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Angophora grove walking track

Yuraygir National Park

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Visitor info

All the practical information you need to know about Angophora grove walking track.

Track grading

Grade 3

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Features of this track

Distance

1.2km return

Time

30min - 1hr

Quality of markings

Clearly sign posted

Experience required

No experience required

Steps

No steps

Gradient

Gentle hills: The walk is mostly flat with some gentle hills.

Quality of path

Well-formed track: The track is 2m-wide and hard-packed sand and grass for most of its length.

Other barriers

Gates: There is a pipe gate at the southern end of the walk, with a path that goes around it for walkers.

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

Accessible options

  • From Illaroo South picnic area where this walk begins, the trail is hard-packed sand and grass for around 500m. This part of the walk takes you past a number of hollow trees where wildlife shelter and may be accessible for people with reduced mobility.
  • After the first 500m of the walk, the trail has sections of very soft sand that last for between 2-10m up until the end of the walk at Minnie Waters Beach. People with reduced mobility may find getting over this surface difficult.

Getting there and parking

Angophora grove walking track is in the Minnie Water (central) section of Yuraygir National Park. To get there:

  • Turn off Pacific Highway 10km south of Grafton at Wooli turn-off
  • Before reaching Wooli, turn left onto Minnie Water Road.
  • At Minnie Water village, follow the signs to Illaroo campground.

Parking

Parking is available in a bitumen carpark at Illaroo South picnic area where this walk begins.

Best times to visit

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

Autumn

Autumn is the perfect time of year to go beach fishing along the park's coastline.

Spring

The park's heathlands provide a spectacular display of wildflowers. Check them out on your choice of walking track, including the Wilsons Headland walk and, of course, the Yuraygir coastal walk.

Summer

Visit in summer to make the most of the park's countless beaches and waterways. Swim, surf or snorkel – cooling sea breezes provide welcome relief in hot weather.

Winter

Plan a winter trip to go whale watching. The sight of migrating whales swimming north to warmer waters is second-to-none, and there are magnificent viewing points at Red Cliffs lookout and Brooms Head.

Weather, temperature and rainfall

Summer temperature

Average

20°C and 26°C

Highest recorded

42.5°C

Winter temperature

Average

9°C and 20°C

Lowest recorded

2.7°C

Rainfall

Wettest month

March

Driest month

September

The area’s highest recorded rainfall in one day

300mm

Facilities

  • The nearest toilets are located at Illaroo South picnic area where this walk begins.
  • There are picnic tables at Illaroo South picnic area and also at Minnie Water Beach where this walk ends.
  • Drinking and cooking water is limited or not available in this area, so it’s a good idea to bring your own.

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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.

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

  • Angophora Grove walking track is mostly flat and step-free, with some gentle hills in parts.
  • The track is 2m-wide and hard-packed sand and grass for most of its length.
  • The first 500m of the track may be accessible for people with reduced mobility. This part of the walk takes you past hollow trees where wildlife shelter.
  • After this point, the walk has sections of very soft sand until the end of the walk. People with reduced mobility may need assistance in this area.
  • There are points where the walk narrows due to rocks, tree roots and plants.
  • There are accessible toilets at Illaroo South picnic area, where this walk begins.

Permitted

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

Fishing

A current NSW recreational fishing licence is required when fishing in all waters.

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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