Sandstone Caves walking track
Pilliga Nature Reserve
Overview
Take a short walk along Sandstone Caves walking track to see ancient Aboriginal rock art in Pilliga Nature Reserve, located near Coonabarabran and Baradine.
- Where
- Pilliga Nature Reserve in Country NSW
- Distance
- 1.7km loop
- Time suggested
- 1hr - 1hr 30min
- Grade
- Grade 3
- What to
bring - Hat, sunscreen, drinking water
- Please note
- Photography is permitted, however visitors are requested not to use flash photography.
- It’s a good idea to check road conditions before setting out. Contact Pilliga Forest Discovery Centre for up-to-date information.
Walk in the footsteps of the Gamilaraay People along the short Sandstone Caves walking track in Pilliga Nature Reserve. You’ll pass through scenic forest to the impressive sandstone hills which contain ancient Aboriginal rock engravings. Take some time to read over the interpretive signage a deeper insight into this special place.
This is a special place for the Gamilaraay People. Please be respectful when visiting the area and refrain from touching the rock art and engravings.
Learn more about Pilliga Nature Reserve and Pilliga National Park.
Also see
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Pilliga Forest Discovery Centre
The Pilliga Forest Discovery Centre is the best place for visitors and tourists to collect information about the Pilliga Forest before setting off on their adventure.
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Local alerts
For the latest updates on fires, closures and other alerts in this area, see https://www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/things-to-do/walking-tracks/sandstone-caves-walking-track/local-alerts
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
Park info
- in Pilliga Nature Reserve in the Country NSW region
Visitor info
All the practical information you need to know about Sandstone Caves walking track.
Track grading
Features of this track
Distance
1.7km loop
Time
1hr - 1hr 30min
Quality of markings
Clearly sign posted
Experience required
No experience required
Gradient
Gentle hills
Steps
Many steps
Quality of path
Formed track, some obstacles
Getting there and parking
Directions can be obtained by visiting or contacting Pilliga Forest Discovery Centre. The walk is not signposted as requested by the Aboriginal Elders.
Parking
Parking is available at the start of Sandstone Caves walking track.
Weather, temperature and rainfall
You may experience a great range of temperatures on any day in the park. In summer it's generally hot in the daytime and temperatures often exceed 40C. In winter nights can be very cold, but you can enjoy clear sunny days. Rainfall is also highly variable, ranging from drought to prolonged wet periods, with the average annual rainfall around 600mm. Creeks may quickly become impassable after heavy rain.
Summer temperature
Average
15°C and 35°C
Highest recorded
45°C
Winter temperature
Average
2°C and 21°C
Lowest recorded
-6.1°C
Rainfall
Wettest month
January
Driest month
June to September
Maps and downloads
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.