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Falcorostrum loop walking track

Border Ranges National Park

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Visitor info

All the practical information you need to know about Falcorostrum loop walking track.

Track grading

Grade 3

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Features of this track

Distance

0.65km loop

Time

15 - 30min

Quality of markings

Clearly sign posted

Experience required

No experience required

Gradient

Gentle hills

Quality of path

Formed track, some obstacles: The walk is 1m-wide and hard-packed ground along its length. The track surface is often wet and can be slippery.

Steps

Occasional steps: At around the mid-point of the southern part of the loop, there are 3 sets of 6 stone steps.

Other barriers

Pinch points: There may be points where the track narrows due to rocks, tree roots and plants.

Other barriers: There are buttress tree roots at points across the track.

Accessible options

The northern part of the loop and a small section of the southern part of the loop may be suitable for people with reduced mobility.

Getting there and parking

Falcorostrum loop walking track is in the eastern precinct of Border Ranges National Park. To get there:

From Murwillumbah:

  • Travel southwest on Kyogle Road to Lillian Rock then turn right onto Williams Road
  • Travel along Williams Road for 2.5km then Creegans Road for 6km until you reach the park boundary
  • From the boundary continue 7.5km along Tweed Range Scenic Drive to Bar Mountain picnic area

From Kyogle:

  • Travel north along Summerland Way for 14km until you reach Wiangaree
  • Turn right at Wiangaree into Lynches Creek Road and travel east for 12km to Forest Road
  • Turn right into Forest Road and continue 4.5km to the park boundary
  • From the boundary continue on Tweed Range Scenic Drive for 25km to Bar Mountain picnic area

Parking

Parking is available on unsealed gravel Bar Mountain Road at Bar Mountain picnic area, where this walk begins and ends. Access to the trailhead is nearby.

Best times to visit

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

Autumn

A picnic at Border Loop lookout and picnic area is a must during autumn. It's also a popular spot to see the historic Border Loop railway line.

Spring

The perfect time to get away from it all on a family camping trip. Sheepstation Creek campground is a great base for exploring Border Ranges National Park.

Summer

Watching the sunrise from Pinnacle lookout offers the best views of the crater escarpment, Wollumbin-Mount Warning and the coast. You're bound to find it a breathtaking experience.

Winter

Take in the park's scenery from the comfort of your car or motor home as you drive along the Tweed Range Scenic drive. Be sure to take some breaks along the way though – you don't want to miss the views.

Weather, temperature and rainfall

Summer temperature

Average

18°C and 30°C

Highest recorded

42.9°C

Winter temperature

Average

8°C and 22°C

Lowest recorded

-0.3°C

Rainfall

Wettest month

February

Driest month

September

The area’s highest recorded rainfall in one day

321mm

Facilities

Accessible toilets and picnic tables are located at Bar Mountain picnic area, where this walk begins.

You're encouraged to bring gas or fuel stoves, especially in summer during the fire season.

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Safety messages

This park or attraction is in a remote location, so please ensure you're well-prepared, bring appropriate clothing and equipment and advise a family member or friend of your travel plans.

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).

Accessibility

Disability access level - hard

The northern part of Falcorostrum loop walking track and a small section in the southern part of the loop walk may be suitable for people with reduced mobility. 

There are some points where assistance may be required:

  • Around midway through the southern part of the loop, there are 3 sets of 6 stone steps.
  • There are points where buttress tree roots cross the track
  • The track surface is often wet and can be slippery
  • There are points where the track may narrow due to rocks, tree roots and plants

Accessible toilets and picnic tables for resting can be found at Bar Mountain picnic area, where this walk begins and ends.

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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