NSW Great Walks

Escape, challenge yourself and reconnect with nature on a NSW Great Walk. From alpine peaks to coastal trails, our multi-day hikes traverse some of the state's most breathtaking landscapes.

Whether you're seeking a self-guided camping experience, an immersive guided walk or comfortable hard-roof stays, there's options for every adventure style. Short on time? Try a day walk for a taste of the journey. Find your path on a NSW Great Walk.

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Easy to moderate multi-day walks

Easy to moderate multi-day walks are between 20-30km, have shorter daily sections and are close to towns. There may be some steep sections.

Grand Cliff Top Walk

  • 2hrs from Sydney

Experience the grandeur of the World Heritage-listed Blue Mountains on Grand Cliff Top Walk. It's an ideal introduction to multi-day walking as you'll hike through mountain villages with many food and accommodation options, so there's no need to carry overnight supplies.

  • Grey icon of a clock face, representing time or duration. Image: DPE2 days, 1 night

  • Grey icon of a walker on a map routeline, representing distance. Image: DPE 19km, Grade 3 - Some bushwalking experience recommended

  • Grey icon of a single walker, representing a self-guided tour. Image: DPEEasy to moderate multi-day walk

  • Grey icon of a hut, representing accommodation. Image: DPEStay in nearby villages

  • Grey icon of a group of walkers, representing a guided tour. Image: DPEGuided experiences available

Grand Cliff Top Walk
2 walkers crossing Buttenshaw Bridge on Grand Cliff Top Walk. Photo: Remy Brand © Remy Brand.
 2 walkers crossing Buttenshaw Bridge on Grand Cliff Top Walk. Photo: Remy Brand © Remy Brand.

Tomaree Coastal Walk

  • 1hr from Newcastle
    3hrs from Sydney

Tomaree Coastal Walk takes you up to Tomaree summit, through secluded beaches and into diverse forests along the coast of Tomaree National Park in Port Stephens. You can stay at accommodation in a coastal village and enjoy meals from local cafes and restaurants making it ideal for first-time multi-day walkers.

  • Grey icon of a clock face, representing time or duration. Image: DPE2-3 days, 1-2 nights

  • Grey icon of a walker on a map routeline, representing distance. Image: DPE 27km, Grade 3 - Some bushwalking experience recommended

  • Grey icon of a single walker, representing a self-guided tour. Image: DPEEasy to moderate multi-day walk

  • Grey icon of a hut, representing accommodation. Image: DPEStay in nearby villages 

Tomaree Coastal Walk
Walkers admire coastal views and islands from the lookout at Tomeree Head Summit along Tomaree Coastal Walk. Credit: Remy Brand © Remy Brand
 Walkers admire coastal views and islands from the lookout at Tomeree Head Summit along Tomaree Coastal Walk. Credit: Remy Brand © Remy Brand

Intermediate multi-day walks

Intermediate multi-day walks are between 30-40km, have some longer daily sections and are further from towns. There may be some steep sections or obstacles like river crossings or walking on rock platforms.

Murramarang South Coast Walk

  • 30mins from Ulladulla
    3hrs from Sydney

Walk from Pretty Beach to Maloneys Beach over 3-4 days and choose to stay in the comfort of your own cabin or at campsites. Accommodation or campsites need to be booked as a package for this multi-day walk to secure a stay for each night.

  • Grey icon of a clock face, representing time or duration. Image: DPE3-4 days, 2-3 nights

  • Grey icon of a walker on a map routeline, representing distance. Image: DPE 34km, Grade 4 - Bushwalking experience recommended

  • Grey icon of a single walker, representing a self-guided tour. Image: DPEIntermediate multi-day walk

  • Grey icon of a hut, representing accommodation. Image: DPEStay in NSW National Parks cabins or campsites along the way

  • Grey icon of a group of walkers, representing a guided tour. Image: DPEGuided experiences available

Murramarang Walk
2 people on a walking track emerging from the bush towards the beach along Murramarang South Coast Walk. Credit: Remy Brand © Remy Brand
 2 people on a walking track emerging from the bush towards the beach along Murramarang South Coast Walk. Credit: Remy Brand © Remy Brand

Light to Light Walk

  • 30mins from Eden
    6.5hrs from Sydney

Walk 32km over 3 days along the beautiful windswept coastline of Beowa National Park. Heritage lighthouses mark the start and end of this walk that includes stunning red rock platforms, sandy beaches and marine wildlife that can often be seen from the shore. 

  • Grey icon of a clock face, representing time or duration. Image: DPE3 days, 2 nights

  • Grey icon of a walker on a map routeline, representing distance. Image: DPE 32km, Grade 4 - Bushwalking experience recommended

  • Grey icon of a single walker, representing a self-guided tour. Image: DPEIntermediate multi-day walk

  • Grey icon of a tent, representing camping. Image: DPEStay at NSW National Parks campgrounds along the way     

  • Grey icon of a group of walkers, representing a guided tour. Image: DPEGuided experiences available

Light to Light Walk
2 hikers on Pulpit Rock looking at the ocean from Light to Light Walk in Beowa National Park. Credit: Daniel Parsons/DCCEEW © Daniel Parsons
 2 hikers on Pulpit Rock looking at the ocean from Light to Light Walk in Beowa National Park. Credit: Daniel Parsons/DCCEEW © Daniel Parsons

Challenging multi-day walks

Challenging multi-day walks are between 40-65km, have longer daily sections and are in remote areas. There are many steep sections. Walkers will encounter river crossings and variable weather conditions.

Snowies Alpine Walk

  • 3hrs from Canberra
    5.5hrs from Sydney

Take on the challenge of Snowies Alpine Walk. You'll pass through alpine villages in Guthega, Charlotte Pass and Perisher, climb Mount Kosciuszko, cross the Snowy River, and wander through wildflower meadows and snow gum forests.

  • Grey icon of a clock face, representing time or duration. Image: DPE4 days, 3 nights

  • Grey icon of a walker on a map routeline, representing distance. Image: DPE 56km, Grade 4 - Bushwalking experience recommended

  • Grey icon of a single walker, representing a self-guided tour. Image: DPEChallenging multi-day walk

  • Grey icon of a hut, representing accommodation. Image: DPEStay in NSW National Parks cabins, campgrounds, or alpine villages nearby

  • Grey icon of a group of walkers, representing a guided tour. Image: DPEGuided experiences available

Snowies Alpine Walk
2 hikers walking on a gravel path on day 2 of Snowies Alpine Walk with Blue Lake and snow capped mountains in the background. Credit: Daniel Parsons / DCCEEW © Caravel Content
 2 hikers walking on a gravel path on day 2 of Snowies Alpine Walk with Blue Lake and snow capped mountains in the background. Credit: Daniel Parsons / DCCEEW © Caravel Content

Gidjuum Gulganyi Walk

  • 1hr from Byron Bay
    9hrs from Sydney

Hike through World Heritage Gondwana rainforest and across ancient volcanic landscapes on Gidjuum Gulganyi Walk. Journey through 3 different parks in the Tweed Byron Hinterland and finish at the impressive Minyon Falls. Campsites for this multi-day walk need to be booked as a package to secure a spot at secluded campgrounds along the way.

  • Grey icon of a clock face, representing time or duration. Image: DPE4 days, 3 nights

  • Grey icon of a walker on a map routeline, representing distance. Image: DPE 42km, Grade 4 - Bushwalking experience recommended

  • Grey icon of a single walker, representing a self-guided tour. Image: DPEChallenging multi-day walk

  • Grey icon of a hut, representing accommodation. Image: DPEStay in NSW National Parks campgrounds along the way     

  • Grey icon of a group of walkers, representing a guided tour. Image: DPEGuided experiences available

Gidjuum Gulganyi Walk
Walkers crossing a small bridge on Gidjuum Gulganyi Walk in Mount Jerusalem National Park. Credit: Daniel Parsons/DCCEEW © Daniel Parsons
 Walkers crossing a small bridge on Gidjuum Gulganyi Walk in Mount Jerusalem National Park. Credit: Daniel Parsons/DCCEEW © Daniel Parsons

The Green Gully Track

  • 2.5hrs from Port Macquarie
    6.5hrs from Sydney

This remote loop walk in Oxley Wild Rivers National Park is for experienced multi-day walkers. Your group is guaranteed to find space and solitude because the only way to see these inspiring views, dramatic gorges, mountain creeks, and heritage-listed stockmans huts is to make a booking and secure your experience on the track.

  • Grey icon of a clock face, representing time or duration. Image: DPE4 days, 5 nights

  • Grey icon of a walker on a map routeline, representing distance. Image: DPE 65km, Grade 5 - Experienced bushwalkers only

  • Grey icon of a single walker, representing a self-guided tour. Image: DPEChallenging multi-day walk

  • Grey icon of a hut, representing accommodation. Image: DPEStay in NSW National Parks heritage huts along the way

  • Grey icon of a group of walkers, representing a guided tour. Image: DPEGuided experiences available

The Green Gully Track
Hikers wading through water surrounded by a rocky gorge along Green Gully track at Oxley Wild Rivers National Park. © DCCEEW
 Hikers wading through water surrounded by a rocky gorge along Green Gully track at Oxley Wild Rivers National Park. © DCCEEW

Guided NSW Great Walks

Enrich your experience with a knowledgeable guide or book an all-inclusive package.

Day walks

Looking for shorter options? Hike these day walks for a taste of NSW Great Walks.

Find your perfect walk

All the information you need to choose your next adventure.

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An aerial image of 2 people crossing the Snowy River by rock hopping along Snowies Alpine Walk. Credit: Daniel Parsons / DCCEEW © Caravel Content
 An aerial image of 2 people crossing the Snowy River by rock hopping along Snowies Alpine Walk. Credit: Daniel Parsons / DCCEEW © Caravel Content

Bushwalking safety

Be prepared and stay safe in NSW national parks.

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Backpack, first aid kit, water bottle, hiking shoes and map on a rock. Credit: John Spencer © DCCEEW
 Backpack, first aid kit, water bottle, hiking shoes and map on a rock. Credit: John Spencer © DCCEEW

Prepare for your multi-day walk

Find multi-day walking planning tips on our blog.

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2 campers making coffee outside their tent at Depot Beach campground, Murramarang National Park. Photo: Remy Brand © Remy Brand
 2 campers making coffee outside their tent at Depot Beach campground, Murramarang National Park. Photo: Remy Brand © Remy Brand

Stay a little longer

Discover where to eat, drink, stay and play beyond the walk.

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Walkers enjoy lunch and drinks at a cafe in Fingal Bay on the Tomeree Cosatal Walk. Credit: Remy Brand © Remy Brand
 Walkers enjoy lunch and drinks at a cafe in Fingal Bay on the Tomeree Cosatal Walk. Credit: Remy Brand © Remy Brand

About NSW Great Walks

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service is developing a network of Great Walks across New South Wales that will traverse some of the state’s most breathtaking and diverse landscapes. Walks are being designed for varying levels of fitness and experience with a range of distances, grades and accommodation options to cater for as many walkers as possible. Read the NSW Great Walks document to learn more about NSW Great Walks and the principles that guide the development of these new walking experiences.

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