George Boyd Rainforest walking track is a 1km, grade 4 hike located in the Morton National Park, New South Wales. The hike should take around 45 mins to complete.
Hike summary
Offering a short walk through some of South Coast NSW's most delightful bushland, George Boyd Rainforest walking track leads you beneath towering cliffs of sandstone.
Begin this sun-dappled track at George Boyd picnic area, then climb the steps and wind your way along the base of looming sandstone walls, stopping to gaze at the mighty coachwood trees along the way.
See if you can spot any wildlife as you meander through the verdant rainforest and towering turpentines. Looking carefully, you might see anything from wallabies and echidnas to lyrebirds and cat birds in this part of Morton National Park, so remember to bring your camera as well as your binoculars if you're keen on some birdwatching.
At the end of the track, simply scale a short ladder to enjoy unrestricted views of the beautiful Shoalhaven coastline. Return via the loop walk to the picnic area and, if you've planned ahead, to a tasty picnic lunch.
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Tips
Check the weather before you set out as the road to George Boyd walking track can become boggy when it rains
There's limited mobile reception in this park
Visit NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service for more information on this trail.
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Getting there
George Boyd Rainforest walking track is in the George Boyd precinct of Morton National Park. To get there from Conjola:Drive north on Princes HighwayAbout 4km north of Bendalong Road, turn left onto Twelve Mile Road and continue for about 8km.The start of the walk is at the first picnic area on the left amongst the sandstone cliffs Parking Parking is available at the George Boyd picnic area carpark, a short walk from the trackhead.
About the region
Easily accessible from Nowra, Morton National Park is great for a daytrip or school excursion. Visit Fitzroy Falls for scenic waterfall views; go mountain biking, walking or enjoy a picnic lunch.
Be enthralled by nature on a grand scale at Morton National Park. If the cascading Fitzroy Falls don’t leave you breathless, try the sweeping views from the top of Pigeon House Mountain Didthul.
This enormous park really does have something for everyone; whether you're an experienced bushwalker looking for remote wilderness hiking, a novice mountain biker looking for an easy ride or a keen photographer looking for some scenic waterfalls to capture.
You'll find imposing gorges dissecting the landscape alongside pockets of rainforest that are full of wildlife. There are a number of well equipped picnic areas and numerous informal spots where you can stop for a break to enjoy the view and if you'd like to go camping, head to Gambells Rest campground in the Bundanoon precinct of the park.
The park is easily accessible from Bundanoon, Kangaroo Valley, Nowra and Ulladulla, so it makes for a great day trip or weekend getaway.
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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.