Discover Kellyville: the circuit, Dharug history and rugby league

Explore Kellyville through two very different themes: the Kellyville Circuit – The Turkeys Nest Walk, with paved paths and information signs about Caddies Creek, and the rugby league connection of Kellyville Memorial Park. The route brings together exercise and historical interpretation; the park offers a sports-focused perspective on the area. Together, these points of interest give you an idea of the different interests a stay in Kellyville can combine.

Walking trail and Dharug history

The Kellyville Circuit – The Turkeys Nest Walk is 5.7 km long and follows paved paths suitable for strollers and wheelchairs. The starting point is Kellyville Metro Station. With its stated length, the circuit can be planned as a standalone activity for the day; allow time according to your own pace. Check route conditions before setting out. If you would also like to read the information signs about Caddies Creek, allow time for that too. The 5.7 kilometres refer to the route; the historical interpretation of the finds and the significance of the creek are a separate part of the outing. This lets you consider the distance and time spent at the signs separately.

Along the Kellyville Circuit, information signs explain more than 13,000 Aboriginal artefacts discovered at Caddies Creek. Caddies Creek was a rich source of food and fresh water for clans of the Dharug people. The signs connect archaeological finds with the creek’s importance as a resource for Dharug clans. This adds another layer to the walk: alongside the trail itself, you can learn about the history of a specific place. For families, the connection between artefacts, food and fresh water can provide a tangible starting point for conversation.

Rugby league as another focus

Kellyville Memorial Park is home to The Hills Shire’s first Rugby League Centre of Excellence. Parramatta Eels HQ is also located in Kellyville. This adds a distinct sporting connection to the walking trail and historical interpretation. For travellers interested in rugby league, this institutional aspect offers a different focus from the circuit: you can also understand Kellyville through its connection to the sport. The designation as the first Rugby League Centre of Excellence applies to The Hills Shire. The locations also differ: the centre is associated with Kellyville Memorial Park, while Parramatta Eels HQ is associated with Kellyville.

Choose accommodation to suit your travel plans

Choose your base according to the experiences you actually plan to include. The route and the sporting connection offer different thematic points of interest, without either necessarily being the deciding factor for every trip.

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