Threlfall walking track
Oxley Wild Rivers National Park
Visitor info
All the practical information you need to know about Threlfall walking track.
Track grading
Features of this track
Distance
5.5km loop
Time
1hr 30min - 2hrs 30min
Quality of markings
Sign posted
Experience required
No experience required
Gradient
Short steep hills
Steps
Occasional steps
Quality of path
Formed track, some obstacles
Getting there and parking
Threlfall walking track starts from Threlfall picnic area in the Gara Gorge precinct of Oxley Wild Rivers National Park. To get there:
- Drive from Armidale along Waterfall Way for approximately 2km
- Turn left into Castledoyle Road and drive for approximately 15km
- At Gara Gorge, follow the signs to Threlfall picnic area.
Road quality
- Mixture of sealed and unsealed roads
Parking
Parking is available at Threlfall picnic area.
Best times to visit
There are lots of great things waiting for you in Oxley Wild Rivers National Park. Here are some of the highlights.
Autumn
A great time to tackle the Green Gully track when the days are not too hot and the nights not too cold.
Spring
The heathlands are a riot of colour when the flowers are out.
Summer
The waterfalls are likely to be at their most impressive after the summer rains.
Winter
Crisp, cool and clear days are good for a brisk half day bushwalk.
Facilities
Toilets and picnic facilities are located at Blue Hole and Threlfall picnic areas.
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
- Armidale office
- Monday to Friday, 8.30am to 5pm.
- 02 6738 9100
- npws.nea@environment.nsw.gov.au
- 145 Miller Street, Armidale NSW 2350
Park info
- in Oxley Wild Rivers National Park in the North Coast and Country NSW regions
Oxley Wild Rivers National Park is always open but may have to close at times due to poor weather or fire danger.
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There are 3 areas in Oxley Wild Rivers National Park where you'll need day use vehicle permits: Halls Peak campground and picnic area, Riverside campground and picnic area, and Youdales Hut campground and picnic area. Day use vehicle permits can be bought online or by calling the National Parks Contact Centre on 1300 072 757. If camping, permit fees are included in the campground fee.
Contact us for permits