Warnings of stormy weather plus strong winds ensured that we were well prepared for our walk from Dee Why to Curl Curl exposed as we would be to the worst weather alongside the sea and up on a headland walk. Within minutes though jackets, scarves and hats were abandoned as clearly the weather forecast was unfounded, nothing but a great big myth - No howling wind but instead a pleasant warm sunny morning. Only later in the day did the winds hit Sydney thus we were able to enjoy a beautiful part of the Northern Beaches coastal walk without the discomfort of wind, rain or for that matter, cold.
We were astounded by the number of wildflowers along the way - this is June you know. The rocky platforms at the southern end of Dee Why beach are spectacular when gazed upon from a little bit of height. Dozens of seagulls stood solemnly staring out to sea, perhaps waiting for the winds to arrive. Very decorative they were too.
We strode on and up sometimes completely immersed in the seaside bush with neither sea nor houses in sight. On this particular stretch of walk dwellings cling to most of the cliff top but the bush keeps them hidden so one can feel divorced from suburbs for a little while. Curl Curl beach view was our destination from which higher point we had good views of the beachside suburbs all the way round to the Norfolk pines on Manly beach.
Here, at the Curl Curl turn around point we were surprised by the first shrubby Acacia in bright bloom heralding all the Mimosa yellow soon to come.
Back to Dee Why beach with the reverse views in sight. We had coffee at the brand new one week old cafe, The Beach Shed. So new that iced coffee was not on the menu and when ordered there was the instant agreement, yes, they could do that as the cost was quickly assessed by the staff. No doubt they now have ‘Iced coffee” added to their menu. A cute, rough and tumble atmosphere, milk crates to sit on along the walk-way outside opposite the ocean but our genteel group found a sunny table with chairs.
By the way this walk has some helpful boardwalks as well as thoughtfully crafted handrails at tricky points.
Walkers: Marie-Claire, Wendy, Jane, Carolle
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| on track towards Curl Curl |
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| Dee Why rocks |
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| Brand new - week old shed cafe |
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