
Great North walk - Brisbane Water National Park

Park alerts
Brisbane Water National Park
5 current alerts · Checked 14 Oct 2026, 3:05 am
- Closed areas
Warrah Trig Road closed to vehicles
Warrah Trig Road is closed to vehicles due to an increase in illegal activities throughout the area.
The road will remain closed until investigations are completed and further recommendations are made.
The road is open to pedestrians and cyclists.
Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
About
Built in 1988 to celebrate Australia’s bicentennial year, Great North walk is a 250 kilometre bushwalking track linking the Sydney CBD with the Hunter Valley and Newcastle. The track passes through a number of national parks, including Brisbane Water National Park (for 34 kilometre), and is undoubtedly one of the best walks in NSW. The walk offers something for everyone. If you’re walking with children you can choose an easy section of the track, and if you’re feeling energetic you can choose an overnight walk, or a more challenging section to hike. Whichever way you choose to walk this iconic track, you will definitely enjoy spectacular views, a scenic landscape and the sounds of native birds and wildlife.
The walk at a glance
Brisbane Water National Park · Sydney and surrounds
You’ll find the Wondabyne to Patonga and Patonga to Pearl Beach parts of the iconic Great North walk in Brisbane Water National Park. Take a short walk or overnight hike.
- Difficulty
- Grade 5 · Very hard
- Distance
- 38km one-way
- Time
- 1 - 3 days
- Entry
- Park entry fees apply
What to bring
- First aid kit
- Space blanket
- Personal locator beacon
- Topographic map
- Gps
- Spare batteries
- Portable phone charger
- Drinking water
- Sturdy shoes
- Snacks
- Hat
- Sunscreen
- Clothes for all weather conditions
- Compass
Plan your walk
Access, facilities and practical details.
Frequently asked questions
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Reviews & Ratings
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Get in touch
Website
Visit websiteGirrakool office
02 4320 4200npws.centralcoast@environment.nsw.gov.au59 Girrakool Rd, Somersby, NSW 2250
Monday to Friday, hours vary
Where you'll be
Girrakool Road
Somersby NSW 2250









