Dubbo Gully loop trail is a 18km, grade 4 circuit hike, located in the Dharug National Park, New South Wales. The hike should take approximately 7hrs to complete.

Hike Summary

Definitely not for the fainthearted, this challenging steep track is ideal for adventurous bushwalkers and mountain bikers who love to test themselves. Dubbo Gully trail leads through rugged and remote bushland along a section of World Heritage-listed Old Great North Road – World Heritage walk, built by convicts between 1826 -1836.
Starting at Mangrove Mountain, you’ll wind through Dubbo Gully passing open fields and a historic old cemetery. Arriving at Old Great North Road, look for Clares Bridge, the second oldest bridge on the mainland.
With a flat grassy area Ten Mile Hollow campground is a nice spot for a picnic lunch along the way, or you might be tempted to pitch your tent and spend a night under the stars.
There’s plenty to see while bushwalking along Dubbo Gully loop trail. It is a clearly signposted track with diverse landscapes which come alive in the spring with cream flowering sydney red gums and striking red gymea lilies. You might even see a swamp wallaby hopping across the path.

About the region

Dharug National Park in the Sydney and surrounds region
Dharug National Park is always open but may have to close at times due to poor weather or fire danger.

Getting there

To Dubbo Gully track. Dubbo Gully loop trail is in Dharug National Park. To get there:Follow Wisemans Ferry Road to Mangrove MountainTurn right into Waratah Road, follow to the end of bitumen (about 4km) and turn left into Dubbo Gully. Park entry points Dubbo Gully track See on map Parking Parking is available along Waratah Road or 500m before the Dubbo Gully gate.

Tips

The weather in the area can be extreme and unpredictable, so please ensure you’re well-prepared for your visit.
There is limited/no mobile reception in this park
Remember to take your binoculars if you want to go bird watching

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.