Great North walk - Brisbane Water National Park

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Great North walk - Brisbane Water National Park
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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.

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

7 questions

Get in touch

Girrakool office

02 4320 4200npws.centralcoast@environment.nsw.gov.au

59 Girrakool Rd, Somersby, NSW 2250

Monday to Friday, hours vary

Where you'll be

Girrakool Road

Somersby NSW 2250