Forestry Hut
If you’re heading north to Astills picnic area then you might stop for a moment to discover some historic heritage at Forestry Hut.
- Price
- Free. Free park entry.
- Wheelchair
access - Hard
- Where
- Werakata National Park in North Coast
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Historic buildings/places
Cycling trails
Old Great North Road bike ride
Mountain bike or walk the Old Great North Road. It’s an important piece of Australia’s history and part of the Convict Sites of Australia World Heritage Area.
- Price
- Free. Free park entry.
- Distance
- 43km one-way
- Time
- 1 day
- Grade
- Hard
- Where
- Dharug National Park in Sydney and surrounds
Dubbo Gully loop trail
For a challenging bushwalk or mountain bike ride, head to Dubbo Gully loop trail, where you’ll find steep ascents and some amazing history.
- Price
- Free. Free park entry.
- Distance
- 18km loop
- Time
- 7hrs
- Grade
- Hard
- Where
- Dharug National Park in Sydney and surrounds
Driving routes
Greater Blue Mountains drive
Greater Blue Mountains Drive takes in the iconic scenery of the Greater Blue Mountains World Heritage Area. Explore Glenbrook, Wentworth Falls and Katoomba and beyond.
- Price
- Free. Free park entry.
- Distance
- 1,200km
- Where
- Katoomba area in Blue Mountains National Park in Sydney and surrounds
Picnic areas
Boarding House Dam picnic area
A popular picnic spot with daytrippers in summer, Boarding House Dam picnic area offers all the amenities, as well as local history, paddling, and hiking opportunities.
- Price
- Free. Free park entry.
- Wheelchair
access - Hard
- Where
- Watagans National Park in North Coast
Alexanders picnic area
This very peaceful picnic area with scenic views, at the southern end of Awaba Bay Foreshore walk is the perfect spot to rest after a bushwalk along beautiful Lake Macquarie - indulge in birdwatching, picnicking, and relaxing among the diverse habitats.
- Price
- Free. Free park entry.
- Where
- Lake Macquarie State Conservation Area in Sydney and surrounds, North Coast
Tours
Fingal Island historical lighthouse tour
Take a step back in time with this tour of Point Stephens Lighthouse and Fingal Island in Tomaree National Park. Hear fascinating stories of the island's history from a passionate local guide on this engaging outing with Moonshadow-TQC Cruises, near Nelson Bay.
- Price
- Fees apply. Free park entry.
- When
- Contact Moonshadow-TQC Cruises for tour schedule.
- Where
- Tomaree National Park in North Coast
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Worimi guided dune safaris to Tin City
Join the friendly guides of Sand Dune Safaris to discover the fabulous Stockton sand dunes in Worimi National Park. Learn all about the dunes, including the curious tale of Tin City.
- Price
- Fees apply. Free park entry.
- When
- Contact Sand Dune Safaris for tour dates and times.
- Where
- Worimi National Park in North Coast
- Operated by
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Walking tracks
Great North walk – Palm Grove Nature Reserve
Palm Grove Nature Reserve features a section of Great North walk, a well-known hiking track that runs from Newcastle to Sydney.
- Price
- Free. Free park entry.
- Distance
- 2.8km one-way
- Time
- 1hr 30min - 2hrs 30min
- Grade
- Grade 3
- Where
- Palm Grove Nature Reserve in Sydney and surrounds
Great North walk - Watagans National Park
The section of Great North walk in Watagans National Park features great scenic lookouts and wonderful birdwatching. It is best suited to experienced bushwalkers.
- Price
- Free. Free park entry.
- Distance
- 10km one-way
- Time
- 2 - 3hrs
- Grade
- Grade 5
- Where
- Watagans National Park in North Coast
Circuit walking track
Circuit walking track is a short walk near Newcastle. Plunging into rainforest, following the creek as it passes a dramatic moss-covered rock wall, this is a great place to visit.
- Price
- Free. Free park entry.
- Distance
- 0.6km loop
- Time
- 30min - 1hr
- Grade
- Grade 4
- Where
- Watagans National Park in North Coast
Rainforest walk to Riverside Park
Rainforest walk to Riverside Park, near Newcastle, is suitable for walking or cycling and crosses Ash Island, ending by the river where you can fish and birdwatch.
- Price
- Free. Free park entry.
- Distance
- 2km one-way
- Time
- 1hr 45min - 2hrs 15min
- Grade
- Grade 3
- Where
- Hunter Wetlands National Park in North Coast
Circuit Flat walking track
Circuit Flat walking track in Yengo National Park is a delightful 5.5km stroll from Mogo campground to Circuit Flat Bridge – the fourth-oldest bridge in Australia, built by convicts in 1831.
- Price
- Free. Free park entry.
- Distance
- 5.5km loop
- Time
- 1hr 30min - 2hrs 30min
- Grade
- Grade 5
- Where
- Yengo National Park in Sydney and surrounds, North Coast
Turners walking track
Steep and challenging, Turners walking track in Watagans National Park, near Cessnock, boasts rainforest views, historic heritage and superb birdwatching.
- Price
- Free. Free park entry.
- Distance
- 1km one-way
- Time
- 30min - 1hr 30min
- Grade
- Grade 4
- Where
- Watagans National Park in North Coast
Minmi Cemetery walk
Take this gentle walk to Minmi Cemetery, a charming historic site that dates back to the coal-mining boom of the mid-1800s.
- Price
- Free. Free park entry.
- Distance
- 1km loop
- Time
- 15 - 45min
- Grade
- Grade 4
- Where
- Blue Gum Hills Regional Park in North Coast
