The best cycling routes in Brisbane Water National Park

Woy Woy Lions Park is a scenic waterfront greenspace on the northeastern tip of the Woy Woy peninsula. There is a concrete launch ramp, a small jetty, and dedicated fish-cleaning stations for local anglers. Walkers can enjoy a water refill station, public toilets, car park, and a coffee takeaway across the street.

Woy Woy Fishermen’s Wharf has a seafood restaurant with panoramic views of Brisbane Water, a fresh seafood market, and a takeaway kiosk famous for classic fish and chips to enjoy on the boardwalk. There are solar-powered smart charging benches and a dedicated fishing zone just outside the Wharf. Free public parking is available directly adjacent to the wharf off The Boulevarde, though these spaces fill up quickly on weekends, so overflow parking can be found a short walk away at the Deepwater Plaza shopping centre or the Woy Woy Commuter Car Park.

Woy Woy Wharf is a modern waterfront hub, supporting both daily commuting and relaxed, seaside tourism. Woy Woy is affectionately known as “Pelican Town”, so there is a great chance of seeing giant, wild pelicans congregate around the wharf area. You can see more of the area by hopping onto the historic Central Coast Ferry directly from the pier.

Located just north of Woy Woy, you don't need a boat to enjoy Koolewong Marina. It falls along the path of the Brisbane Water Cycleway, so walkers, joggers, and cyclists can stop and enjoy the view over Brisbane Water as well.

Pearl Beach is a peaceful stretch of golden sand where Brisbane Water National Park meets the Pacific Ocean. Sheltered by Lion Island and Box Head, it often offers gentler conditions than many nearby beaches, while towering angophoras and coastal bushland create a beautiful natural backdrop. It's the perfect place to cool off after tackling the Patonga to Pearl Beach walk.

Bobbin Head is a large recreation area offering tons of attractions and facilities. It is a popular area to bushwalk, paddle, picnic, or go fishing, as well as dine, with educational opportunities. The public facilities here include barbecues, picnic tables, a children's playground, toilets, shelters and plenty of green space for a frisbee session or a cricket game. If you're hungry, there's a range of places to buy food like the Bobbin Head Inn Café, Waterside Bistro, and Empire Marina Bobbin Head. Head to the Bobbin Head Visitor Centre and learn through displays and video stories about local Aboriginal cultural heritage and the importance of the natural environment in Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park.

This trailhead is accessible from Berowra station and is the northern access point of the Berowra Track from Mount Ku-ring-gai. The track is steep and runs along Waratah and Cowan Creeks, with some great lookout points along the way.

Berowra is a popular town for hikers, cyclists, and other outdoor enthusiasts of the great Sydney area. There is a popular hiking track between Berowra and Cowan that makes up part of The Great North Walk. Though this is usually done as a point to point walk, the convenient public transit links between the two towns make it easy to get back to your starting point.