Sydney just gained a new coastal walking trail with epic views

The three-kilometre trail links Middle Head-Gubbuh Gubbuh and Georges Head in Sydney Harbour.

From the Bondi to Coogee Walk to the America Bay Walking Track, Sydney is blessed with some spectacular bush and coastal walks that showcase the city’s scenic beauty. The latest addition is a new three-kilometre walking track in the Sydney Harbour National Park that’s perfect for coastal lovers and history buffs, as it offers iconic harbour views and a look into Sydney’s military past. 

Take in fabulous coastal views on your leisurely walk. (Image: NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service)

The $9.5 million Middle and Georges Head walking track project took six years to complete and has significantly improved visitor accessibility and safety, and enhanced the experience of the iconic Sydney Harbour Scenic Walk. It provides the missing link between the headlands, connecting Chowder Bay and the Bondi to Manly Walk, offering a continuous walking experience for visitors. 

Chad Weston, Manager of Sydney North Area NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service highlighted the significance of the project:

“Middle Head and Georges Head have been part of Sydney Harbour National Park since 1984, but until now, they have never been connected via walking tracks to other harbourside reserves.” 

Several new lookouts have been added, offering breathtaking views across Sydney’s foreshore and inner harbour, including ‘The Belvedere’ and a new bridge across the large Outer Defensive Ditch. Over 220 years of Sydney’s defence history is showcased on the trail, with Weston noting, “Those who appreciate history will be impressed with how some of Sydney’s most significant historic fortifications have been conserved.” 

The site features restored defence structures. (Image: NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service)

The site’s rich history is brought to life through a collection of restored defence structures dating from 1801 to the Vietnam War and installations, including signage and digital animations. The easy walk will see you visit significant sites including 19th-century buildings of the former NSW School of Artillery and The Engine Room, which was repurposed in the 1950s to train Army officers for potential capture and interrogation during the Malayan Emergency and the Vietnam War – it also houses the infamous ‘Tiger Cages.’

Whether you’re a nature enthusiast or a history lover, this newly completed track offers a unique opportunity to explore Sydney’s harbour and history.