Tucked away in the lush Whian Whian State Conservation Area on the NSW North Coast, the Boggy Creek walk is a peaceful and rewarding experience that gently traces the path of the creek between Minyon Falls and Rummery Park campground. This short, easy track winds through a diverse and thriving forest, with tall blackbutts, brush box, turpentine, and water gums forming a rich canopy above. The ever-present sound of flowing water follows you along much of the route, creating a calming rhythm that enhances the sense of being deeply immersed in nature.
Despite its accessibility, the track feels wonderfully secluded—particularly during the cooler months, when the crowds thin out and you may find yourself alone with the birdsong and the rustling of leaves. The walk is well-suited to families and those looking for a slower pace, offering plenty of opportunities to pause, take in your surroundings, and enjoy a picnic or a dip in one of the creek’s inviting swimming holes. These natural pools are scattered along the walk, especially in the lower-lying sections, and their clear, cool waters offer the perfect spot to refresh and linger a while.
From Rummery Park campground, you can enjoy a relaxed lunch under the trees before making your way back along the track. Alternatively, if you're starting or ending your walk at Minyon Falls, don’t miss the lookout. Here, Repentance Creek drops dramatically over a sheer escarpment more than 100 metres high—an awe-inspiring reminder of the ancient volcanic origins of this landscape. For those still feeling energetic, the nearby Minyon Falls walking track provides a more extended hiking option and a closer look at the falls from different vantage points.
Whether you're seeking a tranquil morning wander or a shaded retreat from the summer heat, the Boggy Creek walk offers a chance to slow down and reconnect with nature, just a short drive from the bustle of Byron Bay and Lismore.
- It's a good idea to put sunscreen on before you set out and remember to take a hat and drinking water
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Total distance: 4788 m
Max elevation: 402 m
Min elevation: 344 m
Total climbing: 131 m
Total descent: -130 m
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Closest towns to this walk: Bangalow, Byron Bay, Clunes, Dunoon, Federal, Kyogle, Lismore, Mullumbimby, Nimbin
Getting to the trailhead in Whian Whian State Conservation Area.
The Boggy Creek walk begins at Minyon Falls lookout, located in the eastern section of Nightcap National Park. There are two main approaches, depending on your direction of travel. From the east, via the village of Rosebank, follow Minyon Drive until you reach the Minyon Falls picnic area. From the south, coming through Dunoon, take Nightcap Range Road north along the ridge, then follow the signs to Rummery Park campground. Continue along Minyon Drive, crossing the causeway after Peates Mountain Road, until you arrive at the picnic area. From the carpark, it’s just a short stroll to the lookout and the start of the trail. While parking is available at the picnic area, it’s worth noting that it can fill up quickly on weekends and during school or public holidays, so arriving early is a good idea if you’re hoping for a quieter visit.
Located just 30 kilometres north of Lismore in northern New South Wales—around 730 kilometres from Sydney—Whian Whian State Conservation Area is a rewarding destination for walks, bushwalks, and hikes. Bordering Nightcap National Park, it offers a variety of all trails through ancient rainforests, creeks, and ridgelines, with options for walking, mountain biking, and horse riding.
Trails wind through towering kauri, bunya and hoop pines, offering chances to spot native wildlife like goannas, kookaburras, and brushtail possums. The area also supports threatened species including the spotted-tailed quoll, koalas, and Albert’s lyrebird, whose calls often echo through the forest during cooler months.
For longer adventures, Rummery Park campground is a great base. Once a forestry camp, it now welcomes overnight bushwalkers tackling routes like the Historic Nightcap Track from Mount Nardi, 18 kilometres to the west. Day walkers will find plenty of trails suitable for a quick forest escape or longer hikes with scenic stops for swimming or a picnic.
Each season offers something special. In autumn and winter, the cooler weather suits longer bushwalks. Spring brings wildflowers and the Freedom Marathon. Summer is best spent swimming in Boggy Creek’s clear pools. With over 520 plant species and 10 broad ecosystems, the biodiversity here is striking.
This is also a place of deep cultural significance. The Widjabal people of the Bundjalung Nation have lived in and cared for this land for at least 4,000 years. Timber-getters arrived in the 1830s, and many of today’s walking tracks follow routes originally cleared for the red cedar trade.
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