East Manly Cove, Sydney Harbour National Park
East Manly Cove, Sydney Harbour National Park
🗓 Saturday, 29th August 2026
📍 Meet-Up: Manly Wharf, 8:30am
🚆 Getting There
You can take the ferry from Circular Quay at Wharf 3 at 8:10am to go to Manly at 8:32m.
🚗 Driving
Parking available at Manly Wharf Car Park.
🥾 Hike Overview
Discover the best of Manly as we hike from the vibrant beachfront to the rugged cliffs of North Head. Passing the crystal-clear waters of Shelly Beach and the Cabbage Tree Bay Aquatic Reserve, this scenic walk combines coastal views with peaceful bushland.
With panoramic ocean lookouts, native wildlife, and a mix of beach and bush scenery, this is one of Sydney's most rewarding coastal hikes.
🗺️ AllTrails Map (Download/save this map for navigating the track on the day):
• Start Time: 8:30 AM
• Duration: 3-4 hours
• Distance: ~13km
• Elevation Gain: 230m
• Track Type: Loop
• Grade: 3 - Moderate
We keep a steady, social pace with short breaks along the way.
🎟 Tickets – $30
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🌧 Weather Notice
Please ensure you are comfortable hiking in weather conditions for the day and come prepared with appropriate footwear. Hike at your own discretion. Safety always comes first.
If weather conditions become unsafe (heavy rain, flooding, thunderstorms), we may postpone or adjust the event as creek crossings may be impassable following heavy rain events.
🔁 Refund Policy
• Full refund available up to 72 hours before the event
• Within 72 hours: no refunds, but ticket transfers are allowed
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