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Mount Gray walking track

Abercrombie Karst Conservation Reserve

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Visitor info

All the practical information you need to know about Mount Gray walking track.

Track grading

Grade 4

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Features of this track

Distance

7km loop

Time

3 - 4hrs

Quality of markings

Sign posted

Experience required

Some bushwalking experience recommended

Gradient

Very steep

Steps

Occasional steps

Quality of path

Rough track, many obstacles

Getting there and parking

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Get directions

    On entering Abercrombie Karst Conservation Reserve:

    • Follow Cave Road until you get to the visitor centre
    • Check local signage for directions to Mount Gray walking track

    Road quality

    Check the weather before you set out as the road to Mount Gray walking track can become boggy when it rains.

    Parking

    Parking is available at Mount Gray walking track.

    Best times to visit

    There are lots of great things waiting for you in Abercrombie Karst Conservation Reserve. Here are some of the highlights.

    Autumn

    Enjoy the cosy rooms and open fireplace at Arch Cottage and breathe in the crisp autumn air.

    Spring

    Pack a picnic and head off on Grove Creek Falls walking track for a relaxing lunch with spectacular views of the waterfalls.

    Summer

    Step out of your tent and go for a refreshing swim in the pools of Grove Creek, then discover the natural wonders underground on a cave tour.

    Winter

    Explore the historic mining site at Mount Gray by day, then get cosy by the campfire at night.

    Weather, temperature and rainfall

    Summer temperature

    Average

    8°C and 27°C

    Highest recorded

    27°C

    Winter temperature

    Average

    -0.1°C and 12°C

    Lowest recorded

    -1.1°C

    Rainfall

    Wettest month

    January

    Driest month

    April

    The area’s highest recorded rainfall in one day

    268.4mm

    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.

    Mount Gray walking track

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    Park info

    • in Abercrombie Karst Conservation Reserve in the Country NSW region

    • Abercrombie Karst Conservation Reserve and caves are open Thursday to Monday (closed Tuesday and Wednesday). The reserve and caves area open daily during NSW school holidays. Closed Christmas Day.