Lane Cove National Park features some amazing bush walks. Walking along the tracks you
can come across wildlife such as lizards and birds and some of the paths will
take you down to the river (don’t swim in it though.)
It doesn't even feel like exercise, but it is a great leg work out and depending on your pace, awesome cardio. The rocky terrain makes it an enjoyable and dynamic work out.
Worried about getting lost?
The paths are clear, and if you remain on a path you will pop out on the street somewhere along the line!
How do you get there?
It’s a short drive from Macquarie University;
If you don’t drive, hop onto the 565 bus from Macquarie
University which will take you right to
the area, ask the driver to let you know when you are on Terrace Road and hop
off there.
It is a short walk to a clearing on the corner of Terrace
and Blaxland where two bush walks start. One takes you down to the Blue Lagoon;
a spot where the river trickles through some rocks at the base of a rocky bill.
It’s great fun but be careful not to
slip. The other path takes you right through the bush, you will walk under some
over-hanging rock and see great views of the park from some high points. You
can follow this walk to a number of spots, but a good exit point is the oval at
the end of Fiddens Wharf Road.
The walk is one of my favorite things
to do - it is so relaxing and enjoyable! It really feels like you are in a different world, which takes you away from technology, cars and the hustle of university.
A few tips:
- Do not bring your dogs! There’s fox bait placed throughout the Park and this is dangerous for dogs.
- Do bring a bottle of water - you don’t want to be stuck in the middle of the park thirsty.
- Follow the path, don’t stray from it, for your own safety.
- Bring your mobile fully charged in case of an emergency.
Until next time!
Devon.
Devon.
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