This is one of the most picturesque walks you can do in Sydney. It takes about 3 hours one way and takes you past some beautiful almost secluded beaches which, at the height of summer, have ice-creams and cold drinks delivered by speed boat.

You can start at Spit Bridge or Manly. It is advisable to get a map of the walk. Maps are available at the Manly Visitor Information Centre at Manly Wharf and  the Manly Environment Centre on Pittwater Rd. To view the map now, click here
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It is best if you begin the walk at Manly, because starting at Spit Bridge can be confusing unless you have done it several times before.

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If you start at Spit Bridge - the path begins on the east side of the bridge, behind Avona Crescent. This part of the path has trees and is known as Fisher Bay Walk. This can be hard to find so just ask for directions. Walk until you get to a small beach, Sandy Bay Beach, and then walk along the beach. The track begins again at Clontarf Reserve. Then you are on your way.

If you start at Manly, you should be able to get a map from the Tourist Information office at Manly Wharf. If not, turn left at the wharf and walk towards the Aquarium, then just keep walking along the Esplanade. At two points the path will take you into streets, just keep to your left and taking left turns and you will be heading in the right direction. The Grotto Point Light House is worth a detour. Take water, a hat, and sunscreen if it’s a hot day. Don’t forget the camera.

GETTING THERE

Catch the Manly ferry at Circular Quay if you want to start at Manly. Once you reach Spit Bridge, you can take the bus (143,144) back to Manly, or there are several buses to the city centre - Wynyard, QVB or Railway Square (Central Station).

If you want to start at Spit Bridge, catch any bus that will take you along Military Rd to Spit Bridge (buses to Palm Beach, Balgowlah, Manly, Dee Why or Warringah Mall). If you are starting from the city, some of these buses can be caught from Railway Square (Central Station), others leave from the QV Building, and all pass through Wynyard. Ask the bus driver to let you off at Spit Bridge, after you have crossed the bridge. Once you have completed the walk, the Manly ferry can take you back to Circular Quay in the city. It's a 30 minute ferry ride past spectacular scenery.

OTHER WALKS

Suggested other walks include KU-RING-GAI CHASE NATIONAL PARK, Royal National Park, TARONGA ZOO TO BALMORAL BEACH,  BONDI TO BRONTE AND COOGEE WALK,  and THE BLUE MOUNTAINS. 

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