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Carne View lookout

Gardens of Stone State Conservation Area

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Overview

Carne View lookout in Gardens of Stone State Conservation area is a remote lookout along the Broad Swamp to Birds Rock walking track.

Carne View lookout is the jewel in the crown of the Gardens of Stone State Conservation Area, with panoramic views overlooking Carne Creek. There’s no vehicle access – you can reach the lookout along the 17.5km Broad Swamp to Birds Rock walking track or from Birds Rock carpark which is a 7km return walk along a remote fire trail. Birds Rock carpark is accessible by 4WD only.

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  • An aerial view of 3 hikers enjoying the view from Carne View lookout along Broad Swamp to Birds Rock walking track in Gardens of Stone State Conservation Area. Credit: John Spencer © DCCEEW

    Broad Swamp to Birds Rock walking track

    Broad Swamp to Birds Rock walking track is an adventurous walk in Gardens of Stone State Conservation Area. Explore 17.5km of swamps and creeks, towering forests, gorges and pagoda formations on this one-way walk, near Lithgow.

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