Slingsbys trail and Syndicate Ridge track
Dorrigo National Park
Visitor info
All the practical information you need to know about Slingsbys trail and Syndicate Ridge track.
Track grading
Grade 5
Learn more about the grading system Features of this track-
Distance
15km one-way
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Time
6 - 8hrs
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Quality of markings
Clearly sign posted
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Experience required
Experienced bushwalkers
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Gradient
Very steep and difficult
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Steps
No steps
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Quality of path
Rough track, many obstacles
Getting there and parking
Get driving directions
To start the walk along Slingsby trail:
- Drive 10km north of Dorrigo along Megan Road
- Turn onto Slingsby Road
- The trail begins at the end, and finishes at the northern end of Adams Lane, Glennifer.
Parking
Parking is available at the end of Slingsbys Road and at the end of Adams Lane, Gleniffer. Please do not block any farm gates with your vehicle at either of these locations.
Best times to visit
The weather at Dorrigo National Park can vary from warm to mild to cool, depending on the time of year you visit. The summer months usually have the highest rainfall.
Spring
The rainforest is alive with birdlife - walk the Lyrebird Link for a close up view.
Summer
Escape the summer heat along one of the waterfall tracks and feel the coolness envelope you.
Facilities
Drinking water is limited or not available in this area, so it’s a good idea to pack plenty of water.
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.

Operated by
- Dorrigo Rainforest Centre
- 9am to 4.30pm daily. Closed Christmas Day.
- 02 6657 5913
- dorrigo.rainforestcentre@environment.nsw.gov.au
- 142 Dome Road Dorrigo Mountain NSW 2453
Park info
- in Dorrigo National Park in the North Coast region
Dorrigo National Park is open daily (except Christmas Day) 9am to 4.30pm but may have to close at times due to poor weather or fire danger.
Visitor centre
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Dorrigo Rainforest Centre
142 Dome Road Dorrigo Mountain NSW 2453 - 9am to 4.30pm daily. Closed Christmas Day.
- 02 6657 5913