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Richmond Range national PaRk

The park is 45 kilometres west of Casino. Turn off the Bruxner Highway onto Cambridge Plateau Forest Drive, near Mallanganee.

7 culmaran loop - 400m, 15 minutes

Walk among tall Brush Box and Sydney Blue Gums at the edge of the rainforest environment. Walk starts at cambridge Plateau Picnic area.

mooRe PaRk natuRe ReseRve

The reserve is 26 kilometres west of Kyogle, just off the Summerland Way near Old Grevillia.

8 moore Park Walk - 400m, 15 minutes

Walk through the remains of Boyd’s Scrub, the most important example of Black Bean rainforest in NSW.

koReelah national PaRk

The park is 30 kilometres west of Woodenbong, on White Swamp Road, off Summerland Way at Old Koreelah.

9 gorge Walk - 240m, 10 minutes

Short gorge walk from the camp ground through sclerophyll forest down to Koreelah Creek Gorge.

toonumbaR national PaRk

The park is 35 kilometres west of Kyogle via Afterlee and Toonumbar Forest Drive.

10 iron Pot loop - 740m, 30 minutes

The loop follows Iron Pot Creek traversing rainforest vegetation and tall Flooded Gums. the walk starts at iron Pot creek camping area.

victoRia PaRk natuRe ReseRve

The park is 7 kilometres south of Alstonville, off the Wardell road.

11 boardwalk loop - 300m, 20 minutes

Travel beneath a canopy of towering trees on a wheelchair accessible boardwalk.

tWeed heads histoRic site

To reach the Tweed Heads Historic Site, turn off the Pacific Highway into Kirkwood Road about 1 kilometre south of the border.

12 Walk on water - 1.2km, 45 minutes

A circular wheelchair accessible walk weaves through the mangroves and out over the water before returning to a wellpreserved Bora Ring.

bRoken head natuRe ReseRve

The reserve is 4 kilometres south of Byron Bay. Follow the Coast Road and turn into Broken Head Beach Road.

13 two sisters track - 800m one way, 30 minutes

A dramatic cliff top walk with unsurpassed views. the walk starts at broken head caravan Park.

caPe byRon state conseRvation aRea

Travel east from the Township of Byron Bay and follow signs to Cape Byron.

14 Palm valley loop - 200m, 15 minutes

A pleasant stroll through a Bangalow Palm Forest. The walk starts at the Palm Valley (Pass) Picnic Area.

medium walks - 1-4 hours, 2km to 8km 20

boRdeR Ranges national PaRk

15 Palm Forest Walk - 2km, 1 hour

Walk through rainforest and eucalypt forest to Brushbox Falls passing a sandstone rock into which the early cedar getters carved their names. the walk starts at sheepstation creek camping area.

16 bar mountain circuit - 3.5km, 3 hours

Branching off the Falcorostrum Loop, wind your way down the ridge towards the western escarpment. From the lookout there are views into Collins Creek and west to Mount Lindsay and Mount Barney.

17 brindle creek Walk - 5km, 3 hours

Follow Brindle Creek through lush rainforest, Antarctic Beech and waterfalls are among the attractions of this walk. You will need to have a vehicle at both ends of the walk or retrace your steps. start the walk at either antarctic beech or brindle creek Picnic area.

18 Rosewood loop - 6km, 3 hours

The loop winds down to a creek past dense rainforest regrowth. You can take a swim here but be warned that these waters are cold. Walk starts at sheepstaion creek camping area.

nightcaP national PaRk and Whian Whian state conseRvation aRea

19 Pholis gap - 4km return, 1½ hours

The track meanders through rainforest before splitting off the Mt Matheson Loop and descending towards the escarpment edge. Pholis Gap offers views of Mt Warning

caRing FoR the PaRks

• Leave your pets and firearms at home, as they are notpermitted.

• Enjoy the wildlife but do not disturb plants, animals,bushrock, Aboriginal sites or historic places. All areprotected.

• Be careful with fire. Use only fireplaces provided. Observeany total fire bans.

• Firewood is not provided. Bring your own firewood or betterstill use gas stoves.

• Firewood collection is not permitted.

• Drive carefully and keep to public roads. All vehicles mustbe registered and drivers licensed.

• Keep the park clean and safe for wildlife. Please take yourrubbish home.

• Observe all signs, as they are there for your safety and tohelp you enjoy your visit.

• Keep to walking tracks, as they are designed to have minimalimpact.

• Be considerate of other park users - keep your noise to aminimum.

• Please do not feed the wildlife.

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• Carry sufficient water and food supplies for the proposedwalk. Drinking water is not provided in the parks.

• Wear appropriate clothing and footwear.• Remember a hat, sunscreen and insect repellent.• It is reommended that you include a First Aid Kit in your

pack.• Take your mobile phone and call 112 in case of an

emergency.• Observe NPWS signage and directions.

moRe inFoRmation

and surrounding valleys. the walk starts at mt nardi. mt nardi is 12km from nimbin on a narrow sealed road.

20 mt matheson loop - 3km, 1½ hours

The Mt Matheson Loop heads out through the lush rainforest encircling Mt Matheson. The Pholis Gap and Historic Nightcap tracks split off from this walk. the loop originates at mt nardi.

21 boggy creek Walk - 4km return, 1½ hours

This track leads to Minyon Falls along beautiful Boggy Creek. The track starts in Blackbutt forest and includes a series of small waterfalls and pools along the quiet creek. the track starts at Rummery Park camping area within nightcap national Park.

Richmond Range national PaRk

22 culmaran valley track - 2.5km, 1 hour

Beginning in tall forest the walk descends steeply to a bridge over Culmaran Creek then climbs again to skirt around the head of the valley. Over 200 plant species have been recorded here. the walk starts at cambridge Plateau Picnic area on cambridge Plateau Forest drive.

toonumbaR national PaRk

23 murray scrub track - 5.5km, 2 to 3 hours

The Murray Scrub is a prime example of lowland subtropical rainforest that includes an impressive stand of Red Cedars. the track starts from the murray scrub Road 2.5 km east of the iron Pot creek Rest area.

bundjalung national PaRk

24 gweean/dirrawong loop - 3km, 1 hour

Walk to the 6000-year-old midden beside the Evans River, then follow the river back through rainforest along Oyster Creek. the walk starts at gummi garra Picnic area.

25 jerusalem creek walk - 6km return, 2½ hours

Walk to the mouth of tea-tree stained Jerusalem Creek, returning back along the beach. the walk starts at black Rocks.

caPe byRon state conseRvation aRea

26 cape byron walking track - 5km, 2 hours

The magnificent clifftop walking track winds its way through diverse plant communities, offering panoramic views of the ocean and north coast hinterland. join this loop walk at Wategos beach, captain cook lookout, or the Pass.

NPWS Richmond River Area Office, 7 Northcott Crescent, Alstonville NSW 2477.Tel: (02) 6627 0200Email: [email protected]

geneRal inquiRies: t: 13000PARKS (1300 072 757)www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au

Visitor Guide

30 GreatWalks

Northern Rivers Region

short Walks - Less than one hour, less than two kilometres.


Tweed Range Scenic Drive, which runs through the park is 38 kilometres west of Murwillumbah off the Murwillumbah-Kyogle road or 28 kilometres north of Kyogle via Wiangaree on the Summerland Way.

1 Falcorostrum loop - 750m, 30 minutes

This walk winds its way through one of the largest stands of Antarctic beech in the park. Falcorostrum orchids can be seen clinging to the trunk and branches of these ancient trees, the only place they’re found. Walk starts at bar mountain Picnic area.

2 the Pinnacle lookout - 200m, 20 minutes

This short walk is one of the highlights of the park. No other walk in the region offers such a dramatic encounter with the Mount Warning caldera. Epiphytes, Hoop Pines and stands of gnarled Antarctic Beech are features of this loop walk. The walk starts off Tweed Range Scenic Drive.

3 border loop - 1.2km, 45 minutes

This short loop walk starts at the picnic area and passes through grassy wet eucalypt forest dominated by Brushbox, Blue Gums and Tallowwood, before entering a stand of subtropical rainforest. border loop Picnic area is on lions Road, north of kyogle.

nightcaP national PaRk and Whian Whian state conseRvation aRea

The parks are approximately 30 kilometres north of Lismore and 30 kilometres southeast of Murwillumbah.

4 big scrub loop - 1.5km, 45 minutes

Stroll amongst some of the best examples of rainforest in NSW. See large figs, abundant birdlife and crystal clear creeks. Walk starts off Gibbergunyah Range Road.

5 Protesters Falls - 1.4km return, 45 minutes

This easy walk winds its way through Bangalow Palms to the base of the falls. Swimming is not permitted in the area as it is home to the endangered Fleay’s Barred Frog. the walk starts at terania creek Picnic area, 14.5 kilometres from the channon on a dirt road.

mt WaRning / Wollumbin national PaRk

Access to the parks is from the Murwillumbah to Kyogle Road.

6 lyrebird track - 250m, 20 minutes

The track crosses Breakfast Creek before winding through palm forest to a platform set amongst the lush subtropical rainforest. Brush Turkeys foraging amongst the leaf litter are a common sight. the track starts opposite the summit track at the end of mt Warning Road.

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mount WaRning / Wollumbin national PaRk

30 summit track - 8.8km return, 4 to 5 hours

Out of respect for Bundjalung law and culture the Bundjalung ask that you consider choosing not to climb Wollumbin. If you do climb, be aware that it is a steep 4.4 km (one way) climb, with a challenging final rock scramble. Walk starts at the end of mt Warning Rd.

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Fees: Park use or vehicle entry fees apply.

Walking track grades

all access - a broad, hard surface with access ramps.

graded - a hardened surface with minimal formed steps.

Walking - sections may be hardened with steps and uneven ground.

hiking - there is no hardening of the ground with fallen debris likely.

long Walks - more than four hours, more than eight kilometres


27 booyong Walk - 10.5km one way, 5 hours

Linking Sheepstation Creek with Forest Tops, this track provides an easy introduction to the rainforests of the park. It is best to start at Forest Tops. This walk incorporates the Palm Forest Walk and provides access to the Rosewood Loop. start at either sheepstation creek or Forest tops camping area.

nightcaP national PaRk

28 minyon loop - 7.5km, 4½ hours

Walk through changing vegetation to the base of Minyon Falls. To walk only to the base of Minyon Falls begin at Minyon Grass. This is a 4 kilometre return walk taking around 2 hours. Both walks have steep climbs out of the valley floor. the loop begins at either minyon grass or minyon Falls.

29 historic nightcap track - 16km one way, 1½ days

This walk between Mt Nardi and Rummery Park can be started at either end. The track overlaps parts of the original trail used by postal workers between Lismore and Murwillumbah in the late 1800’s and early 1900’s. Bush camping is permitted but visitors must use portable stoves and carry out their own rubbish. start the walk at either mt nardi Picnic area or Rummery Park.

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