Lindfield to Eastwood - Lane Cove River + Asian Dinner! - 17KM (Medium)

Details: Lindfield to Eastwood - Lane Cover River + Chinese Meal! - 17KM (Medium)

We will meet at Lindfield Train Station by 10:30am.

Local roads drop down to Lane Cove River Park where we cross to the west bank of the river and head upstream through this wonderful river valley. About 5km in, we stop for lunch at Commandment Rock Picnic Area which has a great river view and bathroom! Yay!

After lunch we head for De Burgh's Bridge which we cross to access the east bank of the river which we track through to the river crossing at Brown's Waterhole, where we leave the river and join Terry's Creek which tracks west, under the M2 and then Epping Road and on into the suburbs of North Epping and Marsfield. Finally, we find Eastwood train station and the end of the walk.

Now, I have timed this walk to arrive at the Eastwood shopping area at early dinner time for one simple reason; this is the best concentration of Asian restaurants in Sydney - Chinese, Korean, Japanese. So, make plans for a tasty end of walk meal, if you wish!

We should arrive at Eastwood by about 4:00pm

Distance: 17km

Type of Walk: This wonderful river walk requires some effort, especially in the middle sections; there are no huge hills but a fair bit of up and down. Perfect for working up an appetite!

Difficulty: Medium-plus. We will not be sprinting but there are few easy get-out points.

Walking Pace: We will maintain a steady pace all day and average 4km per hour.

Meeting Place and Transport: Meet at Lindfield Train Station by 10:30 am. Transport back is by train from Eastwood Station.

What to bring: Good walking shoes/boots or trainers; 1.5 litres of water, refill available along the way; hydrolytes; two snacks and one lunch; light rain jacket depending on conditions; sunscreen and a cap or hat with a wide brim. THERE ARE NO SHOPS AT OUR LUNCH SPOT SO BRING YOUR FOOD AND DRINKS/WATER.

Suggested Donation: $10

Pub: TBA

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If you have any questions, please leave a comment below. I look forward to seeing you on this walk. I will post my mobile number closer to the day.

Ted :)