Garigal National Park, National park north of Sydney, Australia.
Garigal National Park is a protected area north of Sydney where sandstone valleys are shaped by creeks flowing through native forests. The landscape combines steep gullies, bushland, and open areas that shelter kangaroos, birds, and smaller native creatures.
The park was created in 1991 and expanded in 2004 to protect larger areas of the landscape. This growth allowed conservation efforts to cover more land and safeguard habitats that had become increasingly threatened by nearby development.
The land holds deep meaning for the Kaurna people, who have maintained a presence here for thousands of years, visible through their marked sites across the valleys. Walking through the park, you encounter places where they left records of their lives on stone.
The park has several entry points with clearly marked trails that let you explore different sections at your own pace. Some routes are steep and challenging, while others are gentler, so you can choose according to your fitness level and time available.
Many walking trails in the park follow routes that Indigenous people used for centuries to travel through the landscape. Hikers today walk along the same pathways, creating a direct connection with the ways people moved through these valleys long ago.
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