Shipwrights Bay Reserve
Shipwrights Bay Reserve is a 6.3-acre waterfront natural reserve in Blakehurst. Its most notable feature is a coastal loop trail around the headland with views over Shipwrights Bay and the Georges River. The reserve also has a lookout point and a staircase down to a small beach, and is home to kookaburras and cockatoos.
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About Shipwrights Bay Reserve
Walking Trails at Shipwrights Bay Reserve
Shipwrights Bay Reserve has scenic trails and well-maintained paths for walkers and runners, with options of varying difficulty. Its coastal loop is rated moderately challenging and gives waterfront views along the circuit. After crossing the forest path, walkers reach a lookout point facing the entrance to the sea. From the track, a staircase descends to a small beach that disappears during high tide, when it is mostly accessible by boat.
Dog Rules at Shipwrights Bay Reserve
Shipwrights Bay Reserve is not a designated off-leash area, so dogs must stay on a leash. Georges River Council lists the reserve among its declared wildlife protection areas, where leashed dogs are permitted on formed tracks, pathways or roads. Council rules keep dogs out of the area within 10 metres of playground and BBQ areas. Council rangers can seize and remove cats or dogs found off-leash in Category 2 wildlife protection areas, and fines apply.
Wildlife at Shipwrights Bay Reserve
Shipwrights Bay Reserve is home to kookaburras, lorikeets and cockatoos, and lizards and insects live among its lush greenery. Birdwatching is one of the main activities at the reserve, alongside walking, running and picnicking. The waterfront setting beside the Georges River supports a range of wildlife along the coastline. Quiet walks along the trails at Shipwrights Bay Reserve give the best chance of spotting birds and reptiles.
Facilities at Shipwrights Bay Reserve
Visitor tips for Shipwrights Bay Reserve
- ✓Plan to visit the small beach at low tide.
Getting to Shipwrights Bay Reserve
29-31 Coogarah St, Blakehurst NSW 2221. Enter at the end of Gold Street, where the coastal loop begins and ends. The staircase down to the beach is about 5 minutes' walk from the end of Gold Street.
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- 📍Kyle Bay
- 📍Georges River
Frequently asked questions about Shipwrights Bay Reserve
Can I take my dog to Shipwrights Bay Reserve?
Yes, but only on a leash and on the formed tracks, as it is not an off-leash area.
Is there a beach at Shipwrights Bay Reserve?
Yes, a small beach sits below the track, but high tide covers it.
How hard is the walk at Shipwrights Bay Reserve?
The coastal loop is moderately challenging, and the reserve also has easier paths.
When is the best time to visit Shipwrights Bay Reserve?
Spring and autumn are the best seasons to visit.
What wildlife can I see at Shipwrights Bay Reserve?
Look out for kookaburras, lorikeets, cockatoos, lizards and insects.