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Bald Rock base walk

Bald Rock National Park

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Visitor info

All the practical information you need to know about Bald Rock base walk.

Track grading

Features of this track

Distance

0.7km return

Time

15min

Quality of markings

Clearly sign posted

Experience required

No experience required

Gradient

Flat

Steps

No steps

Quality of path

Well-formed track: The track is 1.5m wide and made from sealed bitumen.

Other barriers

Pinch points: There are 2 bridges on the track where the path slightly narrows.

Getting there and parking

Bald Rock Base walk leaves from Bald Rock campground and picnic area. To get there:

From Tenterfield:

  • Turn right at the northern end of town onto the sealed Mount Lindesay Road. Continue for 29km, passing Boonoo Boonoo National Park and Boonoo Boonoo River.
  • Follow the sealed Bald Rock Access Road for 5km to Bald Rock campground and picnic area.

From Stanthorpe:

  • Take the road to Amosfield, then turn south towards Tenterfield along the sealed Mount Lindesay Road.
  • Crossing Mursons and Jenner creeks, continue past Bald Rock Bush Retreat, then turn right and follow the sealed Bald Rock Access Road for 5km to Bald Rock campground and picnic area.

Road quality

  • Sealed roads

Vehicle access

  • 2WD vehicles

Weather restrictions

  • All weather

Parking

Parking is available at Bald Rock campground and picnic area where this walk begins. There are 2 accessible parking spaces next to the start of the track.

Best times to visit

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

Autumn

Clear crisp atmosphere at this time of year offers outstanding views from the top of Bald Rock.

Spring

Wildflowers and the mild temperatures make spring a fantastic time of year for long walks and camping out.

Summer

Good camping weather as the temperature rarely exceeds 30 degrees.

Winter

Frosts and rare snow flakes overnight, followed by brilliant blue skies overhead and crisp, fresh sunny days.

Facilities

  • Accessible non-flush toilets, picnic tables, barbeques and drinking water are available Bald Rock campground and picnic area.
  • There are no bins, so you’ll need to take all rubbish away with you.

Picnic tables

There is an accessible picnic table set on a gravel surface at the base of Bald Rock.

Seats and resting points

There are several seats with backrests along the walk and benches at the base of Bald Rock.

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.

Accessibility

Disability access level - easy

  • This is a flat, step-free, sealed track. 
  • There are 2 bridges on the track where the path slightly narrows.
  • There are 2 accessible parking spaces next to the start of the track.
  • There are seats with backrests along the walk with and benches at the base of Bald Rock.
  • There is an accessible non-flush toilet at the Bald Rock campground and picnic area.

Prohibited

Cycling

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.

Bald Rock base walk

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Park info

  • in Bald Rock National Park in the Country NSW region
  • Bald Rock 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