North Head walking track
Brunswick Heads Nature Reserve
Visitor info
All the practical information you need to know about North Head walking track.
Track grading
Grade 2
Learn more about the grading system Features of this track-
Time
15 - 30min
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Quality of markings
Clearly sign posted
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Gradient
Flat
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Distance
0.7km return
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Steps
Occasional steps
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Quality of path
Formed track
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Experience required
No experience required
Getting there and parking
Get driving directions
North Head track is in the North Head precinct of Brunswick Heads Nature Reserve. To get there, park in North Head carpark and follow the signs.
Road quality
The unsealed road is in poor condition with a lot of holes for the last kilometre so drive very slowly and carefully.
- Unsealed roads
Vehicle access
- 2WD vehicles
Weather restrictions
- All weather
Parking
Parking is available at North Head track. It can be a busy time on weekends, so parking may be limited.
Best times to visit
There are lots of great things waiting for you in Brunswick Heads Nature Reserve. Here are some of the highlights.
Spring
During this season humpback whales accompanied by new calves and migratory shorebirds can be seen. Look out for bar-tailed godwits, which undertake the longest non-stop migratory flight of any bird in the world.
Winter
Late June and early July is the peak time to see humpback whales migrating north to mate and calve in tropical waters. New Brighton Beach and the north wall of Brunswick River are the best viewing spots.
Weather, temperature and rainfall
Summer temperature
Average
20°C and 27°C
Highest recorded
35.1°C
Winter temperature
Average
12°C and 19.5°C
Lowest recorded
3.3°C
Rainfall
Wettest month
March
Driest month
September
The area’s highest recorded rainfall in one day
350.4mm
Facilities
Drinking water is not available in this area, so it’s a good idea to bring your own.
Toilets
The toilets have a ramp and are wheelchair-accessible.
- Non-flush toilets
Maps and downloads
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.

Operated by
- Murwillumbah office
- Monday to Friday, 8.30am to 4.30pm.
- 02 6670 8600
- npws.tweedbyron@environment.nsw.gov.au
- Level 1/135 Murwillumbah Street, Murwillumbah NSW 2484
Park info
- in Brunswick Heads Nature Reserve in the North Coast region
Brunswick Heads Nature Reserve is always open but may have to close at times due to poor weather or fire danger.