Banks-Solander track is a 700m, grade 2 hike located in the Kamay Botany Bay National Park, New South Wales. The hike should take around 35 mins to complete.
Hike summary
Banks-Solander track highlights the important botanical value of Kamay Botany Bay National Park.
Many of Australia's plants were first collected and described in the area by Cook's botanists, Joseph Banks and Daniel Solander, in 1770. The track features informative panels showcasing numerous plant types that fascinated Banks and Solander more than 240 years ago.
Starting at the Kurnell Visitor Centre, this well-maintained track offers an easy 700m walk past eucalypts, banksias and ferns.
Banks-Solander track is a self-guided walk, so you can take as long as you like to complete it. It branches off from Yena trail, so continue on if you prefer a longer walk.
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Tips
Banks-Solander track links to Cape Baily track and Yena trail if you feel like a longer walk.
Visit NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service for more information on this trail.
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Location
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Getting there
Banks-Solander track starts at Kurnell Visitor Centre in the Kurnell precinct of Kamay Botany Bay National Park. To get there:Follow Captain Cook Drive towards KurnellAt the T intersection turn left and take the next right in to Cape Solander DriveThe visitor centre is on the left a short way after entering the park Parking Parking is available at Kurnell Visitor Centre, including several designated disabled parking spots.
Let someone know before you go
It’s a good idea to let someone know where you’re going. Fill in a trip intention form to send important details about your trip to your emergency contact. If you are lost or require help and have phone reception, call 000 and ask for police. The international standard emergency number is 112, if you dial this number in Australia you will be treated exactly the same as a 000 call. If you believe your life is at risk, activate your personal locator beacon (PLB), then make your position visible to rescue teams and keep warm and dry.
About the region
Kurnell area of Kamay Botany Bay National Park in the Sydney and surrounds region
7am-7.30pm August to May. 7am-5.30pm June to July. Areas may have to close at times due to poor weather or fire danger.
Monday to Friday, 10am to 3.30pm. Saturday, Sunday and public holidays, 9.30am to 4pm. Closed Christmas holiday.
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Acknowledgement of Country
Trail Hiking Australia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the lands on which we hike and pay respects to their Elders, past and present, and we acknowledge the First Nations people of other communities who may be here today.