If there’s one thing Sydneysiders love more than a smug sunrise snap over the ocean, it’s a coastal walk that delivers exactly that, but with minimal effort. In excellent news for Cronulla residents, the Sutherland Shire has just unveiled a brand-new stretch of clifftop pathway ticking all the boxes. Thanks to $6.9 million in NSW Government funding, the newly opened Hungry Point Reserve Cliff Top Walkway connects the beloved Esplanade walking route to the southern tip of the Hungry Point peninsula – unlocking one of the Shire’s most spectacular stretches of coastline.
Where is the Hungry Point Reserve Cliff Top Walkway?
You’ll find the walkway in the Sutherland Shire, tracing the coastline of Hungry Point Reserve at the southern end of Cronulla. It connects directly with the much-loved Esplanade, creating an extended coastal route that winds towards the tip of the peninsula and overlooks Port Hacking.
What can you see on the Hungry Point Reserve Cliff Top Walkway?
The raised and suspended boardwalk hugs the reserve’s eastern and southern edges, offering panoramic views across Port Hacking to Bundeena and Maianbar. Along the way, you’ll see rugged clifftops, rolling surf and thriving bushland thanks to ongoing regeneration efforts.
There’s also interpretive signage for history buffs, outdoor seating and an accessible viewing platform for those chasing a very scenic lunch break.
Hungry Point Reserve is also pretty rich with cultural significance – with its deep First Nations heritage (on the lands of the the Dharawal people) gaining the area heritage status. It’s also home to Marine Rescue NSW headquarters.
How do you get to the Hungry Point Reserve Cliff Top Walkway?
Getting there is easy. Make your way to southern Cronulla and pick up the trail from The Esplanade – the walkway effectively extends the existing coastal route, meaning you can start your journey from central Cronulla and wander south towards the peninsula.
Public transport, parking and beachside cafés are all within reach, meaning you won’t need to trek through bushland just to earn a view.
Is the Hungry Point Reserve Cliff Top Walkway open?
The walkway officially opened on December 18, 2025, with asphalt resealing scheduled for early 2026.
You can learn more about the new walkway over here.
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