The "Best of Both Creeks" Challenge: Cowan to Berowra Valley (25km, Hard)

Ready to see the absolute best of our local national parks in one day? This 25km trek bridges the gap between the stunning Cowan Creek and the rugged Berowra Valley, offering a "greatest hits" tour of the region’s best lookouts and riverside views.

The Journey: Starting at Mt Kuring-gai Station, we’ll drop down to the water’s edge at Cowan Creek. We’ll follow the shoreline north to Waratah Bay (the historic site of Windybank’s Boatshed) before tackling the legendary steep climb up to Berowra.

From there, we dive into the heart of Berowra Valley National Park, stopping briefly to catch our breath at the beautiful Crosslands Reserve. We’ll wrap up the day by 4:00 PM at the Mt Kuring-gai ALDI—perfect for grabbing a cold drink or snacks before the train ride home!

What makes it "Hard"? Prepare for a big distance and that heart-pumping ascent to Berowra Station. This one is for hikers who love a bit of a challenge and plenty of sandstone overhangs along the way.

TRANSPORT: T1 Berowra via Gordon, arriving at Mount Kuring-gai Train station at 8:45 am. (Check Opal Trip Planner for updates).

BRING 2~3 litres of water, hydrate tablets, snacks & lunch, sun protection, first aid kit, rain gear, hiking shoes.

GRATUITY: There will be a $10 gratuity for this walk in cash. All proceedings go to Charity.

Fast Pace: 4.5km/hr on average

SAFETY WARNING: Please stay away from cliff edges and be very careful when walking on wet and slippery rocks and surfaces. Please stay within sight of the group at all times.

By RSVP to this event, you and your guests agree to comply with the terms and conditions of the Aussie Explorers Meetup group which can be found in the link below:
https://www.meetup.com/Aussie-Explorers/

DISCLAIMER: Your health and safety is our priority and we take care to minimize risk and avoid accidents and injuries. However, Organizers and Hosts are not responsible for your health and safety and do not accept any liability for accidents and injuries that may occur during Meetup activities and events. Please take responsibility for your own safety and belongings.