Best trails in Gibraltar Range National Park

Immerse yourself in the ancient beauty of the Gibraltar Range National Park on this out-and-back trek to The Needles. Starting from the Mulligans Hut Campground, the trail begins as a wide, easy-going path before narrowing into a single-track ascent through a vibrant rainforest. You’ll be surrounded by diverse flora, including colourful wildflowers and unique fungi, particularly during the spring months. The primary reward is the dramatic view from The Needles, where towering rock formations...

This is an awesome trail through the Washpool National Park in northeastern New South Wales. This looped route begins and ends from the Coombadjha Camping Area at the end of Coachwood Drive - about an hour and 15 minutes drive west from Graton. This walking trail winds through rolling hills and is clearly marked, leading you to one of the most beautiful coachwood forests in the state. You'll be treated to stunning waterfalls and amazing views along the way. Keep your eyes peeled for the...

This is an excellent multi-day trail through the Gibraltar Range National Park in north eastern New South Wales. This track links Gibraltar Range and Washpool National Parks and is filled with incredible scenery, wildlife, and flora. This hike is usually done over 3-4 days, with picturesque campgrounds dotted along the way for you to choose from. It is also possible to mountain bike all around this trail. Visitors can hire a Personal Locator Beacon (PLB) at no cost at the Glen Innes Park...

The Tree Fern Forest Walking Track is a refreshing day walk that offers a great way to experience Gibraltar Range National Park. The walk begins at the Mulligans campground and picnic area. As you stroll along the path, you'll pass through a lush rainforest and eventually come across the stunning 60-meter high blue gum forest, which is adorned with a beautiful tree fern understory. Further along the track, you will ascend into open eucalypt forests and heathlands, passing rocky outcrops and...

This walk takes you to 2 waterfalls not far from Glen Innes or Grafton in New South Wales. This is a beautiful spot for a swim and a magical area to explore! This is an easy route because it is mostly along a fire trail through beautiful forest to reach the spectacular falls. There is a small amount of scrambling around small rocks to explore the area at the falls. It passes by Boundary Falls as well on the way out. Parking is available at Boundary Falls campground and picnic area. There...

Immerse yourself in the sights and sounds of one of Australia's most beautiful rainforests. This walk is famous as a place to hear the superb lyrebird showing off its amazing mimicry, so keep your ears open! As you walk through the lush, green forest, you might also spot red-necked pademelons hopping quietly through the undergrowth. With toilets and picnic tables, the Coombadjha day-use area is the perfect place to start.

The track passes by a variety of terrain including swamps, granite outcrops and wildflowers. The trail is moderately challenging with a bit of a climb at the end when you get to the crags, large granite boulders, but well worth the effort and a great place to get stunning photos of the crags and the views across the surrounding area. Parking is available at Mulligans Drive, just a short distance from the highway and Mulligans campground.

This is a beautiful walk through the Gibraltar Range National Park, located in the northeastern corner of New South Wales - not too far from the town of Grafton. This out-and-back route begins from the Mulligans Hut Campground on Mulligans Drive within the park. From here, you'll jump onto the Dandahra Falls Walking track, stopping off to visit some small cascades along the way. Continue straight along the Murrumbooee Cascades Walking track, through the rainforest and all the way down to the...

This is a beautiful walk through the Gibraltar Range National Park, located in the north eastern corner of New South Wales - not too far from the town of Grafton. This out and back route begins from the Mulligans Hut Campground, on Mulligans Drive within the park. From here you'll jump onto the Dandahra Falls Walking track. Enjoy making your way through the rainforest, passing some small cascades and Lyrebird Rock along the way before reaching the main destination - Dandahra Falls!

This is a lovely walk around Boundary Campground and Falls and a short walk to Lyrebirds Falls Lookout. Boundary Falls are so-named as they are used to mark the boundary between 2 cattle stations. The falls and pool below make for a lovely tranquil spot with a staircase down to the base of Boundary Falls. The campground still has some rusting remnants of the sawmill that was once here, and it is worth exploring to find these pieces scattered in the area. As the trail name suggests,...