dilkera Avenue, Valentine)
(0km) Int of Foreshore Track & Dilkera Ave Reserve Entrance → Rockyhigh Viewpoint
210 m
4 mins
7m
-8m
Moderate track
(0.21km) Rockyhigh Viewpoint → Int of Fore Shore AND Short Cut Tracks
120 m
2 mins
1m
-6m
Moderate track
(0.32km) Int of Fore Shore & Short Cut Tracks → Int of Fore Shore & Coast Tracks
90 m
2 mins
5m
-1m
Moderate track
(0.41km) Int of Fore Shore & Coast Tracks → Green Point
630 m
13 mins
15m
-22m
Hard track
Turn right: From the intersection[35], this walk follows the track towards Green Point[36] (and the water), while leaving the forest[37] directly behind you. This walk continues for about 60m, passing across grasslands[38] and towards a small clump of She Oak trees[39], until coming to the lake edge[40] and Green Point.
Green Point (on Lake Macquarie)
(1.04km) Green Point → Int of Green Point AND Zig Zag Tracks
250 m
5 mins
12m
-3m
Moderate track
Continue straight: From the intersection[49], this walk follows the track gently uphill into forest[50][51] and leaving Green Point directly behind you. This walk continues through forest[52] for about 160m, until coming to a three-way intersection[53] with a concrete footpath and ‘Walk Safe/Cycle Safe’ sign[54] (on the right).
(1.29km) Int of Green Point & Zig Zag Tracks → Int of Green Point Track & Leichhardt Trail
840 m
18 mins
44m
-13m
Moderate track
(2.13km) Int of Green Point Track & Leichhardt Trai → Int of Leichhardt Trail & Upper Leichhardt Track
380 m
8 mins
24m
-7m
Easy track
Continue straight: From this intersection[70], this walk follows the trail, while keeping houses[71] on your right and the valley on your left. This walk continues, undulating for 300m, until coming to a three-way intersection[72] (as the trail turns left), with a gently uphill track into houses (on the right).
(2.52km) Int of Leichhardt Trail & Upper Leichhardt Track → Int of Leichhardt Trail & Roma Track
440 m
9 mins
6m
-31m
Moderate track
(2.95km) Int of Leichhardt Trail & Roma Track → Int of Leichhardt Trail & Coast Track
130 m
3 mins
8m
-7m
Easy track
(3.08km) Int of Leichhardt Trail & Coast Track → Int of Fore Shore and Coast Tracks
300 m
6 mins
3m
-30m
Hard track
(3.38km) Int of Fore Shore & Coast Tracks → Int of Fore Shore & Short Cut Tracks
90 m
2 mins
1m
-5m
Moderate track
(3.47km) Int of Fore Shore & Short Cut Tracks → Int of Foreshore Track & Dilkera Ave Reserve Entrance
340 m
9 mins
19m
-13m
Moderate track
Turn left: From the intersection[110], this walk follows the footpath gently downhill, while keeping the ‘steep bike riding’ sign[111][112] and track initially on the left. This walk continues through forest for about 140m (with houses[113] on the right), until coming to a three-way intersection[114] with a track and ‘Welcome to Green Point Fore Shore Reserve’ sign[115][116] (on the left).
(3.47km) Int of Fore Shore AND Short Cut Tracks → Rockyhigh Viewpoint
120 m
2 mins
6m
-1m
Moderate track
(3.59km) Rockyhigh Viewpoint → Int of Foreshore Track & Dilkera Ave Reserve Entrance
210 m
4 mins
8m
-7m
Moderate track
Maps for the Northern Green Point Circuit walk
You can download the PDF for this walk to print a map.
These maps below cover the walk and the wider area around the walk, they are worth carrying for safety reasons.
Swansea | 1:25 000 Map Series | 92314N SWANSEA | NSW-92314N |
Lake Macquarie | 1:100 000 Map Series | 9231 LAKE MACQUARIE | 9231 |
Cross sectional view of the Northern Green Point Circuit bushwalking track
Analysis and summary of the altitude variation on the Northern Green Point Circuit
Overview of this walks grade – based on the AS 2156.1 – 2001
Under this standard, a walk is graded based on the most difficult section of the walk.
Length | 3.8 km | ||
Time | 1 hr 30 mins | ||
. | |||
Grade 4/6 Hard track |
AS 2156.1 | Gradient | Short steep hills (3/6) |
Quality of track | Formed track, with some branches and other obstacles (3/6) | ||
Signs | Minimal directional signs (4/6) | ||
Experience Required | Some bushwalking experience recommended (3/6) | ||
Weather | Weather generally has little impact on safety (1/6) | ||
Infrastructure | Limited facilities (such as cliffs not fenced, significant creeks not bridged) (4/6) |
Some more details of this walks Grading
Here is a bit more details explaining grading looking at sections of the walk
Gradient
2.8km of this walk has short steep hills and another 690m has gentle hills with occasional steps. The remaining (340m) is flat with no steps.
Quality of track
1.7km of this walk follows a formed track, with some branches and other obstacles and another 1.2km follows a clear and well formed track or trail. The remaining (920m) follows a smooth and hardened path.
Signs
1.8km of this walk is clearly signposted and another 1.2km has directional signs at most intersection. The remaining (850m) has minimal directional signs.
Experience Required
Around 3.5km of this walk requires no previous bushwalking experience, whilst the remaining 300m requires some bushwalking experience.
weather
This whole walk, 3.8km is not usually affected by severe weather events (that would unexpectedly impact safety and navigation).
Infrastructure
2.5km of this walk is close to useful facilities (such as fenced cliffs and seats) and another 950m has limited facilities (such as not all cliffs fenced). The remaining (300m) has limited facilities (such as cliffs not fenced, significant creeks not bridged).
Similar walks
A list of walks that share part of the track with the Northern Green Point Circuit walk.
Other Nearby walks
A list of walks that start near the Northern Green Point Circuit walk.
Plan your trip to and from the walk here
The Northern Green Point Circuit walk starts and ends at the Int of Foreshore Track & Dilkera Ave Reserve Entrance (gps: -33.013892, 151.62875)
Your transport options to Int of Foreshore Track & Dilkera Ave Reserve Entrance are by;
Bus. (get details)
Car. There is free parking available.
(get details)
Fire Danger
Each park may have its own fire ban, this rating is only valid for today and is based on information from the RFS Please check the RFS Website for more information.
Weather Forest
This walk starts in the Hunter weather district always check the formal BOM forecast or pdf before starting your walk.
Forecast snapshot
Park Information & Alerts
Comments
Short URL = http://wild.tl/ngpc
Gallery images
There are other downloads I am still working on.
You will probably need to login to access these — still all free.
* KML (google earth file)
* GPX (GPS file)
Special Maps/ brochures
* A3 topo maps
* PDF with Lands Topo map base
* PDF with arial image (and map overlay)
I wanted to get the main site live first, this extra stuff will come in time.
Happy walking
Matt 🙂
Green Point Circuit Walk
And Walk
Green Point Circuit Walk
3 hrs
269 m
Hard track
This walk visits all of the popular locations in Green Point Reserve, as well as some of the lesser-visited areas inland. Taking in Sea Eagle Park, Green Point and Rocky-high viewpoint on the foreshore and then travel inland through mostly eucalyptus forest to enjoy the views at Sea Eagle Lookout, before completing this circuit walk back to your starting point. A varied walk that gives the walker an excellent sense of what Green Point Reserve has to offer. This walk is thoroughly recommended.
Green Point Foreshore Reserve on Lake Macquarie
Historically, the Green Point area was involved in a coal rush from the 1860’s. This coal rush was spearheaded by the Cardiff Coal Company. Coal was proposed to be transported by barge to Threlkeld’s old wharf at Reid’s Mistake (Swansea Heads) for shipping to Sydney. However, the coal was poor quality ‘boiler coal’ and used mostly for steamer boilers. This coal rush finished in 1870. Timber was also milled on site after the coal rush. The Lake Macquarie Council is undergoing extensive rehabilitation works to improve the area for recreation. For more information contact the Lake Macquarie Visitor Information Centre on (02) 4921 0740 More info.
The Car Park (off The Shores Way, Green Point)
(0km) The Shores Way Car Park → Int of Foreshore Track AND Jetty Picnic Area
550 m
10 mins
10m
-13m
Moderate track
Turn right: From the intersection[10], this walk follows the shared concrete cycle/footpath gently downhill, while keeping the Shores Way car park[11] on your right and the water[12] on your left. This walk continues, undulating[13] for about 500m, until coming to the Jetty picnic area[14] on the right and jetty[15] on your left.
Jetty Picnic Area
(0.55km) Jetty Picnic Area (Green Point Foreshore Reserve) → Int of Foreshore Track & Sea Eagle Park
260 m
5 mins
9m
-6m
Easy track
Sea Eagle Park
(0.8km) Int of Foreshore Track & Sea Eagle Park → Int of Foreshore AND Green Point Drive Tracks
280 m
6 mins
17m
-4m
Moderate track
Continue straight: From the intersection[38][39], this walk follows the ‘Rainforest Boardwalk 1130m’ sign[40] and footpath gently downhill and keeping the ‘Getting about at Green Point’ sign[41] on your left. This walk continues, undulating for about 180m, until coming to a three-way intersection[42], with a gently downhill gravel track[43] on the right and the concrete footpath[44] continuing to the right.
(1.08km) Int of Foreshore & Green Point Drive Tracks → Green Point
750 m
14 mins
8m
-32m
Moderate track
Turn left: From the intersection[56], this walk follows the track towards Green Point[57] (and the water), while leaving the forest[58] directly behind you. This walk continues for about 60m, passing across grasslands[59] and towards a small clump of She Oak trees[60], until coming to the lake edge[61] and Green Point.
Green Point (on Lake Macquarie)
(1.83km) Green Point → Int of Fore Shore & Coast Tracks
630 m
13 mins
22m
-15m
Hard track
Turn left: From the intersection[70], this walk follows the track[71], while keeping the lake and water on your left. This walk continues for about 210m, then passes over a timber boardwalk[72] and bridge (with good views over the lake). Then this walk continues for about 160m through forest[73] before climbing gently up and down timber steps[74]. After a further 60m, this walk climbs gently up eroded timber steps[75], then after another 60m, comes to a track[76][77] (on the right) as you are walking down timber steps.
(2.46km) Int of Fore Shore & Coast Tracks → Int of Fore Shore & Short Cut Tracks
90 m
2 mins
1m
-5m
Moderate track
(2.55km) Int of Fore Shore AND Short Cut Tracks → Rockyhigh Viewpoint
120 m
2 mins
6m
-1m
Moderate track
(2.66km) Rockyhigh Viewpoint → Int of Foreshore Track & Dilkera Ave Reserve Entrance
210 m
4 mins
8m
-7m
Moderate track
Green Point Reserve Entrance (Dilkera Avenue, Valentine)
(2.87km) Int of Foreshore Track & Dilkera Ave Reserve Entrance → Int of Fore Shore & Short Cut Tracks
340 m
9 mins
13m
-19m
Moderate track
Turn right: From the intersection[109], this walk follows the track gently downhill[110], while leaving the concrete foot path and initially leaving the ‘steep bike riding’ sign[111] (on your left). This walk continues through forest[112] for about 180m, until coming to a three-way intersection[113] with a track and ‘Mangrove Seed Symbol’ timber posted sign[114] (on the right).
(3.21km) Int of Fore Shore & Short Cut Tracks → Int of Fore Shore & Coast Tracks
90 m
2 mins
5m
-1m
Moderate track
(3.3km) Int of Fore Shore and Coast Tracks → Int of Leichhardt Trail & Coast Track
300 m
6 mins
30m
-3m
Hard track
(3.61km) Int of Leichhardt Trail & Coast Track → Int of Leichhardt Trail & Roma Track
130 m
3 mins
7m
-8m
Easy track
(3.73km) Int of Leichhardt Trail & Roma Track → Int of Leichhardt Trail & Upper Leichhardt Track
440 m
9 mins
31m
-6m
Moderate track
(4.17km) Int of Leichhardt Trail & Upper Leichhardt Track → Int of Green Point Track & Leichhardt Trai
380 m
8 mins
7m
-24m
Easy track
Continue straight: From the intersection[151], this walk follows the ‘Green Point Fire Trail’ sign[152] and concrete footpath gently downhill. This walk then continues, with houses on the left, for about 70m until coming to a three-way intersection[153] with a trail[154] (on the left) and footpath[155] continuing into forest (on the right).
(4.55km) Int of Green Point Track & Leichhardt Trail → Int of Green Point & Zig Zag Tracks
840 m
18 mins
13m
-44m
Moderate track
(5.39km) Int of Green Point & Zig Zag Tracks → Int of Green Point Drive & Green Point Tracks
840 m
16 mins
47m
-10m
Very easy
(6.23km) Int of Green Point Drive & Green Point Tracks → Int of Lookout & Linkage Tracks
240 m
5 mins
9m
-9m
Easy track
Turn left: From the intersection[180][181], this walk follows the ‘Lookout’ sign[182] and footpath gently uphill. This walk continues through forest for about 80m to pass a picnic table[183] (on the right), until coming to a three-way intersection[184][185] with a track[186] (on the left and just before metal fencing[187].
(6.48km) Int of Lookout Track and Lookout Footpath → Upper Lookout (Sea Eagle Park)
50 m
1 mins
2m
-8m
Very easy
Sea Eagle Park Lookouts (lower, middle & upper)
(6.48km) Int of Lookout & Linkage Tracks → Int of The Shores Way & Crown St
870 m
17 mins
26m
-32m
Moderate track
Continue straight: From the intersection[208][209], this walk follows the track gently downhill, while initially keeping the faint track[210] (into grassland) on your left. This walk continues through forest (passing a leaf symbol post[211]) for about 100m, until coming down timber steps and coming to a four-way intersection[212][213], with Crown St and The Shores Way.
(7.35km) Int of The Shores Way AND Crown St → The Car Park (off The Shores Way, Green Point)
320 m
8 mins
0m
-29m
Very easy
Maps for the Green Point Circuit Walk walk
You can download the PDF for this walk to print a map.
These maps below cover the walk and the wider area around the walk, they are worth carrying for safety reasons.
Swansea | 1:25 000 Map Series | 92314N SWANSEA | NSW-92314N |
Lake Macquarie | 1:100 000 Map Series | 9231 LAKE MACQUARIE | 9231 |
Cross sectional view of the Green Point Circuit Walk bushwalking track
Analysis and summary of the altitude variation on the Green Point Circuit Walk
Overview of this walks grade – based on the AS 2156.1 – 2001
Under this standard, a walk is graded based on the most difficult section of the walk.
Length | 7.7 km | ||
Time | 3 hrs | ||
. | |||
Grade 4/6 Hard track |
AS 2156.1 | Gradient | Short steep hills (3/6) |
Quality of track | Formed track, with some branches and other obstacles (3/6) | ||
Signs | Minimal directional signs (4/6) | ||
Experience Required | Some bushwalking experience recommended (3/6) | ||
Weather | Weather generally has little impact on safety (1/6) | ||
Infrastructure | Limited facilities (such as cliffs not fenced, significant creeks not bridged) (4/6) |
Some more details of this walks Grading
Here is a bit more details explaining grading looking at sections of the walk
Gradient
3.2km of this walk has short steep hills and another 2.9km has gentle hills with occasional steps. The remaining (1.6km) is flat with no steps.
Quality of track
3.3km of this walk follows a smooth and hardened path and another 3.1km follows a formed track, with some branches and other obstacles. The remaining (1.3km) follows a clear and well formed track or trail.
Signs
3.7km of this walk is clearly signposted and another 3.2km has directional signs at most intersection. The remaining (850m) has minimal directional signs.
Experience Required
Around 7km of this walk requires no previous bushwalking experience, whilst the remaining 970m requires some bushwalking experience.
weather
This whole walk, 8km is not usually affected by severe weather events (that would unexpectedly impact safety and navigation).
Infrastructure
4.8km of this walk is close to useful facilities (such as fenced cliffs and seats) and another 2.6km has limited facilities (such as not all cliffs fenced). The remaining (300m) has limited facilities (such as cliffs not fenced, significant creeks not bridged).
Similar walks
A list of walks that share part of the track with the Green Point Circuit Walk walk.
Other Nearby walks
A list of walks that start near the Green Point Circuit Walk walk.
Plan your trip to and from the walk here
The Green Point Circuit Walk walk starts and ends at the The Shores Way Car Park (gps: -33.029923, 151.64209)
Your transport options to The Shores Way Car Park are by;
Bus. (get details)
Car. There is free parking available.
(get details)
Fire Danger
Each park may have its own fire ban, this rating is only valid for today and is based on information from the RFS Please check the RFS Website for more information.
Weather Forest
This walk starts in the Hunter weather district always check the formal BOM forecast or pdf before starting your walk.
Forecast snapshot
Park Information & Alerts
Comments
Short URL = http://wild.tl/gpcw
Gallery images
There are other downloads I am still working on.
You will probably need to login to access these — still all free.
* KML (google earth file)
* GPX (GPS file)
Special Maps/ brochures
* A3 topo maps
* PDF with Lands Topo map base
* PDF with arial image (and map overlay)
I wanted to get the main site live first, this extra stuff will come in time.
Happy walking
Matt 🙂
Rocky-high Circuit Walk
And Walk
Rocky-high Circuit Walk
30 mins
27 m
Moderate track
This short circuit walk offers elevated views over Lake Macquarie from Rocky-high Viewpoint. This walk offers pleasant walking beside Lake Macquarie, as well as on a quiet track inland through eucalyptus forest. If possible, complete this walk close to sunset to take advantage of the views across the lake. This local walk is recommended, with the highlight being the views from Rocky-high viewpoint.
Green Point Foreshore Reserve on Lake Macquarie
Historically, the Green Point area was involved in a coal rush from the 1860’s. This coal rush was spearheaded by the Cardiff Coal Company. Coal was proposed to be transported by barge to Threlkeld’s old wharf at Reid’s Mistake (Swansea Heads) for shipping to Sydney. However, the coal was poor quality ‘boiler coal’ and used mostly for steamer boilers. This coal rush finished in 1870. Timber was also milled on site after the coal rush. The Lake Macquarie Council is undergoing extensive rehabilitation works to improve the area for recreation. For more information contact the Lake Macquarie Visitor Information Centre on (02) 4921 0740 More info.
Green Point Reserve Entrance (Dilkera Avenue, Valentine)
(0km) Int of Foreshore Track & Dilkera Ave Reserve Entrance → Rockyhigh Viewpoint
210 m
4 mins
7m
-8m
Moderate track
(0.21km) Rockyhigh Viewpoint → Int of Fore Shore AND Short Cut Tracks
120 m
2 mins
1m
-6m
Moderate track
(0.32km) Int of Fore Shore & Short Cut Tracks → Int of Short Cut Track & Frederick St Footpath
190 m
5 mins
19m
0m
Moderate track
(0.51km) Int of Short Cut Track & Frederick St Footpath → Int of Foreshore Track & Dilkera Ave Reserve Entrance
160 m
4 mins
0m
-13m
Moderate track
Maps for the Rocky-high Circuit Walk walk
You can download the PDF for this walk to print a map.
These maps below cover the walk and the wider area around the walk, they are worth carrying for safety reasons.
Swansea | 1:25 000 Map Series | 92314N SWANSEA | NSW-92314N |
Lake Macquarie | 1:100 000 Map Series | 9231 LAKE MACQUARIE | 9231 |
Cross sectional view of the Rocky-high Circuit Walk bushwalking track
Analysis and summary of the altitude variation on the Rocky-high Circuit Walk
Overview of this walks grade – based on the AS 2156.1 – 2001
Under this standard, a walk is graded based on the most difficult section of the walk.
Length | 666 m | ||
Time | 30 mins | ||
. | |||
Grade 3/6 Moderate track |
AS 2156.1 | Gradient | Short steep hills (3/6) |
Quality of track | Formed track, with some branches and other obstacles (3/6) | ||
Signs | Directional signs along the way (3/6) | ||
Experience Required | No experience required (1/6) | ||
Weather | Weather generally has little impact on safety (1/6) | ||
Infrastructure | Limited facilities, not all cliffs are fenced (3/6) |
Some more details of this walks Grading
Here is a bit more details explaining grading looking at sections of the walk
Gradient
Around 340m of this walk has gentle hills with occasional steps, whilst the remaining 320m has short steep hills.
Quality of track
Around 510m of this walk follows a formed track, with some branches and other obstacles, whilst the remaining 160m follows a smooth and hardened path.
Signs
This whole walk, 670m has directional signs at most intersection.
Experience Required
This whole walk, 670m requires no previous bushwalking experience.
weather
This whole walk, 670m is not usually affected by severe weather events (that would unexpectedly impact safety and navigation).
Infrastructure
Around 360m of this walk is close to useful facilities (such as fenced cliffs and seats), whilst the remaining 300m has limited facilities (such as not all cliffs fenced).
Similar walks
A list of walks that share part of the track with the Rocky-high Circuit Walk walk.
Other Nearby walks
A list of walks that start near the Rocky-high Circuit Walk walk.
Plan your trip to and from the walk here
The Rocky-high Circuit Walk walk starts and ends at the Int of Foreshore Track & Dilkera Ave Reserve Entrance (gps: -33.013892, 151.62875)
Your transport options to Int of Foreshore Track & Dilkera Ave Reserve Entrance are by;
Bus. (get details)
Car. There is free parking available.
(get details)
Fire Danger
Each park may have its own fire ban, this rating is only valid for today and is based on information from the RFS Please check the RFS Website for more information.
Weather Forest
This walk starts in the Hunter weather district always check the formal BOM forecast or pdf before starting your walk.
Forecast snapshot
Park Information & Alerts
Comments
Short URL = http://wild.tl/rcw
Gallery images
There are other downloads I am still working on.
You will probably need to login to access these — still all free.
* KML (google earth file)
* GPX (GPS file)
Special Maps/ brochures
* A3 topo maps
* PDF with Lands Topo map base
* PDF with arial image (and map overlay)
I wanted to get the main site live first, this extra stuff will come in time.
Happy walking
Matt 🙂
The Lookout Circuit
And Walk
The Lookout Circuit
1 Hr
91 m
Moderate track
The Lookout Circuit is a classic Green Point reserve walk. This walk offers walkers plenty of picnic opportunities, elevated views over Lake Macquarie and travel through eucalyptus forest. There is also good historical and environmental interpretative signage along much of this walk. This recommended walk makes a lovely half day walk if a picnic is included and remember to keep a lookout for Sea Eagles.
Green Point Foreshore Reserve on Lake Macquarie
Historically, the Green Point area was involved in a coal rush from the 1860’s. This coal rush was spearheaded by the Cardiff Coal Company. Coal was proposed to be transported by barge to Threlkeld’s old wharf at Reid’s Mistake (Swansea Heads) for shipping to Sydney. However, the coal was poor quality ‘boiler coal’ and used mostly for steamer boilers. This coal rush finished in 1870. Timber was also milled on site after the coal rush. The Lake Macquarie Council is undergoing extensive rehabilitation works to improve the area for recreation. For more information contact the Lake Macquarie Visitor Information Centre on (02) 4921 0740 More info.
The Car Park (off The Shores Way, Green Point)
(0km) The Shores Way Car Park → Int of Foreshore Track AND Jetty Picnic Area
550 m
10 mins
10m
-13m
Moderate track
Turn right: From the intersection[10], this walk follows the shared concrete cycle/footpath gently downhill, while keeping the Shores Way car park[11] on your right and the water[12] on your left. This walk continues, undulating[13] for about 500m, until coming to the Jetty picnic area[14] on the right and jetty[15] on your left.
Jetty Picnic Area
(0.55km) Jetty Picnic Area (Green Point Foreshore Reserve) → Int of Foreshore Track & Sea Eagle Park
260 m
5 mins
9m
-6m
Easy track
Sea Eagle Park
(0.8km) Int of Foreshore Track & Sea Eagle Park → Int of Foreshore & Lookout Tracks
80 m
2 mins
6m
-1m
Moderate track
(0.89km) Int of Foreshore & Lookout Tracks → Lower Lookout (Sea Eagle Park)
110 m
2 mins
16m
0m
Moderate track
Sea Eagle Park Lookouts (lower, middle & upper)
(1km) Lower Lookout (Sea Eagle Park) → Middle Lookout (Sea Eagle Park)
100 m
3 mins
7m
-7m
Moderate track
(1.14km) Upper Lookout (Sea Eagle Park) → Int of Lookout Track and Lookout Footpath
50 m
1 mins
8m
-2m
Very easy
(1.19km) Int of Lookout & Linkage Tracks → Int of The Shores Way & Crown St
870 m
17 mins
26m
-32m
Moderate track
Continue straight: From the intersection[75][76], this walk follows the track gently downhill, while initially keeping the faint track[77] (into grassland) on your left. This walk continues through forest (passing a leaf symbol post[78]) for about 100m, until coming down timber steps and coming to a four-way intersection[79][80], with Crown St and The Shores Way.
(2.06km) Int of The Shores Way AND Crown St → The Car Park (off The Shores Way, Green Point)
320 m
8 mins
0m
-29m
Very easy
Maps for the The Lookout Circuit walk
You can download the PDF for this walk to print a map.
These maps below cover the walk and the wider area around the walk, they are worth carrying for safety reasons.
Swansea | 1:25 000 Map Series | 92314N SWANSEA | NSW-92314N |
Lake Macquarie | 1:100 000 Map Series | 9231 LAKE MACQUARIE | 9231 |
Cross sectional view of the The Lookout Circuit bushwalking track
Analysis and summary of the altitude variation on the The Lookout Circuit
Overview of this walks grade – based on the AS 2156.1 – 2001
Under this standard, a walk is graded based on the most difficult section of the walk.
Length | 2.4 km | ||
Time | 1 Hr | ||
. | |||
Grade 3/6 Moderate track |
AS 2156.1 | Gradient | Short steep hills (3/6) |
Quality of track | Formed track, with some branches and other obstacles (3/6) | ||
Signs | Directional signs along the way (3/6) | ||
Experience Required | Some bushwalking experience recommended (3/6) | ||
Weather | Weather generally has little impact on safety (1/6) | ||
Infrastructure | Limited facilities, not all cliffs are fenced (3/6) |
Some more details of this walks Grading
Here is a bit more details explaining grading looking at sections of the walk
Gradient
1.9km of this walk has gentle hills with occasional steps and another 390m is flat with no steps. The remaining (100m) has short steep hills.
Quality of track
1.1km of this walk follows a formed track, with some branches and other obstacles and another 1km follows a smooth and hardened path. The remaining (260m) follows a clear and well formed track or trail.
Signs
Around 1.5km of this walk has directional signs at most intersection, whilst the remaining 890m is clearly signposted.
Experience Required
Around 2.3km of this walk requires no previous bushwalking experience, whilst the remaining 100m requires some bushwalking experience.
weather
This whole walk, 2.4km is not usually affected by severe weather events (that would unexpectedly impact safety and navigation).
Infrastructure
Around 1.5km of this walk is close to useful facilities (such as fenced cliffs and seats), whilst the remaining 870m has limited facilities (such as not all cliffs fenced).
Similar walks
A list of walks that share part of the track with the The Lookout Circuit walk.
Other Nearby walks
A list of walks that start near the The Lookout Circuit walk.
Plan your trip to and from the walk here
The The Lookout Circuit walk starts and ends at the The Shores Way Car Park (gps: -33.029923, 151.64209)
Your transport options to The Shores Way Car Park are by;
Bus. (get details)
Car. There is free parking available.
(get details)
Fire Danger
Each park may have its own fire ban, this rating is only valid for today and is based on information from the RFS Please check the RFS Website for more information.
Weather Forest
This walk starts in the Hunter weather district always check the formal BOM forecast or pdf before starting your walk.
Forecast snapshot
Park Information & Alerts
Comments
Short URL = http://wild.tl/tlc
Gallery images
There are other downloads I am still working on.
You will probably need to login to access these — still all free.
* KML (google earth file)
* GPX (GPS file)
Special Maps/ brochures
* A3 topo maps
* PDF with Lands Topo map base
* PDF with arial image (and map overlay)
I wanted to get the main site live first, this extra stuff will come in time.
Happy walking
Matt 🙂
Leichhardt’s Green Point Walk
And Walk
Leichhardt’s Green Point Walk
1 Hr
84 m
Moderate track
This walk offers the shortest way of walking to Green Point. Starting from the elevated Leichhardt Road in Valentine, the walk descends through eucalyptus forest with some pleasant clearings on the way. Green Point is a great place for picnics and feels as if you can see the entire Lake Macquarie from the foreshore. A recommended walk.
Green Point Foreshore Reserve on Lake Macquarie
Historically, the Green Point area was involved in a coal rush from the 1860’s. This coal rush was spearheaded by the Cardiff Coal Company. Coal was proposed to be transported by barge to Threlkeld’s old wharf at Reid’s Mistake (Swansea Heads) for shipping to Sydney. However, the coal was poor quality ‘boiler coal’ and used mostly for steamer boilers. This coal rush finished in 1870. Timber was also milled on site after the coal rush. The Lake Macquarie Council is undergoing extensive rehabilitation works to improve the area for recreation. For more information contact the Lake Macquarie Visitor Information Centre on (02) 4921 0740 More info.
(0km) Int of Leichhardt Track & Leichhardt Road → Int of Leichhardt Trail & Leichhardt Track
60 m
2 mins
0m
-7m
Easy track
(0.06km) Int of Leichhardt Trail & Leichhardt Track → Int of Green Point Track & Leichhardt Trai
80 m
1 mins
4m
-1m
Easy track
(0.13km) Int of Green Point Track & Leichhardt Trail → Int of Green Point & Zig Zag Tracks
840 m
18 mins
13m
-44m
Moderate track
(0.97km) Int of Green Point AND Zig Zag Tracks → Green Point (Four Way Intersection)
160 m
3 mins
3m
-6m
Moderate track
(1.14km) Green Point (Four Way Intersection) → Green Point
90 m
2 mins
0m
-6m
Moderate track
Green Point (on Lake Macquarie)
Maps for the Leichhardt’s Green Point Walk walk
You can download the PDF for this walk to print a map.
These maps below cover the walk and the wider area around the walk, they are worth carrying for safety reasons.
Swansea | 1:25 000 Map Series | 92314N SWANSEA | NSW-92314N |
Lake Macquarie | 1:100 000 Map Series | 9231 LAKE MACQUARIE | 9231 |
Cross sectional view of the Leichhardt’s Green Point Walk bushwalking track
Analysis and summary of the altitude variation on the Leichhardt’s Green Point Walk
Overview of this walks grade – based on the AS 2156.1 – 2001
Under this standard, a walk is graded based on the most difficult section of the walk.
Length | 2.4 km | ||
Time | 1 Hr | ||
. | |||
Grade 3/6 Moderate track |
AS 2156.1 | Gradient | Short steep hills (3/6) |
Quality of track | Clear and well formed track or trail (2/6) | ||
Signs | Directional signs along the way (3/6) | ||
Experience Required | No experience required (1/6) | ||
Weather | Weather generally has little impact on safety (1/6) | ||
Infrastructure | Generally useful facilities (such as fenced cliffs and seats) (1/6) |
Some more details of this walks Grading
Here is a bit more details explaining grading looking at sections of the walk
Gradient
840m of this walk has short steep hills and another 250m is flat with no steps. The remaining (130m) has gentle hills with occasional steps.
Quality of track
Around 970m of this walk follows a smooth and hardened path, whilst the remaining 250m follows a clear and well formed track or trail.
Signs
Around 970m of this walk is clearly signposted, whilst the remaining 250m has directional signs at most intersection.
Experience Required
This whole walk, 1.2km requires no previous bushwalking experience.
weather
This whole walk, 1.2km is not usually affected by severe weather events (that would unexpectedly impact safety and navigation).
Infrastructure
This whole walk, 1.2km is close to useful facilities (such as fenced cliffs and seats).
Similar walks
A list of walks that share part of the track with the Leichhardt’s Green Point Walk walk.
Other Nearby walks
A list of walks that start near the Leichhardt’s Green Point Walk walk.
Plan your trip to and from the walk here
The Leichhardt’s Green Point Walk walk starts and ends at the Int of Leichhardt Track & Leichhardt Road (gps: -33.017445, 151.6353)
Your transport options to Int of Leichhardt Track & Leichhardt Road are by;
Bus. (get details)
Car. There is free parking available.
(get details)
Fire Danger
Each park may have its own fire ban, this rating is only valid for today and is based on information from the RFS Please check the RFS Website for more information.
Weather Forest
This walk starts in the Hunter weather district always check the formal BOM forecast or pdf before starting your walk.
Forecast snapshot
Park Information & Alerts
Comments
Short URL = http://wild.tl/lgpw
Gallery images
There are other downloads I am still working on.
You will probably need to login to access these — still all free.
* KML (google earth file)
* GPX (GPS file)
Special Maps/ brochures
* A3 topo maps
* PDF with Lands Topo map base
* PDF with arial image (and map overlay)
I wanted to get the main site live first, this extra stuff will come in time.
Happy walking
Matt 🙂
The Foreshore Walk
And Walk
The Foreshore Walk
1 hr 15 mins
81 m
Hard track
This walk traverses the coastline of the Green Point reserve. By following a variety of tracks and occasionally traveling inland through eucalyptus forest, this walk visits both Jetty and Sea Eagle picnic areas, Green Point itself and Rocky-high viewpoint. When looking into the waters of Lake Macquarie, keep a lookout for sea grass meadows and historical middens under the water. A thoroughly recommended walk, which will possibly require a car shuffle at the start of the walk.
Green Point Foreshore Reserve on Lake Macquarie
Historically, the Green Point area was involved in a coal rush from the 1860’s. This coal rush was spearheaded by the Cardiff Coal Company. Coal was proposed to be transported by barge to Threlkeld’s old wharf at Reid’s Mistake (Swansea Heads) for shipping to Sydney. However, the coal was poor quality ‘boiler coal’ and used mostly for steamer boilers. This coal rush finished in 1870. Timber was also milled on site after the coal rush. The Lake Macquarie Council is undergoing extensive rehabilitation works to improve the area for recreation. For more information contact the Lake Macquarie Visitor Information Centre on (02) 4921 0740 More info.
The Car Park (off The Shores Way, Green Point)
(0km) The Shores Way Car Park → Int of Foreshore Track AND Jetty Picnic Area
550 m
10 mins
10m
-13m
Moderate track
Turn right: From the intersection[10], this walk follows the shared concrete cycle/footpath gently downhill, while keeping the Shores Way car park[11] on your right and the water[12] on your left. This walk continues, undulating[13] for about 500m, until coming to the Jetty picnic area[14] on the right and jetty[15] on your left.
Jetty Picnic Area
(0.55km) Jetty Picnic Area (Green Point Foreshore Reserve) → Int of Foreshore Track & Sea Eagle Park
260 m
5 mins
9m
-6m
Easy track
Sea Eagle Park
(0.8km) Int of Foreshore Track & Sea Eagle Park → Int of Foreshore & Lookout Tracks
80 m
2 mins
6m
-1m
Moderate track
(0.89km) Int of Foreshore & Lookout Tracks → Lower Lookout (Sea Eagle Park)
110 m
2 mins
16m
0m
Moderate track
Sea Eagle Park Lookouts (lower, middle & upper)
(0.89km) Int of Foreshore AND Lookout Tracks → Int of Foreshore AND Green Point Drive Tracks
190 m
4 mins
11m
-3m
Easy track
(1.08km) Int of Foreshore & Green Point Drive Tracks → Green Point
750 m
14 mins
8m
-32m
Moderate track
Turn left: From the intersection[67], this walk follows the track towards Green Point[68] (and the water), while leaving the forest[69] directly behind you. This walk continues for about 60m, passing across grasslands[70] and towards a small clump of She Oak trees[71], until coming to the lake edge[72] and Green Point.
Green Point (on Lake Macquarie)
(1.83km) Green Point → Int of Fore Shore & Coast Tracks
630 m
13 mins
22m
-15m
Hard track
Turn left: From the intersection[81], this walk follows the track[82], while keeping the lake and water on your left. This walk continues for about 210m, then passes over a timber boardwalk[83] and bridge (with good views over the lake). Then this walk continues for about 160m through forest[84] before climbing gently up and down timber steps[85]. After a further 60m, this walk climbs gently up eroded timber steps[86], then after another 60m, comes to a track[87][88] (on the right) as you are walking down timber steps.
(2.46km) Int of Fore Shore & Coast Tracks → Int of Fore Shore & Short Cut Tracks
90 m
2 mins
1m
-5m
Moderate track
(2.55km) Int of Fore Shore AND Short Cut Tracks → Rockyhigh Viewpoint
120 m
2 mins
6m
-1m
Moderate track
(2.66km) Rockyhigh Viewpoint → Int of Foreshore Track & Dilkera Ave Reserve Entrance
210 m
4 mins
8m
-7m
Moderate track
Green Point Reserve Entrance (Dilkera Avenue, Valentine)
Maps for the The Foreshore Walk walk
You can download the PDF for this walk to print a map.
These maps below cover the walk and the wider area around the walk, they are worth carrying for safety reasons.
Swansea | 1:25 000 Map Series | 92314N SWANSEA | NSW-92314N |
Lake Macquarie | 1:100 000 Map Series | 9231 LAKE MACQUARIE | 9231 |
Cross sectional view of the The Foreshore Walk bushwalking track
Analysis and summary of the altitude variation on the The Foreshore Walk
Overview of this walks grade – based on the AS 2156.1 – 2001
Under this standard, a walk is graded based on the most difficult section of the walk.
Length | 2.9 km | ||
Time | 1 hr 15 mins | ||
. | |||
Grade 4/6 Hard track |
AS 2156.1 | Gradient | Short steep hills (3/6) |
Quality of track | Formed track, with some branches and other obstacles (3/6) | ||
Signs | Minimal directional signs (4/6) | ||
Experience Required | Some bushwalking experience recommended (3/6) | ||
Weather | Weather generally has little impact on safety (1/6) | ||
Infrastructure | Limited facilities, not all cliffs are fenced (3/6) |
Some more details of this walks Grading
Here is a bit more details explaining grading looking at sections of the walk
Gradient
1.5km of this walk has short steep hills and another 1.1km has gentle hills with occasional steps. The remaining (190m) is flat with no steps.
Quality of track
1.6km of this walk follows a formed track, with some branches and other obstacles and another 820m follows a smooth and hardened path. The remaining (430m) follows a clear and well formed track or trail.
Signs
1.9km of this walk has directional signs at most intersection and another 540m has minimal directional signs. The remaining (470m) is clearly signposted.
Experience Required
Around 2.2km of this walk requires no previous bushwalking experience, whilst the remaining 660m requires some bushwalking experience.
weather
This whole walk, 2.9km is not usually affected by severe weather events (that would unexpectedly impact safety and navigation).
Infrastructure
Around 1.5km of this walk is close to useful facilities (such as fenced cliffs and seats), whilst the remaining 1.4km has limited facilities (such as not all cliffs fenced).
Similar walks
A list of walks that share part of the track with the The Foreshore Walk walk.
Other Nearby walks
A list of walks that start near the The Foreshore Walk walk.
Plan your trip to and from the walk here
The The Foreshore Walk walk starts at the The Shores Way Car Park (gps: -33.029923, 151.64209)
Your transport options to The Shores Way Car Park are by;
Bus. (get details)
Car. There is free parking available.
(get details)
The The Foreshore Walk ends at the Int of Foreshore Track & Dilkera Ave Reserve Entrance (gps: -33.013892, 151.62875)
Your transport options to Int of Foreshore Track & Dilkera Ave Reserve Entrance are by;
Bus. (get details)
Car. There is free parking available.
(get details)
Fire Danger
Each park may have its own fire ban, this rating is only valid for today and is based on information from the RFS Please check the RFS Website for more information.
Weather Forest
This walk starts in the Hunter weather district always check the formal BOM forecast or pdf before starting your walk.
Forecast snapshot
Park Information & Alerts
Comments
Short URL = http://wild.tl/tfw
Gallery images
There are other downloads I am still working on.
You will probably need to login to access these — still all free.
* KML (google earth file)
* GPX (GPS file)
Special Maps/ brochures
* A3 topo maps
* PDF with Lands Topo map base
* PDF with arial image (and map overlay)
I wanted to get the main site live first, this extra stuff will come in time.
Happy walking
Matt 🙂
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