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Visitor info

All the practical information you need to know about Yengo National Park.

Getting there and parking

From Wisemans Ferry

Travel across the Hawkesbury River by ferry from Old Northern Road
After exiting the ferry turn left
Drive along Settlers Road to the historic town of St Albans
Follow Wollombi Road to Mogo campground and the southern precinct of the park.

From Cessnock

Follow Wollombi Road to Wollombi
Turn right into Great North Road near Wollombi Tavern
Turn left into Yango Creek Road
Continue onto Upper Yango Creek Road, then follow the signs on the Finchley track until you reach Finchley lookout.

Please note that the Big Yango precinct of the park is within locked gates and requires a permit to enter. Access is only for those staying overnight at Big Yango house, Blue Gums campground or Mountain Arm campground.

Park entry points

Putty Road access See on map

Parking

Finchley campground See on map
Mogo campground See on map
Shepherds Gully circuit See on map

Road quality

Unsealed roads

Vehicle access

2WD vehicles

Weather restrictions

4WD required in wet weather

By bike

Check out the Bicycle information for NSW website for more information.

By public transport

There are no public transport options for Yengo National Park.

Best times to visit

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

Autumn

Try mountain bike-riding around the Mount Yengo loop trail.

Spring

Set up camp at either Blue Gums or Mountain Arm campground and enjoy the stunning spring wildflower display.

Summer

Great for 4WD touring, experience those amazing sunsets and spectacular views from Finchley lookout.

Winter

Make Big Yango House your base to explore the park, enjoy warm days on the veranda and chilly nights by the fireplace.

Facilities

Amenities

Finchley campground

Toilets

Picnic tables

Barbecue facilities

Public phone

Showers

Big Yango House

Electric power

Big Yango House

Maps and downloads

Safety messages

However you discover NSW national parks and reserves, we want you to have a safe and enjoyable experience. Our park and reserve systems contrast greatly so you need to be aware of the risks and take responsibility for your own safety and the safety of those in your care.

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).

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.

Contact

in the Sydney and surrounds and North Coast regions
Yengo National Park is always open, but may have to close at times due to poor weather or fire danger.

The Big Yango precinct of the park is within locked gates and requires a permit to enter.
- Bulga office
  02 6574 5555
  Contact hours: Monday to Friday, 9.30am to 4pm.
- 2156 Putty Road, Bulga NSW 2330
- Email: npws.wollemiyengo@environment.nsw.gov.au
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Nearby towns

Wollombi (74 km)

Nature abounds in and around Wollombi, in the Hunter Valley region. Nearby are national parks with great bushwalking trails and lookouts and ancient Aboriginal rock carvings.

www.visitnsw.com

Cessnock (76 km)

Some of the finest wines in the world are created in the Hunter Valley and its towns, gourmet food is acclaimed and luxury, boutique accommodations are matched by the most beautiful natural scenery.