Sydney Harbour National Park

Sydney Harbour National Park protects various islands and foreshore areas around one of the world's most famous harbours. It contains rare pockets of the bushland which was once common around Sydney, and in these remnants you'll find a surprising range of native animals living in the park.

But beyond the scenery, there's a lot of history, mystery and cultural heritage waiting to be discovered and explored. You'll find buildings constructed with convict labour; historic maritime and military installations; and the Quarantine Station which used to protect Sydneysiders from infectious diseases. You'll also find many Aboriginal sites - signposts of an ancient cultural heritage that still lives on, despite the devastating impact of colonisation.

Sydney Harbour National Park - getting the balance right

We are rethinking the way Sydney Harbour National Park is managed. You can have your say by following this link www.sydneyharbourpom.net.au.

Sydney Harbour National Park and sea level rise

NPWS commissed reports by the DECCW Coastal Unit to investigate the potential impacts of sea level rise on Fort Denison [09698FortDenSeaLevRiseStudy.pdf, 1.3MB] and Goat Island [09699GoatIsSeaLevRiseStudy.pdf, 1.5MB] in SHNP. Both sites contain significant heritage buildings as well as jetties and wharves which are likely to be impacted by rising sea levels. The reports indicate that the predicted sea level rise is likely to have a significant impact on management and maintenance as well as visitor access at both sites.

Get your copy of the Sydney Harbour National Park brochure

The Sydney Harbour National Park brochure offers park highlights, things to see and do, places to stay, venues to hire and detailed maps of North Head, Middle and Georges Heads, Dobroyd Head, Bradleys Head, South Head and Nielsen Park, as well as information about the Harbour Islands. Download the park brochure (PDF - 2MB) or phone 1300 361 967 to order a printed copy.

Sectors in this park (see map below): Bradleys Head | Nielsen Park | North Head | South Head |