W2H Section 2: Bonnie Vale campground to Uloola Falls campground

The W2H Section 2 is a one way walk starting from Bonnie Vale campground and ending at Uloola Falls campground. This walk is the middle section (2 of 3) of the Wattamolla to Heathcote Track. Along the way, you will walk through the Royal National Park and enjoy the natural coastal landscape. There are two campsites and four toilets along the way, as well as a cafe, swimming spots, views and a waterfall. Be careful when crossing unbridged waterways. You will also pass by Anice Falls, Winifred Falls, Royal National Park Visitor Centre, Ironbark Flat Picnic Area, Weir Cafe, Commonwealth Pavilion, Currawong Flats, Willow Tree, Uloola Falls & campsite. 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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Safer Bushwalks Tips on staying safe on track
Before you start any bushwalk ensure you;
• Tell someone you trust where you are going and what to do if you are overdue
• Have adequate equipment, supplies, skills & knowledge for the whole journey
• Consider the impact of weather forecasts, park/track closures & fire dangers
• Can respond to emergencies & call for help at any point
• Are healthy and fit enough for this journey
If not, change plans and stay safe. It is okay to delay and ask people for help.

Getting There Transport options and directions

Segment	This is part of longer journey and can not be completed on it is own.
Full Journey	Wattamolla to Heathcote
Start	(-34.0838877,151.1361305)
Mode	Car
Directions	From , Sutherland Shire.
Finish	Uloola Falls Bush Campground (-34.1084881,151.0381542)
Mode (end)

Track Notes Turn by turn instructions & maps

Turn map	Directions & comments
	Start. Find the Bonnie Vale campground at the start. Bonnie Vale campground In this coastal campground, there are BBQ facilities, picnic tables, potable water and even showers. Keep in mind that you need to book your space beforehand. (Check-in 14:00 / Check-out 10:00) After 55 m pass the toilet (about 20 m ahead).
	Turn left. After another 10 m head through/around the gate. After another 410 m cross the bridge (about 20 m long)
	After another 105 m turn left.
	After another 235 m (from the Maianbar Road) turn left, to head along Maianbar Road (a highway\|tertiary).
	After another 370 m (at the intersection of Maianbar Road & King Street) continue straight, to head along Maianbar Road.
	After another 95 m (at the intersection of Maianbar Road & Park Road) continue straight, to head along Maianbar Road.
	After another 90 m (at the intersection of Maianbar Road & Wallis Street) continue straight, to head along Maianbar Road.
	After another 95 m (at the intersection of Maianbar Road & Fishermans Bay Road) continue straight, to head along Maianbar Road.
	After another 225 m (at the intersection of Red Jacks Firetrail & Maianbar Road) turn right, to head along Red Jacks Firetrail (a vehicle track). After another 7 m head through/around the gate.
	After another 250 m (from the Red Jacks Firetrail) continue straight (a walking track).
	After another 580 m continue straight.
	After another 370 m (at the intersection of Saddle Gully Track & Costens Point Firetrail) continue straight, to head along Saddle Gully Track.
	After another 95 m (from the Saddle Gully Track) continue straight, to head along Saddle Gully Track.
	After another 1.6 km (from the Saddle Gully Track) veer right, to head along Saddle Gully Track. After another 1.8 km find the "Anice Falls" (9 m on your right). Anice Falls Anice Falls are viewed from the top which makes for a not-so-impressive view when compared to the neighbouring Winifred Falls. The falls are fed by a creek running off Mount Bass which then flows into the South West Arm Creek.
	After another 295 m (at the intersection of Mount Bass Trail & Saddle Gully Track) continue straight.
	After another 680 m cross the ford (about 8 m long) After another 85 m find the "Winifred Falls" (about 75 m ahead). Winifred Falls Winifred Falls, Royal National Park, is a large a picturesque waterfall created by a large rockshelf, over which pours South West Arm Creek. The waterfall has a large pool at its base which is an ideal place to get your toes wet.
	At the intersection of Winifred Falls Fire Trail & Winifred falls Trail turn left, to head along Winifred Falls Fire Trail. After another 1.4 km head through/around the gate.
	At the intersection of Winifred Falls Fire Trail & Warumbul Road continue straight, to head along Winifred Falls Fire Trail. After another 20 m head through/around the gate.
	After another 1.2 km (from the Winifred Falls Fire Trail) continue straight, to head along Winifred Falls Fire Trail. After another 280 m come to the viewpoint.
	After another 750 m (at the intersection of Sir Bertram Stevens Drive & Winifred Falls Fire Trail) turn right, to head along Sir Bertram Stevens Drive (a road). After another 25 m pass the toilet (about 25 m ahead). At the intersection of Lady Carrington Drive & Sir Bertram Stevens Drive turn sharp left, to head along Lady Carrington Drive (a service road). After another 25 m find the "Audley Picnic area" (20 m on your right). Audley Picnic area Audley Picnic area is a large grassy area with beautiful views across the Hacking River. There are 2 picnic tables with 2 sheltered double gas BBQs. A few benches are scattered around the area. Closer to the 'Audley Dancehall' building there's a signposted toilet block (just up the short staircase). After another 9 m head through/around the gate. sunrise-sunset Then pass the "Royal National Park Visitor Center" (10 m on your right). Then pass the "Ironbark Flat Picnic Area" (25 m on your right). Then find the "Audley" (on your left). Audley Audley in the Royal National Park is where you will find the visitor information center, toilets, kiosk, boat shed (row boat hire), weir, water, BBQ's and plenty of picnic facilities. Take a step back in time and explore some of the preserved building like the old dance hall, enjoy wandering the grounds or grab an ice cream. After another 20 m pass the "Weir Cafe" (15 m on your right). After another 10 m find the "Audley Cafe" (15 m on your right). Audley Cafe 'Weir Cafe' is located at the 'Audley Dancehall' building. The building is separated into two areas, one is the cafe and the other one is the 'Royal National Park Visitor Centre' with a gift shop. Hot and cold food as well as drinks availble. Lunch meals range from about $15-25. After another 35 m find the "Commonwealth Pavilion" (10 m on your right). Commonwealth Pavilion The large sheltered 'Commonwealth Pavilion' picnic area offers 19 picnic tables and 4 single gas bbqs (high 90cm, grill area 43cm wide). From the picnic area there are beautiful views over the Hacking River and the picnic area. This is a great spot to see Cockatoos. There is a cafe, information center, toilets and other facilities nearby. After another 40 m pass the water tap (20 m on your right). Then pass the car park (on your right).
	From the Lady Carrington Drive veer left, to head along Lady Carrington Drive. After another 60 m (at the intersection of Engadine Track & Lady Carrington Drive) turn right, to head along Engadine Track. Then cross the bridge (about 55 m long) Then find the "Currawong Flats" (60 m on your right). Currawong Flats Currawong Flats is a large picnic area on the banks of the Hacking River in the Royal National Park. Carrawong Flats is on the western bank for the the Hacking River, Opposite Audley and just south of the junction with Kangaroo Creek. The picnic area can be accessed by car or by foot by a wooden bridge, to Audley. The picnic area has a large flat and open grassy area with some shade from trees. There is a car park, toilets, garbage facilities, fire pit BBQ's, and picnic tables. Swimming and use of boats is not permitted in this section of the river. After another 30 m pass the toilet (60 m on your right).
	After another 9 m (from the Engadine Track) veer left. After another 290 m find the "Willow Tree" (70 m on your left). Willow Tree Willow Tree is a picnic area in the Royal National Park. It is found on the south side of Audley, between the old Lady Carrington Drive and the Hacking River. The picnic area has a large shelter with 4 picnic tables, an open grassy area, parking, BBQ's, tap water, garbage bins, recycling and toilets. The picnic area stretches along the river bank and provides a lovely spot to stop and enjoy the park . After another 15 m find the "Picnic Table" (65 m on your left). Picnic Table 4 timber slat picnic tables and bench seats on a large concrete platform. The tables are 79cm high, 93cm deep and 2.1m wide. The seats are 43cm high, 30cm deep and 2.1m wide (no backrest). After another 610 m pass the water tap (25 m on your left). After another 50 m pass the toilet (7 m on your right).
	After another 1.2 km (at the intersection of Uloola Track & Wattle Forest Track) turn left, to head along Uloola Track. After another 520 m come to the viewpoint (30 m on your left).
	After another 1.5 km (at the intersection of Uloola Track & Peach Trees Trig Station Track (slightly overgrown)) continue straight, to head along Uloola Track. After another 670 m pass the "Uloola Falls" (40 m on your right). Then find the "Ulloola Falls Campsite" (25 m on your right). Ulloola Falls Campsite This clearing has six camping sites (maximum of 18 people), and wood fires are not allowed. The site has a toilet, and there is usually water in the creek (treat before drinking). In drier periods, contact rangers regarding water availability. Pre-arranged camping permits are essential. After another 15 m come to a sign.
	Continue another 0 m to find Uloola Falls Bush Campground at the end.

Terrain Know the Hills, grading & facilities

W2H Section 2: Bonnie Vale campground to Uloola Falls campground

Grading

	Class 3/6 Moderate track
Length	16.3 km
Time	5 h to 8 h

Quality of track	Clear and well formed track or trail (2/6)
Gradient	Short steep hills (3/6)
Signage	Clearly signposted (2/6)
Infrastructure	Limited facilities, not all cliffs are fenced (3/6)
Experience Required	Some bushwalking experience recommended (3/6)
Weather	Storms may impact on navigation and safety (3/6)

Some facilities on route

Campsite: There are 2 on route, on average they are 5.4 km apart with the largest gap of 16.3 km.

Toilet: There are 4 on route, on average they are 3.3 km apart with the largest gap of 11.2 km.

Order of key facilities on route

Item	From Start	Name & link to notes
Campsite	0 m	Bonnie Vale campground
Toilet	55 m	[toilet]
Toilet	11.2 km	[toilet]
Toilet	11.4 km	[toilet]
Toilet	12.4 km	[toilet]
Campsite	16.3 km	Ulloola Falls Campsite

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