Length: 5.3km
Duration: 2 hrs
Grade: 4
Style: One way
Start: Max Allen Rd, Lindfield
End: Riverside Dr, Macquarie Park

Location: Lane Cove National Park
Closest Town: Ryde
Distance from CBD: 16.0 km
State: NSW
Latitude: -33.7907151
Longitude: 151.1560338

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Riverside Walk is a 5.3km, grade 4 One way hike located in Lane Cove National Park, New South Wales. The hike should take approximately 2 hrs to complete.

Hike Summary

This walk is a lovely stroll along one side of the Lane Cove River. The walk passes through many picnic areas providing plenty of options for rests and food breaks (some having BBQ's). This walk is also good for taking a Frisbee or a ball along for the kids.

Download maps and tracknotes for Riverside Walk hiking track from wildwalks.com.

About the region

Lane Cove National Park
Not far from Sydney's city centre, is the perfect place for a family day out or school excursion. Explore historic sites along the Heritage walk or enjoy a picnic, canoe or go birdwatching.

Lane Cove National Park is a beautiful pocket of bushland that sits on either side of the peaceful Lane Cove River. It’s in easy reach for Sydneysiders, extending from East Ryde to Pennant Hills and West Chatswood.

It’s a great place for a day out with the family; there are lots of picnic areas to choose from, including those that offer picnic tables, barbecues, children’s play equipment, flat grassy areas and easy access to walking tracks and places to ride your bike. Whatever activities you fancy, you’re bound to find a perfect place to picnic for the day.