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Plateau Circuit loop trail

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All the practical information you need to know about Plateau Circuit loop trail.

Getting there and parking

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    Plateau Circuit loop trail is in the western precinct of Bindarri National Park. To get there:

    • Follow the directions to the park entrance via Eastern Dorrigo Way
    • Start the ride at the information sign at the park boundary
    • Continue along Corfes Road onto Range Road
    • Turn left onto Bangalore Road for 1km and follow to Bangalore Falls picnic area
    • Return to Range Road and continue south onto Urumbilum Creek Road, which takes you to Urumbilum picnic area.
    • Return the same way or, for the more adventurous, turn right off Urumbilum Creek Road to Loudens Road, which will return you to Bangalore Road.

    Parking

    Parking is available at the start of Plateau Circuit loop trail.

    Best times to visit

    There are lots of great things waiting for you in Bindarri National Park. Here are some of the highlights.

    Autumn

    Get off the beaten track and take your 4WD through pristine bushlands, stopping to see the magnificent Bangalore Falls.

    Spring

    Enjoy picnicking and swimming by the river and easy walking to see spectacular waterfalls.

    Summer

    Take a refreshing swim in the crystal clear waters of Urumbilum River.

    Winter

    Head off on your mountain bike and explore the remote forest trails.

    Weather, temperature and rainfall

    Summer temperature

    Average

    18°C and 27°C

    Highest recorded

    43.3°C

    Winter temperature

    Average

    7°C and 20°C

    Lowest recorded

    -3.2°C

    Rainfall

    Wettest month

    March

    Driest month

    September

    The area’s highest recorded rainfall in one day

    781.9mm

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    Safety messages

    Cycling safety

    Hundreds of cyclists head to our national parks for fun and adventure. If you're riding your bike through a national park, read these mountain biking and cycling safety tips.

    Mobile safety

    Dial Triple Zero (000) in an emergency. Download the Emergency Plus app before you visit, it helps emergency services locate you using your smartphone's GPS. Please note there is limited mobile phone reception in this park and you’ll need mobile reception to call Triple Zero (000).

    River and lake safety

    The aquatic environment around rivers, lakes and lagoons can be unpredictable. If you're visiting these areas, take note of these river and lake safety tips.

    Prohibited

    Pets

    Pets and domestic animals (other than certified assistance animals) are not permitted. Find out which regional parks allow dog walking and see the pets in parks policy for more information.

    Smoking

    NSW national parks are no smoking areas.

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