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Rocky Point walking track

Yuraygir National Park

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Visitor info

All the practical information you need to know about Rocky Point walking track.

Track grading

Features of this track

Distance

1.8km return

Time

30min - 1hr 30min

Quality of markings

Clearly sign posted

Experience required

No experience required

Gradient

Short steep hills: There are short, steep hills, especially at the start of the walk.

Quality of path

Formed track: The track is 1m-wide formed hard-packed sand, with many uneven sections due to plants, rocks and tree roots.

Steps

Occasional steps: Close to the start of the walk, there's a steep uphill section with 52 steps and then a downhill section with 55 steps. The steps are timber, uneven and shallow, with a corded handrail.

Further along the track, there's a side path with another 23 timber steps.

Getting there and parking

Rocky Point walking track is in the Minnie Water precinct of Yuraygir National Park. To get there:

  • Follow Pacific Highway approximately 10km south of Grafton
  • Turn left at the Wooli turn-off and follow the signs to Wooli
  • Approximately 5.5km north of Wooli, turn left onto Minnie Water Road.
  • Follow the signs to Illaroo campground from Minnie Water Village
  • Illaroo South picnic area is located 800m north of Minnie Water Village

Parking

Parking is available in a bitumen seal carpark at Illaroo South picnic area, where this walk begins. It can be a busy place on the weekend, so parking might be limited.

Best times to visit

There are lots of great things waiting for you in Yuraygir National Park. Here are some of the highlights.

Autumn

Autumn is the perfect time of year to go beach fishing along the park's coastline.

Spring

The park's heathlands provide a spectacular display of wildflowers. Check them out on your choice of walking track, including the Wilsons Headland walk and, of course, the Yuraygir coastal walk.

Summer

Visit in summer to make the most of the park's countless beaches and waterways. Swim, surf or snorkel – cooling sea breezes provide welcome relief in hot weather.

Winter

Plan a winter trip to go whale watching. The sight of migrating whales swimming north to warmer waters is second-to-none, and there are magnificent viewing points at Red Cliffs lookout and Brooms Head.

Weather, temperature and rainfall

Summer temperature

Average

20°C and 26°C

Highest recorded

42.5°C

Winter temperature

Average

9°C and 20°C

Lowest recorded

2.7°C

Rainfall

Wettest month

March

Driest month

September

The area’s highest recorded rainfall in one day

300mm

Facilities

There's an accessible flush toilet and picnic tables at Illaroo South picnic area where this walk begins.

Maps and downloads

Safety messages

Beach safety

Beaches in this park are not patrolled, and can sometimes have strong rips and currents. These beach safety tips will help you and your family stay safe in the water.

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).

Accessibility

Disability access level - no wheelchair access

Rocky Point walking track may be challenging for people with reduced mobility:

  • Near the start of the walk, there's a steep uphill section with 52 steps and then a downhill section with 55 steps. The steps are timber, uneven and shallow, with a corded handrail that doesn't fully support a person's weight.
  • Further along the track, there's a side path with another 23 timber steps.
  • The walk has short, steep hills, especially at the start.
  • The track is hard-packed sand, with many uneven sections due to plants, rocks and tree roots.

There's an accessible flush toilet at Illaroo South picnic area where this walk begins. The toilet block is set along a bitumen seal pathway and has a timber walkway with handrails leading to the entrance. 

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.

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