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Snow Gum walk

New England National Park

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Visitor info

All the practical information you need to know about Snow Gum walk.

Track grading

Grade 3

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Features of this track

Distance

1km one-way

Time

20 - 35min

Quality of markings

Clearly sign posted

Experience required

Some bushwalking experience recommended

Gradient

Gentle hills

Steps

Occasional steps

Quality of path

Formed track, some obstacles

Getting there and parking

Snow Gum walk is in the Point lookout precinct of New England National Park. To get there:

  • Halfway between Armidale and Dorrigo on Waterfall Way, turn onto Point Lookout Road.
  • Continue for approximately 14km.
  • Park near the shelter at Point lookout to start the walk.

Road quality

  • Mixture of sealed and unsealed roads

Vehicle access

  • 2WD vehicles

Weather restrictions

  • 4WD required in wet weather

Parking

  • Parking is available at Point lookout carpark, including several designated accessible spots.
  • Bus parking is also available.

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Safety messages

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

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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