This short walk follows part of the Ridge Track through the Georges River National Park. The walk follows the first section of the Ridge track before turning down to the Burrawang Flats. From here, the walk follows the driveway and Georges River past a number of picnic areas to return to the start. There are several opportunities for picnics and rest stops along the way. Let us begin by acknowledging the Darug people, Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.
Start of the Ridge Track. | Photo by admin, 2008.Following the bushtrack around the side of the hill. | Photo by admin, 2008.Crossing a short wooden walkway. | Photo by admin, 2008.Looking back along the track. | Photo by admin, 2008.The intersection of the track heading down to Burrawang Flats. | Photo by admin, 2008.Ridge Track access track at Burrawang Flats. | Photo by admin, 2008.Public toilets at the Burrawang Flats. | Photo by admin, 2008.Picnic areas along the river. | Photo by admin, 2008.Alongside the river. | Photo by admin, 2008.
Before you start any bushwalk ensure you;
• Tell someone you trust where you are going and what to do if you are overdue
• Have adequate equipment, supplies, skills & knowledge for the whole journey
• Consider the impact of weather forecasts, park/track closures & fire dangers
• Can respond to emergencies & call for help at any point
• Are healthy and fit enough for this journey
If not, change plans and stay safe. It is okay to delay and ask people for help.
BusCar (A park entry fee is required for driving into the park.)
Directions
From Davies Road, A6
Turn on to Clancy Street Exit then drive for 450 m
Turn slight left onto Clancy Street and drive for another 115 m
Turn right onto Carlene Avenue and drive for another 15 m
Turn right onto Henry Lawson Drive and drive for another 2 km
Turn left onto Burrawang Reach Road and drive for another 105 m
At roundabout, take exit 1 onto Burrawang Reach Road and drive for another 50 m
Keep right onto Burrawang Reach Road and drive for another 80 m
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Track Notes
Turn by turn instructions & maps
Getting started From the road, this walk follows the 'Ridge track' sign up the rock steps and up the bush track. The track climbs up and along the side of the ridge until it comes to the intersection of the signposted 'Burrawang Reach' on the left.....
Turn map
Directions & comments
At the intersection of Burrawang Reach Road & Ridge Track Start heading along Ridge Track (a walking track).
There is a toilet (about 90 m back from the start).
Find the car park at the start.
After another 270 m veer left, to head along Ridge Track.
After another 50 m continue straight.
After another 40 m turn left, to head along Burrawang Reach Road.
Then pass the toilet (9 m on your right).
After another 140 m pass the BBQ (15 m on your right).
After another 220 m pass the car park (20 m on your right).
About 45 m past the end is "Morgans Creek".
Morgans Creek
Morgans Creek
This large, riverside area starts at the intersection of Henry Lawson Drive and The River Road, following the 'Georges River National Park' sign down the driveway, where it passes a large car park for the boat ramp and bends around to the right, continuing along the side of the river with several picnic areas and plenty of open space. There are toilets and taps at the northern end of the reserve, at the car park for the boat ramp.
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This large, riverside area starts at the intersection of Henry Lawson Drive and The River Road, following the 'Georges River National Park' sign down the driveway, where it passes a large car park for the boat ramp and bends around to the right, continuing along the side of the river with several picnic areas and plenty of open space. There are toilets and taps at the northern end of the reserve, at the car park for the boat ramp.
The end.
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Terrain
Know the Hills, grading & facilities
Ridge Track to Burrawang Flats Circuit
Grading
Class 3/6
Moderate track
Length
790 m
Time
20 min to 30 min
Quality of track
Formed track, with some branches and other obstacles (3/6)
Gradient
Short steep hills (3/6)
Signage
Clearly signposted (1/6)
Infrastructure
Generally useful facilities (such as fenced cliffs and seats) (1/6)
Experience Required
Some bushwalking experience recommended (3/6)
Weather
Weather generally has little impact on safety (1/6)
Some facilities on route
Toilet: There are 2 on route, on average they are 290 m apart with the largest gap of 410 m.
Bushwalk
20 min to 30 min
Toilet: There are 2 on route, on average they are 290 m apart with the largest gap of 410 m.
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Find the car park at the start.
After another 140 m pass the BBQ (15 m on your right).
About 45 m past the end is "Morgans Creek".
