Forest Bathing Walk at Lane Cove with Forest Minds
Difficulty
easy
Duration
3 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for all fitness levels; gentle, slow-paced walk with minimal elevation changes.
Overview
Find calm on a three-hour Forest Bathing walk along the Lane Cove River with Forest Minds. This gentle trail guides you into nature mindfulness for deep relaxation and sensory awareness.
Forest Bathing Walk at Lane Cove National Park
Aged 12+ • Duration: 3 Hours | Saturdays & Sundays
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About This Adventure
Experience the tranquility of Forest Bathing (Shinrin-yoku) as you immerse yourself in nature for three hours. Engage your senses on a gentle riverside trail, promoting deep relaxation and self-awareness. This unique journey fosters a profound connection with the environment, making it a memorable escape for all fitness levels.
Slow Down | Deep Breathing | Connect With Nature
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About
Forest Bathing (Shinrin-yoku) is the practice of immersion in the forest, actively engaging each of your five senses, and consciously connecting with what’s happening in the forest around you. When practicing Shinrin-yoku, we feel more deeply connected to nature and our own bodies through conscious awareness of our senses responding to the environment.
Expected Benefits
- Reduce stress/anxiety
- Improve mood
- Deep relaxation
- Awareness within self
Duration
3 Hours
Distance
1.2km (one way)
About the trail
A gentle, beautiful riverside fauna walk with mostly flat trail including a few easy steps up towards to a rock plateau and then back down to the main track.
Followed by an easy down hill walk and crossing a small creek near the end.
Available to all levels of fitness.
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Meeting Place
Cottonwood Glen Picnic Area (No.13) - Lane Cove National Park, NSW (Entrance is from Millwood Avenue or Delhi Rd)
The entrance gate opens at 9am.
*** Please pay the park entry ticket $8 at the entrance gate or at the ticketing machine allocates in Cottonwood Glen Picnic Area.
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After the gate, keep driving about 2km until you will see the sign on your right side.
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What to bring :
- Hat
- Sunscreen
- Water
- Insect repellent
- Light/Rain jacket (depends on weather)
In Winter, please bring a warm jacket.
Please wear...
- Good/sturdy walking shoes (no sandals or high heels)
- Trousers if possible
- Comfortable clothing
- Socks to cover ankle
Adventure Tips
Wear sturdy, closed shoes
The trail includes uneven rock steps and a creek crossing, so sturdy footwear ensures safe, comfortable walking.
Bring insect repellent
Lane Cove’s riverside trails often harbor mosquitoes and bugs, so repellent helps keep distractions at bay.
Carry water and sunscreen
Hydrate during the walk and protect your skin, especially on sunny days along exposed sections of the trail.
Dress for the weather
Layer clothing to adapt; a light rain jacket is useful in spring and fall, while warm gear is needed in winter.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Rainbow lorikeets fluttering through the eucalyptus canopy
- Eastern water dragons basking near the riverbanks
History
Lane Cove National Park was officially established in 1938 to protect one of Sydney’s last remaining natural bushland corridors along the Lane Cove River.
Conservation
The park emphasizes sustainable use to preserve native species and habitats, encouraging visitors to minimize impact by sticking to marked trails.
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Recommended Gear
Sturdy walking shoes
Provides traction and foot protection for the varied terrain including rocks and creek crossings.
Insect repellent
Helps prevent bites in the bushy, riverside environment during warmer months.
spring|summer specific
Water bottle
Maintains hydration through the three-hour immersive experience.
Light rain jacket
Useful for protection against sudden showers along the trail.
spring|fall specific