Western Escarpment Walking Track - Malabar Headland National Park

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Malabar Headland National Park Western Escarpment Walking Track. Credit: OEH NSW
Malabar Headland National Park Western Escarpment Walking Track. Credit: OEH NSW
Malabar Headland National Park Western Escarpment Walking Track. Credit: OEH NSW
Malabar Headland National Park Western Escarpment Walking Track. Credit: OEH NSW
MalabarHeadland National Park Western Escarpment Walking Track. Credit: OEH NSW
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Malabar Headland National Park

2 current alerts · Checked 13 Oct 2026, 11:05 am

Official alerts
  • Elsewhere in the parkClosed areas

    Artillery Track Closed

    The Artillery Track of Malabar Headland National Park is closed due to safety concerns.

    This closure is necessary to ensure the safety of visitors while we assess and address potential hazards.

    Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.

About

Get back to nature on Western Escarpment walking track in Sydney's Malabar Headland National Park, near Maroubra.

This short 1.15 kilometre walking track links to the Boora Point Walking Track and provides a direct connection between South Maroubra Beach and Malabar Beach.

Boasting an abundance of bird life, wildflowers and coastal views, you can also spot migrating Humpback Whales or Seals during June and July.

Western Escarpment Walking Track offers a year-round alternative to Boora Point Walking Track, which closes when ANZAC Rifle Range is in use.

The walk at a glance

Part of Malabar Headland National Park

Malabar Headland National Park · Sydney and surrounds

Get back to nature on Western Escarpment walking track in Sydney's Malabar Headland National Park, near Maroubra. This short track through native heath boasts coastal views, bird life and wildflowers.

Difficulty
Grade 3 · Moderate
Distance
1km one-way
Time
20 - 30min
Accessibility
No wheelchair access

What to bring

  • Hat
  • Sunscreen
  • Drinking water

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Phone

029337 5511

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Where you'll be

Malabar Headland National Park

Malabar NSW 2036

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