| Balls Head Reserve from Waverton Station |
| The first 700 metres of the walk are along Ball’s Head Road with stunning views over Ball’s Head Bay and Berry’s Bay. We pass HMAS Waterhen and the former Coal Loader. Outside the Coal Loader there is an Aboriginal engraving of a whale. Entering Ball’s Head Reserve we pass through a forest of Angophora costata (Sydney Red Gums) whose twisted limbs will remind you of illustrations from a fairy tale. The Old Quarantine Depot can be seen before the track descends nearer the shore line to a 12 metre long Aboriginal occupation shelter. Many Aboriginal artefacts have been excavated from this site. At the end of Ball’s Head there are extensive views to be appreciated of many aspects of Sydney Harbour including a panorama of the city skyline and Darling Harbour, the Harbour Bridge and Goat Island. The Flagpole Picnic Ground marks the highest point west of the Harbour Bridge. From here a track along the west side of the peninsula provides an opportunity to see the imposing sandstone cliffs at close range. The return walk to Waverton Station is via parkland created on the former BP Berry's Bay Oil Terminal. This part of the walk provides more stunning views of the Harbour |  |
Length |
3.1 kilometres | |
Grade |
Easy to Medium. Some rough sections and steep stairs to climb | |
Duration |
Three hours | |
| Tour Price | $120.00 | |
| Things to Bring | Wear comfortable shoes and a hat. Bring sunscreen and wet weather gear and warm clothing if weather conditions are unfavourable |
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