Best trails in Heathcote National Park

4.3(1,834 reviews)

Australia
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#78 of 637 national parks

Heathcote National Park is located in the southern region of Sydney on Dharawal land. Its landscape consists of rainforests, dry sclerophyll forest, ow heath rock formations, lakes and watercourses like Heathcote Creek, Kingfisher Creek and Myuna Creek. It is home to a variety of fauna like Sugar gliders, ringtail possums, Swamp wallabies, Honeyeaters and superb lyrebird plus flora like grey gum, scribbly gum, grass-trees, banksias, gymea lilies, blackbutts and grevilleas. It is a great place for hiking and camping.

A popular way of getting to the park is starting a route at either Heathcote or Waterfall train stations or walking in between them.

It is a great place for hiking and camping.

Top trails

#1 - Kingfisher Pool via Bullawarring Track and Mooray Track

4.4(427)

•Moderate

•3.3 mi

This is a nice little hike through Heathcote National Park, located not too far south of Sydney, New South Wales. This out-and-back route begins and ends at the end of Warebin Street, conveniently close to the Waterfall train station if you're coming via train. Enjoy the quick trip to get out to Kingfisher Pool. Mooray Track features several different surfaces and can be slightly overgrown in some areas.

#2 - Bullawarring Walking Track - Heathcote Station

4.4(288)

•Moderate

•6.5 mi

Bullawarring Walking Track is an easily accessed walk from Waterfall and runs parallel to the Princes Highway, with easy access to public transport. Bullawarring Track is a rough path through beautiful dense bush and various terrain, including freshwater swimming holes, rocky ridges, sandstone sections and some short steep sections that keep it challenging and exciting. The fire trail at the start could be more exciting, but worth it for the pools and waterfalls. The trail is...

#3 - Lake Toolooma Loop via Mount Westmacott

4.3(212)

•Moderate

•3.5 mi

Combination of fire trails, easy bush trails, rocky scrambles with some very challenging rocky scrambles at the top. Lovely view from the summit of Mount Westmacott of Lake Toolooma. Make sure to download the app as it can be difficult at times to discern the correct track at times. Bring water, snacks and a decent pair of shoes.

#4 - Heathcote Creek Loop

4.4(136)

•Moderate

•7.0 mi

An interesting walk through Heathcote National Park, located not too far south from Sydney, New South Wales. The starting point is the Waterfall train station, where parking is also available. From here you'll follow a rather overgrown track down through Camp Coutts Scout Camp and then make a steep scramble up to the top of Mount Westmacott (275m). The next section takes you along a fire trail and then a lovely walking track through to the beautiful Kingfisher Pool (good spot for a dip!)....

#5 - Kingfisher Pool via Bullawarring Track

#6 - Woronora River and Mirang Pool via Pipeline Track

This is a pleasant walk in southern Sydney, New South Wales, located approximately 36 kilometres from the city centre. The out-and-back route starts and finishes at the intersection of Bella Vista Street and Freeman Road in the suburb of Heathcote. The trail itself is relatively easy and mostly follows the fire trail containing the pipeline. You can hear the sounds of the river along the way and find a few spots where you can walk down to the waterholes for a dip or a break.

#7 - Banya Pool via Goburra Track

This is a short and sweet family friendly trail through the Heathcote National Park in southern Sydney, New South Wales. This out and back route begins and ends from the end of Oliver Street in the suburb of Heathcote. Follow the Goburra Track and the Pipeline Trail out to Banya pool and back again. Highlights of the trail include: - Goburra Gully - Goburra Pool - Banya Pool

#8 - Bullawarring Walking Track

Bullawarring Walking Track is great for more experienced bushwalkers looking to soak up the beautiful bushland of Royal National Park. The trail itself is rough and features some short steep sections, glistening swimming holes and craggy ridges. Kingfisher Pool picnic area is a great spot to stop along the way for a picnic or a swim in summer. The best time for wildflowers and birdwatching is spring. There are several other trails in the area which can be used to extend this adventure and...

The Pipeline Trail is a well-known fire trail in the area that is commonly used by people who enjoy mountain or gravel biking, as well as walking or running. Although it has some steep climbs, it is considered a non-technical trail that is challenging to complete. To access the trailhead, you need to start at Oliver Steer and make your way up to Heathcote Road and Woronora, as there is no parking available at the trailhead on Heathcote Road.

#10 - Miara to Myuna Pool via Bullawarring Track

Miara to Myuna Pool via Bullawarring Track features varied terrain, interesting plant life and the opportunity to spot some of the many species of birds that live in this area. The trail starts from the end of Oliver Street in Heathcota and follows the Pipeline Trail to Miara Pool. From here you'll follow the Bullwararring Walking Track passed Marks Lookout and onto Myuna Pool. The views at Marks Lookout are lovely providing vistas of the surrounding mountains and bushland. The birdlife...

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Trail reviews for Heathcote National Park

2,897 trailgoers Busiest in September

Gavin Coote

May 30, 2025

Easy to parkNot crowdedGreat conditionsGreat views

Really fun and varied walk through some lovely parts of Heathcote National Park. The kingfisher pool is a highlight. I started at Waterfall and then caught a train back to the starting point from Heathcote

Bullawarring Walking Track - Heathcote Station

Rosalia Shibata

Mar 17, 2025•Hiking

Not crowdedGreat views

The ground was dry, the Friendly and Pipeline trail was well maintained. Once it deviates from the pipeline trail, there’s no sign posted to turn to Eddies Lookout track. The track is narrow, overgrown with bushes up to shoulder height. Must wear long sleeves and long pants, easy to get lots of scratches. The track can be visible and invisible due to bushes. You will cross two creeks, water level was low but I could imagine it would be impassable if it rains heavily. The outlook at the top of the hill was very beautiful and breathtaking. It was worth it. I was amazed to see such stunning and large forest views like this at Heathcote National Park, and the trail starts not far from the station too.

Conditions: Overgrown, Obstructions, No bugs, Wildflowers, Dry ground

Friendly, Pipeline and Eddie's Lookout Tracks

Archibald Thom

Jan 2, 2025•Hiking

Not crowdedGreat conditions

Wow, the pools are worth the walk The trail is hard, constantly rocky and up and down. Some parts feel decently maintained but in other parts I had to stop and look at the map. I think many just go in and out on the Bullawaring track, but this map is a long cut. Note there’s also a camping ground that you can book, it’s part of Heathcote national park

Kingfisher Pool via Bullawarring Track and Mooray Track

Dominic Roberts

Apr 8, 2025•Hiking

Not crowdedGreat conditions

Waterfall station to heathcote.

Parking: Entry fee, Free

Bullawarring Walking Track - Heathcote Station

Alison J

Feb 16, 2025

Really lovely loop walk from end of Warabin St in Heathcote. We went clockwise and lost the trail before coming to Kingfisher pool but was able to connect again and follow where we were on app. Might have been easier to follow in anticlockwise direction. A bit scrambly in places, but with good shoes and good conditions (around 24°) it wasn't too hard-going. Nice collection of small birds along the way (yellow robins, white-throated tree creeper, back-faced Monarch, brown thornbills, firetails, splendid wrens, scrub-wrens, grey fantails and New Holland honeyeatera) and loads of beautiful skinks and eastern water dragons down by the pools and creeks.

Kingfisher Pool via Bullawarring Track and Mooray Track

Emily MacPherson

Jul 12, 2025•Hiking

Good conditionsEasy to parkNot crowded

Lovely trail through the bush. It was really quiet when we did it - mid winter on a beautiful sunny Saturday. It was a bush bash to the view at the end, behind the picnic table and round to the right. You could see the dam, but not very clearly through the trees. We parked at the industrial estate in heathcote. Its not much further and much easier to get out than along the highway. It would be pretty exposed in summer, but beautiful!

Parking: Free, Small lot

Sarahs Knob via Pipeline Trail and Mirang Road Trail

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Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place to hike in Heathcote National Park?

According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike in Heathcote National Park is Kingfisher Pool via Bullawarring Track and Mooray Track, which has a 4.4 star rating from 427 reviews. This trail is 3.3 mi long with an elevation gain of 574 ft.

What is the longest trail in Heathcote National Park?

According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail in Heathcote National Park is Waterfall Loop via Pipeline Trail and Uloola Creek Track. This trail is estimated to be 14.6 mi long.

How many trails are in Heathcote National Park?

There are 25 trails in Heathcote National Park. These trails have an average 4.3-star rating from 1,834 AllTrails community reviews.

Which trail has the most elevation gain in Heathcote National Park?

If you're looking for elevation gain, Heathcote National Park has you covered. Waterfall Loop via Pipeline Trail and Uloola Creek Track boasts the most elevation gain with 2,086 ft of total ascent. The park's runner-up is Pipeline Trail, which will get you 1,853 ft of elevation gain.

Are there camping trails available in Heathcote National Park?

According to AllTrails.com, there are 7 camping trails in Heathcote National Park and the most popular is Kingfisher Pool via Bullawarring Track and Mooray Track with an average 4.4 star rating from 427 community reviews.

Are there running trails available in Heathcote National Park?

According to AllTrails.com, there are 12 running trails in Heathcote National Park and the most popular is Lake Toolooma Loop via Mount Westmacott with an average 4.3 star rating from 212 community reviews.

Are there biking trails available in Heathcote National Park?

According to AllTrails.com, there are 3 biking trails in Heathcote National Park and the most popular is Pipeline Trail with an average 4.2 star rating from 66 community reviews.