Balls Head Reserve, McMahons Point

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The Balls Head Reserve is a forested headland nature reserve situated on Balls Head in Sydney. The headland is in Port Jackson, 1.5 kilometres (0.93 mi) west of the Sydney Harbour Bridge, between Berrys Bay to the east and Balls Head Bay to the west. It is named after Lieutenant Henry Lidgbird Ball, a Royal Naval officer who commanded HMS Supply on the First Fleet. The park is accessed via Balls Head Drive, Waverton, New South Wales, Australia.

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By Oldjack

As far as I could tell, Balls Head is not that well known but it is close to the city and a short train ride to Waverton and a stroll from there. The bush was natural and you get excellent views..... more

As far as I could tell, Balls Head is not that well known but it is close to the city and a short train ride to Waverton and a stroll from there. The bush was natural and you get excellent views..... more »
By O7875EOstephenb

I sometimes used to walk to Balls Head when I was working at North Sydney a few years ago. It was a pleasant quiet destination on a weekday. The view of the Bridge, city and harbour are...

I sometimes used to walk to Balls Head when I was working at North Sydney a few years ago. It was a pleasant quiet destination on a weekday. The view of the Bridge, city and harbour are... more »
By Sherallee H

I love history and nearby is the old coal loader and BP storage tank facility. Easy walking access to the area and lovely views of the city as well. The coal loader has lots of new signs explaining...

I love history and nearby is the old coal loader and BP storage tank facility. Easy walking access to the area and lovely views of the city as well. The coal loader has lots of new signs explaining... more »

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By Kunal Khambhayta

Easily accessible with a decent 5-7 mins walk from Waverton train station. The NYE fireworks was a spectacular view from this place though just as any other place, you need to come early to reserve the spot. We haven’t been here during the day but definitely would be a good view during the day too. Good gardens nearby for an easy stroll.

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By Daffodil Ktm

Went on 31 Dec 2022 to watch the most anticipated Fireworks of Sydney. Considered as the BEST in the world, but for me I take it better to watch from Darling Harbour. Overcrowded and so so view …Opera House is sort of blocked too. So Balls Head no no for New Years Eve🍀

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By Shoshanna B

dont tell anyone- it's a beautiful spot! Thanks to historical nurturing and its varied uses over time (the signage is good) ... perhaps Original Residents watched through the scrub as colonial Sydney made itself... good walks here and lots to think about in the quiet...

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By Jim Adams

Went for a nice run along the shore and found this small park, it was quiet and a perfect place to run and observe the downtown Sydney skyline. There were numerous trails and large flat rocky areas with unobstructed views. Very little vehicular traffic made it very friendly to runners, hikers and cyclists.

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By Michael P

Pleasant walk through a headland looking up the harbour towards the Harbour Bridge. Easy trails. Plenty of seating and areas to sit. Toilets available. Seems like a hangout for the Australian Water Dragon. They’re everywhere.

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