The Basin Track and Mackerel Track (5.9km), Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park, New South Wales

The Basin Track and Mackerel Track is a 5.9km, grade 4 hike located in the Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park, New South Wales. The hike should take around 3 hrs to complete.

Length: 5.9km

Duration: 3 hrs

Grade: 4

Style: Circuit

Start: W Head Rd

End: W Head Rd

Location: Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park

Closest town: Ku-Ring-Gai Chase

New South Wales

From state capital: 46.4km

Longitude: 151.2822238

Latitude: -33.59009873

Hike summary

This walk is a great way to see some popular areas in Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park. The walk from West Head Rd travels to The Basin campsite and the ferry takes you over to Mackerel Beach. Before returning to West Head Rd the walk also gives the option to head down to Currawong Beach. There is plenty to do at the beach with swimming and picnic areas and clearings for other games.

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Located in Sydney's north, Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park combines important history with scenic beauty, making it perfect for school excursions. Bobbin Head is a great place for a family picnic, and parts of the park are ideal for cycling, fishing and bushwalking.

Australia's second-oldest national park, Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park is a recreational favourite for locals and visitors alike. This large park, located in Sydney's north, lets you feel at one with nature without leaving the Sydney metropolitan area. A heritage-listed park, it combines important history with scenic beauty.

Winding creeks and stretches of ocean meet rainforest and eucalypts, rocky cliffs and mangroves. Camp at The Basin or spend your time exploring walking tracks, mountain biking trails, breathtaking lookouts and significant Aboriginal sites. You'll still have plenty of time to discover its marinas, cafes, kiosks and well-equipped picnic areas."

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