Bidjigal Reserve - Platypus Track
Bidjigal Reserve - Platypus Track is a dog-friendly park in Castle Hill with plenty of shade.
Dog rules
Under the Companion Animals Act 1998, dogs must be on-leash at all times in all parks and public places. Dogs are prohibited within 10 metres of children's playground equipment and food preparation areas, from active sports fields during organised sport, public bathing areas, school grounds, and child care centres. Dog faeces must be removed immediately. (Source: The Hills Shire Council — Stay out of the Doghouse, thehills.nsw.gov.au.)
At a glance
Before you go
- 💧No confirmed drinking water — bring your own to be safe.
- 🗑Poo bags not confirmed — best to bring your own.
What people say
A great trail to relax a bit within the city. I found the place very beautiful and clean. I loved that dogs are allowed. I’ll definitely bring my dog to explore it soon. 💗
A perfect way to wrap up the year. On the last day of the year, my son and I chose the Bidjigal Reserve walk and it turned out to be one of the best walks we’ve done recently. We started on the Platypus Track and then continued onto the Burraga Track (around 5 km). The walk is immersed in nature, with birds chirping throughout, well-marked trails, and no risk of losing your way. It’s an easy to moderate walk; walking poles are handy in parts. Being mostly shaded and within the reserve, it’s suitable even in peak summer, though it’s best to avoid during flood warnings. Highly recommended for a peaceful, refreshing bush walk close to Sydney.
Lovely trail!! I would recommend starting on the left side of the trail to get more incline action
Beautiful bushland escape with peaceful trails and plenty of wildlife. Some paths need better signage, but overall a great nature spot!
I had 7 km bushwalking in this beautiful track, quite place with sound of water and birds, highly recommend.
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