BushwalkBushwalk
1 h to 1 h 15 min
| Start | (-33.54995,151.2880408) |
| Mode | Car (There is free parking available.) |
| Directions | From Ocean Beach Road
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| Finish | (-33.5443697,151.3069753) |
| Mode (end) | Car Shuttle Bus Car (There is free parking available.) |
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After another 55 m find the "Warrah Trig Station" (on your right).
 Warrah Trig Station
Warrah Trig Station
Warrah Trig Station is part of a national geodetic survey established during the 1970's. The 'Triangulation station' (aka trigonometrical or trig station) is a distinct marker once clear of trees, and would have been visible for many kilometers in the area. There are many such trig stations around Australia, which were used to help in surveying. Each station has a know position and altitude, which allows surveyors to use triangulation and determine another point's location. With advances in technology, these trig stations have been abandoned and superseded. The trig station is now surrounded by trees, with some filtered views along the Hawkesbury River. The area is rich with wildflowers in spring.
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Warrah Trig Station is part of a national geodetic survey established during the 1970's. The 'Triangulation station' (aka trigonometrical or trig station) is a distinct marker once clear of trees, and would have been visible for many kilometers in the area. There are many such trig stations around Australia, which were used to help in surveying. Each station has a know position and altitude, which allows surveyors to use triangulation and determine another point's location. With advances in technology, these trig stations have been abandoned and superseded. The trig station is now surrounded by trees, with some filtered views along the Hawkesbury River. The area is rich with wildflowers in spring.
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The starting point of an optional sidetrip. An optional side trip to Warrah Lookout. To start this optional side trip continue straight here. On returning from this side trip turn sharp right when you get back to this intersection. Details below. 
After another 220 m (at the intersection of Tony Doyle Track & Pearl Beach Patonga Firetrail) turn left, to head along Pearl Beach Patonga Firetrail (a vehicle track).
After another 1.2 km find the "Pearl Caves" (9 m on your right).
 Pearl Caves
Pearl Caves
Pearl Caves is an informal name for a couple of caves found on the Pearl Beach / Patonga fire trail. The two large overhangs are found near the base of a cliff. The caves look north and have outward-sloping floors. One cave has a few small columns and stalagmite/stalactite decorations growing at the back. To protect the caves (and yourself), the caves are best viewed from a distance.
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Pearl Caves is an informal name for a couple of caves found on the Pearl Beach / Patonga fire trail. The two large overhangs are found near the base of a cliff. The caves look north and have outward-sloping floors. One cave has a few small columns and stalagmite/stalactite decorations growing at the back. To protect the caves (and yourself), the caves are best viewed from a distance.
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After another 105 m (at the intersection of Tourmaline Avenue & Diamond Road) turn right, to head along Tourmaline Avenue.
After another 6 m come to the "Pearl Beach General Store and Cafe".
 Pearl Beach General Store and Cafe
Pearl Beach General Store and Cafe
The Pearl Beach General Store and Cafe (ph 02 4343 1222) is found at 1 Pearl Pde, Pearl Beach, and is open 7 days. The cafe provides breakfast, lunch and dinners for about $20 a meal. The general store provides cheaper take-away meals and general supplies (including ice-creams). Across the road is Pearl Beach and some children's play equipment. Alternatively for a more refined dining experience, 'Pearls on the Beach' is found on the other side of the road, open Thursday to Sundays for lunch and dinner (ph 02 4342 4400).
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The Pearl Beach General Store and Cafe (ph 02 4343 1222) is found at 1 Pearl Pde, Pearl Beach, and is open 7 days. The cafe provides breakfast, lunch and dinners for about $20 a meal. The general store provides cheaper take-away meals and general supplies (including ice-creams). Across the road is Pearl Beach and some children's play equipment. Alternatively for a more refined dining experience, 'Pearls on the Beach' is found on the other side of the road, open Thursday to Sundays for lunch and dinner (ph 02 4342 4400).
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Class 3/6 Moderate track |
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| Length | 2.7 km |
| Time | 1 h to 1 h 15 min |
| Quality of track | Clear and well formed track or trail (2/6) |
| Gradient | Short steep hills (3/6) |
| Signage | Directional signs along the way (3/6) |
| Infrastructure | Generally useful facilities (such as fenced cliffs and seats) (1/6) |
| Experience Required | No experience required (1/6) |
| Weather | Weather generally has little impact on safety (1/6) |
Seat: There is one 2.7 km from the start.| Item | From Start | Name & link to notes |
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Find the car park at the start.
After 45 m pass the sign (5 m on your left).
After another 430 m head through/around the gate.
After another 30 m cross the bridge (about 15 m long)
After another 25 m pass the picnic table (20 m on your right).
After another 25 m pass the playground (20 m on your right).
After another 10 m come to the end.
"Warrah Lookout".
Turn around and retrace your steps back the 70 m to the main route.
