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Chinamans Garden walking track

Nangar National Park

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Visitor info

All the practical information you need to know about Chinamans Garden walking track.

Track grading

Grade 4

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Features of this track

Distance

7.4km return

Time

5hrs

Quality of markings

Limited signage

Experience required

Some bushwalking experience recommended

Gradient

Gentle hills

Steps

No steps

Quality of path

Rough track, many obstacles

Getting there and parking

Chinamans Garden walking track is in Nangar National Park. To get there:

From Eugowra:

  • Travel 10km along Escort Way (Eugowra – Orange Road)
  • The park entrance sign is at the intersection with Dripping Rock Road
  • Turn left and travel 2.5km on Dripping Rock Road, crossing a cattle grid into the park.
  • Continue 4.5km to Terarra Creek campground and picnic area, where this walk begins.

From Orange:

  • Travel 70km along Escort Way (also known as Forbes Road)
  • The park entrance sign is at the intersection with Dripping Rock Road
  • Turn left and travel 2.5km on Dripping Rock Road, crossing a cattle grid into the park.
  • Continue 4.5km to Terarra Creek campground and picnic area, where this walk begins.

Road quality

  • Unsealed roads

Vehicle access

  • Most roads suitable for 2WD vehicles

Weather restrictions

  • Dry weather only

Parking

Parking is available at Terarra Creek campground and picnic area.

Facilities

Non-flush toilets are located at Terarra Creek campground and picnic area, where this walk begins.

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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

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.

Map of Chinamans Garden walking track

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Park info

  • in Nangar National Park in the Country NSW region
  • Nangar National Park is always open but may have to close at times due to extreme weather or fire danger.