Wander among the mangroves to step back in time to explore the old Schoolmaster’s House that was part of a once vibrant community in the area. Following devastating floods in 1955, the people moved from the area with the area still being leased as farmland. Now, these wetlands are protected as part of the national park ensuring the survival of the endangered ecological community of saltmarsh and all the fish, birds and other animals that rely on them for survival. Bring a picnic lunch and settle under a tree or bring binoculars and a bird guide. Take your time to enjoy all this area has on offer.
Mangrove Boardwalk to Schoolmasters House
30 mins
4 m
Very easy
(0km) Mangrove Boardwalk car park → Boardwalk seating area
350 m
5 mins
0m
0m
Very easy
[1] on Millams Rd Kooragang, (with the large ‘Welcome to Kooragang Wetlands’ sign[2]) this walk follows the ‘Mangrove Boardwalk’ arrow[3] along the timber boardwalk directly away from the road. This walk gently meanders along the boardwalk for about 80m to cross a bridge with (90cm high) hand railings[4], to come to a seat
about 50m later. This walk then continues for the next 160m, passing a few information signs[5][6][7] to find another seat
. The walk continues along the boardwalk through the open wetlands for another 60m to come to a third seat
(on the left).
Mangroves
(0.35km) Boardwalk seating area → Mangrove Boardwalk int.
190 m
3 mins
2m
-2m
Very easy
(0.54km) Mangrove Boardwalk int. → Cobbans Track int.
160 m
2 mins
1m
-1m
Very easy
and the ‘Sue’s Garden’ sign[16] (both on the left). From here this walk continues along the asphalt path for about 110m, passing two more seats
and a picnic table
(on the left) to cross a short timber bridge and come to the Cobbans Track T-intersection[17], marked by the ‘Cobbans Creek’ sign[18]. At the end of this side trip, retrace your steps back to the main walk then Turn right.
(0.54km) Mangrove Boardwalk int. → Schoolmasters House
60 m
1 mins
0m
0m
Very easy
(on the left) and continues for about 30m to come to the front of the ‘School Masters House’[21] (on the right). Access to the old school house is either via smaller steps[22] or around the far side by heading through the car park where there are a few picnic tables
.
Schoolmasters House
There are two main entrances. The back entrance has 3 14cm steps to get inside[26]. More info.
Maps for the Mangrove Boardwalk to Schoolmasters House walk
You can download the PDF for this walk to print a map.
These maps below cover the walk and the wider area around the walk, they are worth carrying for safety reasons.
Beresfield | 1:25 000 Map Series | 92323N BERESFIELD | NSW-92323N |
Newcastle | 1:100 000 Map Series | 9232 NEWCASTLE | 9232 |
Cross sectional view of the Mangrove Boardwalk to Schoolmasters House bushwalking track
Analysis and summary of the altitude variation on the Mangrove Boardwalk to Schoolmasters House
Accessibility summary information for the Mangrove Boardwalk to Schoolmasters House
Toilets: There are 0 designated accessible toilets on this walk.
Seats: There are 5 places to sit on this walk.
They are on average 150m apart, with a maximum gap of 210m.
Hazards: There are 0 specific noteable accessability related hazards on this walk.
Accessibility Details
Overview of this walks grade – based on the AS 2156.1 – 2001
Under this standard, a walk is graded based on the most difficult section of the walk.
Length | 1.2 km | ||
Time | 30 mins | ||
. | |||
Grade 1/6 Very easy |
AS 2156.1 | Gradient | Flat, no steps (1/6) |
Quality of track | Smooth and hardened path (1/6) | ||
Signs | Clearly signposted (1/6) | ||
Experience Required | No experience required (1/6) | ||
Weather | Weather generally has little impact on safety (1/6) | ||
Infrastructure | Generally useful facilities (such as fenced cliffs and seats) (1/6) |
Some more details of this walks Grading
Here is a bit more details explaining grading looking at sections of the walk
Gradient
This whole walk, 590m is flat with no steps.
Quality of track
This whole walk, 590m follows a smooth and hardened path.
Signs
This whole walk, 590m is clearly signposted.
Experience Required
This whole walk, 590m requires no previous bushwalking experience.
weather
This whole walk, 590m is not usually affected by severe weather events (that would unexpectedly impact safety and navigation).
Infrastructure
This whole walk, 590m is close to useful facilities (such as fenced cliffs and seats).
Similar walks
A list of walks that share part of the track with the Mangrove Boardwalk to Schoolmasters House walk.
Other Nearby walks
A list of walks that start near the Mangrove Boardwalk to Schoolmasters House walk.
Plan your trip to and from the walk here
The Mangrove Boardwalk to Schoolmasters House walk starts and ends at the Mangrove Boardwalk car park (gps: -32.844726, 151.69741)
Your main transport option to Mangrove Boardwalk car park is by;
Car. There is free parking available.
(get details)
Fire Danger
Each park may have its own fire ban, this rating is only valid for today and is based on information from the RFS Please check the RFS Website for more information.
Weather Forest
This walk starts in the Hunter weather district always check the formal BOM forecast or pdf before starting your walk.
Forecast snapshot
Park Information & Alerts
Short URL = http://wild.tl/mbtsh
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Riverside Park to Scotts Point
And Walk
Riverside Park to Scotts Point
45 mins
0 m
Easy track
Explore the bank of the north arm of the Hunter River by following an old road from one picnic area to another. Starting from the well established Riverside Park picnic area, you wander along the mostly flat walk following the asphalt and gravel trail along the banks of the river, through a She Oak forest and beside the wetlands. A great walk for enjoying the birdlife and varied forest along the way. There are a series of picnic tables along the way and a sheltered seating area at Scotts Point. Once you are ready, retrace your steps back to the car.
(0km) Riverside Park car park → Riverside Park car park int
20 m
0m
0m
Easy track
(0.02km) Riverside Park car park int → City Farm jetty
100 m
1 mins
0m
-1m
Easy track
Continue straight: From the intersection, this walk follows the ‘Jetty’ arrow[5] along the gravel path[6] keeping the river to the left. After about 40m the path leads past a sheltered picnic area
and water tap
(on the right) then continues for about 30m to come to a ‘Hunter Wetlands National Park’ information sign[7] (on the right). Here the walk leads onto the floating jetty ramp[8] with 1m metal fence that leads to the City Farm jetty[9] (there is an 8cm step[10] to access the actual jetty platform[11]. At the end of this side trip, retrace your steps back to the main walk then Continue straight.
Riverside Park
, each with a water tank
. There is also an accessible toilet[15]
at the back of the grassy area. There are a few walks that leave from the area and it is also a popular fishing and bird watching area.
(0.02km) Riverside Park car park int → Mid way pincic area
530 m
8 mins
0m
0m
Easy track
then follows the ‘Scotts Point’ arrow[17] under the power lines, turning right at the intersection and following the asphalt trail for about 210m to pass a timber seat
(on the left). The walk continues along the trail for another 90m to pass a single picnic table
. The walk continues along the trail beside the river for another 180m to find the mid way picnic area with 2 picnic tables
Mid way pincic area
on concrete slabs beside the trail. The grassy area around the tables can become boggy[23] after rain or very high tides. A pleasant naturally shaded area with some protection from light winds.
(0.55km) Mid way pincic area → Scotts Point
700 m
11 mins
0m
0m
Easy track
(on the left) and a sheltered sitting area
with a water tap
. There are beautiful views of the confluence of two water ways with a view across a shipping area and a bridge and distant views of the mountains.
Scotts Point
, picnic table
and seating shelter
beside an open grassy area at the confluence of the north and south arms of the Hunter River[30]. There are views down the river to Hexham bridge and past some shipping areas[31]. There are a series of signs [32][33][34] to explain more about the local area. This is a lovely spot to rest and enjoy the river and the wetlands.
Maps for the Riverside Park to Scotts Point walk
You can download the PDF for this walk to print a map.
These maps below cover the walk and the wider area around the walk, they are worth carrying for safety reasons.
Beresfield | 1:25 000 Map Series | 92323N BERESFIELD | NSW-92323N |
Newcastle | 1:100 000 Map Series | 9232 NEWCASTLE | 9232 |
Cross sectional view of the Riverside Park to Scotts Point bushwalking track
Analysis and summary of the altitude variation on the Riverside Park to Scotts Point
Accessibility summary information for the Riverside Park to Scotts Point
Toilets: There are 0 designated accessible toilets on this walk.
Seats: There are 6 places to sit on this walk.
They are on average 250m apart, with a maximum gap of 690m.
Hazards: There are 0 specific noteable accessability related hazards on this walk.
Accessibility Details
Overview of this walks grade – based on the AS 2156.1 – 2001
Under this standard, a walk is graded based on the most difficult section of the walk.
Length | 2.5 km | ||
Time | 45 mins | ||
. | |||
Grade 2/6 Easy track |
AS 2156.1 | Gradient | Gentle hills with occasional steps (2/6) |
Quality of track | Clear and well formed track or trail (2/6) | ||
Signs | Clearly signposted (1/6) | ||
Experience Required | No experience required (1/6) | ||
Weather | Weather generally has little impact on safety (1/6) | ||
Infrastructure | Generally useful facilities (such as fenced cliffs and seats) (1/6) |
Some more details of this walks Grading
Here is a bit more details explaining grading looking at sections of the walk
Gradient
Around 720m of this walk is flat with no steps, whilst the remaining 530m has gentle hills with occasional steps.
Quality of track
This whole walk, 1.2km follows a clear and well formed track or trail.
Signs
This whole walk, 1.2km is clearly signposted.
Experience Required
This whole walk, 1.2km requires no previous bushwalking experience.
weather
This whole walk, 1.2km is not usually affected by severe weather events (that would unexpectedly impact safety and navigation).
Infrastructure
This whole walk, 1.2km is close to useful facilities (such as fenced cliffs and seats).
Similar walks
A list of walks that share part of the track with the Riverside Park to Scotts Point walk.
Other Nearby walks
A list of walks that start near the Riverside Park to Scotts Point walk.
Plan your trip to and from the walk here
The Riverside Park to Scotts Point walk starts and ends at the Riverside Park car park (gps: -32.833948, 151.70896)
Your main transport option to Riverside Park car park is by;
Car. There is free parking available.
(get details)
Fire Danger
Each park may have its own fire ban, this rating is only valid for today and is based on information from the RFS Please check the RFS Website for more information.
Weather Forest
This walk starts in the Hunter weather district always check the formal BOM forecast or pdf before starting your walk.
Forecast snapshot
Park Information & Alerts
Comments
Short URL = http://wild.tl/rptsp
Gallery images
There are other downloads I am still working on.
You will probably need to login to access these — still all free.
* KML (google earth file)
* GPX (GPS file)
Special Maps/ brochures
* A3 topo maps
* PDF with Lands Topo map base
* PDF with arial image (and map overlay)
I wanted to get the main site live first, this extra stuff will come in time.
Happy walking
Matt 🙂
City Farm walk to Milhams Farmhouse Ruin
30 mins
0 m
Easy track
Step back in time on this short easy walk that guides you from Riverside Park picnic area to the ruins of the Milham’s family farmhouse. The farm was once a vibrant dairy and today you will still see cattle grazing in the fenced paddocks alongside the walk. From the banks of the north arm of the Hunter River, this walk follows the old farm road (closed to traffic) alongside the paddocks and she oak forest. There is a picnic table in the shade near the old house, a nice quiet spot to sit and reminisce on the rich history and natural beauty of the area.
(0km) Riverside Park car park → Riverside Park int
30 m
0m
0m
Easy track
[2] for less than 10m to come to an intersection just before the river, marked by a ‘Riverside Park’ sign[3].
Turn right: From the intersection, this walk follows the gravel track to cross the short fibreglass bridge, keeping the river to the left. After about 10m this walk comes to a 3-way intersection with a gravel footpath, marked by an arrow post sign[4].
Riverside Park
, each with a water tank
. There is also an accessible toilet[8]
at the back of the grassy area. There are a few walks that leave from the area and it is also a popular fishing and bird watching area.
(0.03km) Riverside Park int → City Farm jetty
90 m
1 mins
0m
-1m
Easy track
and water tap
(on the right) then continues for about 30m to come to a ‘Hunter Wetlands National Park’ information sign[11] (on the right). Here the walk leads onto the floating jetty ramp[12] with 1m metal fence that leads to the City Farm jetty[13] (there is an 8cm step[14] to access the actual jetty platform[15]. At the end of this side trip, retrace your steps back to the main walk then Turn left.
(0.03km) Riverside Park int → City Farm ruins
630 m
9 mins
0m
0m
Easy track
and water tap
(on the right). About 30m later this walk leads past the track leading to the toilet
(on the left). This walk continues straight on, as the track widens, for about 25m to cross over a small bridge[17] where the trail then bends left[18]. Here the mostly flat trail leads alongside the farmland for 400m to then bend right through a gap in the fence and come to a picnic table
(on the right). The walk continues along the trail for another 60m as in bends left to come to the front of The City Farm ruins marked with a ‘Riverside park’ sign point back[19].
City Farm ruins
Maps for the City Farm walk to Milhams Farmhouse Ruin walk
You can download the PDF for this walk to print a map.
These maps below cover the walk and the wider area around the walk, they are worth carrying for safety reasons.
Beresfield | 1:25 000 Map Series | 92323N BERESFIELD | NSW-92323N |
Newcastle | 1:100 000 Map Series | 9232 NEWCASTLE | 9232 |
Cross sectional view of the City Farm walk to Milhams Farmhouse Ruin bushwalking track
Analysis and summary of the altitude variation on the City Farm walk to Milhams Farmhouse Ruin
Accessibility summary information for the City Farm walk to Milhams Farmhouse Ruin
Toilets: There are 1 designated accessible toilets on this walk.
Seats: There are 3 places to sit on this walk.
They are on average 300m apart, with a maximum gap of 530m.
Hazards: There are 0 specific noteable accessability related hazards on this walk.
Accessibility Details
Overview of this walks grade – based on the AS 2156.1 – 2001
Under this standard, a walk is graded based on the most difficult section of the walk.
Length | 1.3 km | ||
Time | 30 mins | ||
. | |||
Grade 2/6 Easy track |
AS 2156.1 | Gradient | Gentle hills with occasional steps (2/6) |
Quality of track | Clear and well formed track or trail (2/6) | ||
Signs | Clearly signposted (1/6) | ||
Experience Required | No experience required (1/6) | ||
Weather | Weather generally has little impact on safety (1/6) | ||
Infrastructure | Generally useful facilities (such as fenced cliffs and seats) (1/6) |
Some more details of this walks Grading
Here is a bit more details explaining grading looking at sections of the walk
Gradient
Around 630m of this walk has gentle hills with occasional steps, whilst the remaining 30m is flat with no steps.
Quality of track
Around 640m of this walk follows a clear and well formed track or trail, whilst the remaining 15m follows a smooth and hardened path.
Signs
This whole walk, 660m is clearly signposted.
Experience Required
This whole walk, 660m requires no previous bushwalking experience.
weather
This whole walk, 660m is not usually affected by severe weather events (that would unexpectedly impact safety and navigation).
Infrastructure
This whole walk, 660m is close to useful facilities (such as fenced cliffs and seats).
Similar walks
A list of walks that share part of the track with the City Farm walk to Milhams Farmhouse Ruin walk.
Other Nearby walks
A list of walks that start near the City Farm walk to Milhams Farmhouse Ruin walk.
Plan your trip to and from the walk here
The City Farm walk to Milhams Farmhouse Ruin walk starts and ends at the Riverside Park car park (gps: -32.833948, 151.70896)
Your main transport option to Riverside Park car park is by;
Car. There is free parking available.
(get details)
Fire Danger
Each park may have its own fire ban, this rating is only valid for today and is based on information from the RFS Please check the RFS Website for more information.
Weather Forest
This walk starts in the Hunter weather district always check the formal BOM forecast or pdf before starting your walk.
Forecast snapshot
Park Information & Alerts
Comments
Short URL = http://wild.tl/cfwtmfr
Gallery images
There are other downloads I am still working on.
You will probably need to login to access these — still all free.
* KML (google earth file)
* GPX (GPS file)
Special Maps/ brochures
* A3 topo maps
* PDF with Lands Topo map base
* PDF with arial image (and map overlay)
I wanted to get the main site live first, this extra stuff will come in time.
Happy walking
Matt 🙂
Scotts Point circuit
And Walk
Scotts Point circuit
1 hr 15 mins
0 m
Moderate track
This walk guides you around, then through the wetlands via Scott Point. You first walk along an old closed road on the banks of the Hunter River (north and south arms) then you meander along the lovely boardwalk through the heart of the wetlands then along the rainforest track to see a greater diversity of plants. You then return to the start by walking along a few roads giving you the sense of a stroll through rural farmlands. This lovely circuit walk gives you the sense of the variety of life in the precious ecosystem.
(0km) Riverside Park car park → Riverside Park car park int
20 m
0m
0m
Easy track
(0.02km) Riverside Park car park int → City Farm jetty
100 m
1 mins
0m
-1m
Easy track
Continue straight: From the intersection, this walk follows the ‘Jetty’ arrow[5] along the gravel path[6] keeping the river to the left. After about 40m the path leads past a sheltered picnic area
and water tap
(on the right) then continues for about 30m to come to a ‘Hunter Wetlands National Park’ information sign[7] (on the right). Here the walk leads onto the floating jetty ramp[8] with 1m metal fence that leads to the City Farm jetty[9] (there is an 8cm step[10] to access the actual jetty platform[11]. At the end of this side trip, retrace your steps back to the main walk then Continue straight.
Riverside Park
, each with a water tank
. There is also an accessible toilet[15]
at the back of the grassy area. There are a few walks that leave from the area and it is also a popular fishing and bird watching area.
(0.02km) Riverside Park car park int → Mid way pincic area
530 m
8 mins
0m
0m
Easy track
then follows the ‘Scotts Point’ arrow[17] under the power lines, turning right at the intersection and following the asphalt trail for about 210m to pass a timber seat
(on the left). The walk continues along the trail for another 90m to pass a single picnic table
. The walk continues along the trail beside the river for another 180m to find the mid way picnic area with 2 picnic tables
Mid way pincic area
on concrete slabs beside the trail. The grassy area around the tables can become boggy[23] after rain or very high tides. A pleasant naturally shaded area with some protection from light winds.
(0.55km) Mid way pincic area → Scotts Point
700 m
11 mins
0m
0m
Easy track
(on the left) and a sheltered sitting area
with a water tap
. There are beautiful views of the confluence of two water ways with a view across a shipping area and a bridge and distant views of the mountains.
Scotts Point
, picnic table
and seating shelter
beside an open grassy area at the confluence of the north and south arms of the Hunter River[30]. There are views down the river to Hexham bridge and past some shipping areas[31]. There are a series of signs [32][33][34] to explain more about the local area. This is a lovely spot to rest and enjoy the river and the wetlands.
(1.25km) Scotts Point → Int of Scotts Point and Rainforest tracks
600 m
9 mins
0m
0m
Easy track
, this walk follows the gravel old road, keeping the river to the right[35]. This walk then gently meanders along the edge of the wetlands for about 170m to the ‘Green and Golden Bell Frog’ information sign[36] then 100m later lead past a small timber seat[37]
. The walk continues along the old road for another 180m to pass another small seat
the 150m later this walk comes to a 3-way intersection[38] marked by a sheltered sign[39] (on the right) and Scotts Point Way sign[40] (just before a locked gate).
(1.85km) Int of Scotts Point and Rainforest tracks → East end of Rainforest boardwalk
230 m
4 mins
0m
0m
Easy track
and along the dirt track passing 3 seats
to find the fibreglass boardwalk[42]. This walk follows the boardwalk for 200m as it winds through the wetlands giving great views and bird watching opportunities to then come to the end of the raised boardwalk and start of a dirt track.
Rainforest boardwalk
Chestnut Teal, Great Egret, Cattle Egret, Glossy Ibis, Australian White Ibis, Straw-necked Ibis, Common Greenshank, Sharp-tailed Sandpiper, Curlew Sandpiper, or if very lucky a Painted Snipe.
(2.08km) East end of Rainforest boardwalk → Silos car park
700 m
10 mins
0m
0m
Moderate track
to come to a picnic table
by the ‘Fallen Ash Grove’[54] (on the right). This walk continues along the track for another 35m to pass a small timber seat
then the track leads past a series of plant information signs[55][56][57][58][59][60][61][62][63][64][65][66][67][68][69][70][71] for 230m to come to another small timber seat
[72]. From this seat this walk leads for another 150m through the forest past a few more plant information signs[73][74][75][76] to then cross a short fibreglass bridge[77]. About 35m past this small bridge the track leads past another seat
(on the left) then 90m later leads between the timber bollards
to find the concrete ‘Silos’ car park[78] beside Millams Rd, Kooragang.
(2.78km) Silos car park → Riverside Park car park
1.1 km
16 mins
0m
0m
Easy track
Maps for the Scotts Point circuit walk
You can download the PDF for this walk to print a map.
These maps below cover the walk and the wider area around the walk, they are worth carrying for safety reasons.
Beresfield | 1:25 000 Map Series | 92323N BERESFIELD | NSW-92323N |
Newcastle | 1:100 000 Map Series | 9232 NEWCASTLE | 9232 |
Cross sectional view of the Scotts Point circuit bushwalking track
Analysis and summary of the altitude variation on the Scotts Point circuit
Accessibility summary information for the Scotts Point circuit
Toilets: There are 0 designated accessible toilets on this walk.
Seats: There are 13 places to sit on this walk.
They are on average 220m apart, with a maximum gap of 690m.
Hazards: There are 3 specific noteable accessability related hazards on this walk.
Wheelchair Steep There is a 4m long moderately steep section across the dirt/grass between the trail and the boardwalk. Found about 1850m into the walk.
Trip Hazard A 25m long boggy section of track. The track floods after heavy rain or very high tides. Found about 2150m into the walk.
Trip Hazard A 10m long boggy section of narrow track. The track floods after heavy rain or very high tides. Found about 2190m into the walk.
Accessibility Details
Overview of this walks grade – based on the AS 2156.1 – 2001
Under this standard, a walk is graded based on the most difficult section of the walk.
Length | 3.9 km | ||
Time | 1 hr 15 mins | ||
. | |||
Grade 3/6 Moderate track |
AS 2156.1 | Gradient | Gentle hills with occasional steps (2/6) |
Quality of track | Formed track, with some branches and other obstacles (3/6) | ||
Signs | Clearly signposted (1/6) | ||
Experience Required | No experience required (1/6) | ||
Weather | Storms may impact on navigation and safety (3/6) | ||
Infrastructure | Limited facilities, not all cliffs are fenced (3/6) |
Some more details of this walks Grading
Here is a bit more details explaining grading looking at sections of the walk
Gradient
Around 2.5km of this walk has gentle hills with occasional steps, whilst the remaining 1.3km is flat with no steps.
Quality of track
Around 3.2km of this walk follows a clear and well formed track or trail, whilst the remaining 700m follows a formed track, with some branches and other obstacles.
Signs
This whole walk, 3.9km is clearly signposted.
Experience Required
This whole walk, 3.9km requires no previous bushwalking experience.
weather
Around 3.2km of this walk is not usually affected by severe weather events (that would unexpectedly impact safety and navigation), whilst the remaining 700m is affected by storms that may impact your navigation and safety.
Infrastructure
Around 3.2km of this walk is close to useful facilities (such as fenced cliffs and seats), whilst the remaining 700m has limited facilities (such as not all cliffs fenced).
Similar walks
A list of walks that share part of the track with the Scotts Point circuit walk.
Other Nearby walks
A list of walks that start near the Scotts Point circuit walk.
Plan your trip to and from the walk here
The Scotts Point circuit walk starts and ends at the Riverside Park car park (gps: -32.833948, 151.70896)
Your main transport option to Riverside Park car park is by;
Car. There is free parking available.
(get details)
Fire Danger
Each park may have its own fire ban, this rating is only valid for today and is based on information from the RFS Please check the RFS Website for more information.
Weather Forest
This walk starts in the Hunter weather district always check the formal BOM forecast or pdf before starting your walk.
Forecast snapshot
Park Information & Alerts
Comments
Short URL = http://wild.tl/spc
Gallery images
There are other downloads I am still working on.
You will probably need to login to access these — still all free.
* KML (google earth file)
* GPX (GPS file)
Special Maps/ brochures
* A3 topo maps
* PDF with Lands Topo map base
* PDF with arial image (and map overlay)
I wanted to get the main site live first, this extra stuff will come in time.
Happy walking
Matt 🙂
The Welcome walk
And Walk
The Welcome walk
30 mins
3 m
Easy track
Come and meander at your own pace through this unique saltmarsh ecosystem. The timber boardwalk guides you among the mangroves as you keep an eye out for baby fish and crabs while also enjoy the birdlife. There are seats along the way making it easy to stop and just watch. There are information signs so you can get a deeper understanding of how precious this ecosystem is. Take the short side trip to the old Schoolmaster’s House and step back in time exploring the historic artefacts and displays. The walk finishes with a stroll through Sue’s Garden then along Cobbans Track to the car park. If you don’t organise a lift from the end, allow extra time and retrace your steps or return along the road.
(0km) Mangrove Boardwalk car park → Boardwalk seating area
350 m
5 mins
0m
0m
Very easy
[1] on Millams Rd Kooragang, (with the large ‘Welcome to Kooragang Wetlands’ sign[2]) this walk follows the ‘Mangrove Boardwalk’ arrow[3] along the timber boardwalk directly away from the road. This walk gently meanders along the boardwalk for about 80m to cross a bridge with (90cm high) hand railings[4], to come to a seat
about 50m later. This walk then continues for the next 160m, passing a few information signs[5][6][7] to find another seat
. The walk continues along the boardwalk through the open wetlands for another 60m to come to a third seat
(on the left).
Mangroves
(0.35km) Boardwalk seating area → Mangrove Boardwalk int.
190 m
3 mins
2m
-2m
Very easy
(0.54km) Mangrove Boardwalk int. → Schoolmasters House
60 m
1 mins
0m
0m
Very easy
(on the left) and continues for about 30m to come to the front of the ‘School Masters House’[16] (on the right). Access to the old school house is either via smaller steps[17] or around the far side by heading through the car park where there are a few picnic tables
. At the end of this side trip, retrace your steps back to the main walk then Turn left.
Schoolmasters House
There are two main entrances. The back entrance has 3 14cm steps to get inside[21]. More info.
(0.54km) Mangrove Boardwalk int. → Cobbans Track int.
160 m
2 mins
1m
-1m
Very easy
and the ‘Sue’s Garden’ sign[24] (both on the left). From here this walk continues along the asphalt path for about 110m, passing two more seats
and a picnic table
(on the left) to cross a short timber bridge and come to the Cobbans Track T-intersection[25], marked by the ‘Cobbans Creek’ sign[26].
(0.69km) Cobbans Track int. → Cobbans car park
250 m
4 mins
0m
0m
Easy track
to the Cobbans car park[28], marked by the ‘Cobbans Track’ sign[29] just off the side of Millams Rd, Kooragang.
Maps for the The Welcome walk walk
You can download the PDF for this walk to print a map.
These maps below cover the walk and the wider area around the walk, they are worth carrying for safety reasons.
Beresfield | 1:25 000 Map Series | 92323N BERESFIELD | NSW-92323N |
Newcastle | 1:100 000 Map Series | 9232 NEWCASTLE | 9232 |
Cross sectional view of the The Welcome walk bushwalking track
Analysis and summary of the altitude variation on the The Welcome walk
Accessibility summary information for the The Welcome walk
Toilets: There are 0 designated accessible toilets on this walk.
Seats: There are 7 places to sit on this walk.
They are on average 110m apart, with a maximum gap of 240m.
Hazards: There are 0 specific noteable accessability related hazards on this walk.
Accessibility Details
Overview of this walks grade – based on the AS 2156.1 – 2001
Under this standard, a walk is graded based on the most difficult section of the walk.
Length | 945 m | ||
Time | 30 mins | ||
. | |||
Grade 2/6 Easy track |
AS 2156.1 | Gradient | Flat, no steps (1/6) |
Quality of track | Clear and well formed track or trail (2/6) | ||
Signs | Clearly signposted (1/6) | ||
Experience Required | No experience required (1/6) | ||
Weather | Weather generally has little impact on safety (1/6) | ||
Infrastructure | Generally useful facilities (such as fenced cliffs and seats) (1/6) |
Some more details of this walks Grading
Here is a bit more details explaining grading looking at sections of the walk
Gradient
This whole walk, 950m is flat with no steps.
Quality of track
Around 690m of this walk follows a smooth and hardened path, whilst the remaining 250m follows a clear and well formed track or trail.
Signs
This whole walk, 950m is clearly signposted.
Experience Required
This whole walk, 950m requires no previous bushwalking experience.
weather
This whole walk, 950m is not usually affected by severe weather events (that would unexpectedly impact safety and navigation).
Infrastructure
This whole walk, 950m is close to useful facilities (such as fenced cliffs and seats).
Similar walks
A list of walks that share part of the track with the The Welcome walk walk.
Other Nearby walks
A list of walks that start near the The Welcome walk walk.
Plan your trip to and from the walk here
The The Welcome walk walk starts at the Mangrove Boardwalk car park (gps: -32.844726, 151.69741)
Your main transport option to Mangrove Boardwalk car park is by;
Car. There is free parking available.
(get details)
The The Welcome walk ends at the Cobbans car park (gps: -32.84559, 151.70238)
Your main transport option to Cobbans car park is by;
Car. There is free parking available.
(get details)
Fire Danger
Each park may have its own fire ban, this rating is only valid for today and is based on information from the RFS Please check the RFS Website for more information.
Weather Forest
This walk starts in the Hunter weather district always check the formal BOM forecast or pdf before starting your walk.
Forecast snapshot
Park Information & Alerts
Comments
Short URL = http://wild.tl/tww
Gallery images
There are other downloads I am still working on.
You will probably need to login to access these — still all free.
* KML (google earth file)
* GPX (GPS file)
Special Maps/ brochures
* A3 topo maps
* PDF with Lands Topo map base
* PDF with arial image (and map overlay)
I wanted to get the main site live first, this extra stuff will come in time.
Happy walking
Matt 🙂
Scots Point Way to Riverside Park Trail
45 mins
0 m
Easy track
On this walk you follow a trail nestled between the Hunter River and the glistening wetlands. You will enjoy an abundance of water birds, water views and plenty of places to sit to take it all in. The walk starts with an optional side trip along a boardwalk before following the old road (now closed to traffic) along side the Green and Golden Bell Frog habitat to the delightful picnic area at Scotts Point. Then the trail leads you along the northern arm of the Hunter River to the car park at Riverside Park. Maybe pack a fishing rod, camera, binoculars or a picnic lunch taking the extra time to enjoy this unique historical and environmentally sensitive area.
(0km) End of Scotts Point Way → Int of Scotts Point and Rainforest tracks
30 m
0m
0m
Easy track
(0.03km) Int of Scotts Point and Rainforest tracks → East end of Rainforest boardwalk
230 m
4 mins
0m
0m
Easy track
and along the dirt track passing 3 seats
to find the fibreglass boardwalk[5]. This walk follows the boardwalk for 200m as it winds through the wetlands giving great views and bird watching opportunities to then come to the end of the raised boardwalk and start of a dirt track. At the end of this side trip, retrace your steps back to the main walk then Turn right.
Rainforest boardwalk
Chestnut Teal, Great Egret, Cattle Egret, Glossy Ibis, Australian White Ibis, Straw-necked Ibis, Common Greenshank, Sharp-tailed Sandpiper, Curlew Sandpiper, or if very lucky a Painted Snipe.
(0.03km) Int of Scotts Point and Rainforest tracks → Scotts Point
600 m
9 mins
0m
0m
Easy track
then after another 180m it leads past another small timber seat[18]
. Just 100m past this seat the walk comes to a ‘Green and Golden Bell Frog’ information sign[19] where the walk continues to gently meander along the edge of the wetlands for 170m to come to the Scotts Point picnic area with a sheltered sitting area
(on the right). There are beautiful views of the confluence of two creeks with a view across a shipping area and a bridge and distant views of the mountains.
Scotts Point
, picnic table
and seating shelter
beside an open grassy area at the confluence of the north and south arms of the Hunter River[20]. There are views down the river to Hexham bridge and past some shipping areas[21]. There are a series of signs [22][23][24] to explain more about the local area. This is a lovely spot to rest and enjoy the river and the wetlands.
(0.63km) Scotts Point → Mid way pincic area
700 m
11 mins
0m
0m
Easy track
, this walk follows the old road, keeping the river to the left. After about 20m this walk leads past a picnic table
then continues along the trail for 220m to pass a ‘Scotts Point Way’ sign[25] where there are more views of the wetlands[26] (to the right). The walk continues along the old road for another 250m to head past a series of large orange triangle boat navigation markers[27] with lovely views over the river[28] then the trail leads back into the she oak forest for about 200m to then cross over a 2.7m wide timber bridge[29] and come to a picnic area with two picnic tables
(on the right).
Mid way pincic area
on concrete slabs beside the trail. The grassy area around the tables can become boggy[33] after rain or very high tides. A pleasant naturally shaded area with some protection from light winds.
(1.33km) Mid way pincic area → Riverside Park car park int
530 m
8 mins
0m
0m
Easy track
, this walk follows the old asphalt road, directly away from the timber bridge, keeping the river to the left[34]. This walk continues along the trail for 180m to pass a single picnic table
then another 90m to pass a timber seat
(on the right). Continuing along the trail for another 210m this walk leads under the power lines, veers left at the intersection to head past the stone seats
then over the grassy section[35] between the car park and river, to the intersection at the other end of the car park marked by a Riverside Park sign[36].
(1.86km) Riverside Park car park int → City Farm jetty
100 m
1 mins
0m
-1m
Easy track
Continue straight: From the intersection, this walk follows the ‘Jetty’ arrow[38] along the gravel path[39] keeping the river to the left. After about 40m the path leads past a sheltered picnic area
and water tap
(on the right) then continues for about 30m to come to a ‘Hunter Wetlands National Park’ information sign[40] (on the right). Here the walk leads onto the floating jetty ramp[41] with 1m metal fence that leads to the City Farm jetty[42] (there is an 8cm step[43] to access the actual jetty platform[44]. At the end of this side trip, retrace your steps back to the main walk then Turn left.
Riverside Park
, each with a water tank
. There is also an accessible toilet[48]
at the back of the grassy area. There are a few walks that leave from the area and it is also a popular fishing and bird watching area.
Maps for the Scots Point Way to Riverside Park Trail walk
You can download the PDF for this walk to print a map.
These maps below cover the walk and the wider area around the walk, they are worth carrying for safety reasons.
Beresfield | 1:25 000 Map Series | 92323N BERESFIELD | NSW-92323N |
Newcastle | 1:100 000 Map Series | 9232 NEWCASTLE | 9232 |
Cross sectional view of the Scots Point Way to Riverside Park Trail bushwalking track
Analysis and summary of the altitude variation on the Scots Point Way to Riverside Park Trail
Accessibility summary information for the Scots Point Way to Riverside Park Trail
Toilets: There are 0 designated accessible toilets on this walk.
Seats: There are 8 places to sit on this walk.
They are on average 260m apart, with a maximum gap of 690m.
Hazards: There are 1 specific noteable accessability related hazards on this walk.
Wheelchair Steep There is a 4m long moderately steep section across the dirt/grass between the trail and the boardwalk. Found about 30m into the walk.
Accessibility Details
Overview of this walks grade – based on the AS 2156.1 – 2001
Under this standard, a walk is graded based on the most difficult section of the walk.
Length | 1.9 km | ||
Time | 45 mins | ||
. | |||
Grade 2/6 Easy track |
AS 2156.1 | Gradient | Gentle hills with occasional steps (2/6) |
Quality of track | Clear and well formed track or trail (2/6) | ||
Signs | Clearly signposted (1/6) | ||
Experience Required | No experience required (1/6) | ||
Weather | Weather generally has little impact on safety (1/6) | ||
Infrastructure | Generally useful facilities (such as fenced cliffs and seats) (1/6) |
Some more details of this walks Grading
Here is a bit more details explaining grading looking at sections of the walk
Gradient
Around 1.3km of this walk is flat with no steps, whilst the remaining 550m has gentle hills with occasional steps.
Quality of track
This whole walk, 1.9km follows a clear and well formed track or trail.
Signs
This whole walk, 1.9km is clearly signposted.
Experience Required
This whole walk, 1.9km requires no previous bushwalking experience.
weather
This whole walk, 1.9km is not usually affected by severe weather events (that would unexpectedly impact safety and navigation).
Infrastructure
This whole walk, 1.9km is close to useful facilities (such as fenced cliffs and seats).
Similar walks
A list of walks that share part of the track with the Scots Point Way to Riverside Park Trail walk.
Other Nearby walks
A list of walks that start near the Scots Point Way to Riverside Park Trail walk.
Plan your trip to and from the walk here
The Scots Point Way to Riverside Park Trail walk starts at the End of Scotts Point Way (gps: -32.838774, 151.6969)
Your main transport option to End of Scotts Point Way is by;
Car. There is free parking available.
(get details)
The Scots Point Way to Riverside Park Trail ends at the Riverside Park car park (gps: -32.833948, 151.70896)
Your main transport option to Riverside Park car park is by;
Car. There is free parking available.
(get details)
Fire Danger
Each park may have its own fire ban, this rating is only valid for today and is based on information from the RFS Please check the RFS Website for more information.
Weather Forest
This walk starts in the Hunter weather district always check the formal BOM forecast or pdf before starting your walk.
Forecast snapshot
Park Information & Alerts
Comments
Short URL = http://wild.tl/spwtrpt
Gallery images
There are other downloads I am still working on.
You will probably need to login to access these — still all free.
* KML (google earth file)
* GPX (GPS file)
Special Maps/ brochures
* A3 topo maps
* PDF with Lands Topo map base
* PDF with arial image (and map overlay)
I wanted to get the main site live first, this extra stuff will come in time.
Happy walking
Matt 🙂
Rainforest walk to Riverside Park
And Walk
Rainforest walk to Riverside Park
45 mins
0 m
Moderate track
This walk leads through the heart of Hunter Wetlands National Park allowing you to explore this area rich in history and nature. The boardwalk takes you through a wetland with great water bird viewing opportunities, the rainforest walk leads you through a diverse forest with information signs about the plants. The walk then finishes with a road walk through open areas to the well-established Riverside picnic area on the banks of the Hunter River.
(0km) End of Scotts Point Way → Int of Scotts Point and Rainforest tracks
30 m
0m
0m
Easy track
(0.03km) Int of Scotts Point and Rainforest tracks → East end of Rainforest boardwalk
230 m
4 mins
0m
0m
Easy track
and along the dirt track passing 3 seats
to find the fibreglass boardwalk[5]. This walk follows the boardwalk for 200m as it winds through the wetlands giving great views and bird watching opportunities to then come to the end of the raised boardwalk and start of a dirt track.
Rainforest boardwalk
Chestnut Teal, Great Egret, Cattle Egret, Glossy Ibis, Australian White Ibis, Straw-necked Ibis, Common Greenshank, Sharp-tailed Sandpiper, Curlew Sandpiper, or if very lucky a Painted Snipe.
(0.26km) East end of Rainforest boardwalk → Silos car park
700 m
10 mins
0m
0m
Moderate track
to come to a picnic table
by the ‘Fallen Ash Grove’[17] (on the right). This walk continues along the track for another 35m to pass a small timber seat
then the track leads past a series of plant information signs[18][19][20][21][22][23][24][25][26][27][28][29][30][31][32][33][34] for 230m to come to another small timber seat
[35]. From this seat this walk leads for another 150m through the forest past a few more plant information signs[36][37][38][39] to then cross a short fibreglass bridge[40]. About 35m past this small bridge the track leads past another seat
(on the left) then 90m later leads between the timber bollards
to find the concrete ‘Silos’ car park[41] beside Millams Rd, Kooragang.
(0.96km) Silos car park → Riverside Park car park
1.1 km
16 mins
0m
0m
Easy track
(2.04km) Riverside Park car park → Riverside Park int
30 m
0m
0m
Easy track
[50] for less than 10m to come to an intersection just before the river, marked by a ‘Riverside Park’ sign[51].
Turn right: From the intersection, this walk follows the gravel track to cross the short fibreglass bridge, keeping the river to the left. After about 10m this walk comes to a 3-way intersection with a gravel footpath, marked by an arrow post sign[52]. At the end of this side trip, retrace your steps back to the main walk then Turn around.
Riverside Park
, each with a water tank
. There is also an accessible toilet[56]
at the back of the grassy area. There are a few walks that leave from the area and it is also a popular fishing and bird watching area.
Maps for the Rainforest walk to Riverside Park walk
You can download the PDF for this walk to print a map.
These maps below cover the walk and the wider area around the walk, they are worth carrying for safety reasons.
Beresfield | 1:25 000 Map Series | 92323N BERESFIELD | NSW-92323N |
Newcastle | 1:100 000 Map Series | 9232 NEWCASTLE | 9232 |
Cross sectional view of the Rainforest walk to Riverside Park bushwalking track
Analysis and summary of the altitude variation on the Rainforest walk to Riverside Park
Accessibility summary information for the Rainforest walk to Riverside Park
Toilets: There are 0 designated accessible toilets on this walk.
Seats: There are 5 places to sit on this walk.
They are on average 220m apart, with a maximum gap of 380m.
Hazards: There are 3 specific noteable accessability related hazards on this walk.
Wheelchair Steep There is a 4m long moderately steep section across the dirt/grass between the trail and the boardwalk. Found about 30m into the walk.
Trip Hazard A 25m long boggy section of track. The track floods after heavy rain or very high tides. Found about 330m into the walk.
Trip Hazard A 10m long boggy section of narrow track. The track floods after heavy rain or very high tides. Found about 370m into the walk.
Accessibility Details
Overview of this walks grade – based on the AS 2156.1 – 2001
Under this standard, a walk is graded based on the most difficult section of the walk.
Length | 2 km | ||
Time | 45 mins | ||
. | |||
Grade 3/6 Moderate track |
AS 2156.1 | Gradient | Gentle hills with occasional steps (2/6) |
Quality of track | Formed track, with some branches and other obstacles (3/6) | ||
Signs | Clearly signposted (1/6) | ||
Experience Required | No experience required (1/6) | ||
Weather | Storms may impact on navigation and safety (3/6) | ||
Infrastructure | Limited facilities, not all cliffs are fenced (3/6) |
Some more details of this walks Grading
Here is a bit more details explaining grading looking at sections of the walk
Gradient
This whole walk, 2km has gentle hills with occasional steps.
Quality of track
Around 1.3km of this walk follows a clear and well formed track or trail, whilst the remaining 700m follows a formed track, with some branches and other obstacles.
Signs
This whole walk, 2km is clearly signposted.
Experience Required
This whole walk, 2km requires no previous bushwalking experience.
weather
Around 1.3km of this walk is not usually affected by severe weather events (that would unexpectedly impact safety and navigation), whilst the remaining 700m is affected by storms that may impact your navigation and safety.
Infrastructure
Around 1.3km of this walk is close to useful facilities (such as fenced cliffs and seats), whilst the remaining 700m has limited facilities (such as not all cliffs fenced).
Similar walks
A list of walks that share part of the track with the Rainforest walk to Riverside Park walk.
Other Nearby walks
A list of walks that start near the Rainforest walk to Riverside Park walk.
Plan your trip to and from the walk here
The Rainforest walk to Riverside Park walk starts at the End of Scotts Point Way (gps: -32.838774, 151.6969)
Your main transport option to End of Scotts Point Way is by;
Car. There is free parking available.
(get details)
The Rainforest walk to Riverside Park ends at the Riverside Park car park (gps: -32.833949, 151.70895)
Your main transport option to Riverside Park car park is by;
Car. There is free parking available.
(get details)
Fire Danger
Each park may have its own fire ban, this rating is only valid for today and is based on information from the RFS Please check the RFS Website for more information.
Weather Forest
This walk starts in the Hunter weather district always check the formal BOM forecast or pdf before starting your walk.
Forecast snapshot
Park Information & Alerts
Comments
Short URL = http://wild.tl/rwtrp
Gallery images
There are other downloads I am still working on.
You will probably need to login to access these — still all free.
* KML (google earth file)
* GPX (GPS file)
Special Maps/ brochures
* A3 topo maps
* PDF with Lands Topo map base
* PDF with arial image (and map overlay)
I wanted to get the main site live first, this extra stuff will come in time.
Happy walking
Matt 🙂
Yuelarbah walking track to Flaggy Creek
40 mins
52 m
Easy track
A great way to explore the tree canopy and valley in one easy walk. From the car park, you will be lead along a 100m long elevated timber boardwalk that brings you eye level with the tree canopy. Continue into the valley following the gently undulating wide track to cross Flaggy Creek using a solid suspension bridge. From the bridge, it is just 40m to a pleasant picnic area near the creek. You will find a rough track leading down to the rock platform that forms the Flaggy Creek bed, from the picnic area. The walk is gently sloping downhill most of the way to the picnic area, so it is uphill the way back.
Yuelarbah car park
.
(0km) Yuelarbah car park → Int of Yuelarbah track AND Glenrock scoutcamp track
580 m
12 mins
13m
-33m
Easy track
. The footpath has a handrail on each side and initally zig zags[5] downhill before joining the timber boardwalk[6]. The elevated boardwalk[7] has (1m high) handrails[8] and leads through the bush for just shy of 100m, where there is a small step down
on to the gravel track. The walk continues gently downhill along the wide gravel track for 100m to pass a faint rough track (on the left, that leads to a picnic table [9]
). This walk stays on the main wide path as is gently undulates mostly dowhill for another 400m, then coming to a 3-way intersection[10], marked with a ‘Yuelarbah Track’ sign[11] (and track[12] on the right) just before a large foot bridge[13].
(0.58km) Int of Yuelarbah track & Glenrock scoutcamp track → Int of Yuelarbah & Flaggy Creek tracks
40 m
1 mins
3m
-1m
Very easy
(0.62km) Int of Yuelarbah & Flaggy Creek tracks → Flaggy Creek picnic area
40 m
1 mins
1m
-1m
Very easy
Flaggy Creek picnic area
on a large concrete slab. There is a rough track[24] that leads down to the cascades[25] on the creek. There is also a warning sign saying that the creek water may be contaminated from sewerage overflow and swimming is not advised.[26]. It is, however, a very pleasant spot to enjoy the quiet and peacefull valley.
Maps for the Yuelarbah walking track to Flaggy Creek walk
You can download the PDF for this walk to print a map.
These maps below cover the walk and the wider area around the walk, they are worth carrying for safety reasons.
Wallsend | 1:25 000 Map Series | 92323S WALLSEND | NSW-92323S |
Newcastle | 1:100 000 Map Series | 9232 NEWCASTLE | 9232 |
Cross sectional view of the Yuelarbah walking track to Flaggy Creek bushwalking track
Analysis and summary of the altitude variation on the Yuelarbah walking track to Flaggy Creek
Accessibility summary information for the Yuelarbah walking track to Flaggy Creek
Toilets: There are 0 designated accessible toilets on this walk.
Seats: There are 2 places to sit on this walk.
They are 640m apart.
Hazards: There are 1 specific noteable accessability related hazards on this walk.
Trip Hazard Between the gravel path and timber boardwalk is a 5cm step, 1.5m wide. Found about 110m into the walk.
Accessibility Details
Overview of this walks grade – based on the AS 2156.1 – 2001
Under this standard, a walk is graded based on the most difficult section of the walk.
Length | 1.3 km | ||
Time | 40 mins | ||
. | |||
Grade 2/6 Easy track |
AS 2156.1 | Gradient | Gentle hills with occasional steps (2/6) |
Quality of track | Smooth and hardened path (1/6) | ||
Signs | Clearly signposted (1/6) | ||
Experience Required | No experience required (1/6) | ||
Weather | Weather generally has little impact on safety (1/6) | ||
Infrastructure | Generally useful facilities (such as fenced cliffs and seats) (1/6) |
Some more details of this walks Grading
Here is a bit more details explaining grading looking at sections of the walk
Gradient
Around 580m of this walk has gentle hills with occasional steps, whilst the remaining 80m is flat with no steps.
Quality of track
This whole walk, 660m follows a smooth and hardened path.
Signs
This whole walk, 660m is clearly signposted.
Experience Required
This whole walk, 660m requires no previous bushwalking experience.
weather
This whole walk, 660m is not usually affected by severe weather events (that would unexpectedly impact safety and navigation).
Infrastructure
This whole walk, 660m is close to useful facilities (such as fenced cliffs and seats).
Similar walks
A list of walks that share part of the track with the Yuelarbah walking track to Flaggy Creek walk.
Other Nearby walks
A list of walks that start near the Yuelarbah walking track to Flaggy Creek walk.
Plan your trip to and from the walk here
The Yuelarbah walking track to Flaggy Creek walk starts and ends at the Yuelarbah car park (gps: -32.962127, 151.71977)
Your main transport option to Yuelarbah car park is by;
Car. There is free parking available.
(get details)
Fire Danger
Each park may have its own fire ban, this rating is only valid for today and is based on information from the RFS Please check the RFS Website for more information.
Weather Forest
This walk starts in the Hunter weather district always check the formal BOM forecast or pdf before starting your walk.
Forecast snapshot
Park Information & Alerts
Comments
Short URL = http://wild.tl/ywttfc
Gallery images
There are other downloads I am still working on.
You will probably need to login to access these — still all free.
* KML (google earth file)
* GPX (GPS file)
Special Maps/ brochures
* A3 topo maps
* PDF with Lands Topo map base
* PDF with arial image (and map overlay)
I wanted to get the main site live first, this extra stuff will come in time.
Happy walking
Matt 🙂
Ourimbah Valley Trackhead to Forest Road
4 hrs 30 mins
528 m
Hard track
This pleasant walk explores the rural valleys and a beautiful section of Jilliby State Conservation Area. Starting at Ourimbah Valley Trackhead you walk into Hidden valley along the dirt road, to then follow a trail beside Ourimbah Creek to Stringy Bark Point. This is a pleasant mossy area with many ferns and near a wide sandy section of Ourimbah Creek. A bit further on you cross Ourimbah Creek then walk up the ridge to the dirt Tooheys Road. From here you walk along the little used dirt road to Forest Road, passing through the tall eucalypt forest and through the Tuggerah Lake Field Archers club area. A side trip at the end of this walk gives you the option of staying at Forest Park.
(0km) Ourimbah Valley Trackhead → Int of Platypus Creek La and Ourimbah Creek Rd
1.8 km
32 mins
30m
-25m
Easy track
This walk continues straight, gently downhill along the wide dirt road to almost immediately pass ‘Wombats End’ (private road)[5] then cross the flat timber road bridge[6]. After about 400m, the road leads under some high tension power lines[7] then after another 150m of winding past the rural properties[8], this walk passes a timber ‘Hidden Valley’ private property shelter[9] and water tank (on your right). A further 100m along the road past this shelter, the walk veers left (ignoring ‘Platypus Creek La’) to come to a locked gate with a ‘Road Closed’ sign[10].
(1.85km) Int of Platypus Creek La and Ourimbah Creek Rd → Forty Acres
2 km
36 mins
39m
-43m
Moderate track
(3.83km) Forty Acres → Stringy Bark Point
1.8 km
33 mins
43m
-33m
Moderate track
Stringy Bark Point
(5.64km) Stringy Bark Point → Int of Great North Walk and Tooheys Road south
1.8 km
53 mins
237m
-42m
Hard track
On the other side, the track leads up the bank then gently up through the dense, leafy forest for about 50m, following a series of GNW arrow posts. The track then starts to lead steeply uphill for about 100m and leaves the dense forest, climbing up onto the more open ridge. Here the track mostly flattens out, leading over a rocky area[26] to then come to a large ant hill[27]. The track now leads uphill for about 250m to pass some cabbage palms (Livistona australis)[28]. The track starts to climb steeply again for about 150m, up some stone steps[29] (and past a rock with a view[30]) to where the track mostly flattens out again for about 60m, coming to a three-way intersection that is marked with a GNW arrow post[31]. Here the walk veers left and follows this old trail steeply uphill[32] for about 130m, before turning left at another GNW arrow post[33]. This track soon bends sharp right and leads up some stone steps[34] then comes to an intersection[35] (with the same old trail). Here the walk leads gently uphill for about 30m, over the a rise (ignoring the faint track on your right), after which the track leads gently down through the tall forest[36] for about 300m and comes to an T-intersection with the dirt Tooheys Rd[37], marked with a ‘The Great North Walk’ signpost[38].
(7.47km) Int of Great North Walk and Tooheys Road south → Int of Great North Walk and Tooheys Road north
2.3 km
52 mins
139m
-67m
Hard track
(9.78km) Int of Old GNW track and Tooheys Rd → Archers Campsite
160 m
3 mins
1m
-3m
Moderate track
Archers Campsite
(9.93km) Archers Campsite → Archers Club House
160 m
3 mins
1m
-8m
Easy track
Archers Club House
(10.09km) Archers Club House → Int of Forest and Tooheys Rds
1.1 km
18 mins
38m
-1m
Easy track
(11.18km) Int of Forest and Tooheys Rds → Forest Park Country Retreat
960 m
16 mins
14m
-15m
Easy track
Forest Park Country Retreat
Maps for the Ourimbah Valley Trackhead to Forest Road walk
You can download the PDF for this walk to print a map.
These maps below cover the walk and the wider area around the walk, they are worth carrying for safety reasons.
Wyong | 1:25 000 Map Series | 91312N WYONG | NSW-91312N |
Gosford | 1:100 000 Map Series | 9131 GOSFORD | 9131 |
Cross sectional view of the Ourimbah Valley Trackhead to Forest Road bushwalking track
Analysis and summary of the altitude variation on the Ourimbah Valley Trackhead to Forest Road
Overview of this walks grade – based on the AS 2156.1 – 2001
Under this standard, a walk is graded based on the most difficult section of the walk.
Length | 11.2 km | ||
Time | 4 hrs 30 mins | ||
. | |||
Grade 4/6 Hard track |
AS 2156.1 | Gradient | Very steep (4/6) |
Quality of track | Formed track, with some branches and other obstacles (3/6) | ||
Signs | Directional signs along the way (3/6) | ||
Experience Required | Moderate level of bushwalking experience recommended (4/6) | ||
Weather | Weather generally has little impact on safety (1/6) | ||
Infrastructure | Limited facilities, not all cliffs are fenced (3/6) |
Some more details of this walks Grading
Here is a bit more details explaining grading looking at sections of the walk
Gradient
6km of this walk has gentle hills with occasional steps and another 4.1km is very steep. The remaining (1.1km) is flat with no steps.
Quality of track
Around 9km of this walk follows a clear and well formed track or trail, whilst the remaining 1.8km follows a formed track, with some branches and other obstacles.
Signs
Around 8km of this walk has directional signs at most intersection, whilst the remaining 3.1km is clearly signposted.
Experience Required
7km of this walk requires no previous bushwalking experience and another 2.3km requires some bushwalking experience. The remaining (1.8km) requires a leader a with moderate level of bushwalking experience.
weather
This whole walk, 11km is not usually affected by severe weather events (that would unexpectedly impact safety and navigation).
Infrastructure
Around 7km of this walk is close to useful facilities (such as fenced cliffs and seats), whilst the remaining 4.1km has limited facilities (such as not all cliffs fenced).
Similar walks
A list of walks that share part of the track with the Ourimbah Valley Trackhead to Forest Road walk.
Other Nearby walks
A list of walks that start near the Ourimbah Valley Trackhead to Forest Road walk.
Plan your trip to and from the walk here
The Ourimbah Valley Trackhead to Forest Road walk starts at the Ourimbah Valley Trackhead (gps: -33.317427, 151.30012)
Your main transport option to Ourimbah Valley Trackhead is by;
Car. There is free parking available.
(get details)
The Ourimbah Valley Trackhead to Forest Road ends at the Int of Forest and Tooheys Rds (gps: -33.250845, 151.26955)
Your main transport option to Int of Forest and Tooheys Rds is by;
Car. There is free parking available.
(get details)
Fire Danger
Each park may have its own fire ban, this rating is only valid for today and is based on information from the RFS Please check the RFS Website for more information.
Weather Forest
This walk starts in the Hunter weather district always check the formal BOM forecast or pdf before starting your walk.
Forecast snapshot
Park Information & Alerts
Comments
Short URL = http://wild.tl/ovttfr
Gallery images
There are other downloads I am still working on.
You will probably need to login to access these — still all free.
* KML (google earth file)
* GPX (GPS file)
Special Maps/ brochures
* A3 topo maps
* PDF with Lands Topo map base
* PDF with arial image (and map overlay)
I wanted to get the main site live first, this extra stuff will come in time.
Happy walking
Matt 🙂
Somersby to the Basin Campsite
And Walk
Somersby to the Basin Campsite
3 Days
2032 m
Hard track
This three day walk starts at the Somersby General Store and follows the Great North Walk, heading north, into the the Jilliby State Conservation Area where the first nights campsite is at Stringy Bark Point. The walk continues north, out of the Conservation Area, to Yarramalong for the second night, and further north into the Olney State Forest, finishing at the Basin Campsite.
Somersby Store
(0km) Somersby Store → End of Kilkenny Road
2.6 km
48 mins
54m
-69m
Moderate track
(2.63km) End of Kilkenny Road → creek crossing
1.4 km
32 mins
11m
-207m
Hard track
(4.01km) creek crossing → Palm Grove Campsite intersection
1 km
28 mins
114m
-25m
Hard track
(5.05km) Palm Grove Campsite intersection → Ourimbah Valley Trackhead
990 m
24 mins
15m
-143m
Hard track
(6.04km) Ourimbah Valley Trackhead → Int of Platypus Creek La and Ourimbah Creek Rd
1.8 km
32 mins
30m
-25m
Easy track
This walk continues straight, gently downhill along the wide dirt road to almost immediately pass ‘Wombats End’ (private road)[59] then cross the flat timber road bridge[60]. After about 400m, the road leads under some high tension power lines[61] then after another 150m of winding past the rural properties[62], this walk passes a timber ‘Hidden Valley’ private property shelter[63] and water tank (on your right). A further 100m along the road past this shelter, the walk veers left (ignoring ‘Platypus Creek La’) to come to a locked gate with a ‘Road Closed’ sign[64].
(7.88km) Int of Platypus Creek La and Ourimbah Creek Rd → Forty Acres
2 km
36 mins
39m
-43m
Moderate track
(9.86km) Forty Acres → Stringy Bark Point
1.8 km
33 mins
43m
-33m
Moderate track
Stringy Bark Point
End of day 1
(11.68km) Stringy Bark Point → Int of Great North Walk and Tooheys Road south
1.8 km
53 mins
237m
-42m
Hard track
On the other side, the track leads up the bank then gently up through the dense, leafy forest for about 50m, following a series of GNW arrow posts. The track then starts to lead steeply uphill for about 100m and leaves the dense forest, climbing up onto the more open ridge. Here the track mostly flattens out, leading over a rocky area[80] to then come to a large ant hill[81]. The track now leads uphill for about 250m to pass some cabbage palms (Livistona australis)[82]. The track starts to climb steeply again for about 150m, up some stone steps[83] (and past a rock with a view[84]) to where the track mostly flattens out again for about 60m, coming to a three-way intersection that is marked with a GNW arrow post[85]. Here the walk veers left and follows this old trail steeply uphill[86] for about 130m, before turning left at another GNW arrow post[87]. This track soon bends sharp right and leads up some stone steps[88] then comes to an intersection[89] (with the same old trail). Here the walk leads gently uphill for about 30m, over the a rise (ignoring the faint track on your right), after which the track leads gently down through the tall forest[90] for about 300m and comes to an T-intersection with the dirt Tooheys Rd[91], marked with a ‘The Great North Walk’ signpost[92].
(13.51km) Int of Great North Walk and Tooheys Road south → Int of Great North Walk and Tooheys Road north
2.3 km
52 mins
139m
-67m
Hard track
(15.81km) Int of Old GNW track and Tooheys Rd → Archers Campsite
160 m
3 mins
1m
-3m
Moderate track
Archers Campsite
(15.81km) Int of GNW and Tooheys Road north → Powerline tower west of Dead Horse Creek
1.9 km
48 mins
106m
-174m
Hard track
Here the walk crosses Dead Horse Creek[112] (this creek may become impassable after prolonged or heavy rain), then follows the GNW arrow post [113] up the side of the hill. The track initially zig zags steeply
then more gently up as it generally contours north along the side of the hill for about 250m to cross a small gully and often dry side creek[114]. The track continues along the side of the main valley through the cool and dense wooded forest for just over 250m (where there are a few sections of faint track). Here the track starts to veer left and climb the side, of the valley quiet steeply at times for around 400m, where the forest becomes dryer and more open until the track leads to the side of a large high tension power-line tower[115].
(17.72km) Powerline tower west of Dead Horse Creek → Int of GNW and Cherry Lane
1.5 km
30 mins
53m
-26m
Moderate track
From here, this walk continue straight, following the track along the side of the fence (keeping the fence to your right[126]) for 400m where the track leads under a set of high tension power lines[127], beside some farm land[128]. Continuing along the fence line the track soon leads across a section of timber duckboard[129] then after another 100m crosses a small flat timber bridge (over a small sandy creek)[130]. Just another 80m later the track leads
up to a locked gate[131] and to a T-intersection with Cherry Lane, marked with a few GNW arrows[132].
(19.26km) Int of Great North Walk and Cherry Lane → Int of Greta Road and Cherry Lane
1.4 km
27 mins
54m
-15m
Easy track
marked with a ‘The Great North Walk’ signpost[138] (on your right).
(20.65km) Int of Greta Road and Cherry Lane → Int of Greta Road and power line service trail
430 m
9 mins
29m
0m
Easy track
(21.08km) Int of Greta Road and power line service trail → Bumble Hill Dray track
670 m
15 mins
6m
-89m
Hard track
(21.75km) Bumble Hill Dray track tower → Int of Great North Walk and Bumble Hill Road
4.6 km
2 hrs
270m
-463m
Moderate track
Here the walk veers right, following the GNW arrow post along the trail[166] and through the casuarina forest[167] for about 500m, then crosses a gully with a small intermittent creek[168]. The old trail leads generally down through the tall forest for another 1.3km then passes under a set of power lines[169]. Here the walk continues along the side of the valley, following an old trail through the tall eucalypt forest[170] for about 500m to pass through a usually closed gate[171] (staying left at the Y-intersection, just before the gate[172]).
The trail now narrows to a track[173] that leads along side the road (which is up to your right[174]), following a fence for about 180m before turning right and heading steeply up[175] to the safety barrier beside the road. Turning left, this walk now steps over a small stile[176] and follows behind the barrier (with the road on your right) for a short distance before veering left and down the steep rocky track[177] towards the house. The track follows the fence (near the house)[178] below the embankment for about 180m before leading back up to the road[179]. Here the walk follows the road a short distance to come to the end of the safety barrier[180], beside Bumble Hill Road.
(26.39km) Int of Great North Walk and Bumble Hill Road → Yarramalong Track Head
310 m
6 mins
1m
-30m
Easy track
Yarramalong Store
Yarramalong Manor
End of day 2
(26.7km) Yarramalong Track Head → Cedar Brush Track Head
11 km
3 hrs 18 mins
241m
-198m
Easy track
Veer left: From the intersection[194][195], this walk follows the GNW arrow marker and Brush Creek Road gently downhill, while keeping Ravensdale Road on your right. This walk continues gently uphill, passing numerous farm properties[196] for about 300m, then crossing a timber bridge[197]. Then this walk continues on gravel road (with occasional sealed sections) amongst more farm properties[198][199] for about 6.7km, crossing over a timber bridge[200] to find a four-way intersection[201] with ‘Kingtree Ln’ and ‘Misty Valley Ln’. This walk continues straight ahead for another 600m, until coming to an intersection[202] with the ‘Cedar Brush Trackhead’ sign[203] and track on the right.
(37.66km) Cedar Brush Track Head → Int of GNW track & Kingtree Ridge Fire Road
2 km
58 mins
266m
-38m
Hard track
(39.64km) Int of GNW track & Kingtree Ridge Fire Road → GNW rest area
120 m
3 mins
8m
0m
Moderate track
(39.75km) GNW rest area → Int of Kingtree Ridge & Walkers Ridge Roads
3.4 km
1 hr 4 mins
115m
-44m
Moderate track
(43.13km) Int of Kingtree Ridge and Walkers Ridge Roads → Int of Great North Walk and Walkers Ridge Road
370 m
8 mins
11m
-20m
Moderate track
(43.5km) Int of GNW & Walkers Ridge Road → Int of GNW & an unsealed road
370 m
7 mins
12m
-5m
Moderate track
(43.87km) Int of GNW AND an unsealed road → Int of GNW track AND a rocky trail
380 m
9 mins
1m
-63m
Moderate track
(44.25km) Int of GNW track AND a rocky trail → Int of GNW AND Lyrebird trail
910 m
25 mins
48m
-137m
Hard track
(45.15km) Int of GNW tracks AND Lyrebird Trail → Int of Rock Lilly AND Lyrebird trails
1.9 km
47 mins
125m
-139m
Moderate track
(47.02km) Int of Rock Lilly and Lyrebird trails → Basin Campsite
340 m
7 mins
4m
-41m
Moderate track
Basin Campsite
Maps for the Somersby to the Basin Campsite walk
You can download the PDF for this walk to print a map.
These maps below cover the walk and the wider area around the walk, they are worth carrying for safety reasons.
Kulnura | 1:25 000 Map Series | 91314S KULNURA | NSW-91314S |
Murrays Run | 1:25 000 Map Series | 91314N MURRAYS RUN | NSW-91314N |
Mangrove | 1:25 000 Map Series | 91313N MANGROVE | NSW-91313N |
Wyong | 1:25 000 Map Series | 91312N WYONG | NSW-91312N |
Dooralong | 1:25 000 Map Series | 91311S DOORALONG | NSW-91311S |
Morisset | 1:25 000 Map Series | 91311N MORISSET | NSW-91311N |
Gosford | 1:100 000 Map Series | 9131 GOSFORD | 9131 |
Cross sectional view of the Somersby to the Basin Campsite bushwalking track
Analysis and summary of the altitude variation on the Somersby to the Basin Campsite
Daily actual walking time estimates
Day | Walking Time | Length |
---|---|---|
1 | 3 hrs 53 mins | 11.7 km |
2 | 6 hrs 3 mins | 15.2 km |
3 | 7 hrs 6 mins | 20.7 km |
Overview of this walks grade – based on the AS 2156.1 – 2001
Under this standard, a walk is graded based on the most difficult section of the walk.
Length | 47.4 km | ||
Time | 3 Days | ||
. | |||
Grade 4/6 Hard track |
AS 2156.1 | Gradient | Very steep (4/6) |
Quality of track | Rough track, where fallen trees and other obstacles are likely (4/6) | ||
Signs | Minimal directional signs (4/6) | ||
Experience Required | Moderate level of bushwalking experience recommended (4/6) | ||
Weather | Forecast, unforecast storms and severe weather may impact on navigation and safety (4/6) | ||
Infrastructure | Limited facilities (such as cliffs not fenced, significant creeks not bridged) (4/6) |
Some more details of this walks Grading
Here is a bit more details explaining grading looking at sections of the walk
Gradient
25km of this walk has gentle hills with occasional steps and another 13km is very steep. The remaining (9km) has short steep hills.
Quality of track
15km of this walk follows a clear and well formed track or trail and another 15km follows a formed track, with some branches and other obstacles. Whilst another 12km follows a smooth and hardened path and the remaining 4.3km follows a rough track, where fallen trees and other obstacles are likely.
Signs
25km of this walk has directional signs at most intersection and another 18km is clearly signposted. The remaining (4.3km) has minimal directional signs.
Experience Required
27km of this walk requires no previous bushwalking experience and another 16km requires some bushwalking experience. The remaining (4.8km) requires a leader a with moderate level of bushwalking experience.
weather
38km of this walk is not usually affected by severe weather events (that would unexpectedly impact safety and navigation) and another 7km is affected by storms that may impact your navigation and safety. The remaining (1.9km) is affected by forecast, unforecast storms and severe weather events that may impact on navigation and safety.
Infrastructure
24km of this walk is close to useful facilities (such as fenced cliffs and seats) and another 19km has limited facilities (such as not all cliffs fenced). The remaining (4.2km) has limited facilities (such as cliffs not fenced, significant creeks not bridged).
Similar walks
A list of walks that share part of the track with the Somersby to the Basin Campsite walk.
Other Nearby walks
A list of walks that start near the Somersby to the Basin Campsite walk.
Plan your trip to and from the walk here
The Somersby to the Basin Campsite walk starts at the Somersby Store (gps: -33.358078, 151.29029)
Your transport options to Somersby Store are by;
Bus. A bus service runs along Wisemans Ferry Rd passing Somersby store. The service runs between Gosford and Spencer only a few times a day. Please check timetable for more info or Phone Busway on (02) 4368 2277. The bus only picks passengers up from Somersby to head to Gosford on the morning runs. (get details)
Car. There is free parking available.
(get details)
The Somersby to the Basin Campsite ends at the Basin Campsite (gps: -33.104008, 151.23088)
Your main transport option to Basin Campsite is by;
Car. There is free parking available.
(get details)
Fire Danger
Each park may have its own fire ban, this rating is only valid for today and is based on information from the RFS Please check the RFS Website for more information.
Weather Forest
This walk starts in the Hunter weather district always check the formal BOM forecast or pdf before starting your walk.
Forecast snapshot
Park Information & Alerts
Comments
Short URL = http://wild.tl/sttbc
Gallery images
There are other downloads I am still working on.
You will probably need to login to access these — still all free.
* KML (google earth file)
* GPX (GPS file)
Special Maps/ brochures
* A3 topo maps
* PDF with Lands Topo map base
* PDF with arial image (and map overlay)
I wanted to get the main site live first, this extra stuff will come in time.
Happy walking
Matt 🙂
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