BushwalkBushwalk
2 h 15 min to 2 h 30 min
| Start | At the intersection of Gibberagong Track & Grosvenor Street (-33.6960922,151.126699) |
| Mode | Bus Car (There is free parking available.) |
| Directions | From Junction Road, Wahroonga.
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| Finish | From the Ku-Ring-Gai Chase Road (-33.6596461,151.1591056) |
| Mode (end) | Car Shuttle Car (A park entry fee is required for driving into the park.) |
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After another 8 m find the "Gibberagong waterhole" (on your left).
 Gibberagong waterhole
Gibberagong waterhole
Gibberagong waterhole is an informal name for a wide section of Cockle Creek that run for over 150m north of the confluence with Lovers Jump creek. This secluded and shady spot is a great place to sit and enjoy the waterholes, cascading water and the view to the sandy banks on the other side. If you sit quietly enough you may see lyrebirds scratching through the bush by the creek.
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Gibberagong waterhole is an informal name for a wide section of Cockle Creek that run for over 150m north of the confluence with Lovers Jump creek. This secluded and shady spot is a great place to sit and enjoy the waterholes, cascading water and the view to the sandy banks on the other side. If you sit quietly enough you may see lyrebirds scratching through the bush by the creek.
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The starting point of an optional sidetrip. An optional side trip to Bobbin Head Rainforest. To start this optional side trip turn right here. On returning from this side trip turn right when you get back to this intersection. Details below. 
After another 1.1 km (at the intersection of Gibberagong Track & Rainforest Track) continue straight, to head along Gibberagong Track.
After another 25 m find the "Aboriginal Axe Grindings" (6 m on your right).
 Aboriginal Axe Grindings
Aboriginal Axe Grindings
This protected site clearly shows 23 oval-shaped grooves that were worn by Indigenous Australian people, making axe heads from hard rock. Using a blank axe head, the Aboriginal people would use this rock platform, with water from the nearby creek, to sharpen the stone into a useful tool. The rubbing ground the axe head to a sharp edge and left behind these tell-tale signs.
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This protected site clearly shows 23 oval-shaped grooves that were worn by Indigenous Australian people, making axe heads from hard rock. Using a blank axe head, the Aboriginal people would use this rock platform, with water from the nearby creek, to sharpen the stone into a useful tool. The rubbing ground the axe head to a sharp edge and left behind these tell-tale signs.
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After another 120 m (from the Gibberagong Track) continue straight, to head along Gibberagong Track.
Then find the "Cockle Creek viewing platform" (on your right).
 Cockle Creek viewing platform
Cockle Creek viewing platform
Part way along the timber Bobbin Head boardwalk is a partially fenced timber viewing platform. There is a beautiful view over Cockle Creek and a 'Teeming with life' information sign to enjoy. The platform area is 7.3m deep and 3.9m wide.
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Part way along the timber Bobbin Head boardwalk is a partially fenced timber viewing platform. There is a beautiful view over Cockle Creek and a 'Teeming with life' information sign to enjoy. The platform area is 7.3m deep and 3.9m wide.
After another 10 m find the "Seat" (on your right).
 Seat
Seat
A timber slat bench seat, 43cm high, 30cm deep and 1.6m wide with a 41cm high backrest. The seat is on concrete beside the track.
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A timber slat bench seat, 43cm high, 30cm deep and 1.6m wide with a 41cm high backrest. The seat is on concrete beside the track.
After another 45 m find the "Picnic Table" (8 m on your left).
 Picnic Table
Picnic Table
A timber slat picnic table and bench seat. The table is 74cm high, 74cm deep and 2.9m wide. The seats are 40cm high, 23cm deep and 1.8m wide (no backrest). The table is centered on a 3.5x4.5m concrete slab.
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A timber slat picnic table and bench seat. The table is 74cm high, 74cm deep and 2.9m wide. The seats are 40cm high, 23cm deep and 1.8m wide (no backrest). The table is centered on a 3.5x4.5m concrete slab.
Then find the "Picnic Table" (8 m on your left).
 Picnic Table
Picnic Table
A series of 3 timber slat picnic tables and bench seats. The tables are 74cm high, 74cm deep and 2.9m wide. The seats are 40cm high, 23cm deep and 1.8m wide (no backrest). The tables are centred on 3.5x4.5m concrete slabs. Access over grass.
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A series of 3 timber slat picnic tables and bench seats. The tables are 74cm high, 74cm deep and 2.9m wide. The seats are 40cm high, 23cm deep and 1.8m wide (no backrest). The tables are centred on 3.5x4.5m concrete slabs. Access over grass.
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After another 90 m (from the Ku-Ring-Gai Chase Road) turn left, to head along Ku-Ring-Gai Chase Road (a road).
After another 10 m find the "Bobbin Head" (20 m on your left).
 Bobbin Head
Bobbin Head
Bobbin Head is a historic recreation area which is still popular today, suiting the needs of many people. At the center of the Bobbin Head area is the old 'Bobbin Inn', built in the 1930s - it is now the park information center and cafe. The area is popular with picnickers, boaters, walkers, canoeists, family groups and people who like to fish. Bobbin Head is roughly divided into three sections (north, south and east).
Southern Bobbin Head is a popular picnic area for families and large groups. The area is surrounded by a car park and dotted with picnic tables, electric BBQs, shelters and a large playground. There are toilets nearby, and 'The Station' is a sheltered accessible area with BBQ and tables that can be booked NPWS.
The northern Bobbin Head (Orchard Park) area is a more formal picnic area. There is a large picnic shelter, surrounded by 14 smaller octagonal shelters, each of these divided into 4 walled-off compartments, ideal for small groups.
The eastern side of Bobbin Head is dominated by the Empire Marina and a public wharf. The marina is home to a nice restaurant and public toilets.
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Bobbin Head is a historic recreation area which is still popular today, suiting the needs of many people. At the center of the Bobbin Head area is the old 'Bobbin Inn', built in the 1930s - it is now the park information center and cafe. The area is popular with picnickers, boaters, walkers, canoeists, family groups and people who like to fish. Bobbin Head is roughly divided into three sections (north, south and east).
Southern Bobbin Head is a popular picnic area for families and large groups. The area is surrounded by a car park and dotted with picnic tables, electric BBQs, shelters and a large playground. There are toilets nearby, and 'The Station' is a sheltered accessible area with BBQ and tables that can be booked NPWS.
The northern Bobbin Head (Orchard Park) area is a more formal picnic area. There is a large picnic shelter, surrounded by 14 smaller octagonal shelters, each of these divided into 4 walled-off compartments, ideal for small groups.
The eastern side of Bobbin Head is dominated by the Empire Marina and a public wharf. The marina is home to a nice restaurant and public toilets.
About 30 m past the end is "Bobbin Inn Cafe".
 Bobbin Inn Cafe
Bobbin Inn Cafe
At the centre of Bobbin Head picnic area, in the old 'Bobbin Inn' building, is a cafe offering inside and outdoor dining, and a range of foods and drinks. Food includes fish and chips, wraps, focaccia, sandwiches and snack foods. Tea, coffee and cold drinks are also on offer. Opening hours are 9 - 4pm Mon to Fri (closed Tuesdays) & 9 - 5pm weekends. For more information, phone the cafe on 9457 7170.
The NPWS Bobbin Head Information Centre is open 7 days a week (closed Christmas Day) 10 - 4pm (closed 12 - 12:30pm lunch).
Ramp access available on the southwestern corner of the building. Ramp access to the information centre through the cafe.
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At the centre of Bobbin Head picnic area, in the old 'Bobbin Inn' building, is a cafe offering inside and outdoor dining, and a range of foods and drinks. Food includes fish and chips, wraps, focaccia, sandwiches and snack foods. Tea, coffee and cold drinks are also on offer. Opening hours are 9 - 4pm Mon to Fri (closed Tuesdays) & 9 - 5pm weekends. For more information, phone the cafe on 9457 7170.
The NPWS Bobbin Head Information Centre is open 7 days a week (closed Christmas Day) 10 - 4pm (closed 12 - 12:30pm lunch).
Ramp access available on the southwestern corner of the building. Ramp access to the information centre through the cafe.
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Class 4/6 Hard track |
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| Length | 6.4 km |
| Time | 2 h 15 min to 2 h 30 min |
| Quality of track | Formed track, with some branches and other obstacles (3/6) |
| Gradient | Very steep (4/6) |
| Signage | Directional signs along the way (3/6) |
| Infrastructure | Limited facilities, not all cliffs are fenced (3/6) |
| Experience Required | Some bushwalking experience recommended (3/6) |
| Weather | Storms may impact on navigation and safety (3/6) |
Shelter: There is one 6.2 km from the start.
Toilet: There are 2 on route, on average they are 2.1 km apart with the largest gap of 6.1 km. Seat: There are 3 on route, on average they are 1.6 km apart with the largest gap of 5.8 km.| Item | From Start | Name & link to notes |
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Seat
| 5.8 km | [seat] |
Seat
| 5.9 km | Seat |
Seat
| 6.1 km | [seat] |
Toilet
| 6.1 km | [toilet] |
Shelter
| 6.2 km | [shelter] |
Toilet
| 6.3 km | [toilet] |
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After 50 m head through/around the gate.
After another 850 m head down the earthen steps (about 245 m long)
After another 65 m cross the ford.
After another 25 m head up the 6 earthen steps (about 5 m long)
After another 25 m cross the bridge (about 50 m long)
After another 25 m pass the sign (on your left).
After another 60 m pass the BBQ (20 m on your left).
After another 40 m pass the playground (10 m on your right).
About 30 m past the end is a car park.
Turn around and retrace your steps back the 205 m to the main route.