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Western Ridge walking track

Mutawintji National Park

Visitor info

All the practical information you need to know about Western Ridge walking track.

Track grading

Grade 5

Learn more about the grading system

Features of this track

Distance

6km loop

Time

2hrs 30min - 3hrs 30min

Quality of markings

No directional signage

Experience required

Experienced bushwalkers

Gradient

Very steep and difficult

Steps

Many steps

Quality of path

Rough track, many obstacles

Getting there and parking

On entering Mutawintji National Park, Western Ridge walking track starts near Homestead Creek campground.

Parking

Parking is available at Homestead Creek campground.

Best times to visit

Mutawintji National Park is best visited during spring. Daytime weather is pleasant and the nights are not yet too cold.

Weather, temperature and rainfall

Summer temperature

Average

30°C and 35°C

Highest recorded

48.6°C

Winter temperature

Average

17°C and 31°C

Lowest recorded

-3.3°C

Rainfall

Wettest month

January

Driest month

September

The area’s highest recorded rainfall in one day

140.2mm

Facilities

Toilets and picnic facilities are located at the Homestead Creek campground.

Maps and downloads

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).

Outback safety

Safety is of high priority in outback areas. In summer, temperatures can reach up to 50°C in some places. Food, water and fuel supplies can be scarce. Before you head off, check for road closures and use our contacts to stay safe in the outback.

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

Broken Hill office
Monday to Friday, 8.30am to 4.30pm. Closed 1pm to 2pm.
08 8084 2880
npws.westdarling@environment.nsw.gov.au
183 Argent Street, Broken Hill NSW 2880

Park info

in Mutawintji National Park in the Outback NSW region
Mutawintji National Park is always open but may have to close at times due to poor weather or fire danger.

Visitor centre

Mutawintji Visitor Centre
51 Old Coach Road, Mutawintji, NSW 2880
Mutawintji Visitor Centre is always open but it's unstaffed (self service).