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Cascades trail

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Australia

New South Wales

Cascades trail

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Cascades trail

01:55

6.43km

200m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

Last updated: May 19, 2026

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Garigal National Park

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149 m

Garigal National Park

Highlight • Forest

Located just 20 kilometres from Sydney, Garigal National Park protects over 2,200 hectares of land. The diverse landscape is a favourite for hiking, mountain biking, canoeing, fishing, horse riding, and …

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1.50 km

The Cascades — Garigal National Park

Highlight • Waterfall

Beautiful spot for a picnic. Easy access from Belrose or part if the McIntish to Davidson Park walk.

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2.62 km

Cascades trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

This shared use track cuts across Garigal National Park and right by the Cascades. It traverses varied landscapes including woodlands filled with Red Bloodwoods, Sydney Gums & Scribbly Gums with dwarf apples and banksia filling out the understory.

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6.43 km

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

6.43 km

Surfaces

3.15 km

2.93 km

352 m

Elevation

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Highest point (160 m)

Lowest point (30 m)

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Monday 13 July

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