Berowra Valley National Park

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View over Berowra Valley from Barnetts lookout. Photo: John Yurasek © DPIE
Barnetts lookout picnic table and children's play area. Photo: John Yurasek © DPIE
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Berowra Valley National Park

1 current alert · Checked 13 Oct 2026, 2:05 pm

Official alerts
  • Safety alertsUntil 30 June 2027

    Swimming safety in Berowra Valley National Park

    Swimming is not advisable in Berowra Creek at certain times as the water may be subject to variable pollution levels and algal blooms. Please refer to the Hornsby Shire Council website before swimming in Berowra Creek. Alternatively you can call the Hornsby Council 24 hour information line on 9847 6666 or the Algal information line on 1800 999 457.

    Swimming at Fishponds is not advised at any time due to heavy water pollution.

    Penalties apply for non-compliance.For more information, contact the NPWS Chatswood area office on 02 8448 0400 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.

About

This large park occupies the beautiful bushland valley between the suburbs of Hornsby Heights, Thornleigh, Galston, Pennant Hills and Cherrybrook, reaching up to the quiet waters of Berowra Creek.

Covering a 25km stretch of the Great North walk, the park offers more than 70km of walking tracks and fire trails. If you'd rather enjoy nature at a slower pace, enjoy a picnic or barbecue at Crosslands Reserve, so close to the suburbs and yet so far from the speed of daily life. Berowra Creek is a great spot for some canoeing or kayaking, and there are some good places to dangle your line overboard - you might be lucky enough to catch some lunch.

The park at a glance

Join the Great North walk, mess about on a boat, have a barbecue or enjoy scenic views from one of the lookouts in Berowra Valley National Park, just north of Sydney.

This large park occupies the beautiful bushland valley between the suburbs of Hornsby Heights, Thornleigh, Galston, Pennant Hills and Cherrybrook, reaching up to the quiet waters of Berowra Creek.

Covering a 25km stretch of the Great North walk, the park offers more than 70km of walking tracks and fire trails. If you’d rather enjoy nature at a slower pace, enjoy a picnic or barbecue at Crosslands Reserve, so close to the suburbs and yet so far from the speed of daily life. Berowra Creek is a great spot for some canoeing or kayaking, and there are some good places to dangle your line overboard - you might be lucky enough to catch some lunch.

Walks
2
Lookouts
1

Plan your visit

Access, facilities and practical details.

Best times to visit

Spring

Enjoy the spring wildflowers and take on the challenge of the Great North walk before the weather gets too warm

Summer

Swim in Berowra creek in the warmer months - remember safety precautions around waterways

Winter

Winter is generally great for bushwalking in the Sydney region but bring warm gear if youre camping - nights can be cold in the bush

Places to discover

Stay, explore and relax across the park.

1 places

Lookouts (1)

Walks in this park

2 walks

Plants and animals

4 species

Animals

  • Kookaburra (Dacelo novaeguineae)
  • Superb lyrebird (Menura novaehollandiae)
  • Swamp wallaby (Wallabia bicolor)

Plants

  • Old man banksia (Banksia serrata)

Protected species listed by NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service.

Frequently asked questions

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Before you go

Opening

Always open

Nearby towns

Hornsby (3 km) · Parramatta (17 km) · Sydney City Centre (39 km)

Get in touch

Phone

1300 072 757

Email

parks.info@environment.nsw.gov.au

Website

Visit website

Bobbin Head Visitor Centre

02 9472 8949bobbin.head@environment.nsw.gov.au

688 Ku-ring-gai Chase Road, Mount Colah, NSW 2079

10am to 4pm daily; 9am to 4pm during summer school holidays, closed 12pm-12:30pm; Closed Christmas Day

Where you'll be

Hornsby Heights NSW 2077

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