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Bullimah Spur track

Bouddi National Park

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All the practical information you need to know about Bullimah Spur track.

Track grading

Grade 3

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Features of this track

Distance

2.4km return

Time

40 - 45min

Quality of markings

Clearly sign posted

Experience required

No experience required

Gradient

Gentle hills: Most of the track has gentle hills that follow the ups and downs of the landscape. Around 500m into the walk, the track climbs to a rocky knoll leading to a ridge-top and there are no handrails.

Quality of path

Formed track, some obstacles: The track is 1m wide and hard-packed ground. There are rocks and protruding tree roots along the length of the track.

Steps

Occasional steps: There are no steps along Bullimah Spur track, but there are stairs on Maitland Bay walking track which an the access point to this trail.

Getting there and parking

Bullimah Spur track begins at Maitland Bay Information Centre in the Maitland Bay precinct of Bouddi National Park.

To get there from Gosford:

  • Follow Central Coast Highway towards Erina
  • Turn right onto Avoca Drive and continue through Kincumber
  • Turn right at Empire Bay Drive
  • Turn left into Cochrone Street and then right onto The Scenic Road
  • The centre is located opposite the intersection of Maitland Bay Drive and The Scenic Road

Parking

There's parking at Maitland Bay Information Centre, including 1 accessible parking space.

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

Beach safety

Beaches in this park are not patrolled, and can sometimes have strong rips and currents. These beach safety tips will help you and your family stay safe in the water.

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.

There are natural informal lookouts along this track which are not fenced – please take care in those areas.

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 - medium

  • The walking track is 1m wide and step-free, with gentle hills and a hard-packed ground surface.
  • There are rocks and tree roots along the length of the track.
  • At around 500m into the walk, the track climbs to a rocky knoll leading to a ridge-top. There are no handrails at this point of the track.
  • There's an accessible parking space at Maitland Bay Information Centre where this walk begins.

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.

Bullimah Spur track

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