West Head army track
Northern Beaches, NSW
Steep historic track with ladders down West Head's eastern face to a WWII army battery above Broken Bay.
About this place
This 450m one-way track follows the route WWII soldiers used to supply West Head battery, which guarded Broken Bay with two 4.7-inch ex-naval guns, an observation post, ammunition stores and searchlights. Some sections are so steep you climb ladders — use three points of contact and face the ladder. Return the same way through casuarina forest favoured by glossy black-cockatoos. Guided battery tours via Kalkari Discovery Centre (02) 9472 9300. Allow 1–1.5 hours return. OSM West Head Lookout start: 33.57914°S 151.30924°E.
Access & getting there
Starts at West Head lookout. $12 vehicle entry. Gates lock overnight. Steep ladders — not a family stroll.
West Head Lookout, West Head Rd, Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park NSW 2084
Safety notes
Ladders and steep steps. Face the ladder and keep three points of contact. Cliff edges at the battery. Not suitable in wet or high fire danger.
Gear notes
Sturdy footwear with grip. Hands free for ladders. Drinking water.
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