Bald Face Point Reserve
Bald Face Point Reserve is a bushland reserve at the end of Stuart Street, Blakehurst, on the Georges River. Its standout feature is a lookout over the river, with a small rock climbing cliff below it, and the reserve also has picnic areas, BBQs, a playground and toilets.
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About Bald Face Point Reserve
Lookout and Walking Loop at Bald Face Point Reserve
Bald Face Point Reserve has a short walking loop that covers about 0.3 miles and takes 0.5 to 1 hour to complete. From the track, walkers get views over the Georges River toward Kangaroo Point. The reserve's main viewpoint is a lookout over the river, which sits directly above the small cliff used for climbing. The loop suits anyone who wants a short outdoor walk with water views.
Picnic, BBQ and Family Facilities at Bald Face Point Reserve
Bald Face Point Reserve has picnic areas and BBQs, so visitors can cook and eat a meal outdoors. A shelter gives cover from the weather during a picnic. The reserve has a playground for children, which makes it practical for a family day out, and toilets and drinking water mean visitors can stay for several hours without leaving. Fishing access and a heritage site are also among the reserve's features.
Rock Climbing at Bald Face Point Reserve
Bald Face Point Reserve has a small cliff directly below the lookout that offers rock climbing. The cliff was once a sandstone quarry and has roughly 15 routes. Climbers reach it by scrambling down the left side from the lookout. The rock can be brittle when wet and gets sandy after rain. The crag suits beginners and indoor climbers trying outdoor climbing for the first time.
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Visitor tips for Bald Face Point Reserve
- ✓Bring a bag for rubbish, because litter washes up on the shore.
- ✓Climbers should pack a brush to clean sandy holds.
- ✓Plan climbing sessions around the afternoon sun that reaches the cliff.
Getting to Bald Face Point Reserve
Bald Face Point Reserve is at the southern end of Stuart Street, Blakehurst NSW 2221. A carpark sits at the end of the street, and the lookout is reached after the carpark. The Stuart Street at Gold Street bus stop is about 382 metres away.
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- 📍Georges River
- 📍Kangaroo Point
- 📍Todd Park
Frequently asked questions about Bald Face Point Reserve
Is there a playground at Bald Face Point Reserve?
Yes, children have a playground to use alongside the picnic and BBQ facilities.
Can I have a BBQ or picnic at Bald Face Point Reserve?
Yes, the reserve has BBQs, picnic areas and a shelter for cover.
Are there toilets and drinking water at Bald Face Point Reserve?
Yes, both are available, which makes a longer stay easy.
Is there parking at Bald Face Point Reserve?
Yes, cars can use the carpark where Stuart Street ends.
Can you rock climb at Bald Face Point Reserve?
Yes, a former sandstone quarry below the lookout has roughly 15 routes suited to beginners.