Snow Gum walking track
Coolah Tops National Park
Overview
Snow Gum walking track in Coolah Tops National Park is an easy way to experience some of the largest known snow gum trees in a beautiful old-growth forest setting, near Coolah.
- Where
- Coolah Tops National Park in Country NSW
- Accessibility
- No wheelchair access
- Distance
- 1.2km loop
- Time suggested
- 45min
- Grade
- Grade 3
- What to
bring - Drinking water
- Please note
- When you visit or stay in Coolah Tops National Park come fully equipped with food, water and shelter. There’s no drinking water available in the park and it has limited visitors’ facilities.
- The Forest Road east of the Hildegard Road intersection is closed to vehicles during winter (June through August).
It’s easy to combine a scenic drive along Forest Road with a stroll along Snow Gum walking track. The whole family will enjoy this short 1.2km loop among enormous trees in a beautiful sub-alpine forest.
Hop out of your car, head into the forest and experience these magnificent giants up close. Be sure to bring your camera because there’s plenty of wildlife to see. Keep an eye out for crimson rosellas, red wattlebirds and rainbow lorikeets in the canopy. Toward dusk, swamp wallabies and echidnas emerge, and at night greater gliders and feather gliders travel through the treetops.
There’s plenty more to do near nearby. Snow Gum walking track is easily combined with a visit to the rustic Cattle Creek Hut. Nearby Breeza lookout is a great spot to enjoy a picnic and soak up views of the Liverpool and Breeza plains. Fit, experienced bushwalkers can enjoy still more stunning Liverpool Range views along Shepherds Peak walking track.
Also see
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Snow Gum picnic area
Snow Gum picnic area is in Coolah Tops National Park at the start of Snow Gum walking track. It’s a great spot for a snack when you do this family-friendly walk.
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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/snow-gum-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 Coolah Tops National Park in the Country NSW region
Coolah Tops National Park is always open but may have to close at times due to poor weather, fire danger or management operations. The eastern end of the park is regularly closed during wet weather due to slippery road conditions.
Visitor info
All the practical information you need to know about Snow Gum walking track.
Track grading
Features of this track
Distance
1.2km loop
Time
45min
Quality of markings
Clearly sign posted
Experience required
No experience required
Gradient
Gentle hills
Steps
Occasional steps
Quality of path
Formed track, some obstacles
Getting there and parking
Snow Gum walking track is in Coolah Tops National Park. To get there from Coolah:
- Drive east on sealed Coolah Creek Road for almost 19km.
- Turn right onto unsealed State Forest Road and drive almost 11km to the park entrance.
- Continue straight onto The Forest Road and drive for about 25km.
- Turn right onto Gemini Loop Road and park at Snow Gum picnic area.
- Walk 250m to find the start of Snow Gum walking track on your left.
The Forest Road east of the Hildegard Road intersection is closed to vehicles during winter (June through August).
Road quality
- Unsealed roads
Vehicle access
- Most roads suitable for 2WD vehicles
Weather restrictions
- Dry weather only
Parking
Parking is available at Snow Gum picnic area.
Facilities
- Picnic tables are available at Snow Gum picnic area.
- There are no bins so you’ll need to take all rubbish away with you.
Carpark
Maps and downloads
Accessibility
Disability access level - no wheelchair access
Prohibited
Camp fires and solid fuel burners
Camping
Camping is not permitted on Snow Gum walking track.
Cycling
Generators
Horses
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.
Learn more
Snow Gum walking track is in Coolah Tops National Park. Here are just some of the reasons why this park is special:
Get active in the bush
Pack your hiking boots and your mountain bike and be ready to get active in the bush at Coolah Tops. There are plenty of great walking tracks and trails to experience the bush on your bike. Make your way to lookouts like Shepherd's Peak or Breeza lookout for spectacular views to the north over the Liverpool Plains and the sheer escarpment. You'll also find several waterfalls along the escarpment where the creeks plunge over the plateau edge.
Wildlife haven
Looking out across the beautiful landscape of Coolah Tops National Park, it's obvious why you'll find so much wildlife here. Wander quietly along one of the walking tracks and you'll probably have a close encounter with red-necked wallabies and eastern grey kangaroos. You might also find a wombat waddling through the campground. Coolah Tops has some of the highest population densities of greater gliders in Australia. At night, keep your torch handy to see greater gliders, ring-tailed possums and possibly feather-tailed gliders or a sugar glider in the nearby trees.
- Grass Tree walking track Grass Tree walking track is a great way to explore a magical landscape of ancient grass trees in Coolah Tops National Park. A must-do for visitors, this easy walk starts at The Barracks campground.
- Shepherds Peak walking track For experienced bushwalkers, Shepherds Peak walking track in Coolah Tops National Park is a great way to explore sub-alpine forest. Come prepared for a steep scramble up the peak’s volcanic dome.
- Snow Gum walking track Snow Gum walking track in Coolah Tops National Park is an easy way to experience some of the largest known snow gum trees in a beautiful old-growth forest setting, near Coolah.