Narrabeen Lagoon State Park
Narrabeen Lagoon State Park
Narrabeen Lagoon State Park
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Erika
Caracas, Venezuela9,864 contributions
Mar 2024 • Couples
There is a hiking trail to go all around the lagoon. Please note that the lagoon is contaminated with sewage (there are signs in several places) and is not suitable for swimming. Several parts of the trail also smell of sewage.
Written 20 March 2024
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Ellemay 🍹🐠🐳
Sydney, Australia47,321 contributions
Apr 2020 • Solo
Walking around Narrabeen Lagoon State Park is truly lovely bush walk which takes around 2-3hrs and is approximately 9km.
There are plenty of activities to do from swimming, canoeing, cycling, boating or fishing. There are a few access points including Jamieson and Berry Reserve with numerous picnic spots, playgrounds, sandy beaches and boating ramps.
There are plenty of activities to do from swimming, canoeing, cycling, boating or fishing. There are a few access points including Jamieson and Berry Reserve with numerous picnic spots, playgrounds, sandy beaches and boating ramps.
Written 28 April 2020
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NMFC18
Gold Coast, Australia157 contributions
Nov 2016 • Family
I run around the lake and it is beautiful especially in the morning. There are spots all around for picnics, fishing, running , riding etc. A great spot to spend some time only a short distance from the city.
Written 17 November 2016
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Sandy T
Sydney, Australia315 contributions
Nov 2019 • Couples
We are biased, as we are locals, but the walk is fantastic. Easy 1.5 hour walk around the lagoon, great birdlife, and lots of spots for photos. Great for kids and adults.
Written 16 December 2019
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nick164
Sydney, Australia2,373 contributions
Oct 2019 • Solo
If you opt for the full circuit, it’s just over 8km and takes around 2 hours. The track has no steps, and alternates between paved and dirt track. You pass through multiple reserves, including those with toilet facilities, water refilling stations, exercise areas, and even a bike repair stand. The track is well signed, with regular distance markers. There’s an abundance of Australian bird life.
Tip, if you’re not up for the whole circuit I’d recommend the section from Middle Creek Reserve to Jameson Park, which is the most peaceful (as you’re away from Wakehurst Parkway). There’s also lots of interesting Anzac plaques on this section.
Tip, if you’re not up for the whole circuit I’d recommend the section from Middle Creek Reserve to Jameson Park, which is the most peaceful (as you’re away from Wakehurst Parkway). There’s also lots of interesting Anzac plaques on this section.
Written 22 October 2019
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ofelia t
Glendale, CA97 contributions
May 2018 • Solo
This is a nice hiking also is a bit longer that Deewhy put i really enjoy this hike cuz it covers a bit the city, soccer fiel, narrabean lagune and the ocean. I sit and enjoy the lagune let me say to go all arround omg is a bit far but is a great exercise i see many people do bikes im gonna try it a soon i buy one.
Written 4 May 2018
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cazza
london uk117 contributions
Dec 2016 • Couples
Great area to visit. Plenty of room to sit on the beach. Safe calm waters to paddle in. People fishing (not sure if they caught anything). Short walk to Narrabeen beach.
Written 28 December 2016
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Ross D
Sydney, Australia389 contributions
July 2016 • Friends
This is a pleasant two hour, fairly level walk around the Narrabeen lagoon/lake on Sydney's Northern Beaches. We had a clear winter day when we went and locals say the best time to go is mid week morning or afternoon to avoid week-end crowds.
The 8.5 km walk is scenic, circular, dog friendly and follows the waters edge most of the way. It has a number of convenient parking areas adjacent to it and we left our car in the Bilarong Reserve parking area just off the Wakehurst Parkway at North Narrabeen. The four of us then walked in an anticlockwise direction around the lake stopping for a nice lunch in a Thai restaurant in Narrabeen before crossing Narrabeen Bridge back to our start.
Be aware it is a shared pathway and in the main nearly all of the bike riders we encountered were friendly and courteous. Only two didn't know how to use the bell on their bikes when silently approaching walkers from behind. So be aware!
There is a cafe close to the path in the War Veterans Village for those who need a caffeine fix half way round but on a hot day certainly carry some water.
The 8.5 km walk is scenic, circular, dog friendly and follows the waters edge most of the way. It has a number of convenient parking areas adjacent to it and we left our car in the Bilarong Reserve parking area just off the Wakehurst Parkway at North Narrabeen. The four of us then walked in an anticlockwise direction around the lake stopping for a nice lunch in a Thai restaurant in Narrabeen before crossing Narrabeen Bridge back to our start.
Be aware it is a shared pathway and in the main nearly all of the bike riders we encountered were friendly and courteous. Only two didn't know how to use the bell on their bikes when silently approaching walkers from behind. So be aware!
There is a cafe close to the path in the War Veterans Village for those who need a caffeine fix half way round but on a hot day certainly carry some water.
Written 7 August 2016
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lindadownunder
Perth, Australia2,942 contributions
May 2016 • Couples
Narrabeen lake is a great spot for a scenic walk especially since the new path around the lake has been completed.
Lots of walkers and bikers enjoying the lake and all it has to offer on this relatively flat path.
Lots of walkers and bikers enjoying the lake and all it has to offer on this relatively flat path.
Written 13 May 2016
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Blatchy2097
Collaroy Beach, Australia18 contributions
Apr 2016
Awesome place ! Great cycle / walking path , the lake is great to SUP on ,just don't swim after the rain , the best spot to swim is the inlet as the tide comes in
Written 11 April 2016
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Yes you can take your dog with you provided it is on a leash a tall times and you clean up after your dog should it take a 'comfort' break whilst on your walk.
Written 11 February 2018
Is it possible to ride around the lake and if so, where is the best spot to park a car?
Written 5 September 2016
Hi, yes it is possible to ride a bike. Quite popular! its about nine kilometres around. Many suitable places to park a car. Park in the carpark on pittwater Rd an then you are close to coffee shops and cafes afterwards
Written 9 September 2016
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Brisbane, Australia
Hi, I have a Narrabeen Lagoon Trail question. We are from Interstate and attending a sporting event at Sydney Academy of Sport for a week in late September. We will be relying on public transport for our visit however have been told buses don't go directly to the Sydney Academy of Sport. We originally were told we could walk from the bus stop (Pittwater near Waterloo St) along the trail and onto Academy of Sport grounds however someone else has advised us the Academy of Sport grounds are not accessible from the trail. Could someone please advise if it is / isn't possible. Thanks so much for your help
Written 8 September 2015
I'm not sure if the answer unfortunately however I don't think the Academy is accessible from the trail because the surrounding houses on that side go down to the waters edge. If you are fit the Academy is not a long walk on the Wakehurst Parkway from buses that stop in Narrabeen. I will have to check this out for my own information! While staying there make sure to breakfast at the Boatshed cafe which is on the trail!
Theresa
Written 12 September 2015
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