Dulwich Hill Bicycle Club - Royal National Park

Ride Description

Royal National Park (RNP) runs on the last Sunday of the month, leaving The Square at 6:00am sharp. This ride follows one of Sydney's favourite cycling routes, offering coastal views and lush greenery. The bunch heads through Brighton-Le-Sands, across Captain Cook Bridge, through Sutherland and then down through Audley into the park itself and out through Waterfall before returning again through Brighton-Le-Sands to Marrickville for coffee.

There are limited spots to refill water or take a break on this ride. The first stop is only after the park at Waterfall, once you’ve ridden 50km and climbed both Artillery Hill and Waterfall Hill. There is an opportunity to refill your water bottle here. Otherwise, the next stop is the 7-Eleven in Sutherland, around 70km, where there are toilet facilities, and you can refill your water bottle or purchase a snack.

This ride is recommended for riders who are experienced with bunch riding and regularly do Eastern Hills and 28's Waterfall, as it is a longer ride with some big climbs and technical descents. The bunch will regroup at the top of Artillery Hill after Audley (120m over 1.5km) and Waterfall climb (120m over 4.5km) and aim to stick together in the park. There is also the option to do the Park in reverse and enter through Waterfall and out through Audley, on the day the bunch is welcome to choose through agreement with the designated ride leader.