Edgars lookout
Oxley Wild Rivers National Park
Overview
Edgars lookout is in Oxley Wild Rivers National Park near Wollomombi campground. Its spacious cantilevered deck offers magnificent views of the gorges below.
The panoramic views from Edgars lookout are well worth the short stroll from the campground. Next to Edgars picnic area, it’s a secluded spot where you can enjoy peace and tranquillity when visiting the Wollomombi Falls area.
Below you the Chandler River meanders south toward its junction with the Macleay, passing Long Point and Halls Peak campgrounds on its way downstream. If you're lucky you may even see raptors soaring through the gorges.
Nearby
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Wollomombi campground
A bush campground perfect for campervans and trailers, offers birdwatching, walking and picnicking, near Wollomombi Falls.
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Edgars picnic area
Edgars picnic area is in Oxley Wild Rivers National Park near Wollomombi campground. It’s a peaceful spot to rest and relax when visiting Wollomombi Main Falls lookout.
These maps give a basic overview of park attractions and facilities, and may not be detailed enough for some activities. We recommend that you buy a topographic map before you go exploring.
General enquiries
- National Parks Contact Centre
- 7am to 7pm daily
- 1300 072 757 (13000 PARKS) for the cost of a local call within Australia excluding mobiles
- parks.info@environment.nsw.gov.au
Operated by
- Armidale office
- Monday to Friday, 8.30am to 5pm.
- 02 6738 9100
- npws.nea@environment.nsw.gov.au
- 145 Miller Street, Armidale NSW 2350
Park info
- in Oxley Wild Rivers National Park in the North Coast and Country NSW regions
Oxley Wild Rivers National Park is always open but may have to close at times due to poor weather or fire danger.
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There are 3 areas in Oxley Wild Rivers National Park where you'll need day use vehicle permits: Halls Peak campground and picnic area, Riverside campground and picnic area, and Youdales Hut campground and picnic area. Day use vehicle permits can be bought online or by calling the National Parks Contact Centre on 1300 072 757. If camping, permit fees are included in the campground fee.
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