Daleys Point walking track is a 3.2km, grade 3 hike located in the Bouddi National Park, New South Wales. The hike should take around 1.25 hrs to complete.
Hike overview
Daleys Point walking track, in Bouddi National Park, offers spectacular scenic views and an opportunity to experience unique Aboriginal cultural heritage. Starting near Wards Hill Road, this signposted track follows the ridgetop through beautiful bushlands with some short steep sections, to Daleys Point Aboriginal Site. It is a moderately easy walk that can be enjoyed on a family day trip.
Winding through the woodlands, listen for the distinctive call of glossy black cockatoos. In spring, the bush is dotted with native wildflowers including the delicate white flannel flower.
Before you know it you'll arrive at Daleys Point with spectacular scenic views over Cockle Bay Nature Reserve and Brisbane Water. Also known as Milligans Cave or Fish Hook Shelter, these sandstone engravings are an important Aboriginal site. While you admire and take in the significance of this special place, please remember to respect the surroundings so as not to damage engravings.
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Getting there
To Allen Strom lookout carpark. Daleys Point walking track is in the Daleys Point precinct of Bouddi National Park. To get there:Take Central Coast Highway from Gosford and turn right onto Avoca DriveFollow Avoca Drive through Kincumber then turn right onto Empire Bay DriveContinue along Empire Bay Drive and turn left onto Wards Hill RoadDaleys Point walking track starts at the top of Wards Hill Road opposite Maitland Bay Drive Park entry points Allen Strom lookout carpark See on map Parking Parking is available at the top of Wards Hill Road near the track head.
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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About the region
Bouddi National Park is located near Gosford on the New South Wales Central Coast. You'll find several great walks, as well as opportunities for camping, swimming and fishing. Bouddi National Park is always open but may have to close at times due to poor weather or fire danger.
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Acknowledgement of Country
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