Budderoo track is a 24km, grade 2 hike located in Budderoo National Park, New South Wales. The hike should take around 8 hours to complete.
Hike overview
You'll have the wind in your hair and a glow to your cheek as you soak in the splendour of heathlands and eucalypts on this heart-pumping bike trail. Budderoo track, following the scenic highlands on the western ridge of Budderoo National Park, is a perfect combination of adventure and nature.
Passing through forests of bloodwood, you might glimpse a swamp wallaby grazing in the grassy woodlands. When the weather warms up, the heathlands erupt in a carpet of colour. The vibrant wildflowers in spring make this a perfect birdwatching spot. Keep an eye out for the superb fairy wren and tawny crowned honey eater.
You can do as much or as little of this track as you like. Stop for a picnic and while away a relaxing afternoon or walk or cycle the whole track. Round off your trip with a visit to Jamberoo lookout and the multi award-winning Minnamurra Rainforest Centre.
Route and GPX file
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Tips
Toilets and picnic facilities are available at nearby Carrington Falls picnic area
Keep an eye out as both vehicles and walkers also use this track
Check the weather before you set out as Budderoo track can get boggy when it rains
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.
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Getting there
To Budderoo access. Budderoo track is in the western precinct of Budderoo National Park. To get there:From Roberston:Take Jamberoo Mountain Road and follow the signs to Budderoo track on the rightFrom Jamberoo:Take Jamberoo Mountain RoadThe track is on the left shortly after Jamberoo lookout on the right. Park entry points Budderoo access See on map Parking Parking is available near the start of Budderoo track on Jamberoo Mountain Road.
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About the region
Budderoo National Park in the South Coast and Country NSW regions
Budderoo National Park is always open but may have to close at times due to poor weather or fire danger. The park gates at Minnamurra Rainforest Centre open at 9am and close at 5pm every day.
9am to 5pm daily. Closed Christmas Day.
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Gear to consider
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Acknowledgement of Country
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