List of Bushwalks in Morton National Park

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Mount Carnarvon Walking Track

Mount Carnarvon Walking Track

880 m return

20 min to 30 min

Starting at Echo Point car park this short return walk in Morton National Park takes you to Mount Carnarvon lookout with great views of the park. This s a great spot for birdwatching. When you return why not have a picnic at Echo Point picnic area. Let us begin by acknowledging the Gundungurra 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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George Boyd Rainforest Circuit

George Boyd Rainforest Circuit

970 m circuit

20 min to 30 min

This circuit walk in Morton National Park starts at George Boyd picnic area next to Twelve Mile Road and takes you through the rainforest for views of Shoalhaven coastline. 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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Granite Falls Walking Track

Granite Falls Walking Track

1 km return

20 min to 30 min

Take this undemanding return walk in Morton National Park eucalypt forest for the scenic views of the waterfalls and a picnic by the lookout. Let us begin by acknowledging the Wodi Wodi & Wandandian 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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This short track starts at Echo Point picnic area and leads through open forest to Bonnie View Access Road to Bonnie View lookout. You can make it a return walk by retracing your steps or make it longer walk and go back via the gravel Bonnie View Access Road. Let us begin by acknowledging the Gundungurra 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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Lovers Walking Track

1.1 km oneway

20 min to 40 min

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This short one-way walk in Morton National Park starts at the amphitheatre car park, goes through the beautiful Ferntree Gully to get to the Riverview Lookout and picnic area. A lovely way to enjoy the forest, birds and views. Logistically it is normally easier to allow the extra time and return to your car the same way. Let us begin by acknowledging the Gundungurra 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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Riverview Walking Track

1.3 km oneway

30 min to 45 min

Riverview Walking Track

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Tooth's Walking Track to Bundanoon Creek

Tooth's Walking Track to Bundanoon Creek

2.3 km return

1 h 30 min to 2 h 30 min

2.3 km

Starting at Bundanoon Loop Road this return walk takes you down to the Bundanoon Creek. Freshen up there before heading back up the steep track. Take the short sidetrip to the Tooths Lookout for splendid views of Morton National Park. Let us begin by acknowledging the Gundungurra 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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1 h 30 min to 2 h 30 min

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Three Views Walking Track

Three Views Walking Track

3 km return

1 h to 3 h

From just east of Tallowa Dam in Morton National Park this mostly flat walk explores the Brooks Plateau Trail and the Moollattoo Trig Trail leading to three different lookouts over the valley. A good opportunity to stroll through the bush and enjoy views over the Shoalhaven River. Allow extra time to enjoy the sidetrips. Let us begin by acknowledging the Wodi Wodi & Wandandian 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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West Rim Walking Track

3.8 km return

1 h 45 min to 2 h 30 min

West Rim Walking Track

3.8 km

Starting from Fitzroy Falls Picnic area and Visitor Centre this moderate return walk will lead you along the western edge of the horseshoe shaped escarpment past several falls (Fitzroy and Twin Falls, The Grotto) and lookouts (Jersey, Richardson, Paines and Starkeys Lookout) before finally reaching the Renown Lookout with splendid views over Morton National Park. Let us begin by acknowledging the Gundungurra 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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1 h 45 min to 2 h 30 min

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Badgerys Spur Walking Track

Badgerys Spur Walking Track

4.4 km return

3 h 30 min to 4 h 30 min

4.4 km

If you're looking for a challenging walk, this return walk in Morton National Park is for you. Have a dip in Shoalhaven River 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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3 h 30 min to 4 h 30 min

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Pigeon House Mountain Didthul Walking Track

Pigeon House Mountain Didthul Walking Track

5.5 km return

2 h 30 min to 3 h 30 min

5.5 km

Starting from the end of Pigeon House Road, this steep walk in Morton National Park will reward you with amazing views from the top of the mountain. Let us begin by acknowledging the Wodi Wodi & Wandandian 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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2 h 30 min to 3 h 30 min

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East Rim and Wildflower Walking Tracks

East Rim and Wildflower Walking Tracks

5.9 km return

2 h to 3 h

Starting from Fitzroy Falls Visitor Centre, this return walk takes you to Warrawong Lookout with great views. Enjoy the diverse plant life around you along the way. If you want you can prolong your walk and continue along East Rim Track past the Warrawong Lookout. Let us begin by acknowledging the Gundungurra 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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Cafe

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Mount Bushwalker Walking Track

Mount Bushwalker Walking Track

7 km return

2 h 30 min to 4 h

Starting from Tianjara Fire Trail parking and picnic area this return walk takes you through bushland of Morton National Park to a lookout with views over the Castle and the Shrouded Gods. Let us begin by acknowledging the Wodi Wodi & Wandandian 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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Kangaroo River Firetrail

7.3 km return

2 h 30 min to 3 h 30 min

Kangaroo River Firetrail

7.3 km

From Tallowa Dam Road this return walk takes you through Morton National Park to the shores of Lake Yarrunga (on Kangaroo River). Takes some time by the Kangaroo River for a swim and just soak up the feeling of being away from it all. Continue down the more narrow track at the end of the fire trail to get to the water's edge. Let us begin by acknowledging the Wodi Wodi & Wandandian 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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2 h 30 min to 3 h 30 min

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1 h 15 min to 1 h 45 min

Swim

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5 h 30 min, 8 h to 2 days

The Castle

12.9 km return

5 h 30 min, 8 h to 2 days

Starting from the Long Gully Carpark just off Long Gully Road, Yadboro, this walk leads to the summit of The Castle and back via the Castle Walking Track. This challenging walk provides spectacular views of the surrounding cliffs and plateaus in the Budawang Ranges. Starting in the rainforest, the hike ascends into dryer forest, then skirts the western edge of the Castle's lower walls with views of Mount Nibelung and Mount Owen. Heading up along cliffs, the hike climbs high above ancient forest before arriving at the large plateau of the Castle. Make sure you walk to the southern end for the best views of Byangee Walls. While the total distance is not significant, the climb of nearly 800m is capped by a series of exposed scrambles near the summit. Tracks, in general, are not signposted, and except for a few arrows that are scratched into rocks, navigation may be challenging. The trail is technical and diverse across varied terrain, with challenging rock scrambles and several rope sections toward the summit that aren't for the faint-hearted or inexperienced. 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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Caves

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This return walk in Morton National Park wil take you through Yarrunga Creek Valley and up Meryla Pass. Spend the night at Griffins Farm and make it an overnight walk. Let us begin by acknowledging the Wodi Wodi & Wandandian 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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Griffins Walking Track

22.1 km return

8 h, 10 h to 2 days

Griffins Walking Track

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Starting from the Wog Wog Campground off Charleys Forest Road, Morton National Park, this walk takes you past Corang Peak and Corang Arch, to the Burrumbeet Brook Campsite and back via the Wog Wog Walking Track. This challenging hike winds its way through varied landscapes in the southwestern section of Morton National Park, passing spectacular viewpoints and rock formations along the way, including Corang Peak and Corang Arch. Much of the hike traverses the Budawang Wilderness, where there are no signs or marked tracks. The walk initially leaves the campground and crosses Wog Wog Creek, then meanders through the open forest along an old fire trail, which becomes a foot track, eventually reaching conglomerate outcrops. After passing the Goodsell and Tinderry lookouts, the walk reaches a junction with the track to Corang Lagoon, which is closed to the public, then continues south towards the Corang Plateau. From the plateau, the track gets rocky terrain, the scrub gets denser, and you'll get views of Corang Peak and beyond. Beyond Korra Hill, the track forks, with the left-hand track climbing over Corang Peak and offering panoramic views from the summit, while the right-hand track, which can be taken on the way back, skirts around the base. On the other side, the track rejoins and continues to Corang Arch, an impressive sandstone rock arch located on the western side of the plateau. From there, walkers can either return and avoid staying overnight, descend to Canowie Brook, where there are a few small campsites, or continue further to Burrumbeet Brook, which has several camp caves and campsites. This walk consists of wide fire tracks and narrow walking trails, with uneven natural surfaces, compacted natural surfaces, off-track sections, rock scrambling sections, creek crossings and steep hills. Suitable for high 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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Corang Peak & Arch

26.2 km return

8 h to 2 days

Birdwatching

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Starting from the gate and picnic area at the Endrick River Fire trail in Morton NP, this walk continues to follow the fire trail past Sassafras camping area before reaching Folly Point Track. Continue along this track all the way to the Folly Point Lookout for fantastic views over the Budawangs from the lookout. At the camp area there is a small stream with a series of waterfalls where you can take a dip and freshen up. 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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Folly Point Track

31.7 km return

9 h to 14 h 30 min

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Fitzroy Falls to Kangaroo Valley

Fitzroy Falls to Kangaroo Valley

37.6 km oneway

12 h to 2 days

Starting from the car park near the Fitzroy Falls Visitor Centre on Nowra Road, Fitzroy Falls, this walk takes you to the historic town of Kangaroo Valley. This moderately challenging walk begins near the magnificent Fitzroy Falls, one of NSW's most iconic waterfalls, and takes walkers to the picturesque village of Kangaroo Valley, showcasing the best of Morton National Park along the way. The trail is most often used for mountain biking but is also suitable for walking and running. It can be completed in a day with the option of camping overnight at Griffins Farm. The walk initially follows the Red Hills Fire Trail alongside the West Rim Track, which offers spectacular views of dramatic gorges and waterfalls from several lookouts, then continues through Morton National Park before following the Meryla Fire Trail along the southern boundary of Meryla State Forest. From the top of Meryla Pass, the walk descends steeply along the Griffins Fire Trail past the Gales Flat Campground, then crosses Crankeys Creek and meanders through the Yarrunga Creek Valley. After passing Griffins Farm and crossing Yarrunga Creek, the walk follows Jacks Corner Road through Kangaroo Valley, then heads along Bendeela Road past the Kangaroo River Nature Reserve. Further ahead, the walk follows Moss Vale Road, crossing the historic Hampden Bridge before reaching the Kangaroo Valley village, which is home to cafés, restaurants, art galleries, souvenir shops and a heritage-listed pub. This walk consists of wide fire tracks and sealed roads, with compacted natural surfaces, bitumen surfaces, steep hills and creek crossings, 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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