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River walk

Boonoo Boonoo National Park

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Visitor info

All the practical information you need to know about River walk.

Track grading

Features of this track

Distance

8.5km one-way

Time

6 - 8hrs

Quality of markings

Clearly sign posted

Experience required

Some bushwalking experience recommended

Gradient

Short steep hills

Steps

Occasional steps

Quality of path

Formed track, some obstacles

Getting there and parking

From Tenterfield:

  • Turn right onto Naas Street at the northern end of Rouse Street, then turn left onto Logan Street.
  • Drive for 21km down sealed Mount Lindesay Road, passing Basket Swamp National Park.
  • Turn right onto sealed Boonoo Boonoo Falls Road, and drive for 5 km to the park entrance.
  • Continue along unsealed Boonoo Boonoo Falls Road for 9 km to Boonoo Boonoo Falls picnic area where you can park.

From Stanthorpe:

  • From High Street, turn right on Amosfield Road, then take a slight right towards Tenterfield along sealed Mount Lindesay Road.
  • Crossing Mursons and Jenner Creeks, continue past Bald Rock National Park.
  • Turn left onto sealed Boonoo Boonoo Falls Road, and drive for 5 km to the park entrance.
  • Continue along unsealed Boonoo Boonoo Falls Road for 9 km to Boonoo Boonoo Falls picnic area where you can park. 

Road quality

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

  • Mixture of sealed and unsealed roads

Vehicle access

  • 2WD vehicles

Weather restrictions

  • All weather

Parking

Parking, including accessible parking, is available at Boonoo Boonoo Falls picnic area. Bus parking is also available just south of Boonoo Boonoo Falls picnic area. There is also parking available at Platypus Hole picnic area, Cypress Pine campground and 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.
  • There are no rubbish bins so please take all your rubbish away with you.

Toilets

There are non flush toilets at Boonoo Boonoo Falls picnic area and Cypress Pine campground.

  • Non-flush toilets

Carpark

Parking is available at Morgans Gully picnic area, Cypress Pine campground, Platypus Hole picnic area and Boonoo Boonoo Falls picnic area. Bus parking is also available just south of Boonoo Boonoo Falls picnic area.

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.

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.

Fishing safety

Fishing from a boat, the beach or by the river is a popular activity for many national park visitors. If you’re planning a day out fishing, check out these fishing safety tips.

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 - no wheelchair access

Permitted

Fishing

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

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.

River walk

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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