South Head Tour (4.1km), Watsons Bay, New South Wales

South Head Tour is a 4.1km, grade 4 hike located in the Watsons Bay, New South Wales. The hike should take around 1.5 hrs to complete.

Length: 4.1km

Duration: 1.5 hrs

Grade: 4

Style: Circuit

Start: 36 Marine Parade

End: 36 Marine Parade

Location: Watsons Bay

Closest town: Watsons Bay

New South Wales

From state capital: 12.6km

Longitude: 151.2818351

Latitude: -33.84331552

Hike summary

On this walk you will explore historically significant and majestic sections on the tip of Sydney Harbour's South Head. Explore the confronting sea cliffs at The Gap visit the first landing place for Europeans in Australia and climb through some of Sydney Harbour's military defense systems. You will also enjoy great views from Hornby Lighthouse and there are a few chances to grab a drink or a bight to eat along the way.

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Acknowledgement of Country

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Erin OBrien Millar

Karen Cold Ethyl Broczek! This is what we were talking about the other day!

24/03/2022, 05:14

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