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Length: 4.6km
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Duration: 3hrs
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Grade: 4
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Style: Circuit
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Start: Burbie Trail, Warrumbungle
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End: Burbie Trail, Warrumbungle
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Location: Warrumbungle National Park
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Closest Town:
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Distance from CBD: 518 km
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State: NSW
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Latitude: -31.28008855
Longitude: 148.9779075
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2WD Access


4WD Access


Public Transport


Bitumen Road


Gravel Road


Steep Road


Winding Road


Speed Bumps


Vehicle Ford


Entry Fee


Large Car Park


Small Car Park


Accessible Parking


Accessible Toilet


Public Toilets


Drinking Water


Untreated Water


Picnic Shelter


Picnic Table


BBQ Facilities


Campfire Pit


Camping Area
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Warrumbungle National Park...
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Concrete Path


Timber Boardwalk


Gravel Path


Sandy Trail


Rough Trail


Undefined Trail


Prams & Strollers


Manual Wheelchair


Motorised Wheelchair


Bicycle Trail


Mountain Bike Trail


Historic Rail Trail


Dog Friendly


Urban Walk


Coast & Beach


Historic Lighthouse


Waterfalls & Lakes


Rainforest Walk


Goldfields & Mining


Heritage Walk


Aboriginal Art


Alpine Region


Alpine Huts


Exposed Ledges


Rock Scrambling


Steep Terrain


Bush Bashing


River Crossings


Scenic Viewpoints


Well Marked


Drinking Water


Untreated Water


Fishing Spots


Swimming Spots


Overnight Campsites


Trail Running


Horse Riding
Hike Summary
One for experienced bushwalkers and the older kids, Belougery Split Rock walking track is a moderate challenge with a big reward at the end. Climbing up and around one of Warrumbungle National Park's most distinctive peaks, an ancient lava dome, the rough path threads around many obstacles along the way. The final stretch to the summit, for example, involves a scramble up steps carved into the side of a rocky knoll. Be sure to bring plenty of water. Nevertheless, once you reach the top of Split Rock, all thoughts of exertion fall away. The 360-degree views are spectacular here, showing off Warrumbungle mountain and the seemingly infinite Western Plains stretching off into the distance over an ancient volcanic landscape. Pack a camera, and maybe a small picnic, so you can settle down and soak up the ambience. You might like to carry some binoculars too, as wedge-tailed eagles live in the area, making this a popular haunt for birdwatching. If you're lucky, you may even spot a shy red-necked wallaby or wallaroo, lazing in the many wildflowers during spring.
Take a virtual tour of Belougery Split Rock walking track captured with Google Street View Trekker.
Getting there
To Split Rock carpark. Belougery Split Rock walking track is in Warrumbungle National Park. To get there:From Coonabarabran:Follow the signs to Warrumbungle National Park from Newell Highway, along John Renshaw Parkway, for approximately 33km into the centre of the park. Travel past the signs indicating campgrounds and the visitor centre, continuing west along John Renshaw Parkway for approximately 2km. Turn left off John Renshaw Parkway into Split Rock carparkFrom Tooraweenah:Follow the signs east to Warrumbungle National Park, following John Renshaw Parkway. Upon entry into the park, continue along John Renshaw Parkway for approximately 5km. Split Rock carpark is on the right Park entry points Split Rock carpark See on map Parking Parking is available at Split Rock carpark.
Tips
If you're bushwalking, it's a good idea to bring a topographic map and compass, or a GPS.
This walk is suitable for experienced bushwalkers who are comfortable undertaking self-reliant hiking
There is limited/no mobile reception in this park
It's a good idea to put sunscreen on before you set out and remember to take a hat and drinking water
Remember to take your binoculars if you want to go birdwatching
Visit NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service for more information on this trail.
The longitude and latitude of the start and end points are approximately only and should not be used for navigation purposes. Please contact me if you know the correct coordinates.