List of Bushwalks in Mid-Coast Council

Devils Hole Lookout Walk and Picnic Area

Devils Hole Lookout Walk and Picnic Area

350 m return

5 min to 15 min

From Devils Hole campground and picnic area, this short return accessible walk in Barrington Tops National Park takes you to the Devils Hole lookout with a great view over Barrington plateau. Let us begin by acknowledging the Biripi & Worimi 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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Submarine Beach Walking Track

Submarine Beach Walking Track

600 m return

15 min to 45 min

This short return walk starts at the end of Thomas Road, near Yagon Campground and parking area. It leads through blackbutt and banksia forest to sandy Submarine Beach. Have a swim and stop at the lookout for scenic coastal views before heading back. 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 Crowdy Gap campground this short return walk through rare coastal rainforest of turpentine and scentless rosewood takes you to Crowdy Beach, a great spot for swimming and enjoying the stunning coastal views. If you're up for it take a stroll north along the beach to Abbey Creek picnic area and have a picnic before heading back. Let us begin by acknowledging the Biripi & Worimi 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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Crowdy Gap Walking Track

690 m return

15 min to 45 min

Crowdy Gap Walking Track

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Antarctic Beech Forest Walking Track (Short Loop)

Antarctic Beech Forest Walking Track (Short Loop)

710 m circuit

20 min to 30 min

Starting from Gloucester Road this short circuit walk takes you through Antarctic beech rainforest. Let us begin by acknowledging the Biripi & Worimi 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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Coachwood Loop Walking Track

Coachwood Loop Walking Track

790 m circuit

15 min to 30 min

Starting from Hotel Creek Road and Sugar Creek picnic area this short circuit walk in Wallingat National Park takes you through forest of cabbage palms and coachwoods, close to Pipeclay Creek. Let us begin by acknowledging the Biripi & Worimi 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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This short circuit walk in Barrington Tops National Park starts from Honeysuckle Picnic Area, heads through rainforest and open forest of brown barrel with tall mountain banksia, also called honeysuckle. Let us begin by acknowledging the Biripi & Worimi 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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Honeysuckle Forest Track

820 m circuit

15 min to 20 min

Honeysuckle Forest Track

Starting from Potoroo Falls Picnic Area, Dingo Forest, this return walk leads along Little Run Creek to get to Potoroo Falls and swimming hole. Have a swim before heading back. Let us begin by acknowledging the Biripi & Worimi 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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Potoroo Falls Walk

880 m return

15 min to 20 min

Swim

Waterfall

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Starting from Woko campground this circuit walk in Woko National Park takes you through the dry rainforest with plenty of opportunities for bird watching, especially the brush turkeys. 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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Brush Turkey Track

1.3 km circuit

30 min to 1 h

Starting at Mungo Brush Campsite this circuit walk takes you through the rainforest of Myall Lakes National Park. Enjoy the walk and then have a picnic at the campsite. Let us begin by acknowledging the Biripi & Worimi 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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Mungo Rainforest Walk

1.4 km circuit

20 min to 40 min

Mungo Rainforest Walk

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Starting from Indian Head campground this one-way walk leads through rainforest and native grasses to Diamond Head campground, crossing Tadea Creek along the way. If you want to return to the starting point you can retrace your steps or make it a circuit walk by returning along Diamond Head Loop along the coastline. Let us begin by acknowledging the Biripi & Worimi 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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Forest Walking Track

1.4 km oneway

45 min to 1 h 15 min

Neranie Headland Walking Track

Neranie Headland Walking Track

1.5 km return

30 min to 45 min

Starting from Hearts Point picnic area at the end of Neranie Road this return walk takes you past a historic Neranie timber mill village to the views over Myall Lakes in Myall Lakes National Park. Let us begin by acknowledging the Biripi & Worimi 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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Ruins

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Cabbage Palm Loop Walking Track

Cabbage Palm Loop Walking Track

1.5 km circuit

45 min to 1 h 15 min

Starting from Hotel Creek Road and Sugar Creek picnic area this short circuit walk in Wallingat National Park takes you close to Hotel Creek with an abundance of cabbage tree palms around. Finish the walk with a picnic before heading home. Let us begin by acknowledging the Biripi & Worimi 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 the car park on Gloucester Tops Road this short one-way walk takes you through Barrington Tops National Park to the Gloucester Tops picnic area. See how many wombats you can spot before getting to the picnic area for a picnic. Let us begin by acknowledging the Biripi & Worimi 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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River Walking Track

1.8 km oneway

1 h to 1 h 30 min

Antarctic Beech Forest Walking Track (Long Loop)

Antarctic Beech Forest Walking Track (Long Loop)

1.8 km circuit

1 h to 1 h 30 min

Starting from Gloucester Road this circuit walk takes you through snow gums area and rainforest with Antarctic beech to reach the beautiful cascades. Let us begin by acknowledging the Biripi & Worimi 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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Gloucester Falls Walking Track

Gloucester Falls Walking Track

2 km circuit

1 h to 1 h 30 min

Starting from Gloucester Falls picnic area this circuit walk in Barrington Tops National Park takes you through the forest to lookouts over river and falls. Enjoy the lovely walk than return to the picnic area for a picnic. Let us begin by acknowledging the Biripi & Worimi 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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Waterfall

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Five Islands Walking Track

Five Islands Walking Track

2.5 km return

30 min to 1 h

Starting from Saltwater Picnic Area, this return walk in Saltwater National Park is plentiful in Aboriginal history and offers several opportunities for swimming and fishing. Let us begin by acknowledging the Biripi & Worimi 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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Gloucester River Walking Track

Gloucester River Walking Track

2.5 km circuit

1 h to 1 h 30 min

Starting from Gloucester River campground this circuit walk is perfect for families. It leads along the river and takes in scenic views and plenty of opportunities for observing animals and plants. Let us begin by acknowledging the Biripi & Worimi 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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Treachery Headland Walking Track

Treachery Headland Walking Track

2.6 km return

45 min to 1 h 15 min

Take this short return walk through rainforest, past a giant fig tree to get to a lookout with stunning views of Sugarloaf Point Lighthouse and the coastline. Let us begin by acknowledging the Biripi & Worimi 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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This short loop walk takes you along a historic bullock route through Brimbin Nature Reserve, just north of Taree. Check the signage to learn more about the history of this place and the fascinating story of Isabella Mary Kelly. The walk is very well established with sections of timber boardwalk and bridges over the creeks. Let us begin by acknowledging the Biripi & Worimi 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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Ms Kellys Walking Track

3 km circuit

45 min to 1 h 15 min

Ms Kellys Walking Track

Dawson River Walking Track

Dawson River Walking Track

3 km circuit

45 min to 1 h 15 min

Starting from Brimbin Picnic Area, this circuit walk follows Dawson River and stops by a lookout before joining with a historic bullock route of Old Port Macquarie Road. Let us begin by acknowledging the Biripi & Worimi 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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Ruins

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Hidden Treasure Track

3.2 km circuit

1 h 30 min to 2 h 30 min

Hidden Treasure Track

3.2 km

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Starting from Copeland Road parking and picnic area this circuit walk takes you along Copeland Creek through a dry rainforest past remnants of the area's mining heritage. Let us begin by acknowledging the Biripi & Worimi 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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Ruins

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Starting from Sugar Creek Road this return walk takes you through the rainforest in Wallingat National Park. On the way back stop at Sugar Creek picnic area for lunch before returning. Let us begin by acknowledging the Biripi & Worimi 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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Sugar Creek Trail

3.7 km return

1 h to 1 h 45 min

Starting from Woko campground this steep circuit walk takes you through dry and subtropical rainforest before heading through dry sclerophyll woodlands. Check the scenic views towards the escarpment above. Let us begin by acknowledging the Biripi & Worimi 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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Cliff Face Track

3.9 km circuit

1 h 30 min to 2 h 15 min

1 h 30 min to 2 h 15 min

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Starting from Saltwater picnic area this walk takes you Khappinghat Nature Reserve in the west. See plenty of Aboriginal heritage along the way before having a swim before heading back for a picnic. Let us begin by acknowledging the Biripi & Worimi 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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Saltwater Walking Track

4.1 km circuit

1 h to 1 h 30 min

Saltwater Walking Track

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Starting from Saltwater Picnic Area, this one way trail in Saltwater National Park takes you to the Khappinghat Nature Reserve. You'll find Aboriginal heritage and plenty of opportunities for swimming and fishing. Let us begin by acknowledging the Biripi & Worimi 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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Five Islands from north

4.1 km oneway

1 h to 1 h 45 min

Five Islands from north

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Sharpes Creek Walking Track

Sharpes Creek Walking Track

4.2 km circuit

1 h 30 min to 2 h 30 min

4.2 km

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Starting from Gloucester River campground this circuit walk follows the Sharpes Creek through rainforest and gum forest area. Once you reach Gloucester Tops Road, you can continue along it to make it a loop, or retrace your steps the way you came. Let us begin by acknowledging the Biripi & Worimi 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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Diamond Head Loop Walk

4.2 km circuit

1 h 30 min to 2 h 30 min

Diamond Head Loop Walk

4.2 km

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From Diamond Head campground, this circuit walk takes you through Crowdy Bay National Park. Stop at Kylie’s Lookout for great views across Crowdy Bay. Enjoy the mix of forest and heathland with great regard coastline views. You will also walk past Indian Head campground partway through. Let us begin by acknowledging the Biripi & Worimi 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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45 min to 1 h 15 min

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Starting from the car park near the Bulahdelah Skatepark on Scott Street, Bulahdelah, this walk takes you to the summit of Bulahdelah Mountain and back via the Bulahdelah Mountain Walk. This moderately challenging walk takes walkers to the summit of Bulahdelah Mountain, also known as Alum Mountain, an imposing set of rocky outcrops in Bulahdelah State Forest overlooking the township of Bulahdelah and the Myall River Valley. The mountain has cultural significance to Aboriginal people, and it earned the moniker 'Alum Mountain' due to the discovery of an uncommon alunite deposit in the late 1800s. The walk initially follows the Boolah-Dillah Track, which climbs steeply through the forest, then reaches the Worimi Cultural Area, where there are traditional tree carvings, seating and a fire pit. From there, the walk continues past the Former Alum Mine, following the Mountain Track to the Mountain Lookout, a natural rock cliff lookout with spectacular views of the Bulahdelah township. Along the trail, there are interpretive signs detailing the area's plants and animals, mining history and significance to Aboriginal people, and in spring, there's an abundance of colourful wildflowers. This walk consists of wide and narrow walking trails and fire tracks, with uneven natural surfaces, compacted natural surfaces, short steep hills and steps. It is suitable for average fitness levels. 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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Bulahdelah Mountain Walk

4.7 km return

1 h 30 min to 2 h

Bulahdelah Mountain Walk

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Tamboi Walking Track

5.3 km return

1 h 30 min to 2 h 30 min

Starting this walk not far from Mungo Brush campground, it will lead you along the edge of Bombah Broadwater through swamp forests to Tamboy picnic area. Enjoy some lunch before heading back the same way. 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 the Jimmys Beach Reserve car park at the end of Beach Road, Hawks Nest, this walk takes you to the summit of Mount Yacaaba and back via the Yacaaba Headland Walk. This moderately challenging walk takes walkers to the summit of Mount Yacaaba, also known as Yacaaba Headland, at the southern end of Myall Lakes National Park. The walk initially meanders along the sandy shoreline of Bennetts Beach, offering excellent views of Providence Bay's crystal clear turquoise waters, leading to the southern end of the beach. Upon entering the headland, the walk begins climbing steeply through dense coastal bushland towards the summit, offering occasional glimpses of Hawks Nest along the way. After a moderate scramble with some loose rocks, the walk reaches the summit of Mount Yacaaba, which offers panoramic views of Bennetts Beach, Jimmys Beach, Hawks Nest, Tea Gardens and the stunning coastline of the Barrington Coast. This walk consists of narrow walking trails with uneven natural surfaces, sandy surfaces, steep hills and rocky sections, suitable for moderate fitness levels. 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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Yacaaba Headland Walk

5.9 km return

2 h to 3 h

Yacaaba Headland Walk

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Starting from the car park on Gloucester Tops Road, Barrington Tops National Park, this walk takes you on a circuit around Gloucester Tops via the Antarctic Beech Forest, Gloucester Falls and River walking tracks. This moderately challenging loop winds its way around Gloucester Tops, combining three popular walks in the eastern section of Barrington Tops National Park. The walk begins along the Antarctic Beech Forest Walking Track, descending through sub-alpine snow gum woodland, then continues through prehistoric Gondwana rainforest with a dense canopy of Antarctic beech, leading to the rocky gorge with a beautiful cascade. After crossing the creek, the walk climbs steeply back to the snow gum forest and heads down to the Andrew Laurie Lookout, which offers expansive views of the surrounding mountains. Continuing along the Gloucester Falls Walking Track, the walk descends steeply to a lookout above Gloucester Falls, then follows the mostly flat River Walking Track alongside the Gloucester River, leading to a car park. From there, the walk briefly follows Gloucester Tops Road, then rejoins the track and continues following the river before veering away and returning to the main car park. This loop consists of wide and narrow, mostly flat walking trails with uneven natural surfaces, compacted natural surfaces, boardwalk sections, short steep hills and creek crossings. Suitable for average fitness levels. 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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Gloucester Tops Circuit

6.5 km circuit

2 h to 3 h

Gloucester Tops Circuit

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