The great outdoors is what the Hawkesbury Valley is all about. Escape the pace and stress of the city and enjoy some of the many activities on offer in the region. Whether it is action packed, adrenalin pumping action, or quieter, more relaxed recreation, the Hawkesbury Valley can offer it all.

Canoeing/Kayaking
In the Hawkesbury, you can't really avoid the river! So take advantage of it and try an afternoon canoeing. Either hire a canoe and head upstream on your own, or join a guided kayak tour. The countryside and sites along the river are truly breathtaking.

Bushwalking
More than 80% of the Hawkesbury Valley area is National Park or Reserve so there is a wealth of great walking tracks - of all distances and all levels of ability. The Wollemi National Park stretches from the Hawkesbury Valley to the Hunter Valley covering more than 200,000 hectares.
The Great North Road lies within Yengo and Darug National Parks in the lower Portland and Wisemans Ferry region. Walks include the Finch's Line - a slightly tougher 9km walk with access form Wiseman's Ferry Road.
Ten minutes from Richmond is the village of Kurrajong which borders onto the Blue Mountains National Park and the Greater Blue Mountains World Heritage area. There is a range of walking trails through this region ranging from hard through to very easy.

Mountain Bike and Trail Rides
Don't fancy walking, then mountain bikes or trail riding are other great alternatives on offer in the Hawkesbury Valley. Join a guided tour and explore the local wilderness areas, with guides to help you find Aboriginal rock art and some of the more timid of the native wildlife.

Golf
The Hawkesbury Valley is also a golfers mecca with seven golf courses including the 18 hole Championship course at Windsor Golf Club, or the new Kurrajong Hills Golf Course.

4WD Adventures
The Hawkesbury Valley is one of the most scenic parts of NSW and 4WD tours of the Parks and surroundings areas will give you access to some of the more remote and difficult parts to visit on foot.

Go Karts
The Indy 800 Kart Track at Wilberforce has motorized go-karts of 4 stroke or 2 stroke power which can reach safe speeds of 65km per hour. Suitable for kids from 12 years of age, the "indy" track is a great way to use up excess energy.

Explore the Hawkesbury Valley - it has so much to offer.