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29 carefully curated photography spots with GPS coordinates, shooting tips, and local insights
Small roadside lookout with sweeping views over the Lane Cove River valley and surrounding Sydney bushland — great for wide landscape panoramas, river reflections, and birdlife. Easy access from Quarter Sessions Rd with roadside parking and a short paved path; no entry fee. Best at golden hour (sunrise for soft light across the valley; sunset for dramatic skies and silhouettes). Weekdays are quieter; bring insect repellent in warmer months.
Leafy bushland along the Lane Cove River section of the Great North Walk offers intimate forest compositions, sandstone ledges, river reflections and elevated boardwalks. Photograph winding river curves, fig and eucalyptus trunks, ripples after rain, and birdlife. Best at golden hour or after light rain for saturated greens and mirror-like water; weekday mornings have fewer walkers. Access via Pennant Hills trailheads with limited parking or by train/bus + short walk. No entry fee; follow park r
Small wildlife sanctuary specializing in koalas, kangaroos and native birds. Photograph close-up koala portraits in shaded eucalyptus enclosures, roaming kangaroos in open paddocks, and birdlife around ponds. Best on weekday mornings for soft light, active animals and fewer visitors. Accessible paths, onsite parking and paid entry; flash and loud noises are discouraged. Compact site—bring a telephoto for natural behavior and a fast zoom for low light.
Bellamy Fire Trail threads through Sydney’s Pennant Hills ridge offering wooded eucalypt corridors, sandstone outcrops and elevated vantage points for sweeping suburban skyline and valley views. Best at golden hour or after light rain (saturated greens, dramatic clouds). Trail is unpaved but well-marked—suitable for hikers and trail runners; wear boots and bring insect repellent. No entry fee; parking available near Pennant Hills Park/Reserve. Weekday mornings are quiet; expect native birds and,
Compact Sydney hinterland reserve with sandstone ridges, eucalypt woodland, creeklines and seasonal wildflowers — good for landscape, intimate nature and bird photography. Best at sunrise/sunset for warm light and long shadows; after rain for flowing creek shots. Accessible via short walking tracks from the carpark at the reserve entrance (no entry fee). Trails can be uneven—wear boots. Respect that this is on Dharug Country and keep to paths to protect vegetation.
Small hilltop park with panoramic suburban and distant Sydney skyline vistas, open lawn, native trees and lookout points—ideal for skyline, golden‑hour and night photography. Easy roadside parking on Beecroft Rd, no entry fee; paths are short but partly uneven. Best at sunrise or sunset for warm light and at night for city lights; weekdays and early mornings avoid local families and walkers.
A short bushland creek-side walk through Sydney’s Cherrybrook reserve with shady eucalypts, boardwalks, rock pools and small cascades—great for intimate nature, stream long-exposures, bird and macro shots. Best at golden hour or after rain when the creek flows and colours deepen. Easy access from Shepherds Drive with limited roadside parking; no entry fee. Paths include boardwalks and some uneven dirt; suitable for most photographers but bring mosquito repellent and waterproof shoes.
Small suburban parkland featuring layered ponds, boardwalks, reed beds and waterbird activity—great for reflective water shots, intimate nature frames and wide compositions with eucalyptus backdrops. Easy access with free parking and paved paths; no entry fee. Best at sunrise or golden hour for warm light and calm water; weekdays and early mornings have few visitors. Weather: sheltered but can be windy; bring a polariser. Family-friendly local spot with community events occasionally.
Bold, community-focused mural on a street-facing wall offering vivid color and graphic detail—ideal for wide-context shots and tight detail studies. Street-level, easily accessible from the sidewalk with free street parking nearby; no entry fees. Best light is early morning or late afternoon for softer shadows; weekdays are quieter. Reflects local identity—good for environmental portraiture and texture-rich abstracts.
Small bushland park on a Hornsby escarpment offering sandstone outcrops, native eucalypts, a creek and valley outlooks — great for intimate landscapes, textural rock studies and seasonal foliage. Best at golden hour for warm light and long shadows; weekday mornings are quieter. Easy street parking on Northcote Rd, no entry fee; paths are a mix of paved and natural so wear boots. Respect signage and local Aboriginal heritage sites if present.
Erlestoke Park offers rolling grassy slopes, scattered trees and suburban skyline views—good for open-landscape shots, tree silhouettes and local birdlife. Best at golden hour or just after sunrise for soft light and long shadows. Easily accessible by car with street parking and no entry fee; paths are walkable, family-friendly and suitable for quick shoots. Weekday mornings are quieter; watch for local dog walkers and weekend activity.
Kenley Park is a leafy suburban reserve with native eucalypts, creeklines, walking paths and picnic clearings — ideal for intimate landscape and nature shots, seasonal colours and birdlife. Best at golden hour or after rain for reflections and saturated greens. Easy walking trails, roadside parking on Pennant Hills Rd, no entry fee; expect local families and dog-walkers on weekends.
Small riverside park with mature trees, shady lawns, walking paths and a playground — ideal for intimate nature scenes, candid family/street portraits and seasonal foliage shots. Best at golden hour or soft overcast light. Easily accessible from Hornsby (short walk from station), street parking nearby; no entry fee. Weekday mornings are quieter; expect locals and families on weekends.
Westminster Park is a compact suburban green space with open lawns, mature trees, walking paths and a playground—good for intimate landscape, nature and family-scene photography. Best at golden hour/sunset for warm side-light on trees and low contrast; after rain for puddle reflections. Easy access from David Rd with street parking and no entry fee; mostly flat terrain and good for quick visits or scouting on weekdays to avoid families and sport groups.
Small suburban reserve dominated by tall eucalyptus stands, walking paths, open lawns and a playground—ideal for intimate nature compositions, tree textures, birdlife and peaceful landscape frames. Best at golden hour (sunrise or late afternoon) for warm backlight through gum canopies; weekday mornings are quiet. Easy street parking on Tallgums Ave, level paths for accessibility; no entry fee. Seasonal bird activity and changing light through foliage make it special for mood shots.
Riverside park along the Hawkesbury/Peats Ferry corridor offering river vistas, sandstone platforms, mature trees and picnic areas — great for tranquil waterscapes, reflections and environmental portraits. No entry fee; informal parking on Peats Ferry Rd and nearby street parking. Best at sunrise or late afternoon for warm light and calmer water; weekdays are quieter. Easy walking paths and some steps; respect local Dharug heritage and community gatherings.
Small suburban park with ponds, creek lines, native trees and manicured lawns—good for intimate landscape, waterscape and bird photography. Visit at golden hour or early morning for soft light, reflections and active birdlife. Easy access from Yarrara Rd with on-street parking; no entry fees. Weekdays are quiet; expect dog walkers and families on weekends. Paths and bridges offer layered compositions and foreground interest.
A playful hedged-topiary sculpture shaped like a hedgehog in suburban Cherrybrook—great for quirky portrait-style shots, environmental portraits with locals, and detail textures of clipped foliage. Easy access from the street with free public parking nearby; no entry fee. Visit at golden hour for warm side-light or on overcast days to capture fine texture without harsh shadows. Weekday mornings are quieter; compact park setting makes handheld shooting practical.
A small bushland rock outcrop and reserve in Cherrybrook offering textured stone surfaces, native eucalypts and creekside details — good for intimate landscape, nature and bird photography. Best at golden hour or after rain when colors and reflections pop. Easily accessible from suburban parking; no entry fee. Expect uneven paths and some stairs — wear boots. Weekday mornings are quieter; pack insect repellent in warmer months.
Small riverside park on the Hornsby Creek corridor with native eucalypts, sandstone edges and a creek-side path — good for intimate landscape, water reflections and local flora. Easy access from Albert St with nearby street parking and public transport (Hornsby station). Best light at golden hour or after rain for saturated colours; weekdays and early mornings minimize walkers. Paths are mostly flat and wheelchair-friendly.
Small urban bushland park with native trees, creek lines and picnic lawns—good for intimate nature shots, birdwatching and close-up flora. Visit at golden hour or early morning for soft light and active birds; weekdays are quieter. Easy street access on Pretoria Parade, free entry and roadside parking; mostly flat paths but check for muddy sections after rain. Local community space with seasonal wildflowers and candid lifestyle opportunities.
Small suburban reserve with grassy slopes, eucalyptus stands and playground features — good for intimate landscape and nature shots, candid family/street-style portraits, and birding. Best at golden hour or early morning for soft light and fewer people; late afternoon can yield warm backlight through gum leaves. Easy access from West Pennant Hills with street parking, no entry fee, and mostly flat, wheelchair-friendly paths. Expect local dog walkers and families; respect privacy and leash rules.
Small, family-friendly park featuring the Ginger Meggs statue, playground, mature trees and valley outlooks — ideal for character portraits, documentary shots of local life and low-key landscape frames. Best at golden hour or late afternoon for warm light; weekdays mornings are quieter. Easy access from Hornsby Station (short walk) and street parking on Valley Rd; no entry fee and paths are wheelchair friendly. Great for capturing Aussie comic-culture iconography and community scenes.
Small suburban reserve with native bush, a creek and rock platforms—great for intimate landscape, creek reflections, eucalypt textures and local birdlife. Easy access off Quarter Sessions Rd with street parking, no entry fee. Best at golden hour or early morning for soft light and fewer people; expect Australian bush sounds and occasional walkers. Paths are mostly unpaved—good walking shoes and insect repellent recommended.
Small suburban reserve with open lawns, mature eucalypts and walking paths—good for intimate nature scenes, tree compositions, local birdlife and family-styled park portraits. No entry fee; street parking on Kanangra Crescent and flat paved paths make it accessible. Best light is golden hour and after rain when foliage is rich; weekdays or early mornings avoid families and dog-walkers.
A small suburban green space with shady native trees, walking paths and lawns — good for intimate landscape, nature and lifestyle shots. Best at golden hour or soft overcast light; spring brings blossoms and active birdlife. Easy street parking on Woodcrest Pl and flat, accessible paths; no entry fees. Weekday mornings are quieter. Respect local residents and leash rules for dogs.
Small suburban park with rolling lawns, native trees and playground elements—good for intimate landscape, nature and family-scene photography. Golden hour and late-afternoon light bring warm tones; after rain offers saturated greens and puddle reflections. Easy street parking on Carmen Crescent, flat paved paths for wheelchair access; no entry fees. Best visited at weekday mornings or evenings to avoid families and sports groups.
Small suburban park with ponds, native bushland and playgrounds offering intimate nature and family-scenes. Best at golden hour for warm light and pond reflections; weekdays or early mornings minimize families. Easy access from Bishop Ave with free street parking; no entry fee. Expect local birdlife and walking tracks—good for close-up nature, environmental portraits, and calm landscape frames.