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Daleys Point walking track

Bouddi National Park

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All the practical information you need to know about Daleys Point walking track.

Track grading

Grade 3

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Features of this track

Distance

3.2km return

Time

1hr 15min - 1hr 45min

Quality of markings

Clearly sign posted

Experience required

Some bushwalking experience recommended

Steps

Occasional steps

Gradient

Short steep hills: At around 650m into the walk, there's a small knoll with undulating sections that follows the ridgeline.

Quality of path

Formed track, some obstacles: The surface of the track is hard-packed ground. The track surface may have loose rocks at certain points and there may be drainage lines in wet weather.

Other barriers

Gates: There's a gate at the start of the walking track off Daleys Point carpark. You may have difficulty getting around it if you're using a stroller or a wheelchair.

Getting there and parking

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    Daleys Point walking track is in the Daleys Point precinct of Bouddi National Park. To get there:

    • Take Central Coast Highway from Gosford and turn right onto Avoca Drive
    • Follow Avoca Drive through Kincumber then turn right onto Empire Bay Drive
    • Continue along Empire Bay Drive and turn left onto Wards Hill Road
    • Daleys Point walking track starts at the top of Wards Hill Road opposite Maitland Bay Drive

    Parking

    Parking is available at the top of Wards Hill Road near the track head.

    Best times to visit

    Spring

    Take the Bouddi Coastal walk to be amazed by the colourful wildflowers on display in spring.

    Summer

    Cool off with a dip at one the park's gorgeous beaches or try snorkelling at Maitland Bay Surf the popular coastline between MacMasters Beach and Box Head .

    Winter

    Grab the camera and spot humpback whales as they migrate north between May and July.

    Weather, temperature and rainfall

    Summer temperature

    Average

    20°C and 26°C

    Highest recorded

    42.4°C

    Winter temperature

    Average

    9°C and 17°C

    Lowest recorded

    3.4°C

    Rainfall

    Wettest month

    January to March

    The area’s highest recorded rainfall in one day

    246mm

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    Safety messages

    Bushwalking safety

    If you're keen to head out on a longer walk or a backpack camp, always be prepared. Read these bushwalking safety tips before you set off on a walking adventure in national parks.

    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.

    Accessibility

    Disability access level - hard

    • Daleys Point walking track is 5m wide and hard-packed ground along its length. 
    • There are some short, steep hills at the point where the track follows a ridgeline (around 650m from the start of the walk).
    • The track surface may contain loose rocks at certain points and there may be drainage lines in wet weather.
    • There's a gate at the start of the track. People using strollers or wheelchairs may find it difficult to get around the gate to access the track.

    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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