Basket Swamp horse riding trails
Basket Swamp National Park
Overview
Fire affected area
Some areas of this park were affected by fire in 2019/2020. You’ll notice some changes to the landscape, as well as signs of recovery. Some areas may remain closed for longer to allow habitat to recover or because we’re repairing park infrastructure. Stay safe with these after-fire tips for visitors.
Saddle up and explore 21km of horse riding trails in Basket Swamp National Park, near Tenterfield. You'll find rides suitable for all ages and experience levels on our network of fire trails.
- Where
- Basket Swamp National Park
- Distance
- 21km of trails
- Time suggested
- 4-8 hr
- Grade
- Medium
- Price
- Free
- What to
bring - Drinking water, hat, suitable clothing
- Please note
- A GPS will be handy in this remote area.
- Please read our code of practice for horse riding in parks before you set out on your adventure.
- Please consider minimising the impact of introduced weeds and plants on Basket Swamp National Park by feeding horses a weed-free diet for two to four days prior to any extended trip to reduce the risk of seeds being spread through manure.
- There is limited mobile reception in this park.
Horse ride along 21km of trails at this remote and mountainous setting in Basket Swamp National Park. You’ll enjoy magnificent views from the top of granite tors, ride through fresh water streams and vast stretches of forest.
With 2 popular loops to choose from, Falls circuit and Wellington Creek circuit, there’s enough to keep you busy all day. Take the 15.5 km Falls circuit and challenge yourself on the steep climbs before cooling off in the rock pools at the top of Basket Swamp Falls.
After a picnic lunch, ride Wellington Creek circuit ride to Woollool Woolloolni Aboriginal Place, and take in spectacular views of the granite tors. There’s plenty of shade to rest in summer time, and the grounds will be blanketed in native wildflowers through spring.
Why not make a weekend of it and check out the horse riding trails in nearby Washpool National Park.
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Operated by
- Tenterfield office
- Monday to Friday, 8.30am to 4.30pm.
- 02 6736 4298
- npws.ntab@environment.nsw.gov.au
- 10 Miles Street, Tenterfield NSW 2372
Park info
- in Basket Swamp National Park in the Country NSW region
