If you're looking for a quick getaway amongst pristine bushland without having to travel far, visit O'Hares Creek lookout walking track in Dharawal National Park, just south of Campbelltown. A flat and easy family friendly walk, enjoy a breath of fresh air on a day out, with birdwatching opportunities and scenic gorge views once you reach the end.
Following a flat bitumen track, keep an eye out for goannas and wallabies as you pass through open woodland full of tall scribbly gums and red bloodwoods. This walking track takes you to O'Hares Creek lookout, where you'll discover deep gorges and a rugged landscape carved from Hawkesbury sandstone.
Spring is a great time to visit; the windswept heathland bursts with colour, attracting nectar-loving birds such as the new Holland honeyeater. Bring along a sandwich and if you've worked up an appetite, you can enjoy a light lunch while taking in the scenic views from the lookout.
Grade 1 (All-abilities) -Â Perfect for Families and Beginners: Grade 1 on the
AWTGS represents the easiest walking tracks, perfect for families with young children or those new to bushwalking. No prior experience is required. These gentle walks feature a flat, even surface with no steps or steep sections. They are suitable for wheelchair users with assistance due to the even terrain. The total distance of a Grade 1 walk is typically no greater than 5 kilometers, making them a comfortable and manageable option for all ages and fitness levels.
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To Victoria Road access. O'Hares Creek lookout walking track is in the Wedderburn precinct of Dharawal National Park. To get there:From Appin Road, turn onto Woodland Road at St Helens Park and continue for 1.4km.Turn right onto Karrabul Road and drive for 300m before continuing on Wedderburn Road for 4.6kmTurn right onto Minerva Road and follow for 1.2km. Continue on Lysaght Road for 1.2km.Turn left onto Victoria Road and drive for 700m. Park near entrance gate. Park entry points Victoria Road access See on map Parking Parking is available near the entrance gate to O'Hares Creek lookout walking track.
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Dharawal National Park is always open but may have to close at times due to poor weather or fire danger.
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