Great North Walk Section 4 Hornsby to Mt Colah
Details
This is 4th section of GNW. When we last tried it, we had to do a shorter walk due to extreme heat - so hopefully conditions are more favourable. If not, we already know some shorter ways - so we can still get a walk in.
You will need 2-3 litres of water and (optionally) Gatorade/Powerade/Hyrdalyte. Hiking/ trail running shoes (or boots) are recommended, as are hiking poles. Bring a hat and snacks as well.
Meet: On the rail overpass at Hornsby Station at 8:00am.
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Distance, Time, Effort: 12.15 km distance, About 3.5hrs (based on our usual pace), Moderate/High effort.
Public transport example: Train from Central Platform 8 at 07:15am gets in 07:56am. This is a good option as it is express.
Driving: You can park at Hornsby or Mount Colah. Best train from Mount Colah to the start leaves Platform 1 at 7:50am and gets in to Hornsby at 7:57am.