Banksia Point picnic area
New England National Park
Visitor info
All the practical information you need to know about the Banksia Point picnic area.
Getting there and parking
Banksia Point is in the Point lookout precinct of New England National Park. It is 1km south of Point lookout.
To get there by car:
- Turn onto Point Lookout Road from Waterfall Way, halfway between Armidale and Dorrigo.
- Continue for approximately 13km
- Turn right at the sign to Banksia Point, 1km before Point lookout.
Road quality
- Unsealed roads
Vehicle access
- 2WD vehicles
Weather restrictions
- All weather
Parking
Parking available at Banksia Point picnic area.
Facilities
- Drinking water is limited or not available in this area, so bring ample water with you.
- You’re encouraged to bring gas or fuel stoves, especially in summer during the fire season.
Amenities
Toilets
- Flush toilets
Picnic tables
Barbecue facilities
- Wood barbecues (firewood supplied)
Carpark
Maps and downloads
Accessibility
Disability access level - medium
Assistance may be required to access this area.
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.

Operated by
- Dorrigo Rainforest Centre
- 9am to 4.30pm daily. Closed Christmas Day.
- 02 6657 5913
- dorrigo.rainforestcentre@environment.nsw.gov.au
- 142 Dome Road Dorrigo Mountain NSW 2453
Park info
- in New England National Park in the North Coast and Country NSW regions
New England National Park is always open but may have to close at times due to poor weather or fire danger.