Gummigurrah walking track (3.3km), Bundjalung National Park, New South Wales

Gummigurrah walking track is a 3.3km, grade 3 hike located in the Bundjalung National Park, New South Wales. The hike should take around 1.25 hrs to complete.

Length: 3.3km

Duration: 1.25 hrs

Grade: 3

Style: Circuit

Start: Bundjalung Trail

End: Bundjalung Trail

Location: Bundjalung National Park

Closest town: Evans Head

New South Wales

From state capital: 710km

Longitude: 153.415954

Latitude: -29.13424172

Hike summary

After a leisurely lunch at Gummigurrah picnic area, put on your hiking boots for a medium walk along the picturesque Evans River. Located close to the Evans Head entrance, Gummigurrah walking track is your ideal introduction to the diverse delights of Bundjalung National Park on the north coast.
Passing through open woodland, lush rainforest and heathlands, you'll discover mangrove-lined creeks and scenic river islands. Arriving at a shady glen, stop for lovely views overlooking the river. Perfect for birdwatching, you might see pied oystercatchers, white-bellied sea eagles and brahminy kites.
The Gummigurrah area was once used as a winter camp for the Bundjalung people and the remains of a midden can be seen near the end of the walking track. Why not bring the canoe for a paddle along Canoe Evans River paddle route.

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Location

Getting there

To Gummigurrah parking area. Gummigurrah walking track is in the Evans Head precinct of Bundjalung National Park. To get there:From Evans Head, head south along Woodburn StreetTake Elm Street across the Evans RiverTake the first right into Bundjalung Road and continue to Gummigurrah picnic area. Park entry points Gummigurrah parking area See on map Parking Parking is available at Gummigurrah picnic area.

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About the region

Bundjalung National Park in the North Coast region
Bundjalung National Park is always open but may have to close at times due to poor weather or fire danger.

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