Overview
Lyrebird link provides access to the Wonga walk from the carpark at the entrance to Dorrigo National Park, near Coffs Harbour. It is a great spot for birdwatching and there are picnic and barbecue areas nearby.
- Where
- Dorrigo National Park in North Coast
- Accessibility
- No wheelchair access
- Distance
- 0.4km one-way
- Time suggested
- 15 - 30min
- Grade
- Grade 5
- What to
bring - Drinking water
- Please note
- Bring a Dorrigo National Park map with you when you walk
- The rainforest temperature can be cooler, so it's a good idea to bring a jacket
This short, steep walk from the carpark at the park entrance to Dorrigo National Park links you to the Wonga walk. It's where you can start your exploration of these World Heritage listed rainforests.
The walkway takes you deep into the world of Gondwana. To wander through these rainforests today is to step into a living remnant of Earth’s ancient past. The lush rainforest contains giant stinging trees, birds nest ferns and lawyer cane palms that use their tiny hooks to climb high into the rainforest canopy in search of sunlight.
To increase your chances of seeing a Wompoo fruit dove or a brightly coloured king parrot, extend your walk 160m to the Balaminda viewing platform. Be sure to walk quietly and look closely.
Dorrigo Rainforest birds self-guided audio tour
Go on an audio tour from Dorrigo Rainforest Centre into the heart of the rainforest. As you walk, you’ll learn about the colourful personalities and unique calls of some of the park’s most prominent birds.
General enquiries
- National Parks Contact Centre
- 7am to 7pm daily
- 1300 072 757 (13000 PARKS) for the cost of a local call within Australia excluding mobiles
- parks.info@environment.nsw.gov.au
Operated by
- Dorrigo Rainforest Centre
- June to August 9am to 3.30pm daily. September to May 9am to 4.30pm daily. Closed Christmas Day.
- 02 6657 5913
- dorrigo.rainforestcentre@environment.nsw.gov.au
- 100 Lyrebird Lane, Dorrigo Mountain, NSW, 2453
Park info
- in Dorrigo National Park in the North Coast region
Dorrigo National Park is always open but may have to close at times due to poor weather or fire danger.
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