Blue Gum Walk
Berowra Valley National Park, New South Wales, Australia
Out-and-back trail in Berowra Valley National Park, New South Wales, Australia. Hiking.
- Distance
- 5 mi (8 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 1,234 ft (376 m)
- Est. Time
- 2 hr 15 min
- High point
- 594 ft (181 m)
- Difficulty
- Hard
- Route type
- Out & back
Features
Along the way
- Cave 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from start
- Viewpoint: Fishponds Lookout 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from start
- Viewpoint 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from start
- Shelter 4.3 mi (7 km) from start
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Questions about Blue Gum Walk
How long is Blue Gum Walk?
Blue Gum Walk is 5 mi (8 km) long. Most people take about 2 hr 15 min. It climbs 1,234 ft (376 m) in total, up to a high point of 594 ft (181 m).
How hard is Blue Gum Walk?
GoTrails rates it Hard, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Blue Gum Walk?
Parking at the far end. 1 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on Blue Gum Walk?
Drinking water on the way at 4.3 mi (6.9 km). Toilets: Trailhead.
Is Blue Gum Walk shaded?
Mostly shaded (100% under trees).
What can you do on Blue Gum Walk?
Best for Hiking.
Where can you eat near Blue Gum Walk?
Hornsby RSL, 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from the start. 1 more places to eat. Shop: Kuringai Cycles, 0.9 mi (1.5 km).
Is this a good week for Blue Gum Walk?
GoTrails turns the 7-day forecast at the start and at the high point into a clear go / no-go: temperature, rain, storms, wind, heat, air quality and daylight, with a suggested start time. This week’s call is at the top of this page.
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