Castle Rocks walk is a 8.5km, grade 3 hike located in the Munghorn Gap Nature Reserve, New South Wales. The hike should take around 3.5 hrs to complete.
Hike overview
Hiking Castle Rocks walk has its rewards. Not only will you be breathing in the fresh air of Munghorn Gap and getting fit, but superb scenic views await you when you reach the end. From the lookout, you'll see some of the amazing sandstone pagoda features found throughout the park.
As you follow this walking route, you'll notice that the eucalypt and native pine bushland around you is teeming with birdlife. See how many different types you can spot while birdwatching during your hike. Also, remember to look carefully in the trees and on the ground for signs of nests, which are as varied as the birds themselves. Some even live in tree trunks, in the hole left behind when an old branch drops off.
Route and GPX file
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Tips
Remember to take your binoculars if you want to birdwatch
You'll need to bring your own drinking water
Sections of this reserve are isolated, so please ensure you're well-prepared, bring appropriate clothing and equipment and advise a family or friend of your travel plans.
There is limited mobile reception in this park
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 Castle Rocks carpark. On entering Munghorn Gap Nature Reserve:Park at Castle Rocks walk trackhead Park entry points Castle Rocks carpark See on map Parking Parking is available at Castle Rocks walk trackhead.
Gallery
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About the region
Munghorn Gap Nature Reserve in the Country NSW region
Munghorn Gap Nature Reserve is always open but may have to close at times due to poor weather or fire danger.
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Acknowledgement of Country
Trail Hiking Australia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the lands on which we hike and pay respects to their Elders, past and present, and we acknowledge the First Nations people of other communities who may be here today.