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Longneck Lagoon walking track

Scheyville National Park

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Visitor info

All the practical information you need to know about Longneck Lagoon walking track.

Track grading

Grade 4

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Features of this track

Distance

4km loop

Time

1hr 30min - 2hrs 30min

Quality of markings

Limited signage

Experience required

No experience required

Gradient

Flat

Steps

Occasional steps

Quality of path

Formed track, some obstacles

Getting there and parking

Longneck Lagoon walking track is in the northern precinct of Scheyville National Park. To get there:

  • Drive 10km from Windsor along Cattai Road
  • Longneck Lagoon is on the eastern side of the road near the bridge over Longneck Creek.

Parking

Parking is off Cattai Road, just before the bridge over Longneck Creek. Access to the walking track is via a sty over the boundary fence.

Best times to visit

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

Autumn

Ride a horse around the central precinct of the park, where several trails thread over and around Longneck Creek.

Spring

Discover the area's fascinating heritage with a visit to the historical Scheyville Camp Precinct.

Summer

Take a morning stroll around Longneck Lagoon to observe the many bird species that call the wetland home, or drop in on their long migrations.

Weather, temperature and rainfall

Summer temperature

Average

11.2°C and 29.1°C

Highest recorded

42.5°C

Winter temperature

Average

4.1°C and 17.9°C

Lowest recorded

-7.2°C

Rainfall

Wettest month

January

Driest month

September

The area’s highest recorded rainfall in one day

309.4mm

Maps and downloads

Safety messages

Bushwalking safety

If you're keen to head out on a longer walk or a backpack camp, always be prepared. Read these bushwalking safety tips before you set off on a walking adventure in national parks.

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.

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.

Longneck Lagoon walking track

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Park info

  • in Scheyville National Park in the Sydney and surrounds region

  • Scheyville National Park is open 8am to 6pm from May to August and 8am to 8pm from September to April. The park may have to close at times due to poor weather or fire danger.