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Morgans Gully picnic area

Boonoo Boonoo National Park

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Visitor info

All the practical information you need to know about the Morgans Gully picnic area.

Getting there and parking

From Stanthorpe:

  • Take the road to Amosfield
  • Turn south towards Tenterfield along Woodenbong Road, continuing south past Bald Rock for a further 7km to the Bonnoo Boonoo National Park/Boonoo Boonoo Falls turn-off.
  • Follow this road for 4km to the park boundary
  • The 9km park access road is unsealed and ends at Boonoo Boonoo Falls picnic area

From the northern end of Tenterfield:

  • Turn right onto Woodenbong Road and travel for 22km
  • Turn right at the Boonoo Boonoo National Park/Boonoo Boonoo Falls sign
  • Follow this road for 4km to the boundary of Boonoo Boonoo National Park
  • The 5km park access road is unsealed and ends at Boonoo Boonoo Falls picnic area

Road quality

Check the weather before you set out as the road to Boonoo Boonoo Falls can become flooded during heavy rains.

  • Unsealed roads

Vehicle access

  • 2WD vehicles

Weather restrictions

  • All weather

Parking

Parking is available at Morgans Gully picnic area.

Best times to visit

There are lots of great things waiting for you in Boonoo Boonoo National Park. Here are some of the highlights.

Spring

This is the season for wildflowers. The mild weather at this time of year is also particularly good for camping.

Summer

The water in the large secluded rock pools along the river will give sweet relief from the summer heat.

Winter

Temperatures can plunge overnight and mornings are often frosty at this time of year, so be well-prepared if you're camping. Though winter days are often sunny, cloudless and warm enough to enjoy a picnic or a long hike.

Weather, temperature and rainfall

Summer temperature

Average

14°C and 27°C

Highest recorded

38.3°C

Winter temperature

Average

2°C and 14°C

Lowest recorded

-10°C

Rainfall

Wettest month

January

Driest month

August

The area’s highest recorded rainfall in one day

228.6mm

Facilities

  • Drinking water is not available in this area, so it’s a good idea to bring your own.
  • You are encouraged to bring gas or fuel stoves, especially in summer during the fire season.
  • Firewood may not be collected from the park – it is provided in the picnic area.

Picnic tables

Barbecue facilities

  • Wood barbecues (bring your own firewood)

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Safety messages

Fire safety

During periods of fire weather, the Commissioner of the NSW Rural Fire Service may declare a total fire ban for particular NSW fire areas, or statewide. Learn more about total fire bans and fire safety.

Mobile safety

Dial Triple Zero (000) in an emergency. Download the Emergency Plus app before you visit, it helps emergency services locate you using your smartphone's GPS. Please note there is limited mobile phone reception in this park and you’ll need mobile reception to call Triple Zero (000).

River and lake safety

The aquatic environment around rivers, lakes and lagoons can be unpredictable. If you're visiting these areas, take note of these river and lake safety tips.

Accessibility

Disability access level - hard

  • Wheelchairs can access this area with difficulty

Permitted

Fishing

A current NSW recreational fishing licence is required when fishing in all waters.

Prohibited

Gathering firewood

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.

Morgans Gully picnic area

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Park info

  • in Boonoo Boonoo National Park in the Country NSW region

  • Boonoo Boonoo National Park is always open but may have to close at times due to poor weather or fire danger.

  • Park entry fees:

    $8 per vehicle per day. The park uses a self-registration fee collection system. Please bring the correct change.

    Buy annual pass