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Wybung Head is an 800m, grade 3 hike in Munmorah State Conservation Area, New South Wales. This hike typically takes 40 minutes to complete.

Length: 800m

Duration: 40 mins

Grade 3 (Moderate)

Style: Return

Start: Wybung Head Track

End: Wybung Head Track

Location: Munmorah State Conservation Area

State: New South Wales

Nearby town: Budgewoi

From state capital: 120km

Latitude: -33.19622287

Longitude: 151.6212739

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Hike Overview

Wybung Head is found at the end of Wybung Head Rd. This walk leads from the car park along a wide trail to the grand views up and down the coast from the end of the headland. A narrow track finishes the walk to the tip of Wybung Head where there are 270-degree views of the ocean up and down the coast. There are many large and crumbly cliffs here please take care. A great spot for whale watching or just enjoying the turbulent ocean views.

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Track Grade

Grade 3 (Moderate) - Walks for Most Fitness Levels: Grade 3 on the AWTGS represents moderate walking tracks. These are ideal for walkers with some fitness who are comfortable with some hills and uneven terrain. While suitable for most ages, some bushwalking experience is recommended to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience. Tracks may have short, steep hill sections, a rough surface, and many steps. The total distance of a Grade 3 walk can be up to 20 kilometers.

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Wybung Head Walk (800m)

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About the region

Pristine beaches, beautiful picnic and camping spots, first-class fishing and grand views are just a taste of what is on offer at Munmorah State Conservation Area. Munmorah State Conservation Area is a park for all seasons. Beautiful, sandy surf beaches, craggy coastlines, tranquil bays and dazzling ocean views make this a place to return to time and again. Bushwalking, camping, fishing, surfing and swimming are just some of the many activities you can enjoy at Munmorah. Bring your binoculars to spot passing whales in winter and keep an eye out for some of the incredible bird species that call this park home you might see a bar-shouldered dove in the coastal dunes or the southern emu wren on the low coastal heaths. Part of the Sydney Basin, Munmorah State Conservation Area illustrates the impressive geology of the region the views are spectacular and it's no wonder, they've been millions of years in the making.

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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.

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Wybung Head Walk (800m)