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AC TEST activity cycling

Garigal National Park

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Visitor info

All the practical information you need to know about AC TEST activity cycling.

Getting there and parking

Cascades trail is accessed via Douglas Street, St Ives near Acron Oval. To get there:

  • Exit Mona Vale Road onto Douglas Street, St Ives.
  • Follow Douglas Street until you reach Gwyn Close.
  • The walk starts at the oval.

Cascades trail can also be accessed via Stone Parade, Davidson. To get there:

  • Take Forest Way north from Frenchs Forest and turn left onto Adams Street.
  • Continue onto Blackbutts Road, then turn right into Kambora Avenue.
  • Turn right into Borgnis Street and take the immediate left into Stone Parade.
  • The track starts about 100m before Barney Place

Road quality

  • Mixture of sealed and unsealed roads

Vehicle access

  • Most roads require 4WD vehicle

Weather restrictions

  • 4WD required in wet weather

Parking

Avaialble on Douglas St. 

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Facilities

Toilets

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  • Non-flush toilets

Picnic tables

Carpark

Drinking water

Maps and downloads

Safety messages

Adventure sports

Alpine safety

Alpine areas present special safety issues. Conditions can be extreme and may change rapidly, particularly in winter. It’s important to be prepared and find out how to stay safe in alpine areas.

Beach safety

Beaches in this park are not patrolled, and can sometimes have strong rips and currents. These beach safety tips will help you and your family stay safe in the water.

Camping safety

Cycling safety

Hundreds of cyclists head to our national parks for fun and adventure. If you're riding your bike through a national park, read these mountain biking and cycling safety tips.

Fire safety

During periods of fire weather, the Commissioner of the NSW Rural Fire Service may declare a total fire ban for particular NSW fire areas, or statewide. Learn more about total fire bans and fire safety.

Accessibility

Disability access level - no wheelchair access

Prohibited

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Drones

Flying a drone for recreational purposes is prohibited in this area. Drones may affect public enjoyment, safety and privacy, interfere with park operations, or pose a threat to wildlife. See the Drones in Parks policy.

This area may be a declared Drone Exclusion Zone, or may be subject to Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) rules for flying near airports, aerodromes and helicopter landing sites. See CASA's Drone Flyer Rules.

Commercial filming and photography

Commercial filming or photography is prohibited without prior consent. You must apply for permission and contact the local office.

Horses

Pets

Pets and domestic animals (other than certified assistance animals) are not permitted. Find out which regional parks allow dog walking and see the pets in parks policy for more information.

Smoking

NSW national parks are no smoking areas.

AC TEST activity cycling

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Park info

  • in Garigal National Park in the Sydney and surrounds region
  • Garigal National Park is open 6am to 6.30pm (8pm during daylight savings) but may have to close at times due to poor weather or fire danger.

  • Park entry fees:

    $8 per vehicle per day applies only at Davidson Park only. Day passes are available from on-park pay machines that accept coins and credit cards, and you can also pay for your visit via the Park’nPay app.

    Bus: $4.40 per adult, $2.20 per child (per day).

    Daily entry fee exemption for teachers and educational supervisors (1 adult per 10 children) applies only for organised and pre-arranged group bookings.

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