Just minutes from downtown Sydney, Baille Ard offers a quiet woodland escape tucked right into the heart of the city. The trail is a popular spot for students, dog walkers, and anyone needing a quick dose of nature without leaving town.
This is a gentle and well-maintained series of looped trails winding through 70 acres of protected Acadian forest. The path follows two clear brooks, crosses boardwalks and small bridges, and passes interpretive signs that make it ideal for learning on the go or just slowing down and listening to the woods.
With over 5 km of trail maintained by local volunteers, Baille Ard is a great place to stretch your legs, spot songbirds, or snap a photo of mushrooms growing beneath the mossy roots. It’s the kind of trail you’ll want to return to each season to see what’s changed.