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Bungoona walk

Bald Rock National Park

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Visitor info

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

Track grading

Grade 3

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Features of this track

Distance

5.7km return

Time

1 - 2hrs

Quality of markings

Sign posted

Experience required

Some bushwalking experience recommended

Gradient

Short steep hills

Steps

Occasional steps

Quality of path

Formed track

Getting there and parking

Bungoona walking track leaves from Bald Rock campground and picnic area. To get there:

From Tenterfield:

  • Turn right at the northern end of town onto sealed Mount Lindesay Road. Continue for 29km, passing Boonoo Boonoo National Park and the 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 onto sealed Mount Lindesay Road.
  • Cross Mursons and Jenner creeks, continue past Bald Rock Bush Retreat, then turn right and follow the sealed Bald Rock Access Road for 5km to the picnic area and campground.

Road quality

  • Sealed roads

Vehicle access

  • 2WD vehicles

Weather restrictions

  • All weather

Parking

Parking is available at Bald Rock campground and picnic area.

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.

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.

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).

Accessibility

Disability access level - no wheelchair access

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.

Bungoona 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.

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