Walk Information and Registration
5 Lands Walk
9 kms of free cultural activities, great walking and beautiful views
The Route from MacMasters Beach to Terrigal
Click here to view and download the route map.
Although the route is signposted, you may wish to bring the map with you on the day.
To avoid delays on the day pre register by telephoning 4343 4444 or email info@5landswalk.com.au Scroll down to view registration forms and Map.
5 Lands Walk and Wildlife Accommodation Packages
Overnight Specials
Transport - Bus Timetable
We are pleased to provide a free shuttle bus service throughout the day of the Walk.
- Coaches run from the Haven Seafood Cafe situated in the Haven Terrigal continuously to MacMasters Beach between 7 - 10am
- Shuttle busses connect the 5 Lands during the rest of the day
- Bus Stops are adjacentto each surfclub, Haven Seafood Cafe & Captain Cook Lookout
- Last bus leaves Terrigal surfclub to drop off at each land at 4pm
If you intend to complete the whole walk, we suggest you leave your car at Terrigal Haven, and take the shuttle bus to MacMasters Beach, then complete the walk and collect your car at Terrigal. There is limited parking available at MacMasters Beach.
If you want to visit a few of the lands, or want to complete only part of the walk, our shuttle bus service should make it easy for you to do so.
These time are not fixed and the timetable will be varied depending on demand.
Registration is free - there is no fee to undertake the Walk or particpate in any of the activities on the day.
Forms to be received by email info@5landswalk.com.au no later than noon Friday 17 June, otherwise bring signed form with you on the day.
Preregistration is highly recommended by downloading the Registration Form .
Return your signed pre registered form to avoid delays on the day of the event.
1) Scan signed form and email info@5landswalk.com.au or
2) Post signed form to 5 Lands Walk C/- Central Coast Tourism, PO Box 7177 Kariong NSW 2250
3) or take signed form into The Entrance Visitor Information Centre - (Marine Parade), Gosford Visitor Information Centre (200 Mann Street) or Kariong Visitor Information Centre 52 The Avenue, Mt Penang Parklands, Kariong).
Map - Click to view larger version
ON THE DAY - Proceed to the express pre registered desk at MacMasters Beach to have your name:/s marked off and receive your wristband.
Parents and guardians - please sign on behalf of the children in your care.
If you would like to receive a form in the mail telephone Central Coast Tourism (02) 4343 4444 or 1300 132 975 and request a 5 Lands Walk registration form to be posted to you.
On the day, registration for walkers will be at MacMasters Beach SLSC from 7 am to 11am. However visitors may join in at any spot along the journey. Pre-registration speeds things up for you at MacMasters Beach.
By registering for the 5 Lands Walk you agree and understand the conditions of participation / disclaimer.
Disclaimer
Participants need to be aware that parts of this walk are on natural or unformed bush tracks and you need to take appropriate care. 5 Lands Inc or any associated entity accepts no responsibility for any personal injury or property damage. All persons participate in this Walk at their own risk.
And please remember, the event is operated by volunteers from our community, operating on a very limited budget. Please understand if things go haywire from time to time or don't go quite according to plan. Being flexible and tolerant is part of the Spirit of the 5 Lands Walk.
Accessibility
The 5 Lands Walk uses informal walking tracks between MacMasters Beach and Terrigal. Large sections of the Walk present a physical challenge that mean they may not be suitable for wheelchairs, strollers and those who use walkimng aids. However there should be access to many of cultural events at each of the Lands.
There will be an accessible toilet available at the surf club of each Land (except MacMasters Beach which has ramp access to the club building but no specific wheelchair accessible toilet). There will be at least one accessible car space available in each surf club car park (you will need to display your disabled parking scheme permit). Beach wheelchairs will be made available at each Land and if you require the use of one please ask one of the 5 Lands Walk officials
On the day *
Bring a small bag for your rubbish. Please don't litter our beaches, bushland and communities.
* Watch where you walk - look out for slippery surfaces and when you cross the road.
* Keep alert to children with you.
* Wear comfortable clothes and walking shoes. Layering your clothes so you can comfortably adjust your clothing depending on the weather as the day progresses is a good idea.
* Don't forget to throw in a bottle of water, a jumper and raincoat - and of course - your camera.
* Slip! Slop! Slap!
* Take nothing but photographs, leave nothing but footprints.
* Above all, enjoy the experience and do it at your own pace!
The weather
It is winter, and the weather can be brilliant - warm and sunny - or it can be cold, windy and rainy.
We've experienced it all, over the years - but the 5 Lands Walk goes on - regardless. In 2009, the MacMasters Beach pre-schoolers doing a firedance in the pouring rain and howling wind said a lot about the Spirit of the 5 Lands Walk.
And so did the beautiful weather in 2010, with the whales putting on a great display.
If the weather turns nasty, the event is still on and we'll adjust things to deal with whatever happens. So be prepared and come along, regardless - although a volcano at Avoca Beach may stop us - until the ash clears!!!
So bring a sun hat and a rain coat, and be prepared to be flexible if the weather throws a few obstacles at us.
Dogs are only permitted on leads in certain parts of the route, however there are many beach and public areas along the route that are "dogs prohibited beaches".
Walk details
Walk Length: Approximately 9km
Walk Duration: Approximately 4 hours (brisk walking with
minimal stops). Approximately 6.5 hours (easy walking with
leisurely scenic stops and refreshment breaks).