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Federal Falls walking track

Mount Canobolas State Conservation Area

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Visitor info

All the practical information you need to know about Federal Falls walking track.

Track grading

Features of this track

Distance

4km loop

Time

1 - 2hrs

Quality of markings

Clearly sign posted

Experience required

No experience required

Gradient

Short steep hills

Steps

Many steps

Quality of path

Formed track

Getting there and parking

On entering Mount Canobolas State Conservation Area, follow Mount Canobolas Road before turning right on Towac Road. Federal Falls campground will be on your right.

Parking

Parking is available at Federal Falls campground.

Best times to visit

There are lots of great things waiting for you in Mount Canobolas State Conservation Area. Here are some of the highlights.

Autumn

Wake up to misty mornings and enjoy clear, sunny skies – it's a magical time of year to visit.

Spring

See the violet kunzea, fringe myrtle and mirbelia flowers blossoming in the heaths around rocky outcrops.

Weather, temperature and rainfall

Summer temperature

Average

13°C and 26°C

Highest recorded

36.7°C

Winter temperature

Average

0°C and 8°C

Lowest recorded

-3.3°C

Rainfall

Wettest month

August

Driest month

March

The area’s highest recorded rainfall in one day

124.2mm

Facilities

Barbecue facilities

Federal Falls campground is equipped with barbecues and picnic tables for a pre- or post- walk lunch

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).

Waterfall safety

Waterfalls are beautiful destinations but please be safe when visiting these natural wonders. Read these waterfall safety tips before exploring waterfalls on your next walk.

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.

Federal Falls walking track

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