List of Bushwalks in Armidale Regional Council

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Starting from Native Dog campground this circuit walk in Cathedral Rock National Park is perfect for families. It is a mostly level walk that finishes at Native Dog Creek picnic area. Let us begin by acknowledging the Gumbaynggirr & Anaiwan people, Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Warrigal Walking Track

1.2 km circuit

20 min to 30 min

Warrigal Walking Track

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Weeping Rock Walking Track

Weeping Rock Walking Track

1.4 km return

45 min to 1 h

A short return walk in New England National Park takes you to a scenic basalt cliff face. The natural springs dripping over it make it look like it's weeping. Let us begin by acknowledging the Gumbaynggirr & Anaiwan people, Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Starting from Long Point Camping area this circuit walk takes you through rainforest and grassy heathlands for to great views over wilderness area of Macleay Gorge. Stop for lunch at Longpoint picnic area. Let us begin by acknowledging the Gumbaynggirr & Anaiwan people, Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Cassinia Walking Track

1.7 km circuit

45 min to 1 h 15 min

Cassinia Walking Track

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Eagles Nest Walking Track

Eagles Nest Walking Track

2.4 km circuit

1 h 30 min to 2 h

Walk this circuit walk in New England National Park through World Heritage rainforest to Eagles Nest Lookout and Platypus Valley Lookouts for stunning views of the area. Let us begin by acknowledging the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Starting from Wollomombi Falls parking and picnic area follow this walk along the rim of the Wollomombi Gorge past Gorge and Wollomombi Falls Lookouts to Chandler Falls Lookout for some stunning views over Chandler and Wollomombi Rivers and falls. Let us begin by acknowledging the Gumbaynggirr & Anaiwan people, Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Wollomombi Walking Track

4.2 km return

1 h 30 min to 2 h

Wollomombi Walking Track

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Starting from Barokee campground this circuit walk will take you up the Cathedral Rock across boulders for great views over the national park. Let us begin by acknowledging the Gumbaynggirr & Anaiwan people, Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Cathedral Rock Track

4.8 km circuit

1 h 45 min to 2 h 30 min

1 h 45 min to 2 h 30 min

Lagoon Circuit Walking Track

Lagoon Circuit Walking Track

5 km circuit

2 h to 3 h

Starting from Little Llangothlin picnic and parking area this circuit walk leads around the lagoon and surrounding Ramsar-listed (one of the few) wetlands. Look out for black swans and nomadic pelicans or brown falcons and white-breasted sea eagles above you. Let us begin by acknowledging the Gumbaynggirr & Anaiwan people, Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Tea Tree Falls Walking Track

Tea Tree Falls Walking Track

5 km return

1 h 30 min to 2 h 30 min

5 km

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1 h 30 min to 2 h 30 min

Starting from Point Lookout Road (or from Thungutti Camping Area) this return walk leads through eucalypt and tea tree forest, past waterfalls on Styx River and Toms Cabin. You can prolong your walk by walking the Lyrebird Walk or return via the same route. Let us begin by acknowledging the Gumbaynggirr & Anaiwan people, Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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As the name suggests, this circuit walk in New England National Park might offer you a chance to see some lyrebirds. Either way you will enjoy a great range of of environments and see lots of wildlife. Let us begin by acknowledging the Dunghutti people, Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Lyrebird Walking Track

5.4 km circuit

2 h 45 min to 3 h 45 min

Lyrebird Walking Track

5.4 km

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2 h 45 min to 3 h 45 min

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Threlfall Walking Track traces the route of the historic 1894 hydro-electric scheme in Gara Gorge in Oxley Wild Rivers National Park. Walk to Old dam wall, The Penstock or Gorge Lookouts for great views and have a picnic on the way back. Let us begin by acknowledging the Gumbaynggirr & Anaiwan people, Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Threlfall Walking Track

5.7 km circuit

2 h to 3 h

Threlfall Walking Track

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Starting at Dangars Falls Road car park, this return walk explores the lively woodland of Oxley Wild Rivers National Park. Stop at Rock Wallaby lookout for scenic views of the area. Let us begin by acknowledging the Gumbaynggirr & Anaiwan people, Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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McDirtys Walking Track

5.9 km return

2 h to 3 h

McDirtys Walking Track

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Chandler View Circuit Walk

Chandler View Circuit Walk

6.2 km circuit

2 h to 3 h

Starting from Long Point parking area this circuit walk in Oxley Wild Rivers National Park leads through unique dry rainforest to Chandlers Lookout and scenic views over the river. Let us begin by acknowledging the Gumbaynggirr & Anaiwan people, Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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From Native Dog Creek campground and picnic area this walk takes you through Cathedral Rock National Park to Woolpack Rocks. These ancient rocks are enormous. Take care scrambling about and enjoy the stunning district views from the top. The walk is easier than the one to Cathedral Rock. Let us begin by acknowledging the Gumbaynggirr & Anaiwan people, Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Woolpack Rocks

7.7 km return

2 h 30 min to 3 h 30 min

2 h 30 min to 3 h 30 min

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Barokee to Native Dog Creek walk

Barokee to Native Dog Creek walk

8.7 km oneway

4 h to 6 h

Starting from Barokee campground this one-way walk takes you through open forest, heath and boulder fields of Cathedral Rock National Park to Native Dog campground. If you have time, stay the night at a campground and take the alternate track back on the next day. Let us begin by acknowledging the Gumbaynggirr & Anaiwan people, Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Salisbury Waters Walking Track

Salisbury Waters Walking Track

14 km return

5 h 30 min to 8 h

Salisbury Waters walking track in Oxley Wild Rivers National Park starts at Dangars Falls picnic area. It is a challenging walk but rewarded by excellent views of the area. The walk spends most of the time high on the ridge then leads down to Salisbury Waters, providing an opportunity for a cool dip. Let us begin by acknowledging the Aniwan people, Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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