Milsons Passage, Hawkesbury River
Milsons Passage is a small water-access community on the Hawkesbury River near Brooklyn, in New South Wales (postcode 2083). It sits between Ku-ring-gai Chase and Marramarra National Parks [CONFIRM: exact boundaries], about an hour north of Sydney.
Where it is
Milsons Passage lies on the lower Hawkesbury River, upstream from Brooklyn and the river's mouth at Broken Bay. The nearest town with road and rail access is Brooklyn.
How it is reached
There are no roads into Milsons Passage. Residents and visitors arrive by boat, most commonly from Brooklyn. Read the full guide on how to get to Milsons Passage.
What it is like to stay
Without cars, the soundtrack is water, wind and birds. Days revolve around the river: paddling, swimming from the jetty, watching boats and light change on the water. It suits people who want to switch off — see romantic getaways, family and group stays and small retreats.
Seasons and weather
The Hawkesbury has a temperate climate: warm summers suited to swimming and paddling, and cooler, quieter winters when the fireplace comes into its own. [CONFIRM: any local seasonal notes Antonio wants to add]
Nearby places
Brooklyn
The riverside town where most trips to Milsons Passage begin, with Hawkesbury River railway station, marinas and places to eat. It is known for Hawkesbury River oysters.
Dangar Island
A small, car-free island in the river near Brooklyn, reached by ferry from Brooklyn.
The national parks
Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park and Marramarra National Park border the lower Hawkesbury and offer bushwalking. See things to do.