Dog-friendly hike · Sydney · NSW
Strickland Arboretum Track
Central Coast state-forest loop with rainforest and suspension bridge — popular Sydney day trip (~75 min drive).
Gosford · NSW
Photos are indicative — check on-site signs for current access and rules.
Rules to check
- State forest rules — keep dogs under effective control; leash recommended on bridge and busy sections.
- Check road conditions to upper carpark after heavy rain.
Facilities / notes
- Approx. 2.3 km loop
- Rainforest / arboretum
- Suspension bridge
- Day trip from Sydney
Typically managed under: Forestry Corporation NSW — confirm current rules on the council or parklands website.
This page is a starting point, not official council advice. Rules, times and seasonal bans change without notice.