| Things
to do in the park
Picnics
and barbecues
There
are over 40 designated picnic areas in Lane Cove National Park.
Many are large cleared areas beside the river. A few have more
bushland settings.
Some
can be reserved by ringing the Caravan Park on 9888 9160. See
Picnic Bookings
for full information
Fireplaces
and barbecues are provided or visitors can use portable barbecues
in open areas. Please bring your own wood. During total fire bans,
no fires, barbecues or gas appliances are allowed.
Walking
- click here for details
Bike
riding - click here for details
Boating
The Lane Cove Boatshed has boats and bikes for hire or you can bring
your own kayak or canoe to explore the Lane Cove River upstream
from the weir. Note that ususally the boatshed is only open on weekends
and public holidays.
You can hire:
- rowboats
- kayaks
- canoes
- pedalboats
- pushbikes
Click
here for the Boatshed website and details
Fishing
There are restrictions on fishing in the park. Fishing
is prohibited around the weir between Little Blue Gum Creek and
the boatshed and there are other limitations upstream from the boatshed.
Further information is available from the park office.
Swimming
Due to snags, cold deep water and poor water quality after
rain, swimming in Lane Cove River is not advised. |
