Around South Head
Distance: 11.93 km ( 7.41 miles ) Duration: 3 hours and 40 mins. Last Updated: 17 Nov 2024An excellent walk added by Hans O it's in Point Piper, New South Wales, Australia.
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An interesting wander around the burbs of South Head.
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The Beach in Vaucluse Bay
Here is a nice shady spot for a picnic.
Here is a nice shady spot for a picnic.
Distance from previous hotspot: 1.23 km ( 0.76 miles )
Parsley Bay Bridge
The bridge was constructed by the local council in 1910 it was described as the Bridge over Parsley Glen.
The bridge was constructed by the local council in 1910 it was described as the Bridge over Parsley Glen.
Distance from previous hotspot: 1.06 km ( 0.66 miles )
Gibsons Beach Reserve
Named after a family of note in the area. Henry Gibson was a pilot for 50 years and lived here from the late 1830’s.
Named after a family of note in the area. Henry Gibson was a pilot for 50 years and lived here from the late 1830’s.
Distance from previous hotspot: 0.97 km ( 0.60 miles )
Camp Cove
This area provided abundant fish and shellfish for the local Aboriginal community in a sheltered environment. Rock engravings in the area depict a range of marine creatures including whales and fish. …
This area provided abundant fish and shellfish for the local Aboriginal community in a sheltered environment. Rock engravings in the area depict a range of marine creatures including whales and fish. …
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Distance from previous hotspot: 0.96 km ( 0.60 miles )
Nine Inch Cannon
This 9-inch cannon, which was previously located near the Hornby Lighthouse, was one of six brought to New South Wales from the Royal Gun Factory in England in 1872. It seems to be aimed at the city, …
This 9-inch cannon, which was previously located near the Hornby Lighthouse, was one of six brought to New South Wales from the Royal Gun Factory in England in 1872. It seems to be aimed at the city, …
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Distance from previous hotspot: 0.31 km ( 0.20 miles )
The Lightkeeper’s Cottage
These Georgian style sandstone cottages were designed by Alexander Dawson. The sandstone was taken from the local cliff face. Extensions and repairs were carried out in 1860 including a second cottage…
These Georgian style sandstone cottages were designed by Alexander Dawson. The sandstone was taken from the local cliff face. Extensions and repairs were carried out in 1860 including a second cottage…
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Distance from previous hotspot: 0.59 km ( 0.37 miles )
Hornby Lighthouse
Erected on the extreme point of Inner South Head in 1858 amidst gun pits dug out by hard labour. It was named after the family of Governor Dennison’s wife, whose father became Admiral Sir Phipps Hornb…
Erected on the extreme point of Inner South Head in 1858 amidst gun pits dug out by hard labour. It was named after the family of Governor Dennison’s wife, whose father became Admiral Sir Phipps Hornb…
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Distance from previous hotspot: 0.13 km ( 0.08 miles )
Gun Emplacements
These have undergone many changes since they were first built in 1788. At that time the guns were used to signal the arrival of ships.
These have undergone many changes since they were first built in 1788. At that time the guns were used to signal the arrival of ships.
Distance from previous hotspot: 0.09 km ( 0.06 miles )
Another Fab Picnic spot
With an amazing view of the city. Lots of grass and some shade under the palm trees. Must be popular on NYE. Watch out for the brides!
With an amazing view of the city. Lots of grass and some shade under the palm trees. Must be popular on NYE. Watch out for the brides!
Distance from previous hotspot: 1.41 km ( 0.88 miles )
Breath-taking cliff top views.
The walk follows the cliff line when ever possible, producing some fabulous vistas.
The walk follows the cliff line when ever possible, producing some fabulous vistas.
Distance from previous hotspot: 0.37 km ( 0.23 miles )
Mind the Gap
Traditional suicide spot for many Sydney-siders. These days there is plenty of help available and the fences look insurmountable.
Traditional suicide spot for many Sydney-siders. These days there is plenty of help available and the fences look insurmountable.
Distance from previous hotspot: 0.21 km ( 0.13 miles )
Signal Hill Lighthouse
Not sure when this was built, but it looks quite old.
Not sure when this was built, but it looks quite old.
Distance from previous hotspot: 1.13 km ( 0.70 miles )
Cliffs as far as the eye can C
Another example of the fabulous views along this walk.
Another example of the fabulous views along this walk.
Distance from previous hotspot: 0.04 km ( 0.02 miles )
Macquarie Lighthouse
aka South Head Upper Light. It was designed by Francis Greenway, a famous convict architect, under the instructions of Macquarie, and built in soft sandstone in the classic cock and balls design. The lighthouse was first lit in 30 November 1818.
aka South Head Upper Light. It was designed by Francis Greenway, a famous convict architect, under the instructions of Macquarie, and built in soft sandstone in the classic cock and balls design. The lighthouse was first lit in 30 November 1818.
Distance from previous hotspot: 0.31 km ( 0.19 miles )
Looking South
A beautiful view marred by the concrete slab building erected in the sixties.
A beautiful view marred by the concrete slab building erected in the sixties.
Distance from previous hotspot: 1.00 km ( 0.62 miles )
View North
Looking up the coast towards the mouth of Sydney harbour.
Looking up the coast towards the mouth of Sydney harbour.
Distance from previous hotspot: 1.17 km ( 0.73 miles )
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