Royal National Park Coast Track
The Royal NP coast - sea cliffs, Wattamolla and Garie beaches, and the Figure Eight Pools
The route
The line through Sydney (Royal NP), NSW, Australia - waypoints, elevation and the day-by-day shape of the walk.
Waypoints
- 1Sydney (start)Trailhead
Start [interpolated - upgrade in research]
Approximate node - GPS and name to be upgraded in deeper research.
- 2Stage camp/villageCamp
Staging point (approx) [interpolated - upgrade in research]
Approximate node - GPS and name to be upgraded in deeper research.
- 3Stage camp/villageCamp
Staging point (approx) [interpolated - upgrade in research]
Approximate node - GPS and name to be upgraded in deeper research.
- 4EndTrailhead
End of route [interpolated - upgrade in research]
Approximate node - GPS and name to be upgraded in deeper research.
Season & conditions
Year-round
Coastal sun, wind; big swell danger at the rock pools
Open year-round; the Figure Eight Pools are only safe at low tide/low swell - many rescues. Confirm.
On the trail
Clifftop heath, beaches, rainforest gullies and lagoons
Non-technical walking/hiking; confirm any exposed or scrambly sections locally
Marked/waymarked route; navigation generally straightforward - carry a map and confirm locally
Suitable for reasonably fit hikers; not wheelchair accessible - confirm specifics
Popular
Day sections (Bundeena to Wattamolla); one long day for the fit
Getting there & staying
Bundeena (ferry from Cronulla) to Otford (train)
Cronulla ferry + train at the ends
Bush camping at North Era (booked)
Layered outdoor kit, sturdy footwear, sun/rain protection, ample water; patchy mobile coverage - carry a map/PLB where remote
Services in Sydney; limited or none on the trail
Not required; self-guided
Permits & safety
NSW Parks; overnight camping at North Era needs a booking; train access. Confirm.
Permits and operators change - confirm before booking.
The Figure Eight Pools swell/tide danger, cliff edges, heat
Retrace the route to exit; dial local emergency services; carry a means of calling for help where remote
This profile is desk research, compiled from public sources - not a first-hand trail report. Coordinates are approximate.