Royal National Park

National park Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
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What to expect

The Royal National Park is a protected national park located in the southern portion of Sydney, New South Wales, Australia. It is the world's second-oldest national park, established in 1879, and features a wide variety of terrain, including beaches, littoral rainforest, and ancient Aboriginal sites. The park is home to abundant wildlife, waterfalls, and wildflowers, and offers many opportunities for outdoor activities such as bushwalking, cycling, surfing, and whale watching. The park has several walking and cycling trails, including the 26km Coast Track, which takes in scenic views of the coastline and passes through forest and bushland. The park is also popular for picnics, family days out, and camping, with several campsites available, including Bonnie Vale, North Era, and Uloola Falls

Plan your family visit to the Royal National Park with these blog insights 👇

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8 Fabulous Family Day Trips from Sydney By Car

8 Fabulous Family Day Trips from Sydney By Car
This family's experience:

Activities: We explored the park's extensive network of walking trails, visited iconic sites such as the Figure Eight Pools or the Wedding Cake Rock, and enjoyed a refreshing swim at one of the park's picturesque beaches

Highlights: The kids loved the unique rock formations and coastal views, and we all enjoyed the sand, surf and sun ✨