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Best trails in Budderoo National Park

Best trails in Budderoo National Park

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Australia
#106 of 637 national parks

Budderoo National Park is located in the Illawarra region of New South Wales on Tharawal land. It is best known for the Minnamurra rainforest boardwalk, but it is home to a whole lot more. Its beautiful landscape consists of rainforests, sandstone heath, eucalypt woodland, waterfalls, and lookouts. It is home to many different bird species like pilotbirds and rockwarblers, and flora found nowhere else on earth, making it a great place to hike and watch wildlife.

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2,191 trailgoers Busiest in January
Aug 27, 2025Hiking
Good viewsEasy to parkNot crowded

Nice out and back walk doing Hindmarsh Ridge in Budderoo NP taking in Keenans Pass and Les Lambert Lookout. Majority of the walk was on fire trails with no signage but easy to navigate. Great views from lookout and nice temperature rainforest at Keenans Pass.

Conditions: Muddy, Well maintained
Les Lambert Lookout via Hindmash Pass Trail
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Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place to hike in Budderoo National Park?

According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike in Budderoo National Park is Gerringong Falls via Budderoo Fire Trail, which has a 4.4 star rating from 309 reviews. This trail is 11.3 mi long with an elevation gain of 1,072 ft.

What is the longest trail in Budderoo National Park?

According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail in Budderoo National Park is Budderoo Fire Trail and Hersey Fire Trail to Gerringong Falls. This trail is estimated to be 18.2 mi long.

How many trails are in Budderoo National Park?

There are 19 trails in Budderoo National Park. These trails have an average 4.0-star rating from 1,539 AllTrails community reviews.

Which trail has the most elevation gain in Budderoo National Park?

If you're looking for elevation gain, Budderoo National Park has you covered. Budderoo Fire Trail and Hersey Fire Trail to Gerringong Falls boasts the most elevation gain with 1,614 ft of total ascent. The park's runner-up is Missingham Steps and Stevo's Track Loop, which will get you 1,354 ft of elevation gain.

Are there running trails available in Budderoo National Park?

According to AllTrails.com, there are 3 running trails in Budderoo National Park and the most popular is Gerringong Falls via Budderoo Fire Trail with an average 4.4 star rating from 309 community reviews.

Are there biking trails available in Budderoo National Park?

According to AllTrails.com, there are 2 biking trails in Budderoo National Park and the most popular is Gerringong Falls via Budderoo Fire Trail with an average 4.4 star rating from 309 community reviews.

Are there any trails with waterfalls in Budderoo National Park?

Are there any trails with scenic viewpoints in Budderoo National Park?

Are there any trails with picnic areas in Budderoo National Park?

Yes, there are 3 trails with picnic areas in Budderoo National Park, including Izzards Lookout and Lower Carrington Falls, Missingham Steps and Stevo's Track Loop, and Stevo's Track and Izzard's Lookout.