Hidden Lindfield Revealed
The Lindfield Rocks area with its multi-coloured wall of rocks topped with large gum trees make this an inspiring bush setting. Below the rocks is the well-known Two Creeks Track that follows Gordon Creek, a creek of mossy boulders and rock platforms… and a few surprises too!
**This walk is not recommended after very heavy rains as the Gordon Creek may be too high to explore the side trips.
Lindfield Rocks
It had been many years since I had visited the Lindfield Rocks. They are impressive, even more so than I remembered.
We approached the rocks from a track on the eastern side of the tennis courts near Lindfield Oval. Follow the track through bush and down some stairs to the Lindfield Rocks area.
It is worth spending a little time exploring and enjoying this area…. a perfect picnic spot too, with no shortage of rocks to sit on.
Please note, this is a rock-climbing destination, and while it was quiet when we visited mid-week, it may be busy on weekends and holidays.
Beyond the Lindfield Rocks
Below Lindfield Rocks is the Two Creeks Track which extends all the way to Echo Park in Roseville. The walk I am describing will only explore a small part of the track, with some interesting side trips down to the beautiful mossy Gordon Creek.
After leaving The Rocks area the path bends sharply to the left, just beyond a trail marker and a metal pole. Follow the track left, downhill to join the Two Creeks Track, which continues from a fire road off Archbold Rd. Turn right on reaching the fire road/track.
1. Side Trip to Gordon Creek & Tunnel (optional)
After following the fire road from Archbold Rd for a few hundred metres you will see some stairs on the left, they lead down to Gordon Creek and a tunnel under Archbold Rd.
You don’t need to enter the tunnel, but if water levels are low it is an eerie enjoyable walk. While the tunnel walkway seems to be in good condition, the creek is right at the edge of the path, so hold onto the railing as you make your way through in the dim light.
Return to the main fire road to continue this walk.
2. Side Trip to Gordon Creek & Waterfall
A further few hundred metres down the fire road you should hear the sounds of a small waterfall. Look for a bush track on the left, the first one you come to will lead down to a beautiful mossy creek area.
Return to the main fire road to continue this walk.
3. Side Trip to Gordon Creek Track & Stepping Stones
Continue down the fire road until you see the signpost for Gordon Creek Track on the left. This is a fabulous side track that leads down to the creek with its perfectly placed stepping stones and creek banks covered in ferns and lush vegetation… in all stages of life!
We even took a little detour on the way down to the stepping stones and discovered some unexpected kitchen items hidden away in the bush. 🙂
Information
Where: Lindfield Rocks & Two Creeks Track – Lindfield – Lower North Shore
Walk: 1 – 2 hours – easy-medium grade
NOT Dog Friendly: Some parts of this walk are in Garigal National Park where dogs are not permitted.
Official Web-Site: Two Creeks Tracks
Open: Every day – no entry fees
Getting there:Â Start at the tennis courts at Lindfield Oval.
Turn off Archbold Rd onto Tryon Rd & take the first left up a narrow road to the tennis courts.
Visit: Explore Lower North Shore
Map Lindfield Rocks
