The Hungry Point Cliff Top Walk is a scenic extension of the Cronulla Esplanade Walk and offers a rewarding place to slow down and take in the surroundings. It is an easy 1 kilometre walk, graded at level 2, and usually takes around 45 minutes to complete at a relaxed pace. From the clifftop, the waters of Port Hacking spread out below, with views across to Bundeena and Maianbar and the forested ridgelines of the Royal National Park forming the southern horizon. It is a place that encourages you to pause, watch the movement on the water, and appreciate the meeting of bush, rock, and sea.
Located in the Sutherland Shire, the walk traces the rugged coastline of Hungry Point Reserve at the southern end of Cronulla. It links directly with the Esplanade, creating a longer coastal route that follows the edge of the peninsula and gradually reveals new perspectives across Port Hacking. This connection makes it easy to include as part of a broader coastal walk or to enjoy as a short outing on its own.
The elevated path is a suspended boardwalk that sits lightly within the landscape. Access is straightforward, whether you enter through Hungry Point Reserve, from Cowra Place, or by following the Esplanade west from Salmon Haul Reserve. The raised design keeps the walk comfortable underfoot while allowing vegetation to thrive beneath and around it.
Along the way, there is seating, interpretive signage, and an accessible viewing platform that adds context to the setting and invites visitors to linger. Ongoing bush regeneration has strengthened the environmental value of the reserve, and the area carries deep cultural significance as part of the lands of the Dharawal people. Hungry Point Reserve is also home to the Marine Rescue NSW headquarters, reinforcing the strong connection between this place and the water.
As you reach the viewing platform at the southern tip of the Cronulla Peninsula, the sense of arrival is clear. This is where the coastal walkway comes to a natural conclusion, offering a quiet spot to rest and take in the broad sweep of Port Hacking once more. It is an ideal place to pause before retracing your steps, with views that reward the walk and linger long after you leave.
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A Gentle Introduction to Inclines: Grade 2 on the
AWTGS represents easy walking tracks that offer a slightly more challenging experience compared to Grade 1. Similar to Grade 1, no prior bushwalking experience is required. The track surface is typically hardened or compacted and may have gentle hill sections or occasional steps. The total distance of a Grade 2 walk is typically no greater than 10 kilometers. These walks are still suitable for families with a bit more experience or those seeking a gentle introduction to some inclines.
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Getting to the trailhead: Cronulla Peninsula.
Hungry Point Reserve is located at the southern end of Cronulla in the Sutherland Shire. The elevated walkway can be accessed directly from Cowra Place or by following the Esplanade west from Salmon Haul Reserve. The level, all weather surface makes access straightforward and provides open views across the entrance to Port Hacking as you make your way along the clifftop.
Public parking is available near Cronulla Esplanade and within Hungry Point Reserve, with cafes, shops, and public amenities close by in Cronulla. If you are arriving by train, Cronulla Station is within easy walking distance of the Esplanade, making this walk well suited to public transport as well as car based trips.
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Nearby towns: Banksia, Bexley, Brighton-Le-Sands, Caringbah, Carlton, Cronulla, Hurstville, Kogarah, Kurnell, Kyeemagh, La Perouse, Mascot, Miranda, Ramsgate, Rockdale, Sans Souci, Sydney, Sylvania, Woolooware
Cronulla sits on the southern edge of Sydney, forming part of the Sutherland Shire and offering a relaxed coastal lifestyle that feels distinct from the inner city. Known for its long surf beaches, open headlands, and sheltered bays, the area balances natural beauty with everyday convenience. Cafes, surf clubs, coastal parks, and a strong local community give the region an easygoing feel that reflects its strong connection to the ocean.
The coastline around Cronulla is varied and engaging, with energetic surf beaches facing the Tasman Sea and calmer waters along Gunnamatta Bay and Port Hacking. This mix supports everything from swimming and surfing to kayaking and shoreline walking. Rock pools, ocean baths, and grassy reserves are woven through the suburb, making it easy to spend time outdoors without travelling far from home.
Just inland, the region is framed by bushland and waterways, with Royal National Park beginning only a short drive away. This close proximity to one of the world’s oldest national parks adds another layer to the area’s appeal, offering walking tracks, sandstone escarpments, and quiet forested valleys. Together, the coast and bush shape a region that feels open, active, and closely tied to its natural surroundings.
Looking for more walks in or near Cronulla Peninsula? Try these trails with a similar difficulty grade.
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